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George Waweru Kiarie

Nairobi

Summary

Highly motivated, detail-oriented finance graduate with hands-on experience in financial operations, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to support high-performing teams, develop analytical reports, and maintain client service excellence. Dedicated to continuous learning, leadership development, and delivering high-quality results in line with the firm's standards. Eager to contribute to BDO East Africa's mission of delivering value-driven financial services.

Work History

Finance Intern

Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development
Nakuru

Summary

Supported financial operations and compliance digitally 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

  • Supported the finance team in preparing monthly expenditure reports, verifying invoices, and reconciling payments.
  • Participated in budget formulation and variance analysis, ensuring departmental compliance with government financial standards.
  • Assisted in audit preparations and internal reviews, contributing to a 25% improvement in regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve interdepartmental processes and timely reporting.
  • Maintained accurate documentation in line with financial procedures and risk management protocols.
  • Improved data accuracy in budget forecasts by 15% using Excel.
  • Contributed to digitizing payment-tracking systems to enhance transparency.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya

High School Diploma -

Kisii High School
Kisii, Kenya

Skills

Technical skills

  • Financial reporting and budgeting
  • Data analysis and forecasting
  • Risk management and compliance
  • MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Soft skills

  • Client communication and support
  • Team collaboration and engagement
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Time management and deadline adherence

Leadership Experience

Research Project - Impact of Inflation on Yields of Treasury Bills and Bonds in Kenya 

  • Applied regression and correlation analysis using statistical tools
  • Synthesized findings to assess risk-return tradeoffs for fixed-income investments

Campus Finance Society - Member, Strategy & Events Team

  • Co-developed event budgets and liaised with stakeholders to promote financial literacy forums
  • Led a mini-project on personal finance for students, improving participation by 40%
  • Supported first-year students with finance career mentoring and onboarding

Additional Information

  • Certifications: Software Development (PLP), AI Career Essentials (ALX Academy)
  • Interests: Stock investing, 8-ball pool, Financial markets
  • Skills: Microsoft Office Suite
  • Favorite Books: Sam Altman (biography), The Intelligent Investor
  • Favorite Movie: The Wolf of Wall Street
  • References: Available upon request

Timeline

Finance Intern

Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Nairobi

High School Diploma -

Kisii High School
George Waweru Kiarie