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Serena Ben

@serenaben

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Detail-oriented accounting professional with expertise in financial analysis.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers growth opportunities and a collaborative environment.

I am a detail-oriented and motivated accounting professional with a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from KCA University and a post-advanced CPA certification from the Regional College of Management. My experience as an Accounts Assistant at Kinuthia Group of Companies has equipped me with the skills to prepare and analyze financial statements, manage accounts payable and receivable, and conduct monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

During my internship at Kenyatta National Hospital, I honed my skills in variance analysis, internal audits, and risk management. I successfully implemented an accounting software system that reduced reporting time by 30%, achieved a 98% accuracy rate in financial statements, and improved the accounts receivable aging by 25%. My collaborative efforts with external auditors during annual audits have strengthened the company’s credibility, leading to successful audits with no significant discrepancies reported.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Accounts Assistant

Kinuthia Group of Companies

Feb 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 11 months)

As an Accounts Assistant, I enhanced financial reporting by implementing an accounting software system, achieving a 98% accuracy rate in financial statements. I streamlined accounts management, reducing accounts receivable aging by 25%, and improved bank reconciliation processes, decreasing discrepancies by 40%. Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, ensuring compliance with reg

Financial Statement Analysis Accounts Management Bank Reconciliation Risk Management

Intern

Kenyatta National Hospital

Feb 2022 - May 2022 (3 months)

During my internship, I conducted variance analysis on revenue accounts, improving financial reporting accuracy by 15%. I followed up on audit mitigation actions, contributing to a 20% decrease in recurring issues. Participated in the Quality Assurance Programme and planned an ICT audit, enhancing data security and compliance.

Quality Assurance Risk Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Regional College of Management

Certified Public Accountant - Post Advanced Level, Accounting

2022 -

Pursuing a Certified Public Accountant - Post Advanced Level certification to enhance professional accounting skills and knowledge.

KCA University

Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting

2018 - 2022

Earned a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Accounting, gaining comprehensive knowledge in financial management, accounting principles, and business practices.

KCA University

Diploma, Business Management

2018 - 2020

Completed a Diploma in Business Management, which provided foundational skills in business operations, management principles, and organizational behavior.