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Bukaya Ocholla

@bukayaocholla

Financial Data Analyst blending accounting expertise with Python, SQL and Power BI for actionable insights.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I seek a data-driven finance role where I can build predictive models, automate reporting, deliver BI dashboards, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive measurable efficiency and growth.

I am a results-driven Financial Data Analyst with a strong blend of accounting knowledge and advanced analytics, experienced in building predictive financial models, ETL pipelines, and interactive dashboards that inform executive decision-making. I combine MS-level computing studies with hands-on experience in Python, SQL, Power BI, and ERP integrations to automate reporting and improve operational efficiency.

Across roles in financial services, consulting and operations I have delivered measurable outcomes — improving assessment efficiency by 25%, reducing manual reporting time by 40%, enabling a client to secure $250,000 in seed funding, and freeing up 18% of trapped working capital. I prioritize clear data storytelling, stakeholder collaboration, and scalable BI solutions that drive strategic growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IL

Financial Data Analyst

Izwe Kenya Loans

Mar 2024 - Sep 2024 (6 months)

Developed predictive financial models and Power BI dashboards to optimize credit decisioning and visualize loan portfolio risk, improving assessment efficiency by 25% and automating monthly variance reports.

IC

Business Intelligence Consultant

Independent Consultant

Nov 2023 - Feb 2024 (3 months)

Delivered end-to-end BI solutions and ETL pipelines across multiple clients, creating automated reports and dashboards that identified revenue drivers and increased average transaction value by 15% for a retail client.

IC

Data Visualization Specialist

Independent Consultant

Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 (2 months)

Designed interactive Power BI dashboards and executive reporting packs for financial services clients, reducing client reporting time by 65% and increasing satisfaction by 28% for a portfolio reporting project.

UL

Accounts Trainee

Uneeco Paper Products Ltd.

Jul 2022 - Dec 2022 (5 months)

Automated reconciliation templates with VBA, maintained vendor payment databases using SQL, and performed AR aging and variance analysis to improve cash flow management.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Strathmore University logoSU

Strathmore University

Master of Science, Computing & Information Systems

2023 -

Activities and societies: Strathmore Computing and Engineering Students Association (2024-present)

Pursuing a Master of Science in Computing & Information Systems with focus on applying advanced analytics to financial problems.

II

iiAfrica

Industry Immersion Program, Business and Data Analytics

2024 - 2024

Completed an Industry Immersion Program in Business and Data Analytics focused on practical analytics and business intelligence applications.

KCA University logoKU

KCA University

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) / Accounting Technicians Diploma, Accounting

2019 - 2022

Completed Certified Public Accountant (CPA I-VI) professional certification program and an Accounting Technicians Diploma.

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Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce (Accounting)

2017 - 2021

Completed a Bachelor of Commerce with an Accounting option, covering accounting, finance, and related quantitative subjects.

BA

Booker Academy

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education

2016 - 2016

Grade: B

Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a mean grade of B.

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