The Interrupted Accountant

From the humble beginnings in rural Kenya to the corridors of international power, The Interrupted Accountant: My Long Journey to the Mountaintop is the candid autobiography of a trailblazing leader who bridged worlds and shaped destinies.

Philip Kinisu counts himself among the rare few who seamlessly navigated the shift from rural life to a world-class career in accounting and business consultancy. Rising through the ranks at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), he spent over three decades—from 1979 to 2014—serving as Partner, Territory Senior Partner, and ultimately Chairman of the Africa Board. In these roles, he led high-stakes teams across sub-Saharan Africa, delivering technical expertise on complex assignments while steering a thriving professional services business.

More than a corporate success story, Kinisu’s journey is one of profound impact: a role model, mentor, and trainer who directly tackled socio-economic challenges plaguing the modern world. His tenure as Chairman of Kenya’s Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) tested his resolve, ending in controversy but yielding hard-won lessons on integrity, leadership, and the perils of public service—insights vividly captured in these pages.

A private family man who lets his actions speak louder than words, Kinisu divides his time between homes in Nairobi and Western Kenya, embodying quiet strength and enduring legacy.

Author Bio: Philip K B Kinisu was born and raised in rural Kenya. He earned his BCom and MBA, becoming a Fellow of the Chartered Accountants (FCA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA, K). His illustrious career at PwC propelled him to prominence, where he not only achieved professional heights but also mentored countless professionals and contributed to solutions for Africa’s pressing issues.

Details:

• ISBN: 978-9914-952-32-5
• Format: Paperback
• Genre: Autobiography & Memoir