Grace Mwai

GRACE WANJERI MWAI PROFILE SUMMARY Strategic, detail-oriented professional with a strong finance background, experienced in supporting senior leadership through executive-ready reporting, analysis and proactive coordination. Known for managing complex information, handling sensitive data with discretion and anticipating priorities to support effective decision-making. Brings strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills with a mindset focused on ownership, efficiency and continuous improvement. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Finance Manager | Tandapay, June - November 2025 ●​ Partnered with senior leadership to manage cash flow, liquidity, and financial priorities, ensuring operational stability and informed decision-making ●​ Prepared and presented executive-level financial reports covering budgets, accounts payable/receivable, and operational spend. ●​ Coordinated monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting cycles, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with internal and regulatory requirements ●​ Analyzed financial data and translated complex information into clear insights and recommendations for management. ●​ Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive financial and organizational information. Assistant Finance Manager | Tandapay, October 2021- May 2025 ●​ Supported senior management by tracking financial priorities, following up on outstanding items, and ensuring smooth cash flow operations. ●​ Managed float and liquidity reconciliations, proactively identifying discrepancies and resolving issues before escalation. ●​ Coordinated documentation, reconciliations and follow-ups on commissions and receipts, ensuring accuracy and timely closure. Core Skills & Competencies ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ ●​ Executive-level reporting & documentation Stakeholder communication & follow-ups Calendar, deadline & priority management Financial analysis & decision support Confidential information handling Research, reconciliation & error resolution Cross-functional coordination Technical & Professional Skills ●​ Google Workspace & Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access) ●​ Financial reporting & reconciliations ●​ Accounts Payable & Receivable ●​ Cash flow & liquidity management ●​ General ledger & journal entries. ●​ Excellence in research and correcting errors in accounts. ●​ Worked cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure financial processes aligned with business needs and timelines. ​ Intern| Miss Clean Services, February – April 2019 ●​ Coordinated daily cleaning schedules, materials allocation and service logistics to support smooth operations. ●​ Communicated with clients regarding service bookings, follow-ups and outstanding payments. ●​ Prepared basic budgets for operational expenses including materials and transport. ●​ Maintained accurate records and documentation to support continuity and accountability. Intern | HLB CEZAM (Audit Firm), January April 2018 ●​ Updated and maintained accounting journals, ledgers and financial records with high attention to detail. ●​ Performed bank reconciliations, bookkeeping and expense posting using QuickBooks. ●​ Assisted with vouching, fixed asset audits, opening balances and documentation management. ●​ Supported audit teams by organizing, scanning and reviewing financial documents. ACADEMIC BACKGROUND 2018: Bachelor of Commerce (Finance Option) Dedan Kimathi University of Technology 2011 – 2014: Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) Karima Girls High School Other Trainings ❖​ Lapid Leaders Africa (Leadership and Entrepreneurship) 2019