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George Waweru Kiarie

Nairobi

Summary

A detail-oriented and agile final-year finance student waiting to graduate, with a strong passion for sustainable development, innovation, and business development. Experienced in financial reporting, project coordination, market research, and data analysis using advanced Excel in the public and hospitality sectors. Skilled in marketing support, stakeholder management, and communication. Eager to apply my skills, growth mindset, and creativity to drive the success of Smart Facilities projects at UNDP through impactful business development support during an internship.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Finance Intern

Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development
Nakuru
07.2024 - 10.2024

Summary

Supported financial operations and compliance in a government department, gaining hands-on experience in budget management, financial reporting, and audit processes. Demonstrated strong analytical skills, and attention to detail, while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Accomplishments

  • Assisted in budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, and financial reporting, ensuring alignment with allocated funds.
  • Managed accounts payable/receivable, processed invoices, and reconciled payments, maintaining 100% compliance with regulations.
  • Prepared balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements in accordance with GAAP.
  • Generated weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for key financial metrics, improving forecast accuracy by 15%.
  • Supported three internal audits, reducing findings by 25% through proactive risk identification and process improvements.

Accounting Attache

Dominion Castle Hotel Ltd
Nakuru
05.2023 - 10.2023

Summary

Gained practical accounting experience in the hospitality sector, focusing on financial reconciliations, payroll support, and revenue analysis. Developed a strong understanding of daily financial operations while contributing to process improvements and team collaboration.

Accomplishments

  • Conducted daily reconciliations and compiled financial reports for revenue and expenditure tracking.
  • Assisted in payroll management, resolving employee queries, and ensuring statutory compliance.
  • Analyzed revenue performance across seasons, and supported revenue audits.
  • Led a team of three, including the manager, in marketing initiatives, boosting sales by 10% through strategic marketing campaigns.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
12-2025

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

Kisii High School
Kisii, Kenya
01.2021

Skills

  • Market research
  • Project coordination
  • Data analysis
  • Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Business development
  • Communication skills
  • Process improvement
  • Sustainability
  • Digital innovation
  • Inclusive leadership
  • Presentation
  • Collaboration
  • Proactive mindset
  • Goal-oriented
  • Relationship management

Certification

  • Software Development, Power Learn Project Academy, ongoing training, 05/2025
  • AI Career Essentials, ALX Academy, ongoing training, 05/2025

References

1. Henry Ondieki, County Director of Housing, State Department for Housing and Urban Development (SDHUD), 072-223-0891

2. Jane Kiraguri, Accountant, Dominion Castle Hotel Limited, 071-161-5123, Jane.Kiraguri@gmail.com

3. Cyrus Iraya Mwangi, Lecturer, University of Nairobi, Faculty of Business and Management Sciences, 072-257-4682, ciraya@gmail.com

Timeline

Finance Intern

Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development
07.2024 - 10.2024

Accounting Attache

Dominion Castle Hotel Ltd
05.2023 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Nairobi

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

Kisii High School
George Waweru Kiarie