I am seeking a remote role that leverages my analytical skills in finance and data. I thrive in environments with clear challenges, continuous learning and strong teamwork. I value contributing to high-impact projects where insightful analysis drives smarter decisions.
Ann Congo
@anncongo
I am finance and accounting professional, with very strong analytical and numerical skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a finance and accounting professional, with work experience in banking and the NGO sectors. I am also a Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA)® - a professional certificate issued by the Corporate Finance Institute (CFI). In addition, I am a registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK). In my most recent work, I was responsible for the overall financial management of donor grants.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Independent Contractor
Independent Contractor
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 8 months)
I provide financial modeling, data analysis and accounting support. I transform data into actionable insights through forecasts, dashboards and reports, while managing bookkeeping and financial records for business clarity.
Finance Assistant
Sustainable Agricultural Information Initiative
Oct 2020 - Mar 2021 (5 months)
• Responsible for the overall donor financial management.
• Reviewed and updated finance and accounting policies.
• Prepared periodic financial reports for management action.
• Monitored project budgets and conducted actual vs budget variance analysis.
• Reconciled financial statements in the accounting databases.
• Supported members of the project teams with financial reporting and financial ana
CUSTOMER SERVICE CONSULTANT
Stanbic Bank Kenya Limited
Aug 2015 - Oct 2017 (2 years 2 months)
• Ensured that all required controls were put in place to minimize risks associated with handling confidential information.
• Coordinated with internal and external auditors by addressing audit requests.
• Ensured proper housekeeping of records, and total adherence to processes and procedures.
• Identified process bottlenecks and implemented new, improved business processes.
Finance Officer, Payments
CFC Stanbic Bank
Oct 2012 - May 2013 (7 months)
• Verified financial transactions, ensuring they were complete and complied with laid down policies and procedures.
• Ensured payment of invoices was completed in time and in accordance with payment’s terms.
• Led in the resolution of disputed invoices.
• Performed monthly account payables reconciliations against the general ledger.
• Supported the finance team in application of appropriate intern
INTERN
Kirunga and Associates- [AUDIT FIRM]
Apr 2011 - Jul 2011 (3 months)
• Audited books of accounts by ensuring they represented and true and fair view.
• Reconciled financial statements and prepared financial reports.
• Performed bookkeeping functions and archived financial records.
• Ensured proper documentation and filing.
Trainee in Banking Operations
National Bank of Kenya Ltd
May 2010 - Jul 2010 (2 months)
• Ensured safe custody of documents.
• Prepared returns pertaining to government taxes.
• Assisted in system administration.
• Responsible for banker’s cheques reconciliation.
Education
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Kenyatta University
Master of Science in Finance, Ongoing
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
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