Phyllis Mureithi

I am an experienced finance professional with 8+ years of expertise in Enterprise Operations, order management, financial analysis, and leadership.

Seeking a challenging role as a Finance role to apply my strong financial acumen, leadership skills, and strategic thinking to drive financial success and growth for an organization.

Professional Summary:

• Proven track record in optimizing revenue assurance, billing processes, and financial analysis.
• In-depth understanding of the telecom and finance industry, with a focus on efficiently meeting customer requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in SQL, Python, Excel, Power BI, and Tableau.
• Certified Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) and Certified Business Intelligence and Data Analyst (BIDA).
• Currently pursuing CPA Intermediate Level

Fixed Data Analyst- Safaricom PLC, Nairobi, Kenya | Nov 2015-Aug 2023

• Conducted in-depth financial analysis, providing insights to support strategic decision-making and profitability improvement.
• Developed and managed financial budgets, forecasts, and cost-control measures.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and maintained accurate financial records.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes and improve efficiency.
• Implemented automation and digitization efforts, reducing operational costs and increasing accuracy.
• Prepared financial reports and presented findings to senior management, contributing to informed financial strategy.
• Trained and mentored regional team members, fostering skill development and team growth.

Marathon Accounts Clerk - Standard Chartered bank, Nairobi, Kenya| Sep 2014-Dec 2014

• Organized & Coordinated marathon events.
• Set and implemented strategies to raise funds from the marathon.
• Prepared and reconciled financial reports from registration process.
• Raised Kshs.23 million in 2014, an increase from Kshs.21 million in 2012.

Sales Representative -Real Consult Agencies, Mukurwe-ini, Kenya| Dec 2009 - Aug 2010

• Increased sales by 80%.
• Achieved the highest ranking in the region for Mukurwe-ini Branch.
• Significantly increased M-Pesa transactions from an average of 50 to over 120 per day.

Education:

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance Option) Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya | July 2014

• Second class honors, upper division

Certifications:

• Certified Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA), Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), Canada, August 2022
• Certified Business Intelligence and Data Analyst (BIDA), Corporate Finance Institute (CFI), Canada, May 2023
• CPA Intermediate Level (ongoing), KASNEB