Risper Akinyi

Student

Kisumu

Summary

Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and regulations. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate and cost-effective. Ready to bring Number+ years of experience and take on challenging new role. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Work History

Cost Controller Trainer

Peter Muchiri

02.2024 - 08.2024

Evaluated vendor contracts, identifying areas for negotiation or alternative procurement methods to reduce expenses.
Monitored inventory levels, implementing controls to minimize stock discrepancies while maintaining adequate supplies for business operations.
Optimized budget allocation for increased efficiency and reduced waste in multiple projects.
Reduced project costs by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
Collaborated with various departments to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
Implemented cost control systems, resulting in better project management and resource utilization.
Managed financial data with precision to ensure accurate reporting and informed decisionmaking.
Ensured compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements through diligent monitoring of expenses and budgets.

Purchasing

Bismark Kipkemboi

02.2024 - 07.2024

Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and documentation for audit purposes.
Established and managed supplier and vendor relationships.
Prepared purchase orders accurately and followed up with suppliers to confirm receipt and delivery schedules.
Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and transparent dealings.
Collaborated with other departments to identify opportunities for cost reduction or process improvements within the purchasing function.
Evaluated procurement activities and recommended needed improvements.
Conducted market research to identify new suppliers and stay current on industry trends.
Performed negotiations for contract terms and conditions.
Administered payroll, accounting and purchasing.
Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
Conducted consumer surveys and analyzed purchasing trends.
Managed store organization, maintenance, and purchasing functions.
Contributed to effective planning for group purchasing decisions.
Reduced procurement lead times with streamlined purchasing processes.

Education

Diploma - Accounting And Finance

The Eldoret National Polytechnic , Eldoret Kenya

12.2025

High School Diploma -

RANG'ALA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL, Siaya, Siaya District, Kenya

03.2022

Skills

Cost Benchmarking
Supplier Relationship Management
Cost Reconciliation
Earned Value Management
Cost Analysis
Internal Controls
Procurement Management
Financial Forecasting

Invoice Verification
Financial statement review
Audit preparation
AP/AR invoicing
Internal control management
Processing payments
Pricing and costing
Cost accounting

Timeline

Cost Controller Trainer - Peter Muchiri

02.2024 - 08.2024

Purchasing - Bismark Kipkemboi

02.2024 - 07.2024

The Eldoret National Polytechnic - Diploma , Accounting And Finance

RANG'ALA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL - High School Diploma,