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MATHEW TARUS

@mathewtarus

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Economics and Statistics graduate with expertise in accounting and financial analysis.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a dynamic role in accounting, financial analysis, or project management where I can apply my skills in budget preparation, financial planning, and data analysis to contribute to organizational growth and success.

I am a passionate and self-driven Economics and Statistics graduate with a strong academic record and professional experience in accounting, financial analysis, and project management. My hands-on experience includes credit control, financial report analysis, audit, tax regulation, and proficiency in QuickBooks, MS Office, STATA, and SPSS.

During my tenure as a Credit Officer at SEVI Kenya, I successfully assessed credit risk, provided excellent customer service, and increased the client portfolio by 10%. I also developed customer retention strategies that improved the retention rate from 2% to 6%. As a Finance Intern at St. Joseph Shelter of Hope Mission Hospital, I assisted in maintaining financial records, preparing financial statements, and budget preparations using QuickBooks and Excel.

I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Statistics from Machakos University, where I was an active member of the Machakos University Economics Club Association and the Kenya Economics Students Association. I also completed a certificate in STATA and SPSS from Machakos University in December 2023.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Credit Officer

SEVI Kenya

Jun 2024 - Jul 2024 (1 month)

As a Credit Officer, I assessed credit risk for new clients, minimizing default rates through due diligence. I provided excellent customer service, resolved complaints promptly, and increased the client portfolio by 10% through strategic marketing. I also trained customers on financial literacy, reducing loan defaults by 5%, and developed retention strategies that improved retention rates from 2%

Credit Risk Customer Service Strategic Marketing Problem Solving Financial Analysis Relationship Management Retention Strategy

Finance Intern

St Joseph Shelter of Hope Mission Hospital

May 2023 - Jul 2023 (2 months)

In my role as a Finance Intern, I assisted in maintaining financial records, handling accounts receivable and payable, and preparing financial statements using QuickBooks and Excel. I contributed to budget preparations and tax report compliance, gaining practical experience in the financial industry.

Quickbooks Microsoft Excel Budgeting Tax Compliance Financial Statement Preparation Bookkeeping Accounting Financial Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Machakos University

Bachelor's Degree, Economics and Statistics

2020 - 2024

Grade: Second Class Upper

Activities and societies: Member of the Machakos University Economics Club Association (MUESA), Member of the Kenya Economics Student’s Association (KESA), Member of the Machakos University choir.

Completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Statistics with a strong academic record. Engaged in various activities including being a member of the Machakos University Economics Club Association and the Kenya Economics Student’s Association, as well as participating in the university choir.