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Rachel Wairimu

@rachelwairimu

CPA-certified finance leader specializing in FP&A, forecasting, and process improvement.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I seek a finance role focused on FP&A and operational excellence where I can lead forecasting, drive process automation, and collaborate with stakeholders to improve financial performance.

I am a CPA-certified finance professional with over 10 years of experience in financial operations, planning, and budgeting, focused on driving operational excellence and stakeholder coordination.

At South African Airways I developed annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, implemented SAP ERP to improve forecast accuracy by 20%, and led initiatives that increased cash flow efficiency and reduced operational discrepancies by 25%.

I excel at building performance dashboards, automating month-end processes, and presenting financial insights to senior leadership to support capital allocation and strategic decision-making.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Nairobi logoUN

University of Nairobi

Master of Business Administration, International Business Management

2015 - 2023

Completed an MBA in International Business Management focusing on advanced management, strategy, and international business practices.

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Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting

2004 - 2008

Earned a Bachelor of Commerce with emphasis on accounting and foundational training in financial reporting and accounting practices.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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