JUSTINE OTIENO KITOTO
Kisumu,Kisumu
Summary
An Actuarial Science graduate with extensive experience in financial management, risk assessment, and project management. Adept at statistical analysis, financial reporting, and data management. Seeking to leverage actuarial expertise and financial acumen in a dynamic role within the actuarial and finance sector.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant finance manager
Black Berry Uniforms
Kisumu
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Financial Oversight & Strategy: Lead financial operations, overseeing budget tracking, cost management, and financial planning
- Achieved a 15% reduction in operational costs and a 10% increase in annual revenue through strategic financial initiatives
- Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and present detailed financial statements and performance reports to senior management
- Provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and improve financial stability
- Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure liquidity and operational efficiency
- Conduct cash flow forecasts and manage tax compliance, optimizing financial resources and reducing tax liabilities
- Process Improvement: Streamline financial processes, introducing automated reporting tools that reduced reporting time by 20%
- Conduct thorough risk assessments to mitigate potential losses.
- Maintain KPI reporting tools for accurate, up-to-date financial data for decision-making.
Finance department intern
On The Mark Security Ltd
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Financial Reporting & Documentation: Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports, enhancing accuracy and timeliness
- Improved financial documentation processes.
- Data Management & Analysis: Managed and analyzed financial data, supporting strategic planning and budget forecasting
- Supported management decision-making, providing insights through financial modelling and forecasting.
- Payroll & Reconciliation: Processed payroll and performed account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in compensation and financial records
- Utilized advanced Excel functions, speeding up data processing times significantly.
- Shadowed senior department members to master company procedures and industry best practices.
- Support for Financial Strategy: Contributed to the development of financial models and analysis tools, aiding the Finance Director in strategic financial planning and decision-making
Volunteer
Emmanuel Arts Academy
Nairobi
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Educational Support & Community Outreach: Assisted students with academic tasks and organized community outreach programs on substance abuse prevention and HIV/AIDS education
- Led workshops reaching over 100 local youths, improving community awareness and education
- Program Development: Developed and executed educational programs and workshops, enhancing community engagement and knowledge dissemination on critical health issues
Volunteer Mathematics Tutor
Pandpieri Primary School
Kisumu, Kisumu
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Enhanced students' understanding of mathematical concepts by simplifying and breaking down information.
- Assisted the Mathematics tutor in monitoring progress regularly; helped adjust tutoring strategies accordingly.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for improved academic performance in mathematics.
- Improved student engagement with innovative teaching methodologies.
- Provided individualized instruction to students struggling with math problems, resulting in increased comprehension.
Education
Bachelors of Business Science - Actuarial Science
Strathmore University
Nairobi, Kenya 06.2016 - 12.2016
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Starehe Boys' Centre & School
01.2012 - 12.2015
Skills
Personal Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective team collaboration and leadership
- Excellent time management and deadline adherence
- High emotional intelligence and attention to detail
- Commitment to confidentiality
Professional Skills:
- Advanced Mathematical and statistical skills
- Proficient on the use of CSI Etabs, CSI Safe, Microsoft Word, Python, R Programming
- Stata for Econometric Models
- Database Management
Languages
English
Fluent
Kiswahili
Fluent
Spanish
Elementary
Affiliations
- Football
- Chess
- Hiking
Certification
Certificate in Computer Applications
Accomplishments
Chess Captain | Strathmore University ,2021-2022
Assessor | President's Award Scheme , 2015 - Present
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant finance manager
Black Berry Uniforms
12.2023 - 11.2024
Finance department intern
On The Mark Security Ltd
04.2022 - 07.2022
Volunteer
Emmanuel Arts Academy
02.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelors of Business Science - Actuarial Science
Strathmore University
06.2016 - 12.2016
Volunteer Mathematics Tutor
Pandpieri Primary School
01.2016 - 04.2016
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Starehe Boys' Centre & School
01.2012 - 12.2015
Certificate in Computer Applications
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