LAURA SWEEN MINYIKHA
Accountant
Nairobi,Nairobi Province
Summary
Diligent individual with strong foundation in finance and accounting principles, seeking to apply analytical and problem-solving skills in Junior Accountant role. Proven ability in managing financial records and keen attention to detail, combined with excellent communication skills. Ready to contribute to organizational success by ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting efficient financial operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Junior Accountant
Golazo Right Here Ltd
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
05.2023 - 04.2026
- Preparing and maintaining various monthly, quarterly and annual reports including income statements and statements of financial position.
- Handling petty cash and bookkeeping
- Payment of statutory deductions
- Working together with the auditors during annual audits.
- In charge of business permits and assisting the operations manager with the admin work.
- Filing VAT returns and withholding taxes.
- Handling different currency rates and transactions.
- Handling accounts payable transactions.
- Handling accounts receivable transactions.
- A bank agent in charge of all bank transactions.
- Receiving and Verification of invoices.
- Working on the cash flow report on a weekly basis.
- Preparing monthly management accounts.
- Filing accounting documents.
- Maintained accurate records of all company transactions for future reference.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data by conducting thorough analysis.
- Handled payroll duties, guaranteed timely disbursement of wages to employees.
- Updated general ledger regularly, maintained up-to-date record of all transactions.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual audits for seamless cooperation.
- Utilised advanced Excel functions for speedy data processing and analysis.
- Prepared monthly financial reports to facilitate strategic decision making.
- Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
Customer Care Agent
Stima Sacco Society Limited
NAIROBI, PARKLANDS
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Handling inquiries and complaints by responding from members via phone, email, WhatsApp and in-person.
- Member education by educating members on the Sacco Products (Loans, saving, mobile banking etc)
- Adhering to Stima Sacco regulatory policies and requirements while handling members and confidential information – Conducting KYC (Know Your Customer) for data protection.
- Helping members to resolve system-related issues and transactions.
- Keeping accurate records of member interactions. (Questions, resolutions and complaints)
- Reporting to supervisors on daily, weekly and monthly challenges, outstanding challenges and volumes.
- Identify opportunities during member interaction and help them understand Sacco benefits to improve retention and satisfaction
- Solved complaints, resulting in improved customer satisfaction scores.
- Improved customer relations with empathetic communication style.
- Enhanced brand reputation through exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Streamlined operations by organising schedules effectively.
- Facilitated smooth transactions by verifying payment details accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
KCA University
Nairobi, Nairobi Province 01.2025 -
CPA - Finalist
Vision Institute of Professionals
Nairobi, Nairobi Province 06.2018 - 08.2022
KCSE - Secondary Education
St. Claires Maragoli Girls High School
Vihiga, Kakamega District 01.2014 - 11.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Audit support
- Payroll processing
- Invoice generation
- Microsoft Access
- PowerPoint presentation
- Excel proficiency
- Customer focus
- Use of accounting software
- Bookkeeping
- VAT calculation
REFERENCES
- Marsellah Sitti, Nasimiyu, Accounts Manager, marsellah.sitti@right-here.com, +254723543616, Golazo Right Here Ltd
- Millicent Benta, Anungo, Senior Finance Officer & Human Resource Manager, mbentaha88@gmail.com, +254729797187, Golazo Right Here Limited
- Oliver W., Wamukhoma, Accountant, avilerh@gmail.com, +254723744095, Coulson Harney, LLP
Languages
English
Intermediate
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Analytical and conceptual ability with an eye for detail.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Excellent communication skills, computer skills and ability to cope under pressure.
- A self-starter with a pleasant personality and high level of integrity and reliability.
- Persuasive and persistent
Timeline
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
KCA University
01.2025 -
Junior Accountant
Golazo Right Here Ltd
05.2023 - 04.2026
Customer Care Agent
Stima Sacco Society Limited
04.2023 - 05.2023
CPA - Finalist
Vision Institute of Professionals
06.2018 - 08.2022
KCSE - Secondary Education
St. Claires Maragoli Girls High School
01.2014 - 11.2017