Rachael Muthama
**************@*****.***
Objective:
A diligent and experienced Finance and Admin Officer with over 6 years of experience in financial management and administrative duties within humanitarian and development sectors. Skilled in bookkeeping, budgeting, and compliance, Professional Experience:
Finance and Admin Officer
CHETRO SACCO
JULY 2020-PRESENT
• Managed full-cycle financial operations including bookkeeping, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensured compliance with financial policies and grantor regulations, supporting audits and financial reporting.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to streamline procurement processes and manage vendor relations.
• Facilitated HR functions such as recruitment support, record keeping, and policy adherence.
• Implemented and maintained efficient organizational drive management using Google Drive.
Accounts Assistant
CHETRO SACCO
JANUARY 2015-JUNE 2020
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Recording daily financial transactions, including receipts, payments, and transfers.
• Reconciling bank statements and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Assisting in the preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports.
• Helping with the preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Assisting with the preparation and processing of payroll.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant tax and labor laws.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and handling employee inquiries.
• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments. Key Achievements:
• Successfully implemented a cost allocation model that optimized budgeting processes, resulting in 20% reduction in overspending.
• Led training sessions on financial policies, enhancing team members' understanding and compliance by 30%.
Education:
Masters of Business Administration
[University of Nairobi]
[Nairobi]
Bachelor of Commerce in Finance
[University of Nairobi]
[Nairobi]
Skills:
• Financial Management & Reporting
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Compliance & Auditing
• Human Resources Support
• Procurement & Vendor Management
• Administration & Organizational Management
• Proficient in G-Suite, QuickBooks, Slack, Monday.com
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Certifications:
• CPA -ongoing
Professional Affiliations:
• Member of Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
References:
Available upon request.
Personal Attributes:
• Out-of-the-box thinking with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong multitasking abilities, handling concurrent responsibilities effectively.
• Experience navigating humanitarian networks
Additional Information:
• Available for relocation/travel as required.
• Passionate about contributing to humanitarian causes and driving organizational growth through sound financial practices.