RUTH MUCHIKU MAINA
ACCOUNTANT/FINANCE MANAGER
Nairobi,247
Summary
- Innovative Finance expert providing robust background employing critical thinking and analysis to achieve success among talented team of professionals. Expert in compiling and reviewing various types of data to support market analysis and strategic planning. Knowledgeable in organization management, operations, research and sales strategies. Quick learner with outstanding track record in academic achievement as well as strong aptitude for formula development and information analysis.
Overview
10
10
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Cube management and consultants ltd
nairobi, kenya
09.2018 - Current
- Analyzing financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Preparing budgets, cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Execute core financial processes, including vendor setup and payment, operational expenses, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Support operations Director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Develop budgets and strategic plans for day-to-day operations.
- Decreased monthly expenditures by 40% through effectively reviewing documents and identifying problem areas.
- Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Increased revenue 22% by assisting with operations management, including sales and marketing efforts.
Income Auditor
Nairobi Serena Hotel
12.2010 - 09.2018
- Overseeing the revenues department to ensure a smooth flow of operations directly supervising the night and restaurant auditors
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Maintained professional knowledge by attending inhouse systems trainings and workshops annually.
- Determined financial and operational audit areas, providing most economical and efficient use of audit resources.
- Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
- Facilitated financial and operational audits, working with internal and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
- Headed the installation of the M-pesa pay bill option for the hotel and conducted training of the same to the users at all point of sales
Accounts Assistant
Nairobi Serena Hotel
12.2009 - 12.2010
- Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Used Opera System to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements and statements.
- Completed weekly check runs and maintained accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions into accounting system.
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding account questions and issues.
Accounts Assistant- Cost Controller
Nairobi Serena Hotel
03.2009 - 12.2009
- Used materials control system to monitor stocks movement from the stores to the selling points.
- Monitored over/shortages and investigating to find the cause.
- Performed Stock take audits to verify inventory in respect to reported consumption.
Trainee Acoountant
Nairobi Serena Hotel, Serena Central Stores
07.2008 - 03.2009
- Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
- Protected store from loss or theft by setting and enforcing clear security policies.
Education
Bachelors of Commerce - Finance Option
University Of Nairobi
09.2009 - 12.2012
CPA Finalist, Strathmore University - CPA
Strathmore University
06.2005 - 06.2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - KCSE
Kambui Girls High School
02.2001 - 11.2004
Skills
Budget forecasting
Additional Information
Available on request
Timeline
Finance Manager
Cube management and consultants ltd
09.2018 - Current
Income Auditor
Nairobi Serena Hotel
12.2010 - 09.2018
Accounts Assistant
Nairobi Serena Hotel
12.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelors of Commerce - Finance Option
University Of Nairobi
09.2009 - 12.2012
Accounts Assistant- Cost Controller
Nairobi Serena Hotel
03.2009 - 12.2009
Trainee Acoountant
Nairobi Serena Hotel, Serena Central Stores
07.2008 - 03.2009
CPA Finalist, Strathmore University - CPA
Strathmore University
06.2005 - 06.2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - KCSE
Kambui Girls High School
02.2001 - 11.2004
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