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Salome Wambui

@salomewambui1

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Versatile finance and accounting professional with extensive experience.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to utilize my extensive finance skills in a dynamic environment, fostering growth and innovation.

I am a Finance and Accounting Professional with over thirteen years of experience in accounts and financial management. My expertise lies in financial analysis, compliance, payment processing, and tax administration. I hold a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and a Post Graduate Diploma in Tax Administration, which equip me with the knowledge to excel in my field.

Throughout my career, I have successfully implemented strategic practices that have improved customer satisfaction and streamlined financial operations. I have a proven track record of automating processes, such as the tax computation system and accounts payable, which has significantly reduced processing times and enhanced accuracy. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to contribute to the financial success of an organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Accountant Payables- East Africa

AIG Kenya Insurance Company Limited

Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 10 months)

Reviewed, verified, and authorized payments for approved invoices, ensuring compliance with financial policies. Automated the accounts payable process and revamped payment systems to shorten processing time and eliminate paperwork.

Financial Accounting Tax Management Customer Relations Cash Flow Forecasting Claims Processing

Accounts Assistant. Invoice & Claims Processing

AIG Kenya Insurance Company Limited

Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 6 months)

Organized company accounts financial data using accounting software programs to create disbursement documents and process payments. Maintained financial records of all processed payments, paperwork, and bank statements by accurately filing documents into the system.

Financial Data Management Claims Processing Records Management Fraud Prevention

Cash Officer

Interconsumer Products Limited

Oct 2009 - Present (15 years 9 months)

Performed various activities such as receiving cheques and banking slips and recording cash payments. Assisted in making bank reconciliations, making all remittances, and making petty cash payments.

Bank Reconciliation Petty Cash Financial Reporting Data Entry

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kenya School of Revenue Administration

Post Graduate Diploma, Tax Administration

2020 - 2021

Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Tax Administration at the Kenya School of Revenue Administration, enhancing expertise in tax laws and financial regulations. Gained in-depth knowledge of tax compliance and administration practices.

College of Insurance

Certificate of Proficiency, Insurance

2017 - 2017

Obtained a Certificate of Proficiency from the College of Insurance, demonstrating foundational knowledge in insurance principles. This certification provided essential insights into the insurance industry's operations and regulations.

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Bachelor of Commerce, Finance

2006 - 2009

Earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in Finance from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. The curriculum covered core financial concepts, accounting principles, and economic analysis.