Financial Reporting Accounting Assistant
Resume:
BRENDA WAMBUI
**********@*****.***
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Detail-oriented and results-driven accountant with expertise in financial reporting, credit control, and administrative management. Seeking to leverage my skills in financial analysis, debt management, and process optimization to contribute to the efficiency and profitability of a dynamic organization. Committed to continuous professional development and delivering high-quality financial and administrative solutions that align with organizational goals. EDUCATION BACKGROUND
2016 – 2019: Mount Kenya University
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance Option)
2012 – 2015: Mumbi Girls High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
WORK EXPERIENCE
2023 Feb – Date: Myla Consultancy Ltd
Company Administrator/Accountant
Roles:
Company Administrator
Oversee the daily operations of the company.
Implement and monitor policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency and client satisfaction, leading to an increase in overall service quality. Manage budgets and allocate resources effectively, resulting in a reduction in operational costs through streamlined processes.
Lead and support staff recruitment, training, and performance management. Accountant
Manage the company’s accounts receivable, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts. Develop and enforce credit policies.
Monitor credit limits and manage risks.
Reconciling accounts and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, contributing to an increase in financial transparency and informed decision-making. Handle tax compliance, audits, and regulatory reporting, ensuring the company meets all statutory obligations with zero compliance issues.
Implement cost-saving initiatives by analyzing expenses and identifying areas for improvement, achieving a reduction in unnecessary expenditures. Maintain accurate financial records and oversee payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for all company staff.
2021 Jan – 2023 Jan: Water Leaders Ltd - Utawala
Accounts Assistant
Role:
Process and manage invoices, ensuring timely payments and accurate records. Reconcile bank statements with company accounts monthly. Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements, contributing to an accuracy rate in financial reporting.
Maintain the general ledger, ensuring all entries are correctly posted, which improved financial accuracy.
Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes. Monitor and report on daily operational expenses, helping to reduce overhead costs through detailed analysis and recommendations.
Assist in budget preparation and variance analysis. Prepare and process payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payment of salaries. Handle employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies. Contact customers to ensure timely collection of outstanding debts, achieving a reduction in overdue accounts.
Maintain detailed records of all collection activities. Monitor outstanding balances and send out reminders for payment, resulting in an improvement in cash flow.
Work with customers to establish payment plans for overdue accounts, successfully negotiating settlements that recovered 85% of delinquent debts. Provide necessary documentation and support during internal and external audits. 2020 Jan – 2020 Dec: Frawa Cereal and Retail Shop
Shop Attendant
Role:
Restocking depleted or low shop items and ensuring that the shelves are organized according to established guidelines.
Enlighten customers of stocks they have no idea about. Addressing and resolving customer complaints in a professional manner. Receiving customer payments.
Performing cleaning duties to ensure the premise is neat and tidy at all times. Maintaining an in-depth knowledge of store items to provide advice and recommendations as needed.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Financial Reporting: Proficient in preparing and analyzing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Accounting Software Proficiency: Experienced with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage and Oracle.
Tax Compliance: Knowledgeable in tax laws and regulations, ensuring accurate tax filing and compliance.
Budgeting and Forecasting: Skilled in creating and managing budgets, as well as forecasting future financial performance.
General Ledger Maintenance: Expertise in managing and maintaining the general ledger, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
Payroll Processing: Familiar with payroll systems and ensuring accurate and timely employee compensation.
Accounts Payable and Receivable: Competence in managing both payables and receivables to ensure efficient cash flow.
Audit Preparation: Ability to prepare for and support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Data Analysis: Proficient in using Excel or other data analysis tools to interpret financial data and generate reports.
Regulatory Compliance: Understands and adheres to financial regulations and standards such as GAAP or IFRS.
REFEREES
1. Geoffrey Wamwea,
Director,
Easy Plus Consults Ltd.
************@*****.***
2. Anne Diminga Kamau,
General Manager,
Myla Consultancy ltd
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