William Wamuyu
@williamwamuyu
Versatile finance professional with expertise in AI-driven trading strategies.
What I'm looking for
I am a finance professional with over 8 years of experience in financial management and accounting across various industries. Currently, I lead 'The Oldman,' a machine-learning trading framework that utilizes Python and Meta Trader 5 to provide predictive market insights. My expertise lies in financial management, operations efficiency, and compliance with regulations, all while maintaining a strong focus on detail and effective communication.
Throughout my career, I have established financial controls and significantly improved working capital management at Land Mawe Limited, especially during the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. My achievements include reducing outstanding accounts payables from 90% to 20% and developing sophisticated trading algorithms that integrate advanced AI techniques, enhancing operational reliability and profitability in algorithmic trading environments.
I am passionate about uniting corporate finance leadership with quantitative investment strategies, and I continuously seek opportunities that allow me to leverage my skills in AI and finance to drive innovative solutions in the financial markets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Computational Financial Engineer
The Oldman
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Designed and iterated reinforcement-learning frameworks that guide medium-frequency trading decisions across FX, equities, crypto, and commodities. Deployed self-updating models that learn from new price and volume data, ensuring strategies remain relevant as market regimes shift.
Finance Manager
Land Mawe Limited
May 2018 - Present (7 years 2 months)
Prepared financial reports for budgets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and expenses, utilizing this information to establish long-term business goals. Led in collecting, evaluating, and reviewing financial data, as well as developing measures to reduce financial risk.
Accountant
Wilheim Company (K) Limited
Feb 2017 - Present (8 years 5 months)
Designed and implemented internal financial controls to ensure the efficiency of all aspects of accounting. Assessed the efficacy of fiscal, regulatory, and customer service policies and processes and proposed adjustments and improvements to the organization and management.
Accountant
Bavaria Gardens Restaurant
Sep 2016 - Present (8 years 10 months)
Responsible for generating journal entries and ensuring that the trial balance is balanced and daily posting of revenues and expenses to the appropriate books. Prepared, filed, and followed-up payments for taxes to the Kenya Revenue Authority.
Accountant
Mt. Kenya Safari Halt Hotel
Mar 2016 - Present (9 years 4 months)
Managed financial records and assisted with daily accounting operations. Supported the finance department in various administrative tasks.
Payroll Clerk
National Youth Service
Jul 2015 - Present (10 years)
Processed payroll and managed employee records. Assisted with various clerical duties within the organization.
Education
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Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT)
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance
2011 - 2015
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Finance. Gained foundational knowledge in financial management, accounting principles, and economic analysis.
Kagumo High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Studies
2007 - 2011
Completed secondary education, earning the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. Focused on a broad curriculum to prepare for higher education.
Nyeri Junior and Senior School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, General Studies
2000 - 2007
Completed primary education, earning the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education. Developed fundamental academic skills across various subjects.
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