Operations Officer Second Class

Curriculum Vitae

Charles Gichuki Kariuki.

Telephone no: +254-********* Email: ***************@*****.***

Bio Data

Gender: Male

Marital Status: Married

Date of Birth: 27th March 1987

Nationality: Kenyan

Personal Profile

I am a confident, multi-skilled and capable professional, with over 8 years of experience possessing strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills. I have knowledge of SPSS use, filing withholding tax, VAT, PAYE, NHIF and NSSF. I have good timing management skills and can work under pressure with minimum supervision. I am a staunch believer in honesty and integrity which are values of strong work ethics.

Education

Jan 2016 - July 2018

Bachelor of Commerce, Finance Option

Attained: Second Class, Lower Division

Kenyatta University.

July 2009 - June 2012

Certified Public Accounting, CPA (K)

Mwangaza College

2003 - 2006

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Attained: Grade B- (Minus)

Kangui Boys’ High School

Skills

1994 - 2002

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education

Attained: 373/500 Marks

Rayetta Primary School.

VAT and Withholding tax returns filing knowledge: Knowledge of filing monthly Vat and deductions such as PAYE,NSSF and NHIF

SPSS software and computer use in Analyzing data: Proficient at analyzing sets of accounts and financial reports using SPSS and knowledge in Microsoft office use.

Communication Skills: I am an excellent communicator who effectively conveys information both verbally and in writing. I am also a keen listener and gives prompt feedback.

Flexibility: Capacity to fit into most environments, maintain calm under pressure and can adapt well to changes in the work place. I can also work independently and in a team.

Timeliness: Ability to meet strict deadlines with minimum supervision.

Strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills: Recognizes areas of weaknesses requiring improvements and makes recommendations to the management for consideration, approval and implementation.

Attention to detail: I have demonstrated ability to follow assignments through to completion efficiently leading to submission of reliable and accurate results.

Work Experience

Nov 2018 to date

Kenya Women Finance Bank (KWFT)

Position: Assistant Accountant

Responsibilities:

Keeping records of payments and analyzing the figures in accordance to budget allocated

Coding and posting data to financial system in accordance to company policy.

Raising rent, service charge and utility invoices for supplier payments and providing the support documents for payments.

Preparing bank reconciliations and timely resolutions for queries.

Preparing and maintaining accurate reports for the organization.

Ensuring proper documentation and filling of documents.

Handling petty cash for field staff ensuring claims are properly supported.

Interacting with internal auditors in completion of audits and ensuring compliance with internal controls according to audit recommendations.

Feb 2014 – Oct 2018

Kenya Women Finance Bank (KWFT)

Position: Operations Officer

Responsibilities:

Supporting the operations manager in the establishment and maintenance of branch operations efficiency, profitability, supervision and compliance while assuring customer satisfactions

Organizing coordinating and supervising banking services and back office activities and administrative functions,implementing,maintaining, monitoring and enforcing compliance with applicable policies, procedures and controls; ensuring efficient delivery of products and services to clients.

Preparing bank and Atm reconciliations and returns within set deadlines.

Perform periodic snap checks as assigned by the operations manager.

Prepare journals and input in T24 of all back office transactions including, journal posting, loan input, collection sheets posting, standing orders, fixed deposits, funds transfer and all other customers instructions

Filling and retrieval of branch vouchers and documents.

Perfoms as co-custodian of cash and security documents and second branch authorizer.

Work Experience

June 2013 to Jan 2014

Fairlane supermarkets limited

Position: Assistant Accountant

Responsibilities:

Ensure Overall Accounts up to finalization of Balance Sheet

Ensure payment documents are properly supported and duly approved before posting

Prepare bank reconciliations

Prepare periodic reports for payment vouchers and cheques

Prepare payments to suppliers

Pricing and analysis, trade promotional accounting

Stock reconciliation

Reconcile creditors’ monthly accounts and handle queries from suppliers & clients

Proper filing and maintenance of accounting records

Ensure compliance with internal controls and recommend areas for improvement

Prepare withholding tax certificates and submit them to the respective consultants

Maintain the fixed assets register

Review receivables on a weekly basis and report overdue outstanding balances to the senior management

July 2012 – May 2013

SAKAKA INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED

Position: Accounts Assistant.

Responsibilities:

Preparation of financial statements under International Financial Reporting Standards(IFRS)

Submission of statutory deductions i.e. NSSF, NHIF and PAYE

Verification and reconciliation of insurance companys statements

Preparation of payroll

Reconciliation of bank statements

Maintaining debtors records using IMIS

Preparation and maitaining petty cash book using IMIS

Verifying all payments vouchers for all financial obligations before funds are released

Referees

James Ndwiga.

Operations Manager, Kenya Women Microfinance bank

Telephone no: +254-*********

Email: *********@*****.***

John Waiganjo.

Accountant Scenic Gateways Safaris

Telephone no: +254-*********

Email:************@*****.***.

Eliud Kabau,

Credit & Risk Manager, Kenya Women Microfinance bank

Telephone no: +254 072*-******

Email: *******@*****.***

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