Faith Kalunde Kataa

. FAITH KALUNDE Nairobi Kenya. Email:-Tel: - CAREER PROFILE SUMMARY Dynamic and results-driven Virtual Assistant with over 5 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and high-level administrative support. Known for seamlessly managing both financial and operational tasks, I excel in financial analysis, precise reporting, and meticulous record-keeping to help businesses stay organized and compliant. Experienced in coordinating schedules, managing complex travel logistics, streamlining email communications, and handling client-facing interactions with professionalism and efficiency. Currently pursuing CPA certification to expand my financial expertise, I am committed to delivering proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented support that empowers clients to achieve their strategic goals. KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES ● Financial Management & Reporting: Skilled in managing cash flow, financial data entry, and generating detailed financial reports, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets. ● Full-Cycle Bookkeeping: Proficient in handling accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, payroll processing, and month-end closing procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance. ● Budgeting & Forecasting: Experienced in creating and analyzing budgets, forecasting financial trends, and advising on cost-saving strategies. ● Email & Calendar Management: Adept at organizing email communications, prioritizing tasks, and managing busy calendars to support client productivity and time management. ● Travel & Schedule Coordination: Skilled in planning and coordinating complex travel arrangements, preparing itineraries, and managing last-minute changes efficiently. ● Client Communication & Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal skills to support client-facing interactions, foster relationships, and maintain clear, responsive communication. ● Administrative Organization: Efficient in document organization, data entry, and managing confidential information with discretion and accuracy. ● Technology Proficiency: Advanced user of QuickBooks, Xero, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and task management tools like Asana and Trello. . . WORK EXPERIENCES ACCOUNTANT / CLERKMASTER CONSULTING - NAIROBI, KENYA 01-2023-Current ● Recording financial transactions, maintaining accurate accounting records, and reconciling bank statements. ● Handling accounts payable tasks, processing invoices, ensuring timely payments to vendors, and verifying and reconciling supplier statements. ● Generating and sending invoices to customers, monitoring overdue payments, and recording and reconciling customer payments. ● Preparing financial statements, compiling and analyzing financial data, and generating various reports to support financial reporting. ● Supporting the process of budgeting by gathering data, assisting in financial forecast preparation, and monitoring budget variances with explanations. ● Conducting basic financial analysis, analyzing cost trends and variances, and assisting in preparing financial reports for management. ● Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, staying updated on policy changes, and assisting in the implementation of new accounting standards. ● Handling accounts payable tasks, processing invoices, ensuring timely payments to vendors, and verifying and reconciling supplier statements. ● Generating and sending invoices to customers, monitoring overdue payments, and recording and reconciling customer payments. ● Preparing financial statements, compiling and analyzing financial data, and generating various reports to support financial reporting. ● Supporting the process of budgeting by gathering data, assisting in financial forecast preparation, and monitoring budget variances with explanations. ● Conducting basic financial analysis, analyzing cost trends and variances, and assisting in preparing financial reports for management. ● Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, staying updated on policy changes, and assisting in the implementation of new accounting standards. ● Participating in audits and providing necessary documentation and explanations to auditors, communicating financial information effectively to stakeholders within the organization. ● Collaborating with other departments to streamline financial processes and improve overall efficiency. Key Achievements ● Successfully implemented cost-saving measures and process improvements that significantly increased financial efficiency. ● Established robust internal controls that enhanced the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting. ● Successfully set up an ERP system for the employer, improving operational efficiency and data integrity. ● Acted as a team lead for Flash financial reporting techniques, ensuring accurate and timely financial results. ● Consistently adhered to deadlines, receiving praise for timely completion of financial tasks. ● Appreciated by supervisors for proficiency in using the company’s finance information system, contributing to efficient financial management. ACCOUNTANT / IZWE LOANS KENYA LTD - NAIROBI, KENYA . 05/2018 - 12/2022 ● Collected invoices from suppliers, recorded the invoices, matched them with delivery notes, and monitored payment dates to ensure they were paid on time. ● Verified, classified, and posted daily transactions into their respective ledger accounts, and reconciled debtors, creditors, and bank accounts within the stipulated timelines. . ● Filled accounting documents in line with the accounting recording and system codes, handled statutory remittances, and managed petty cash, tagged and managed assets, and processed payments on various bank platforms. ● Managed financial records and prepared reports for Izwe Loans Kenya Ltd and conducted financial analysis and provided insights to support decision-making. ● Prepared and filed financial statements in compliance with regulatory requirements, assisted in budgeting and forecasting processes, handled payroll processing, and ensured timely disbursement of salaries. ● Conducted audits and ensured adherence to internal controls and procedures, liaised with external auditors and regulatory authorities as required, and contributed to the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures. ● Provided guidance and support to junior accounting staff and utilized accounting software to manage transactions and financial data effectively. ● Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. ● Conducted regular reconciliations of bank accounts, debtors, and creditors to maintain accuracy in financial records and prepared tax returns, and ensured compliance with tax regulations and filing deadlines. ● Monitored cash flow and prepared cash flow forecasts to optimize the company's liquidity position and managed fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules. ● Participated in financial planning and analysis, including variance analysis and cost control initiatives, and provided financial information and analysis to support strategic decision-making by management. ● Assisted in the implementation and maintenance of internal controls to safeguard company assets, and collaborated with other departments to streamline financial processes and improve overall efficiency. ● Conducted financial research and analysis on various projects or initiatives as required by management. EDUCATION AND TRAINING ● CPA Advanced Level / Vision Institute of Professionals / Present ● VIRTUAL ASSISTANT/ALXAfrica/2024 ● Bachelor's Degree / Kenyatta University / 2017 REFERENCES . ● ● ● Mr. Solomon Kasina, Finance Controller - DPA Kenya Ltd, - Mr. Tom M. Kilonzo, Group Tax Manager, DPO Group, - Mrs. Maryann Mbagara, Research Executive, ClerkMaster Consulting, -