erick shivachi
@erickshivachi
Results-driven accountant with expertise in financial operations.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven accountant with over 4 years of experience managing financial operations across diverse industries. My expertise lies in preparing accurate financial statements, conducting thorough audits, and implementing cost-saving measures. I have a proven track record in fixed asset register management, GAAP compliance, budget management, and tax regulations.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my strong analytical skills and my ability to streamline processes for improved efficiency. Currently, as a Reconciliation & Chargeback Analyst at Interswitch East Africa Ltd, I manage disputes for various payment schemes and oversee daily net settlement computations. My previous roles have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of accounts payable and receivable functions, financial analysis, and regulatory compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Reconciliation & Chargeback Analyst
Interswitch East Africa Ltd
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Managed Issuing and Acquiring disputes for all schemes on different dispute resolution platforms. Verified stakeholder daily transaction net position in settlement from Payment Schemes and oversaw the daily net settlement computation breakdown.
Accounts Assistant
Car & General Trading Ltd
Oct 2020 - Mar 2023 (2 years 5 months)
Oversaw the accounts payable function by verifying purchase orders, goods receipts notes, and invoices. Performed regular verification of fixed assets and updated the register accordingly, ensuring assets were depreciated as per company standards.
Credit Controller-Intern
Car & General Trading Ltd
Oct 2019 - Sep 2020 (11 months)
Evaluated new credit requests, conducted client credit checks, and managed debt collection from company debtors. Maintained an aging summary of all debts and prepared weekly projections and collection reports.
Attaché
The Judiciary-Supreme Court
Jun 2018 - Sep 2018 (3 months)
Prepared, examined, and authorized payment vouchers. Reviewed and extracted Withholding Tax (WHT) and dispatched financial instruments to various organizations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Cooperative University of Kenya
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
Studied accounting principles and practices at Cooperative University of Kenya, covering various aspects of financial management. Gained a comprehensive understanding of accounting theories and their practical applications.
Shikunga Highschool
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Studies
Completed secondary education at Shikunga Highschool, focusing on a broad curriculum to prepare for higher education. Developed foundational knowledge across various subjects.
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