AYAN ALI HIRSI
Summary
Highly organized and results-driven Principal Officer with a Bachelors of Business Administration degree in Accounting and completed CPA certification. Proven track record of effectively managing financial operations, developing strategic plans, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives. Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Committed to driving growth and success through innovation and sound decision-making.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PRINCIPAL OFFICER
GATEWAYFOREX BUREAU
08.2020 - Current
- Ensuring efficient and effective operations by supervising and managing the daily activities associated with Forex to guarantee the seamless functioning of the business.
- Ensuring that employees follow all guidelines and regulations put forth by the Central Bank of Kenya by keeping an eye on and enforcing compliance with these guidelines and laws.
- Gathering, compiling, and submitting data in compliance with Central Bank of Kenya Foreign Exchange requirements to prepare weekly reports, exchange rates, and in- flow/outflow, quarterly and annual statements.
SENIOR HEAD CASHIER
GALA MONEY TRANSFER
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Handled the sending and receiving of money transfers via services like Money Gram and Western Union by actively monitoring the transactions related to these services.
- Managed currency, transactions, and private information responsibly by fulfilling duties related to currency management, processing transactions, and securely preserving private information.
CASHIER
GALA MONEY TRANSFER
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Engaged in buying and selling foreign exchange by carrying out foreign exchange-related operations.
- Proven track record of effectively managing financial operations, developing strategic plans, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build relation- ships with stakeholders at all levels.
Education
BBA - Accounting
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
Nairobi, Kenya11.2020
Skills
- Financial analysis: Able to analyze financial data,interpret trends, and generate forecasts to support decision-making
- Account Reconciliation: Experience reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues in a timely manner
- Financial Reporting: Proficiency in preparing financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements in accordance with accounting standards
- Risk Management: Able to identify, assess and mitigate risks
- Tax Preparation and Compliance: Familiarity with tax laws and regulations, and experience in preparing tax returns for individuals or businesses while ensuring compliance with relevant laws
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial records, calculations, and reports
- Software Proficiency: Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks as well as spreadsheet software like Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting
- Communication Skills: Effective communication skills to interact with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders, as well as to explain complex financial information in a clear and understandable manner
Languages
Somali
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Proficient
C2
Timeline
PRINCIPAL OFFICER
GATEWAYFOREX BUREAU
08.2020 - Current
SENIOR HEAD CASHIER
GALA MONEY TRANSFER
10.2019 - 07.2020
CASHIER
GALA MONEY TRANSFER
01.2019 - 09.2019
BBA - Accounting
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY