Annnah Mutuku

Highly motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional with over two years of experience in finance and administrative functions. Skilled in financial reporting, budgeting, tax compliance, payroll processing and reconciliations, with a proven ability to maintain accuracy and ensure regulatory compliance. Adept at using accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, and Microsoft Business Central to streamline processes and enhance reporting efficiency.

Known for strong analytical, problem-solving and time management skills as well as effective communication and teamwork. Committed to driving organizational performance, supporting audits and contributing to strategic financial planning while fostering operational efficiency.

Accounts Assistant at Safaricom Investment Cooperative (2023-06 – Present)

• Accounts Payable and Receivable Management: Manage and maintain accurate accounts payable and receivable records ensuring all invoices, payments and financial documentation are correctly recorded in the ledgers.
• Invoice and Statutory Payment Processing: Prepare, verify and process invoices as well as statutory payments including PAYE, VAT, NHIF, and NSSF ensuring compliance with all legal and organizational requirements.
• Bank, Mpesa, and Cash Reconciliation: Conduct daily, weekly and monthly reconciliations of bank statements, Mpesa transactions and cash records promptly investigating and resolving discrepancies to maintain reliable financial reporting.
• Payroll Support and Reconciliation: Assist in payroll processing by entering employee payroll data, reconciling payroll accounts and ensuring timely and accurate statutory deductions.
• Payment Voucher Preparation: Prepare, verify and post payment vouchers in Microsoft Business Central ensuring that all supporting documents such as LPOs, contracts and ETR receipts comply with company policies.
• Expense Tracking and Financial Analysis: Monitor and track departmental and project expenses against budgets, providing reports and analysis to support profitability, ROI assessments and management decision making.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments to streamline payment processes, improve workflows, resolve billing issues and ensure timely payment of suppliers and contractors.
• Budgeting and Forecast Support: Assist in the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts and monthly management reports ensuring accuracy and timely submission to senior management.
• Petty Cash Management: Maintain petty cash records, process reimbursements, ensure adequate float levels and reconcile petty cash accounts regularly to minimize discrepancies.
• Supplier Account Management: Monitor supplier accounts, reconcile outstanding balances, resolve payment disputes and ensure timely settlement to maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Audit Preparation and Support: Support internal and external audit processes by organizing financial documentation, preparing schedules and ensuring compliance with statutory and organizational standards.
• Financial Reporting: Generate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, including balance sheets, cash flow statements and expense summaries providing actionable insights to management for operational and strategic planning.

Credit Officer at Safaricom Investment Cooperative (2022-10 – 2023-05)

• Client Communication and Documentation: Contacted clients to collect necessary financial documentation, verified their information and ensured records were complete and accurate.
• Repayment Plan Setup: Developed and implemented tailored repayment plans for clients ensuring alignment with their financial capacity and organizational policies.
• Customer Account Reconciliation: Reconciled client accounts by reviewing invoices, processing payments, refunds and credit adjustments to maintain accurate financial records.
• Debt Collection Management: Monitored overdue accounts, followed up with defaulters and coordinated collection efforts to minimize outstanding debts.
• Credit Risk Assessment Support: Assisted in evaluating client creditworthiness, identifying potential risks and contributing to risk mitigation strategies.
• Credit Performance Reporting: Prepared reports on client repayment performance, outstanding debts and portfolio status for management review and strategic decision making.
• Legal Coordination: Liaised with the legal department to support debt recovery processes including preparation of documentation and follow up on legal actions.
• Client Compliance Monitoring: Ensured clients adhered to financial obligations and contractual agreements, escalating non-compliance issues to management.
• Process Improvement Support: Contributed to developing tracking systems for defaulters and improved workflows for debt collection and account management.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Worked closely with finance, operations and customer service teams to resolve client issues and ensure accurate account updates.
• Customer Relationship Management: Fostered positive relationships with clients while addressing financial queries, complaints and disputes to enhance service satisfaction.

Finance Intern at National Cereals and Produce Board (2021-09 – 2021-12)

• Financial Reporting Support: Assisted in preparing financial reports and sales analysis, ensuring accurate data entry and proper documentation for management review.
• Bank and Mpesa Reconciliation: Reconciled bank and Mpesa statements against company records to maintain accurate financial records and identify discrepancies.
• LPO Processing and Voucher Verification: Supported the processing of Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) and verified payment vouchers ensuring compliance with organizational procedures.
• Imprest and Cash Management: Maintained staff imprests, tracked advances and ensured timely reconciliation of petty cash and staff reimbursements.
• Statutory Compliance Support: Assisted in filing and maintaining records to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and supporting audit readiness.
• Monthly Close Assistance: Contributed to the monthly financial close process by preparing schedules, reconciling accounts and ensuring data accuracy.
• Inventory and Stock Reconciliation: Supported stock verification and inventory reconciliation processes, ensuring proper recording of financial movements.
• Data Accuracy and Record Maintenance: Ensured all financial transactions were accurately entered into accounting systems and maintained organized documentation.
• Audit Preparation: Assisted senior accountants in preparing documents and schedules for internal and external audits.
• Expense Tracking: Monitored and recorded expenses, supporting budget tracking and financial analysis.
• Vendor and Staff Queries: Responded to queries from vendors and staff regarding payments, reimbursements and financial documentation.

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting – Kirinyaga University (2021-07)

Certificate in Computer Proficiency – Kenya Institute of Professional Studies (2017-04)

Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education – Kinyui Girls High School (2016-12)