Michelle Gachihi
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Organized and dedicated with a proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments. Experienced with financial record management, data entry, and reconciliation in accounting environments. Utilizes accounting software and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy with knowledge of regulatory compliance and reporting standards, ensuring precise and timely financial documentation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Assistant
Minet Kenya
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducting monthly reconciliation of premium payable and premium receivable accounts, as well as regular meetings with underwriters to ensure correct premium payment allocation.
- Oversee daily premium collections in the system and collaborate to guarantee accurate premium payment processing.
- Reconciliation of Investments and preparation of investment reports monthly.
- Reconciliation of insurance balances between Minet Kenya Finance and assigned underwriter.
- Monthly reconciliation and analysis of assigned General Ledger account.
- Reconciliation of intercompany accounts and signed off for payment recoveries.
- Preparation of management accounts, board reports, and consolidated financial statements on a group level in an accurate, comprehensive, and timely manner.
- Preparation of weekly cash projections or cash flow forecasts, as well as a cash position report for the group to assist in planning.
Livelihood Atachee
Slum Dwellers International Kenya
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Engage with local communities to understand their needs and concerns.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting project progress and impact.
- Helped with the roll out of the Next Level Grant Facility.
- Identify financial risks facing the grant and share with the grants manager support the implementation of mitigation measures for identified risks.
- Engaged in conversations promoting sustainable income-generating activities for community members.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in services and resources, tailoring interventions accordingly.
Admissions Assistant
Strathmore University
09.2019 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student enrollment rates by efficiently processing applications and maintaining accurate records.
- Streamlined communication with prospective students for improved application completion rates by promptly responding to inquiries.
- Answered phones, called prospects and handled initial email contacts for applicants to diploma and undergraduate programs.
- Led tours of facility for potential clients and families to highlight features and benefits of membership.
- Coordinated interview schedules and logistics for efficient candidate evaluation processes.
- Entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Established positive relationships with applicants to facilitate a smooth transition from inquiry to enrollment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Naisula School
Kajiado, Kajiado District, Kenya01-2018
Diploma - International Relations
Strathmore University
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya01-2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
Strathmore University
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya01-2025
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - ACCA
Strathmore University
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, KenyaSkills
- Academic Advising
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Strong Communication
- Multitasking
- Data Entry
- Sustainable Livelihoods
- Bank reconciliation
- Financial reporting
Timeline
Accounts Assistant
Minet Kenya
02.2025 - 08.2025
Livelihood Atachee
Slum Dwellers International Kenya
01.2024 - 05.2024
Admissions Assistant
Strathmore University
09.2019 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Naisula School
Diploma - International Relations
Strathmore University
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
Strathmore University
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - ACCA
Strathmore University
Community Service
Volunteer
- Westlands Primary School, Nairobi
- Mwamko Children Rescue Center, Nairobi
References
Fenwel Kalulu - Strathmore University
Admissions Manager. Supervisor
- 0721468559
- Fkalulu@strathmore.edu
Janice Kariuki - Westlands Primary
Teacher. Supervisor
- 0711412702
- Janicekariuki@gmail.com
Joseph Muturi -Slum Dwellers International Kenya
President
- 0722249360
- Muturijoe34@gmail.com
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