Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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BETHSEBA OKILE

BETHSEBA OKILE

ACCOUNTING & FINANCE,CONTENT CREATOR & WRITER
Nairobi,Nairobi Kenya

Summary

PROFILE SUMMARY A dynamic, vibrant, and result-focused Finance and Accounting professional with 5+ years of international experience and currently based at an FMCG Company in Doha Qatar. I possess an in-depth understanding of related financial risks and am always keen to spot emerging potential risks, redundancies, fraud, and mismanagement that pose threats to a company by performing investigations of various business processes, internal controls, and financial procedures.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Content Writer

Upwork
07.2021 - Current
  • Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
  • Promoted and marketed works through social media platforms.
  • Crafted SEO-friendly content for websites and blog posts to increase organic traffic.
  • Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
  • Created content for websites and online publications.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
  • Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
  • Worked with teams of designers, editors and marketers to create content for client campaigns.

Accountant

Ali Bin Ali Holding
03.2021 - Current
  • Recovered outstanding debts of USD5M from customers hence maintaining the cash flow and smooth operations Handle full-cycle financial accounting reports, maintain books of accounts, coordinate month/year-end activities, accounts receivable, and general ledger, and prepare aging analysis reports/daily reports regarding sales outstanding
  • Reviewed financial and non-financial reports
  • Reviewed the implementation of action plans to effectively address audit observations
  • Identified the idle or slow-moving accounts by analyzing details on the credit-control system and escalated to the management for further follow-ups and/or legal reporting
  • Monitored all transactions, verified transactions to assess the accuracy of journal entries scrutinized income expenditure, maintains all accounting ledgers, and reviewed all account reconciliations
  • Led approval of customer orders by strictly adhering to credit clearance policies
  • Researched, developed, and facilitated training for new employees
  • Managed and coordinated multiple initiatives while delivering continuous support to the existing team Maintained checks and balances to safeguard good governance and corporate risk management policies
  • Scrutinized financial data and business processes to highlight variances if any, and recommended solutions to improve financial health and processes
  • Issued monthly reports that indicated violations and weaknesses in the internal control procedures
  • Analyzed customer feedback forms to develop training sessions
  • Analyzed the company’s financial performance and made longer-term forecasts
  • Collaborated with all departments and the management team to help make financial decisions undertaking financial administration and internal audits
  • Supported fully the team members during their off days and while on leave
  • Actioned on all customers’ queries
  • Any other duties as assigned by the accounts supervisor
  • KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Through emails and calls, was able to recover 10 million USD from customers in a period of one year hence meeting collection cash flow that ensured commitment to sustainable business operations
  • Slashed payroll/benefits administration costs by 30% by negotiating pricing and fees while ensuring the continuation and enhancements of services
  • Analyzed customer feedback forms to develop a training session
  • Identified the slow-moving accounts, noted key details on the credit-control system, and escalated them to management for further follow-ups and legal reporting
  • Participated in the implementation of Accounts Receivable and Payable procedures and policies which improved the collection rate by 40%
  • Completed my tasks always before set deadlines
  • Negotiated with suppliers for a 5% reduction/Best contractual term negotiated to meet the best profitability
  • Delivered consistently high levels of customer service in all roles resulting in increased sales for my employer
  • Assisted in the smooth transition from Oracle eMis to Oracle ERP.

FIFA Volunteer

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

Assistant Accountant

Ali Bin Ali Holding
07.2017 - 03.2021
  • Recovered outstanding debts of USD1M from customers hence maintaining the cash flow and smooth operations Prepared journal entries (related to banks) and reconciled general ledger entries of customers, allocated receipts to invoices, and credit notes to verify that the customer balances showed the correct debtor information
  • Identified the idle or slow-moving accounts by analyzing details on the credit-control system and escalated to the management for further follow-ups and/or legal reporting
  • Researched, developed, and facilitated training for new employees
  • Ensured posting of receipts is done accurately and daily
  • Analyzed customer feedback forms to develop a training session
  • Coordinated sales team to ensure timely collections of dues
  • Supported fully the team members during their off days and while on leave
  • Actioned on all customers’ queries
  • Any other duties as assigned by the accounts supervisor
  • KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Through emails and calls, was able to recover 3.5 million USD from customers in a period of one year hence meeting collection cash flow that ensured commitment to sustainable business operations
  • Analyzed customer feedback forms to develop a training session
  • Identified the slow-moving accounts, noted key details on the credit-control system, and escalated them to management for further follow-ups and legal reporting
  • Participated in the implementation of Accounts Receivable and Payable procedures and policies which improved the collection rate by 40%
  • Completed my tasks always before set deadlines
  • Delivered consistently high levels of customer service in all roles resulting in increased sales for my employer
  • Assisted in the smooth transition from Oracle eMis to Oracle ERP.
  • Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.

