Kenya's Premier Advisory Firm

Going Beyond
Compliance.

CPA OTENE & ASSOCIATES LLP delivers trusted audit, governance, tax, and advisory solutions for institutions shaping the future of Africa. We build confidence in your numbers — and your future.

ICPAK Registered
ISO 9001:2015
Pan-African Coverage
25+ Years Experience
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Our Impact

Numbers that speak for themselves

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Years of Professional Excellence

Decades of trusted advisory across Kenya and East Africa

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Enterprise Clients

From corporates to NGOs, government to private equity

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Industries Served

Deep sector expertise across East Africa's economy

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Client Retention Rate

Long-term partnerships built on trust and results

Our Services

Comprehensive advisory for every challenge

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Audit & Assurance

Independent, rigorous audit services that inspire confidence in your financial statements and internal processes.

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Tax Advisory

Strategic tax planning, compliance management, and dispute resolution to optimise your tax position.

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Governance Advisory

Board effectiveness, institutional frameworks, and governance policies aligned with best-in-class standards.

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Risk & Compliance

Enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance, and risk culture development for institutional resilience.

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Internal Audit

Comprehensive internal audit services that strengthen controls, improve processes, and enhance accountability.

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IFRS Advisory

Expert guidance on International Financial Reporting Standards adoption, transition, and complex accounting matters.

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ESG & Sustainability

Environmental, social, and governance strategy, reporting frameworks, and stakeholder communication.

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Cybersecurity Advisory

Digital risk assessments, cybersecurity frameworks, and resilience strategies for the modern enterprise.

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Public Sector Advisory

Specialised advisory for government entities, devolved units, SOEs, and development organisations.

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Financial Advisory

Mergers, acquisitions, business valuations, restructuring, and transaction support services.

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SME Advisory

Tailored advisory for growing SMEs — from financial management to business strategy and compliance.

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Bookkeeping

Accurate, reliable bookkeeping and financial management services that keep your business on track.

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Free Resources

Free Accounting & Bookkeeping Resources

Download professionally prepared Excel templates, bookkeeping tools, and accounting resources designed to support businesses, SMEs, startups, and finance teams across Kenya.

Supporting businesses with practical accounting tools and financial management resources. All templates are professionally prepared and ready to use — no sign-up required.

Bookkeeping

Cashbook Template

Daily income and expense tracking template for SMEs and businesses. Helps you maintain accurate records of all cash movements.

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Bookkeeping

Petty Cash Template

Track petty cash usage, balances, and reimbursements efficiently. Includes automatic balance calculations.

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Invoicing

Sales Invoice Template

Professional invoice template for businesses and consultants. VAT-compliant and formatted for Kenyan businesses.

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HR & Payroll

Payroll Template

Simple payroll management spreadsheet for employee salary processing. Includes PAYE and NHIF/NSSF calculations.

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Expense Management

Expense Tracker

Monitor operational and business expenses with automated totals. Categorise expenditure for better financial control.

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Accounting

Bank Reconciliation Template

Excel template for reconciling business bank statements accurately. Identify discrepancies and maintain clean books.

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Need more advanced accounting support? Our team is here to help.

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Our Commitment

"We don't just audit your books. We build confidence in your future."

Every engagement at CPA OTENE & ASSOCIATES LLP is anchored in professional integrity, technical excellence, and a genuine commitment to your institutional success.

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CPA Otene

Managing Partner

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Client satisfaction

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Years trusted

Why Choose Us

The trusted advisor for institutions across East Africa

We combine local knowledge with global expertise to deliver advisory services that are practical, actionable, and transformative — creating lasting value for every client we serve.

Integrity & Independence

We uphold the highest ethical standards in every engagement — delivering objective, unbiased counsel you can rely on.

Multidisciplinary Expertise

Our team combines deep sector knowledge with cross-functional advisory capabilities to solve complex challenges.

Pan-African Reach

Local expertise anchored in Nairobi, with reach across East Africa and network affiliations globally.

International Standards

We apply globally recognised frameworks — ISAs, IFRS, ISO, COSO — to every engagement.

Results-Driven Advisory

We measure success by the outcomes we achieve for your organisation, not just the reports we deliver.

Public-Interest Professionals

As ICPAK-registered professionals, we are accountable to the public interest and to the highest professional standards.

Sectors We Serve

Deep expertise across every sector

We bring specialised knowledge to every industry we serve, understanding the unique regulatory, financial, and operational challenges each faces.

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Client Testimonials

Trusted by leaders across East Africa

"CPA Otene and Associates provided an exceptional governance review for our organisation. Their recommendations have transformed our board's effectiveness and institutional credibility."
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Chief Executive Officer

Leading East African NGO

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