CPA Julia A. Ohore

I am a seasoned finance and governance professional with over 17 years of progressive experience in audit, finance, consulting, and business advisory, spanning both the public and private sectors. I am currently serving my second term as Chairman of the Audit Committee, Siaya County Assembly, where I continue to provide independent oversight on governance, risk management, and financial accountability.

I am an accomplished Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K) and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) in good standing. My career is anchored on professional excellence, ethical leadership, and public service, with a strong track record of strengthening financial systems, internal controls, and institutional performance.

Professional Background

I currently serve as a Partner, leading strategic consulting and advisory engagements with a focus on:

  • Financial management and reporting

  • Internal controls and risk management

  • Audit and assurance oversight

  • Organizational performance improvement

  • Governance and compliance frameworks

I advise businesses, government entities, and development organizations, supporting them to enhance accountability, achieve regulatory compliance, and drive sustainable growth.

Previous Roles

  • Director – Audit & Business Advisory, Zalma & Associates

  • Finance & HR Manager, WeTu (2019–2022)

  • Accountant, Judiciary of Kenya (2008–2019), with progressive career advancement

Educational Background

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Finance

  • Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) – Finance Option

  • Diploma in Human Resource Management

  • Senior Management Certification (SMC) – Kenya School of Government

  • Grants Management Certification – Strathmore University

  • Women & Leadership Program – European Business University, Luxembourg

  • Certified Professional Mediator

  • Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K)

Leadership & Service at ICPAK – Nyanza Branch

I have played an active and transformative leadership role within ICPAK Nyanza Branch, contributing to professional development, governance, and member engagement:

  • Vice Chairman, ICPAK Nyanza Branch (2024–2026)
  • Secretary & CPD Convener (2020–2024, two terms)
  • Gender Representative (2017–2020)

    Zalma and Associates is a licensed firm in good standing with ICPAK. We offer specialized services in Audit and Assurance, Tax, and Advisory. Our experienced team, with over a decade in the field, excels in accounting, auditing, due diligence, feasibility studies, business planning, internal audits, governance, market research, and consumer surveys.

    ADDRESS

    SkyGo Building House Mombasa Road, 3rd Floor

    PHONE

    0721 790 366 | 0731 186 764

    EMAIL

    info@zalmaassociates.co.ke