March Wachira

With over 15 years in finance, I have driven performance in leasing, microfinance, and consulting sectors, securing over $7M in funding, optimizing portfolios over $10M to <10% PAR, and achieving 22% revenue growth. Proficient in team building, ERP systems implementation, and executing data-driven strategies in regulated environments in collaboration with C-suite leaders.

Financial Analyst & Strategic Consultant at Independent Practice (2022-01 – Present)

• Partnered with various SMEs in prepping for financial readiness and investor data packs, thus securing $2M+ in funding.
• Built financial models and forecasting systems that improved resource allocation and enhanced ROI by 15-20%
• Lead financial reporting and audit preparation for diverse clients, eliminating compliance gaps and accelerating decision-making
• Implemented cash flow tracking systems that highlighted liquidity risks and optimized working capital utilization
• Delivered ERP-grade functionality to budget constrained business by developing and implementing Excel-based management and reporting tools automating invoicing, payroll, receivables, management reports and other operational activities.

Remedial & Collections Specialist at Alliance Leasing Limited (2023-03 – 2025-08)

• Managed $10M+ portfolio maintained at <10% PAR and achieving 93% year-on-year collection efficiency
• Designed recovery strategies that resulted in 60%+ of the over 90-days default accounts progressively moving to current status and in effect, improving cash flow by $500K+ annually
• Built debt-restructure trackers and document management systems, ensuring 100% audit-ready and regulatory compliance
• Cultivated client relationships that increased repeat clients by 18% and increased the value of preforming portfolio by $1.5M.
• Analysed market trends and delinquency patterns, aimed at accurately informing credit policy changes and enhance quality of approved facilities.

Interim Senior Finance Manager at MyCredit Limited (2021-05 – 2021-11)

• Developed/ updated financial reports, budgeting/ forecasting tools and performance analysis reviews customised to various users at management to B.O.D. level.
• Negotiated $5M+ in funding while maintaining strict covenant compliance and transparent investor reporting and relations.
• Managed daily liquidity activities, optimizing idle cash and ensuring 100% operational funding for growth initiatives
• Delivered board reports on KPIs that informed strategic pivots and strengthened investor confidence
• Oversaw regulatory and policy compliance as well as audit preparedness, aimed at zero material findings and managed exposures.

Finance Manager at Loxea Limited (2018-04 – 2021-03)

• Coordinated $10M+ annual budget presentation, approval and implementation, achieving 95% budget compliance and thus achieving the set strategic objectives.
• Analysed leasing and asset finance pricing, by balancing competitiveness and profitability which resulted in driving a 22% revenue growth
• Managed cash flow and liquidity across regional offices, ensuring seamless operational continuity.
• Led compliance for internal and external audits, achieving zero material findings across 3 consecutive cycles
• Presented performance analysis to senior and regional leadership as well as industry insights aimed at informing strategic reviews and developments.

Senior Financial Accountant at Loxea Limited (2016-06 – 2018-03)

Financial Accountant at Loxea Limited (2014-02 – 2016-05)

Accounts Payable at Psilon Limited (2010-04 – 2014-01)

Assistant Accountant at KPMG – National Civic Education Program II (2008-07 – 2010-03)

MBA in Strategic Management – United States International University – Africa (2027-08)

Bachelor of Commerce in Finance Major – Strathmore University, Nairobi