HELLEN MAINA
Nairobi
Summary
Resourceful and performance-driven accounting and finance graduate with a diploma from the Co-operative University of Kenya. I bring hands-on experience in financial documentation, frontline cash handling, and inventory support through public sector attachment, and retail volunteer work. With a structured yet people-focused approach, I excel in maintaining accurate records, managing transactions, and supporting smooth operational workflows. Known for my adaptability, fast learning, and strong work ethic, I’m eager to support organizational efficiency by ensuring timely, reliable, and precise data entry, and logistics support. I don’t just complete tasks ,I stay ahead of them, delivering consistency, trust, and value.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Assistant
local retail shop
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Accurately recorded daily sales, expenses, and stock movement using Excel, improving stock tracking, and reducing discrepancies.
- Handled customer service and payment collection, maintaining 100% transaction accuracy.
- I took the initiative in managing inventory restocking, helping to prevent stock-outs and ensuring business continuity.
- Developed basic record-keeping templates that streamlined cash flow tracking for the shop owner.
- Maintained neat and organized documentation, contributing to faster daily reconciliations.
Accounts Attache
City Hall
Nairobi
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Entered and verified financial data into the government accounting system with a high level of accuracy.
- Assisted in processing supplier invoices, checking for completeness and correctness before approval.
- Supported the reconciliation of petty cash and bank records, contributing to clean audit readiness.
- Organized and updated over 150 physical and digital files, improving accessibility and compliance.
Education
Diploma - Accounting And Finance
The Cooperative University of Kenya
Karen,kenya12-2023
Skills
- Data entry and record management
- Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Invoice processing and filing
- Inventory and stock control
- Financial documentation support
- Frontline cash handling
- QuickBooks (basic knowledge)
- Customer service support
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Time management and organization
- Basic logistics coordination
- Communication and team collaboration
- Confidential data handling
- Administrative support
- Fast typing speed
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - in progress
Languages
English
First Language
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Store Assistant
local retail shop
01.2024 - 06.2025
Accounts Attache
City Hall
05.2023 - 07.2023
Diploma - Accounting And Finance
The Cooperative University of Kenya
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