ESESTHER STEPHEN
@estherstephen
Dedicated accounting professional with expertise in financial reporting.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and detail-oriented accounting professional with solid experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and budgeting. My expertise lies in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements. I am passionate about utilizing my financial acumen and analytical skills to contribute to organizational growth and efficiency.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Accountant at Ace Care Pharmaceuticals and Finance Officer at Watersheds Ecosystem Conservation. In these positions, I have successfully performed bank reconciliations, prepared financial accounts and reports, and assisted with budgeting and forecasting. My freelance work has also honed my skills in writing and editing, allowing me to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accountant
Ace Care Pharmaceuticals and Mustard Food Market
Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)
Performed bank and other reconciliations, and posted journal entries to maintain accurate financial records. Prepared and issued invoices, tracking accounts payable and receivable, and assisted with financial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, and audits.
Field Agent
Bboxx Kenya
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Identified appropriate target audiences and conducted interviews using pre-set questions to gather feedback. Collected insights from multiple audiences to assess customer perceptions and evaluate brand performance against competitors.
Finance Officer
Watersheds Ecosystem Conservation
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)
Prepared financial accounts and reports, and developed and maintained budgets for financial planning. Recorded financial transactions, processed invoices, and monitored and analyzed financial data to ensure accuracy.
Freelancer
Different Companies
Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Wrote articles on various topics as per client specifications, conducting thorough research on industry-related subjects. Edited, proofread, and performed data entry for written articles, ensuring high quality and error-free content.
Field Attachment
Kitui Teacher Sacco
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)
Conducted balance inquiries and mobilized SACCO products such as M-banking, ATMs, and fixed deposit accounts. Introduced members to small savings accounts and processed various forms including withdrawal and ATM refund forms.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MUMeru University
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
2013 - 2017
Grade: Second class Upper
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree, achieving a Second Class Upper classification. This program provided a strong foundation in business and financial principles.
St. Angelas Girls High School Kitui
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Studies
2009 - 2012
Grade: B+
Obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a B+ grade. This credential signifies completion of secondary education.
Masimba Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, General Studies
2000 - 2008
Grade: 339 Marks
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education with 339 marks. This certificate marks the completion of primary education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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