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Norah Osapiri

@norahosapiri

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Results-driven finance and operations professional with extensive experience.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values collaboration and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a results-driven finance and operations professional with extensive experience in financial management, project budgeting, and administrative coordination. My expertise lies in financial analysis, reconciliation, and disbursement management, where I have consistently demonstrated my ability to support project teams through meticulous financial documentation and effective communication.

Throughout my career, I have overseen financial operations for over 30 ongoing projects, ensuring accurate tracking of expenditures and financial projections. I have developed comprehensive financial reports and budget analyses that have informed management decisions and identified areas for cost optimization. My role has also involved implementing improved financial tracking systems that enhance reporting accuracy and streamline reconciliation processes.

As a supervisor of a finance team, I provide guidance on financial policies and regulatory compliance, ensuring that our operations align with organizational objectives. I am passionate about optimizing financial systems and implementing streamlined processes to enhance operational efficiency, which I believe is crucial for any organization aiming for success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Finance and Operations Manager

Current

Design Source Limited

Sep 2024 - Present (8 months)

Oversee financial operations, managing budgets for over 30 ongoing projects, ensuring accurate tracking of expenditures and financial projections. Develop financial reports, budget analyses, and variance reports for management review, identifying areas for cost optimization and risk mitigation.

Financial Reporting Cost Optimization Risk Mitigation

Finance and Management Associate

Design Source Limited

Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 8 months)

Managed project budgets, tracking expenditures against allocated funds and preparing financial summaries for project stakeholders. Assisted in the development of budget revisions, financial projections, and cost analysis to inform project planning and decision-making.

Budgeting Budget Revisions

Office Accountant

Design Source Limited

Nov 2016 - Present (8 years 6 months)

Processed accounts payable and receivable, maintaining accurate financial records for ongoing projects. Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring timely disbursement of wages and allowances to field personnel.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Payroll Processing

Finance/Administrator

Klever Creations Limited

Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 4 months)

Managed daily financial transactions, including petty cash reconciliations and vendor payments. Assisted in financial reporting, preparing monthly financial statements and budget forecasts.

Petty Cash Financial Reporting Financial Statements

Finance and Administration Department

KickStart International – Kenya

Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 4 months)

Supported financial reporting for donor-funded projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with donor guidelines. Assisted in asset register maintenance, verifying asset allocation and tracking project expenditures.

Financial Reporting Asset Register Maintenance Asset Allocation Expenditures

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CPA Kenya

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Finalist, Accounting

Completed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) program, achieving finalist status. This rigorous program provided advanced knowledge in accounting principles, auditing, and financial management.

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Bachelor's in Financial Engineering, Financial Engineering

Grade: Second Class Honors

Studied Financial Engineering, focusing on the application of mathematical and computational methods to financial problems. Gained expertise in financial modeling, risk management, and quantitative analysis.