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PRISCILA WANJIKU

@priscilawanjiku

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Finance professional passionate about maximizing cash flows and growth.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

accounting professional with a strong foundation in bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial reporting. Skilled in QuickBooks, Sage, and Excel, with experience in private sector roles. I am seeking fully remote opportunities with an annual compensation target of up to USD 60,000, where I can contribute to financial operations and reporting with integrity and accuracy.

I am a finance professional and proficient accountant with a passion for helping businesses maximize cash flows and achieve long-term growth through effective financial and accounting practices. With over a year of experience in the public sector, I have a proven track record of identifying areas for improved performance while adhering to regulatory standards.

My experience includes roles as an accounts clerk and accounts assistant, where I have honed my skills in financial management, reporting, and compliance. I excel in monitoring obligations from donors, preparing detailed reports, and conducting financial reviews to ensure adherence to grant agreements. My analytical skills and proficiency in accounting systems, including Sage, enable me to maintain accurate financial records and support organizational objectives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Accounts Clerk

Dovey Pharma

Jan 2023 - Oct 2023 (9 months)

Responsible for filing financial records and reconciling bank statements with the general ledger. Managed petty cash and maintained the accounting database.

Bank Reconciliation General Ledger Petty Cash Database Management

Accounts Assistant

Green String Network

Aug 2022 - Nov 2022 (3 months)

Monitored donor obligations, prepared annual and quarterly reports, and conducted financial reviews to ensure compliance. Developed budgets for proposals and conducted in-house training sessions for staff.

Donor Reporting Financial Reviews Grant Compliance Financial Management Training Development

Accounts Clerk

Maguna Supermarket

Aug 2020 - Apr 2021 (8 months)

Refused products not on purchase orders and coded invoices with store accounting stickers. Ensured the security of company-sensitive invoice files and records.

Record keeping Inventory Management Data Entry

Attaché

Commodities Fund

Mar 2016 - Jun 2016 (3 months)

Advised borrowers on financial status, generated reports, and approved loans within specified limits. Maintained accurate records and evaluated creditworthiness of members.

Loan Approval Record Maintenance Accounts Receivable

Accounts Intern

Kenyatta National Hospital

Mar 2012 - May 2012 (2 months)

Assisted customers with account-related issues and prepared reconciliation reports. Reconciled accounts payable and accounts receivable to ensure proper fund accounting.

Customer Service Reconciliations Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Financial Reporting

School Auditor

St Alicia Group of Schools

Examined invoices for accuracy and checked payroll records for discrepancies. Reviewed the school's tax records and performed accounting reviews for all transactions.

Payroll Reconciliation Financial Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Generation Kenya

Distributed Sales Program Certificate, Sales

Completed a program focused on distributed sales, gaining practical skills and knowledge in sales strategies and execution.

Kabete Technical Institute

Diploma in Banking and Finance, Banking and Finance

Obtained a diploma in Banking and Finance, focusing on core concepts and practices within the financial sector.

St Ursula Girls Secondary School

Certificate in Computer Packages, Computer Applications

Completed a certificate program in computer packages, developing proficiency in various software applications essential for administrative and professional tasks.

Moi University

Bachelor of Business Management, Finance and Banking

Studied Business Management with a specialization in Finance and Banking, acquiring a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and banking operations.