Peter Gichuru

PETER NJENGA GICHURU PN Cash Application Specialist/Accountant EXPERIENCE SUMMARY Cash Application Specialist Enthusiastic finance professional with extensive experience in cash application and accounting. Proven track record of enhancing financial processes through automation and strategic analysis, contributing to improved accuracy and efficiency. Skilled in managing intercompany transactions and reconciling complex accounts across multiple platforms. Committed to leveraging analytical expertise to drive financial integrity and support organizational success. Eager to contribute to a mission dedicated to advancing financial excellence and fostering innovative solutions.. Pulsar International 02/2024 FL, USA (Remote) • Improved financial forecasting accuracy by 30% by automating analysis and reconciliation using NetSuite. • Processed 34,000 AR and AP reconciliations ensuring accurate and timely reconciliations. • Migrated more 30,000 records from Xero to NetSuite efficiently and accurately. • Managed intercompany transactions across 5 subsidiaries using NetSuite and Flexxbill. • Enhanced reporting efficiency by 20% by collaborating with country accountants for streamlined processes. VA Book Keeper and Tax Consultant LANGUAGES Four7 va 01/2023 P h il l i p in e s ( R e mo te ) • Prepared and submitted tax returns for 10 US based clients • Prepared donor financial reports and provided comprehensive budget analysis for 5 international clients (U.S Based) • Review financial documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with tax laws Book Keeper and Tax Consultant Harrington Legal Agents 01/2016 - 01/2023 • • • • • Perth, Australia (Remote ) Preparing financial statements for senior management Managing accounts receivable and payable Recording financial transactions in accounting software Processing employee payroll and HMRC reports Preparing and processing customer invoices Audit Assistant 01/2018 - 06/2018 Proficient Swahili Proficient SKILLS Accounting Softwares Budgeting Nairobi, Kenya Conducted financial statement audits across industries Corrected payroll discrepancies bi-weekly Tested internal controls Prepared bank deposits and reconciliations Advanced Excel Content Writing Financial Analysis Legal Writing Proposal Writing Excel Financial Forecasting Financial Reporting Mazars Kenya • • • • English Financial Statement Analysis Netsuite Process Automation Quicfiboofis SPSS Xero Assistant Accountant Josemal and Pstar Supplies 01/2014 - 12/2015 • • • • • Nairobi, Kenya Prepared, analyzed, and verified financial statements Forecasted financial circumstances for leadership advice Assisted in developing financial strategies Developed financial budgets to reduce costs Balanced organizational efficiencies ◇ EDUCATION Bachelor of Commerce Multimedia University of Kenya 01/2010 - 01/2013 Msc. Data Analtics Nexford University 08/2024 STRENGTHS ◇ Kenya ◇ Usa ◇ Financial Analysis Expert in financial analysis and forecasting. Software Proficiency Proficient in software including Netsuite and Xero. Budget Management Strong skills in budget reconciliation and forecasting. Multinational Expertise Experienced in multinational finance operations.