Cecilia Karim

Results-oriented Accounting and Finance professional with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance and progressive experience across foreign exchange operations, financial administration, accounting support, office management and community development. Experienced in processing financial transactions, verifying customer documentation, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reconciliation and payment processes, coordinating administrative activities, and providing customer service. Demonstrates strong attention to detail, confidentiality, organisational ability and commitment to compliance and operational efficiency.

Seeking opportunities in Finance, Banking/Financial Services, FX Operations, Finance Administration and Operations.

International Money Transfer Processor at Ram Kamara FX Bureau (2024-01 – Present)

• Processed outbound foreign exchange transactions accurately in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Verified customer documentation and transaction details before processing payments.
• Maintained accurate financial records, transaction logs and supporting documentation for audit and reconciliation purposes.
• Responded to customer enquiries and resolved transaction-related issues while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Supported daily foreign exchange operations to ensure smooth and efficient service delivery.
• Worked collaboratively with colleagues to support compliance with financial and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards.
• Maintained confidentiality and security of customer financial information.

Field Officer at Rainbo Initiative (2022-01 – 2024-01)

• Conducted community outreach programmes and field assessments to support project implementation.
• Collected, verified and documented field data for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
• Engaged stakeholders and community members to promote awareness of programme objectives.
• Prepared field reports and submitted timely updates to project supervisors.
• Assisted in coordinating awareness campaigns, training sessions and community engagements.
• Maintained proper documentation and accountability of project activities within assigned communities.
• Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.

Administrative & Finance Officer at Christ Embassy Administrative Office (2016-01 – 2024-01)

• Managed daily administrative and financial activities to support efficient office operations.
• Maintained financial records, cashbooks, payment vouchers and supporting documentation.
• Assisted with budget preparation, expenditure tracking and financial reporting.
• Processed payments and maintained accurate financial records in line with organisational policies.
• Coordinated office correspondence, filing systems and document management.
• Supported procurement activities and inventory management.
• Scheduled meetings and coordinated office logistics and administrative activities.
• Provided administrative support to leadership while maintaining high organisational standards.

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting & Finance – Njala University, Bo Campus (2022-01)

West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) – Hope Royal College (2015-01)

Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) – St. Paul's Anglican Junior Secondary School (2011-01)

National Primary School Examination (NPSE) – Holy Rosary Primary School (2006-01)