Carren Butali
@carrenbutali
Detail-oriented Accounts Assistant skilled in credit control, cash management, and statutory compliance.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant with extensive experience in accounts receivable, treasury and statutory compliance at Nampak Kenya Ltd. I hold a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance), am pursuing CPA up to Intermediate, and completed QMS Internal Auditor training.
I streamlined reconciliation processes to achieve 100% customer account accuracy and reduced outstanding balances by 30%, while cutting disputes and improving payment turnaround. I excel in cash flow forecasting, payroll processing, tax filing, and audit support, focusing on process improvement and regulatory compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accounts Receivables and Treasury
Nampak Kenya Ltd
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Improved debt collection efficiency, reducing outstanding balances by 30% through proactive follow-ups and strengthened customer relationships; implemented a reconciliation system ensuring 100% accuracy in customer accounts. Managed cash flow forecasts, bank reconciliations, petty cash, online payments, and month-end general ledger reconciliations to support liquidity and compliance.
Accounts Intern
Nampak Kenya Ltd
Feb 2019 - Apr 2019 (2 months)
Supported document management and cash handling processes, improving receipting accuracy and record retrieval. Assisted with monthly stock-taking and casual payroll processing, contributing to improved inventory accuracy and reduced payroll errors.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KKKenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) — Intermediate Level, Accounting
Pursuing the CPA qualification up to the Intermediate Level through KASNEB.
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance option) from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, completed in 2020.
Moi Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education at Moi Primary School in 2011.
Maryhill Girls' High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at Maryhill Girls' High School in 2015.
KMKenya Institute of Management
Certificate in Computer Applications, Computer Applications
Completed a Computer Application Course at the Kenya Institute of Management.
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