Iraki Maina Waithaka
Data Specialist
Nairobi
Summary
Creative professional with excellent analytical capabilities, a passion for data analytics and development of solutions. Possessing a background in Mechanical Engineering complemented by qualifications in Database Management and Data Analysis. Demonstrated expertise in strategy development, project management, Business Intelligence (BI) reporting and dashboarding. On the side, Maina enjoys a round of golf and a good book.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Associate, Tax Technology
PricewaterhouseCoopers
7 2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the development and deployment of technology solutions to minimize tax risk and ensure compliance in various African countries
- Led the tax technology team in delivery of digital transformation initiatives, strategy and adoption of various technology solutions to better meet user needs
- Led BI reporting and dashboarding initiatives within the tax technology team
- Trained and supported new team members, maintaining culture of collaboration.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful completion of complex projects within deadlines.
Associate, Tax
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Conducted analysis of tax data to minimize liabilities and ensure compliance with tax laws
- Prepared and filed tax returns for companies, partnerships, and individuals
- Analysis of financial data and development of power Bi dashboards for easier interpretation and more insight
- Developed automation tools and BI dashboards to streamline tax review processes
- Achieved highest appraisal ratings for two consecutive years.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Nairobi
Nairobi,Kenya 05.2014 - 05.2020
No Degree - Data Science
HARVARD-X
04.2001 -
Level II - F8 (Ongoing) - Accounting
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Skills
Software development skills : Python, Django
Certification
Oracle 11g R2
Timeline
Associate, Tax
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2021 - 06.2023
Oracle 11g R2
09-2016
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Nairobi
05.2014 - 05.2020
No Degree - Data Science
HARVARD-X
04.2001 -
Senior Associate, Tax Technology
PricewaterhouseCoopers
7 2023 - Current
Level II - F8 (Ongoing) - Accounting
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
References
- LEONARD SHALAKHA, Senior Manager - PwC, Nairobi, 00100, cshalakha@gmail.com, +254720174431
- MWANGI MICHAEL, Business Development Office, OILCOM-KENYA, Nairobi, 00100, bdm@oilcom.co.ke, +254721943078
References
- LEONARD SHALAKHA, Senior Manager - PwC, Nairobi, 00100, cshalakha@gmail.com, +254720174431
- MWANGI MICHAEL, Business Development Office, OILCOM-KENYA, Nairobi, 00100, bdm@oilcom.co.ke, +254721943078
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