Claims Officer

Cannon
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Managed all activities regarding registration of new claims based on accounting principles, prepared payment journals, receipt vouchers, and other accounting documents
  • Conducted the process of repairs and/or release of vehicles by communicating with garages
  • Rendered high-quality services by appointing investigators in cases of third-party injuries and/or property damage
  • Monitored overall financial and administrative operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, timeliness, and quality by responding to correspondence
  • Supervised the claim process and ensured the delivery of the payment vouchers following the finalization of the claims
  • Coordinated with the claims manager and support to perform any other divisional responsibility as and when required
  • KEY ACHIEVEMENTS 30% saving on claim payments
  • This was a result of thorough claims analysis hence identifying frauds
  • Voted the best employee in the claims department
  • Claim settlement within turnaround times
  • Eliminated fraudulent service providers(garages, claim assessors,scrap dealers)

Life Operations Clerk

Metropolitan Cannon Life
07.2015 - 03.2016
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Volunteered at local community organizations, providing assistance with day-to-day operations.

Metropolitan Life Kenya Insurance Limited
10.2014 - 07.2015
  • Created and established appropriate processes within the organization regarding new business by the maintenance of receipts and other documentation
  • Ensured that the related data and procedures are documented, monitored, and updated in the system
  • Performed the activity of preparation of corresponding premium statements as of and when required by the authority
  • Delivered the best service to existing as well as new clients
  • Handled the accounting activity using generating cash receipt(s), updating those in the system, and the tasks related to banking as well
  • Dispatched policy documents of new clients or new businesses to maintain timeliness
  • KEY ACHIEVEMENT Played a key role in improving customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

Mount Kenya University

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE - undefined

Rehema Girls Academy

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined

KCPE), Lung’anyiro Primary School

Skills

  • AND COMPETENCIES
  • Financial reports: Skilled in the Preparation of Periodic management Accounts, Balance Sheets, Income
  • Statements, Statements of Owner’s Equity, and Cash Flows Reports within agreed timelines
  • Audit Requirements: expertise in ensuring that the company books are ready for audit within the set
  • Deadlines Providing the necessary information for internal and external audits as well as conducting
  • Financial investigations where necessary
  • Tax and statutory: Well-versed in various taxes (VAT, income tax, and withholding) as well as the
  • Preparation of statutory payments ie PAYE and also payroll
  • Customer & supplier management: well versed in accounts payable/receivable, monitoring order levels,
  • Inventory management and timely raising requisitions to ensure zero stockouts
  • Accounting Systems & other computer systems: Experienced using and working Knowledge of Oracle ERP,
  • Oracle Emis, Exergy, Tquest, and basic computer applications
  • Accuracy & Time Management: I’m keen on details and ensure goal setting, prioritizing, and organization
  • Analytical & Attention to detail: I’m able to collect, organize, visualize, and assimilate data and to focus on
  • All areas of a project or task carrying out the task-in-hand thoroughly and with accuracy, working with
  • Consistent high-quality and avoiding sloppy mistakes
  • Influence, flexibility, teamwork, leadership, communication, and project management

Accomplishments

  • Registered student CPA part II (Sections 3), KASNEB, Nairobi, Kenya Jun
  • 2015 – To Date(Appear)
  • Training: Guiding and Counselling-Mount Kenya University
  • Volunteering: FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022-Spectator Services-20th
  • Nov 2022-18 Dec 2022

Timeline

FIFA Volunteer

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
11.2022 - 12.2022

Content Writer

Upwork
07.2021 - Current

Accountant

Ali Bin Ali Holding
03.2021 - Current

Assistant Accountant

Ali Bin Ali Holding
07.2017 - 03.2021

Claims Officer

Cannon
03.2016 - 07.2017

Life Operations Clerk

Metropolitan Cannon Life
07.2015 - 03.2016

Metropolitan Life Kenya Insurance Limited
10.2014 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

Mount Kenya University

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE - undefined

Rehema Girls Academy

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined

KCPE), Lung’anyiro Primary School

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