Barbra Rotich

I am passionate about creating financial models and applications.

2021-10 - 2022-01Accounts Assistant- Intern The National Treasury, Nairobi, Kenya

• Prepared and processed over payment Vouchers with proper coding and filing with accuracy rate of 100% daily
• Proper recording of payment vouchers daily in cash sub journal
• Updated Imprest register: Timely update of imprest register with average response time of 12 hours
• Maintained Imprest register: Zero errors in maintenance of imprest register with monthly review of accuracy rate
• Issued standing and temporary Imprests for official purposes: Successful completion of 100% of imprest applications within given deadlines
• Examination of financial documents for accuracy and completeness: High accuracy rate of 100% in examination of payment documents
• Preparation of bank reconciliation and imprest reconciliation statements: Timely preparation with average response time of 48 hours
• Cash office operations: Efficient handling of cash transactions with zero error rate
• Adherence to government regulations and policies regarding Imprests
• Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
• Processed employee and contractor expense reimbursements quickly.
• Implemented orderly, organized filing systems for easy record retrieval.
• Supporting audit and ensuring compliance with finance requirements
• Completed and submitted corporate tax returns within deadlines.
• Ensured payments were allocated to the correct project/budget and tracked expenses.
• Any other role that was assigned in line with work duties: Successful completion of additional roles with 100% satisfaction rate from concerned departments
• Review of imprest surrenders from the field

Kemarie Tax Consults, Thika, Kenya

• Conducted tax reviews and compilations to identify potential exposure areas and provided suggestions.
• Kept up to date on current income tax developments and advised clients to make proper adjustments.
• Researched and provided summary memos on technical tax issues at request of partners and clients.
• Audited client financial records to determine tax liability.
• Booked all weekly transactions into the QuickBooks/ERP accounting system ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Recorded, classified and summarized financial transactions and events in accordance with accounting principles.
• Assisted with implementation of timely, cost-effective state tax planning strategies designed to create value and enhance company's tax position.
• Worked closely with clients to properly fill out tax forms and file tax returns electronically.
• Performed analysis on inventory, accounts receivable and accounts payable balance sheet accounts.
• Prepared VAT, PAYE, NHIF,NSSF, Advance Tax, Presumptive Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Rental Income, Corporate Annual Returns, Individual Annual Income tax and Installment Tax returns for clients.
• Prepared month and quarterly cash flow projections to support business operations.
• Enhanced compliance by revamping procedures and aligning processes with tax procedures act as well as iTax specifications. Improved compliance rate to 100%
• Evaluated operational and financial data and made actionable recommendations for tax cost control improvements
• Delivered exceptional client relations by welcoming visitors warmly and offering immediate efficient and effective assistance
• Conducted tax reviews and compilations to identify potential exposure areas and provided suggestions

2018-09 - 2022-12Bachelor of Science: Financial Engineering

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology - Juja, Kenya

• Grade: Second class honors
• Member of JKUAFE
• Member of Rotaract JKUAT

Kenya School of Revenue Authority - Nairobi, Kenya

• Grade: Distinction
• Dean's List (Distinction in Tax Administration) November 2022
• Member of Student Leadership Body
• Elected Class President for the Tax Administration class 2019-2021

• Grade: A-
• Member of the Junior Achievers Club
• Member of the Rotaract club
• Member of the St. John Ambulance Kenya
• Member of the Debate Club
• Member of the Science Congress
• Class and House official
• Elected to Product Manager for Junior Achievers Club

Moi University Primary School - Eldoret, Kenya

• Grade: 413/500