Meticulous finance & accounts personnel with advanced accounting, mathematical and software experience. Successful at keeping accounts current and accurate for compliant financial recordkeeping. Well-organized, diligent and focused professional. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Hi, I’m
Esther Maina
Kagio
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Myers LimitedNairobi
Accounts Assistant
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Organized data into multiple spreadsheets to streamline data.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.
- Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
- Completed payroll functions to facilitate accurate and prompt staff payments.
- Analyzed financial discrepancies and provided solutions for accurate financial records.
- Verified items billed against items ordered and reconciled differences through follow-up with vendor.
- Coordinated with external auditors to resolve discrepancies.
National Registration BureauNairobi
Finance Intern
11.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Prepared and posted financial journal entries using technically relevant software.
- Identified potential cost savings through focused financial analysis.
- Implemented system for tracking payments on projects and contracts.
- Aided constructive forecasting by assisting with financial model development.
- Adhered to budgeting and accounting processes for cohesive records.
- Supported organizational account management duties under direct supervision.
- Prepared comprehensive forecasting reports for senior leadership as necessary.
- Analyzed financial trends and provided detailed financial reports to management.
- Assisted in preparing business plans and investment strategies.
- Tracked budget forecasts and monitored budget performance.
- Produced financial statements and reports to comply with regulations.
Nairobi City CountyNairobi
Accounts Intern Debt Office
05.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Assisted management with annual expense plans to strategically track income or revenue.
- Verified items billed against items ordered and reconciled differences through follow-up with vendor.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Input financial data and produced reports using quickbooks.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Managed to handle 20 clients per day in regards to the county pending bills.
Education
Cooperative UniversityNairobi, Kenya
Bachelor of Science from Finance
01.2020 - 12.2022
University Overview
Cooperative University of KenyaNairobi , Kenya
Diploma from Accounting And Finance
06.2018 - 12.2019
University Overview
Skills
Accounting and bookkeeping
SFAS understanding
SEC and call reporting
Costing and integration planning
Budgeting and financial management
Internal controls implementation
Accounts receivable and payable
Funds reconciliation
Database management
Teambuilding
MS Office
Clerical Support
Timeline
Accounts Assistant
Myers Limited
07.2023 - Current
Finance Intern
National Registration Bureau
11.2021 - 02.2022
Cooperative University
Bachelor of Science from Finance
01.2020 - 12.2022
Accounts Intern Debt Office
Nairobi City County
05.2019 - 08.2019
Cooperative University of Kenya
Diploma from Accounting And Finance
06.2018 - 12.2019
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Additional Information
Additional Information
I am a member of a community based organization , The Voice of a Black Child where I v