HILDA CHELAGAT
ACCOUNTANT
Eldoret,RIFTVALLEY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accounts Assistant
AMPATH, Research Sponsored Project Office.
Eldoret, Rift Valley
11.2021 - Current
- Contributing to positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and collaboration within accounting department.
- Acknowledging receipts of payments from clients.
- Preparing daily and monthly collections summary.
- Managing grant by ensuring proper records are documented.
- Improving accuracy of grant financial data through regular monitoring, analysis, and adjustment of budgets as needed.
- Providing timely support to colleagues seeking assistance with grant budget development or interpretation, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Managing and serving several clients on daily basis to ensure customer satisfaction.
Senior Accounts Assistant
Moi University
Eldoret, Rift Valley
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
- Supported accounting team with month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
- Reduced errors in data entry by implementing system of double-checking and cross-referencing information.
- Assisted in preparation of accurate financial reports for senior management decision making.
- Organized data into multiple spreadsheets to streamline data.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
Outlet Cashier
Rivatex East Africa Ltd
Eldoret, Rift Valley
06.2016 - 12.2020
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Ensure proper books of accounts were well kept.
- Summarized daily cash collections and report on same.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Supported department objectives by participating in cross-functional projects with other departments as needed.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain clean, well-stocked store environment.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving any discrepancies.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Prepared monthly reports and submitted for review.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance And Banking
University of Eldoret
Eldoret 09.2018 - 11.2023
Certified Public Accountant(CPA) - Accounting
Victory College of Accountancy
Eldoret 06.2012 - 12.2014
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Mary's Girls Secondary School
Songhor 02.2008 - 11.2011
Skills
Administrative Support
Timeline
Accounts Assistant
AMPATH, Research Sponsored Project Office.
11.2021 - Current
Senior Accounts Assistant
Moi University
01.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance And Banking
University of Eldoret
09.2018 - 11.2023
Outlet Cashier
Rivatex East Africa Ltd
06.2016 - 12.2020
Certified Public Accountant(CPA) - Accounting
Victory College of Accountancy
06.2012 - 12.2014
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Mary's Girls Secondary School
02.2008 - 11.2011
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