Joyce Kamau

JOYCE KAMAU 📍 Kenya | 📧-| 📞 - | 💼 LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/joyce-kamau- PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and 3+ years of hands-on experience in financial management, bookkeeping, and accounts reconciliation. Skilled in QuickBooks, Excel, and financial reporting with a proven ability to maintain accurate records, manage payables/receivables, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Adept at working independently in remote settings, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering timely, error-free financial data to support strategic decision-making. CORE COMPETENCIES • Bookkeeping & Financial Records Management • Accounts Payable & Receivable • Bank & Account Reconciliation • Cash Flow Management • Vendor & Client Relations • Accounting Software: QuickBooks, Excel, Xero (basic) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Finance – Accounts Receivables | Copia Global Kenya | Nov 2021 – Dec 2023 • Maintained accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting principles. • Reconciled revenue accounts monthly and ensured alignment with bank statements. • Managed full-cycle accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, payment posting, and credit management. • Generated and analyzed financial reports to identify trends and improve cash flow. • Collaborated with auditors, preparing required documentation and responding to inquiries promptly. • Supported budgeting and forecasting activities to align with organizational goals. Finance Intern – Accounts Payable & Receivable | Orbit Products Africa Ltd | Jan 2021 – May 2021 • Posted vendor invoices and reconciled accounts, ensuring accuracy in financial records. • Verified deliveries against purchase orders and managed supplier payments. • Followed up on outstanding receivables, issued customer statements, and conducted aging analysis. • Prepared daily cash flow forecasts and reconciled cash books with bank statements. • Managed petty cash and identified opportunities to optimize banking costs. EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts in Economics – University of Kabianga | 2017 – 2021 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education – Nyabururu Girls National School | 2012 – 2015 KEY ACHIEVEMENTS • Streamlined accounts receivable process at Copia Global, reducing overdue payments and improving cash flow. • Successfully supported external audits by ensuring 100% readiness of financial documentation. • Developed vendor and client communication processes that improved payment timelines. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • Languages: English (Fluent), Swahili (Fluent) • Work Environment: Experienced in remote, hybrid, cloud based accounting • Availability: Immediate