Brian Kirui
@briankirui
Detail-oriented finance graduate with expertise in accounting and analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented commerce graduate with a strong foundation in finance and practical experience in accounting and financial management. My journey has equipped me with proven expertise in managing financial records, conducting detailed analyses, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. I excel in preparing financial statements, reconciling accounts, and leveraging technology to streamline processes.
Throughout my career, I have successfully contributed to various organizations, including my recent roles as a Finance Associate at Glovo and an Accountant at Hammarck Institute of Aesthetics. I have a track record of enhancing the accuracy of financial statements, managing accounts payable and receivable, and developing internal control systems. My analytical skills allow me to identify trends and make informed decisions, ensuring financial accuracy and transparency in every task I undertake.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Finance Intern
MAAS Ltd
May 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Reconciled bank statements and financial accounts to identify and correct discrepancies, enhancing the accuracy of financial statements. Prepared and filed statutory tax returns, ensuring accuracy to avoid any discrepancies or penalties.
Finance Associate
Glovo
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Ensured timely receipt and processing of invoices from suppliers, using effective communication and reconciliation strategies. Facilitated accurate payments to suppliers and reconciled their statements of accounts monthly to ensure precise financial records.
Accountant
Hammarck Institute of Aesthetics
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Maintained detailed records of all financial transactions including journal entries and account reconciliations. Performed reconciliations between bank accounts and internal ledgers, and handled petty cash, ensuring timely disbursement and proper accountability.
Finance Intern
Kenya Airports Authority
Dec 2021 - Present (3 years 6 months)
Completed and filed paperwork involved with finance processes and handled administrative tasks for the department by answering phones and inputting data. Organized large volumes of data into easily understandable formats utilizing Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
ERP Consultant
GBS Africa Ltd
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)
Utilized strong analytical skills to identify gaps between current and desired state of ERP implementations. Optimized performance of complex queries by tuning SQL statements in Oracle database environment.
Finance Intern
Mitchell Cotts Freight Kenya Ltd
Jun 2019 - Present (6 years)
Analyzed accounts and transaction patterns to determine existing fraud trends. Gained experience in developing internal control systems for clients’ operations and supported the audit process by providing the necessary documents.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance
Coursework included Financial Management, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, and Financial Statements Analysis. Gained a comprehensive understanding of finance principles and their application.
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