Mirriam Gichohu
@mirriamgichohu
Dynamic finance professional with expertise in credit control and management.
What I'm looking for
I am a dynamic and results-driven finance and customer management professional with over 6 years of experience in credit control, financial operations, and team leadership. My proven track record in modernizing financial processes and leading customer-focused initiatives has driven significant business growth through strategic financial management. I excel at building strong customer relationships and improving service delivery, which has consistently led to exceeding targets.
In my role as Collection Manager at Risine Credit Limited, I spearheaded the development and implementation of customer engagement strategies that increased customer retention by 15%. I managed a team of credit controllers, ensuring consistent achievement of collection targets while maintaining high levels of team morale. My experience also includes successfully establishing collection offices in Tanzania, South Africa, and Zambia, overseeing all aspects from strategic planning to execution, which resulted in fully operational offices that exceeded initial performance targets.
With a strong educational background, including a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and ongoing certifications in Business Intelligence and Data Analysis, I am eager to leverage my expertise to contribute to the success of an organization. I am committed to continuous improvement and fostering a collaborative work environment that drives operational efficiency.
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Collection Manager
Risine Credit Limited
Nov 2019 - Jan 2025 (5 years 2 months)
Spearheaded customer engagement strategies, increasing retention by 15%. Managed a team of credit controllers to achieve collection targets and conducted financial analysis for operational efficiency. Established collection offices in Tanzania, South Africa, and Zambia, exceeding performance targets.
Credit Control Category Officer
Opera Software
Oct 2018 - Oct 2019 (1 year)
Developed strategies to exceed debt recovery targets, achieving a 20% improvement in recovery rates. Provided training to team members and enhanced customer experience by resolving financial issues promptly.
Finance Officer-Intern
Kenya Revenue Authority
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Assisted in validating tax documents and updating taxpayer ledgers, contributing to improved data accuracy. Engaged with the public to facilitate statutory payments, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Accounts Trainee
Sedco Valuers and Consultants
Jan 2016 - Dec 2016 (11 months)
Managed petty cash and processed accounts receivable/payable, ensuring compliance with financial policies. Filed tax returns and provided customer service in financial transactions.
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