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Brian Onsongo

Nairobi

Summary

Well-qualified fund management professional with collaborative approach to asset management, investor relations and performance monitoring. Good listening, team-building and data analysis skills. Attentive in directing financial operations, developing policies and maintaining compliance. Recognized as a driven, dedicated and hardworking leader with a history of streamlining operations and increasing efficiency as well as excellent communication and planning abilities

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant Manager of Operations

NCBA Bank PLC Kenya
10.2022 - Current
  • Managed daily operations, delegating tasks appropriately to ensure smooth functioning of the facility.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas of improvement and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Taught employees how to collaborate on daily job tasks and achieve service targets.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient workflow processes and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions within the department to facilitate transparent reporting systems.

Supervisor

NCBA BANK LTD PLC
09.2018 - Current
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Prepared, calibrated and monitored the set up of the Dollar Investment Fund.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
  • Boosted efficiency by automating processes and procedures.
  • Developed and deepened relationships with customers, vendors and internal stakeholders.

Operations Assistant

NCBA BANK PLC
07.2016 - 09.2018
  • Assisted operations manager with planning of routine operations and special projects.
  • Prepared and proofread reports detailing operations activities.
  • Developed new filing and organizational practices, saving company as the department got a record rating of 98 out of a target of 90.
  • Increased office efficiency by modernizing document organization systems and effectively implementing DMS solutions.

Accounts Assistant

Mombasa Maize Millers Limited
02.2015 - 02.2016
  • Completed weekly check runs and maintained accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions into accounting system.
  • Reviewed figures, postings and documents for correct entry, completeness and accuracy.
  • Strengthened financial operations by conducting bank reconciliations and financial reporting.

Sales Representative

Villa Care Limited
08.2012 - 02.2014
  • Performed cold-calling and follow-ups with leads to secure new revenue.
  • Adapted real estate sales techniques to specific clients and promoted products based on individualized client needs.

Internship

Sidian Bank Limited
03.2013 - 07.2013

Tracked and recorded expenses and reconciled accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records.

Internship

Afya Sacco
04.2012 - 06.2012

• Preparation of payment vouchers

• Reconciliation of accounts.

• Processing dividends.

Education

Certified Public Accountant, Section - Finance

Strathmore University

SAT And TOEFL - Mathematics And English Proficiency

Kenya Institute Of Professional Studies

High School Diploma -

UpperHill School
01.2005 - 11.2008

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Team Work

Portfolio management

Project Management

Operational Efficiency

Accomplishments

  • Actively involved in the set up of the dollar investment fund
  • Customer Service - Consistently received positive feedback from guests and created repeat business by developing long-term relationships with customers.Handled guest complaints, maintaining a positive dining experience for all rest.
  • Implementation of Customer Relationship Management Software
  • Automation of prices on the APX system
  • Digitization of Calypso tickets to DMS instead of printing
  • Restructured the operational set up and policies for wealth management
  • Reconciled all accounts(Mombasa Maize MillersLTD) from three banks that were outstanding since 2012.

Timeline

Assistant Manager of Operations

NCBA Bank PLC Kenya
10.2022 - Current

Supervisor

NCBA BANK LTD PLC
09.2018 - Current

Operations Assistant

NCBA BANK PLC
07.2016 - 09.2018

Accounts Assistant

Mombasa Maize Millers Limited
02.2015 - 02.2016

Internship

Sidian Bank Limited
03.2013 - 07.2013

Sales Representative

Villa Care Limited
08.2012 - 02.2014

Internship

Afya Sacco
04.2012 - 06.2012

High School Diploma -

UpperHill School
01.2005 - 11.2008

Certified Public Accountant, Section - Finance

Strathmore University

SAT And TOEFL - Mathematics And English Proficiency

Kenya Institute Of Professional Studies
Brian Onsongo