Vashty Awuor
ACCOUNTS INTERN
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About
Motivated and detail-oriented professional pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting, with practical experience gained through attachments at Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and Mvita Boys High School Accounts Office. Experienced in financial record keeping, data entry, billing, reconciliation, documentation, and supporting day-to-day accounting and administrative operations. Possesses strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
A hardworking, adaptable, and results-driven individual eager to apply academic knowledge and practical experience while contributing positively to an organization's success.
Experience
Accounting Attachee at Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) (2025-06 – 2025-08)
- Assisted in billing, revenue processing, and financial data entry using relevant accounting and billing systems.
- Supported account reconciliations by reviewing financial records and identifying discrepancies for correction.
- Assisted with accounts receivable and credit control activities, including reviewing customer accounts and outstanding balances.
- Prepared, organized, and maintained financial documents, invoices, receipts, refund records, and supporting documentation.
- Assisted in processing and reviewing customer refunds and claims, ensuring the necessary documentation was complete and properly filed.
- Supported cargo and marine billing activities and gained practical exposure to revenue collection procedures.
- Assisted with tariff and billing verification to ensure charges were accurately captured and processed.
- Responded to customer and internal inquiries relating to billing, payments, refunds, and account information.
- Assisted with filing, record keeping, and retrieval of financial documents, ensuring accurate and organized records.
- Supported the preparation and review of financial information for reporting and reconciliation purposes.
- Maintained confidentiality and accuracy when handling financial and customer information.
- Worked collaboratively with staff across various finance functions while adhering to professional standards, internal controls, and organizational procedures.
Accounts Attachee at Mvita Boys High School Accounts Office
- Assisted the bursar with day-to-day financial and accounting activities.
- Recorded and updated financial transactions and payment records.
- Assisted in receiving and recording school fees and other payments.
- Prepared and organized receipts, payment vouchers, invoices, and other financial documents.
- Assisted in banking school collections and maintaining banking records.
- Assisted in reconciling cashbooks, bank statements, and financial records.
- Maintained proper filing and storage of financial documents for easy retrieval.
- Assisted in preparing financial reports and summaries as required.
- Helped monitor school expenditure and payment of bills.
- Assisted in responding to financial inquiries from students, parents, suppliers, and staff.
- Performed data entry and updating of accounting records.
- Maintained accuracy, confidentiality, and proper handling of financial information.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Applied Accounting – Meru University of Science and Technology (2022 – 2026)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education – St. Mary's Lwak Girls High School (2018 – 2021)
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education – Asumbi Girls Primary School (2013 – 2017)
