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Graca Mwavita

@gracamwavita

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Motivated SAP Finance Associate with expertise in financial analysis.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role where I can leverage my SAP skills to drive financial efficiency and contribute to innovative projects.

I am a motivated and detail-oriented SAP Finance Associate with a solid foundation in financial analysis, compliance, and data management. My expertise lies in leveraging SAP solutions to optimize financial processes, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting. I have demonstrated my ability to analyze financial data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive process improvements.

Currently, I am pursuing advanced SAP certifications in End-to-End Business Processes and SAP S/4HANA Cloud. I am passionate about applying SAP technology to streamline financial operations and support intelligent enterprise solutions. My experience as a Venture Capital Analyst and Internal Audit Intern has equipped me with critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enabling me to make informed investment recommendations and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Venture Capital Analyst Extern

Paragon One|Ignite XL Ventures

Nov 2023 - Dec 2023 (1 month)

Evaluated early-stage startups in longevity tech, conducting comprehensive due diligence including financial, industry, and legal assessments. Analyzed financial statements and modeled data to assess investment potential and risks, collaborating with supervisors to make informed investment recommendations.

Financial Analysis Due Diligence Risk Assessment Financial Modeling Critical Thinking Problem Solving

Internal Audit Intern

Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation

Mar 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year)

Supported daily operations by managing schedules, preparing reports, and maintaining records for the audit team, contributing to streamlined workflows and efficient audits across departments. Conducted assessments on Communication, Resolution, Procurement, IT processes, and Enterprise Risk Management to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Audit Management Regulatory Compliance Risk Assessment TeamMate Microsoft Excel Process Improvement Project Management

Research Consultant

Villgro Africa

Mar 2022 - Apr 2022 (1 month)

Conducted in-depth research and analysis on the viability of a COVID-19 tracing app within the healthcare sector, assessing its financial potential by analyzing potential profits and market dynamics. Utilized financial modeling and analysis tools, including Excel and R, to compute data-driven industry and market analysis reports.

Market Research Financial Modeling Data Analysis Excel R Reporting Healthcare Sector Analysis

Intern

Centre for Finance Technology and Entrepreneurship

Aug 2021 - Sep 2021 (1 month)

Collaborated with leading fintech companies on real cases and projects, proposing a new product for Chipper Cash to increase market presence and drive growth. Conducted extensive market research and product development within the fintech industry, analyzing trends and emerging technologies.

Fintech Market Research Product Development Corporate Finance Capital Raising Financial Modeling Investment Banking

Finance Intern

Kenya Revenue Authority

Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)

Supported the budget management process by reviewing requisitions and assisting in resource allocation, contributing to the successful preparation of annual and mid-year budget reviews. Managed reconciliation accounts for revenue collection using Microsoft Excel and JasperSoft, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data.

Budget Management Procurement Microsoft Excel Report Preparation Data Analysis Written Communication Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

BSc.Actuarial Science, Actuarial Science

Studied Actuarial Statistics, Modeling Practice, Investments, and Finance, and Data Science Statistics. Achieved a Second Class cumulative score.

Corporate Finance Institute | ALX Africa

Financial Modelling and Valuation, Finance

Completed coursework in Professional Ethics, Reading Financial Statements, Corporate Finance, Corporate and Business Strategy, Scenario and Sensitivity analysis, and Business Valuation Modelling.

AWS Restart Program| Ajira Digital

AWS Cloud Practitioner, Cloud Computing

Completed the AWS Restart Program, covering Cloud foundations, Linux, Python, Networking, Security, and Databases.

SAP E2E Program | Umuzi&UNICEF

SAP Certified Associate, SAP End-to-End Business Processes

Completed the SAP E2E Program, focusing on SAP end-to-end business process integration, SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition implementation and deployment strategies. Gained expertise in data migration, lifecycle management, and configuration within SAP environments, as well as SAP business process optimization using intelligent technologies.