Faith Ariga
@faithariga
I am an experienced accountant delivering cost savings and ERP-driven process improvements.
What I'm looking for
I am a finance and accounting professional with over seven years' experience managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations and financial reporting across diverse industries. I have driven measurable improvements — including a 21% cost reduction, faster reconciliations, and more accurate forecasting — by implementing automation and leveraging ERP tools such as SAP, QuickBooks, Oracle and Power BI.
I focus on strong internal controls, tax compliance and actionable variance analysis to support strategic decision-making. I am seeking a remote or hybrid role where I can apply digital accounting solutions, streamline payment processes and contribute to organizational growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accountant
Janus Continental Group
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Maintained accurate general ledger and prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, reducing posting errors by 15% and increasing reporting efficiency by 20%. Implemented internal controls and tax compliance measures that yielded zero audit findings, mitigated risk exposure by 12% and contributed to an 8% reduction in administrative expenses.
Management Accountant
Harrisburg Holdings Limited
Feb 2023 - Oct 2023 (8 months)
Prepared monthly management accounts and led month-end close processes, improving forecasting accuracy by 12% and ensuring zero discrepancies during reviews. Implemented cost-control measures that reduced operational expenses by 7% and improved cash flow through AR reconciliation and streamlined reporting.
Accountant
Letshego Kenya Limited
May 2019 - Jan 2023 (3 years 8 months)
Managed daily accounting transactions and prepared consolidated financial statements, improving reporting timelines by 15% and reconciling accounts within an average of 3 days. Ensured tax compliance with a zero-penalty record and supported audits while contributing to a 7% reduction in operational costs through budgeting and variance analysis.
Economics Intern
Ministry of Public Works
May 2018 - Dec 2018 (7 months)
Assisted in conducting economic research and compiling large datasets used to develop forecasting models and policy recommendations. Monitored project budgets, prepared financial reports and coordinated information sharing that improved project visibility and accountability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Chuka University
Bachelor of Science, Economics and Statistics
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics at Chuka University covering economic theory and statistical analysis.
Star College
Certified Public Accountant (CPA–K), Accounting
Awarded the Certified Public Accountant (CPA–K) qualification through Star College in 2020.
Chuka University
SPSS Certification, Statistics
Completed SPSS certification at Chuka University focusing on statistical software and data analysis.
Pace College
Certificate in Computer Applications, Computer Applications
Completed a Computer Applications certificate at Pace College.
Jolemac
Certificate in Fire and Safety, Fire and Safety
Completed Fire and Safety training at Jolemac.
Coursera
Certificates in Customer Service, Risk Mitigation and Social Media Management, Customer Service; Risk Mitigation; Social Media Management
Completed Coursera certificates in customer service, risk mitigation and social media management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Salary expectations
Skills
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