Rachael Wanjiku Musyoka

RACHAEL WANJIKU MUSYOKA Mobile: - | Email:-| Nairobi, Kenya | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rachaelvirtualaccounting PROFILE: Detail-oriented and results-driven Virtual Accountant & Bookkeeper with 4+ years of progressive hands-on experience delivering accurate, timely, client-focused accounting and bookkeeping services to small and midsized businesses. Adept in managing financial records, reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, and streamlining processes for clients across diverse sectors including transport, food & beverage, healthcare, and group homes. Known for strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to solving financial problems Proven ability to work independently in remote environments while supporting business goals with clean audit-ready books. SKILLS: Full Cycle Bookkeeping, Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Financial Reporting & Analysis, Accounting Software (QuickBooks Online, Zoho Books, SAP, Excel, Google Sheets), Payroll Processing & Compliance, Cleanup & Catch-up Projects, Remote Collaboration Tools (Zoom, Slack, Monday.com, TaxDome) EDUCATION: Post-Graduate Diploma in Tax Administration Kenya School of Revenue Administration (KESRA) | Jan 2023 – Present Bachelor of Economics- 2nd Class Honors, Upper Division University of Nairobi | Jan 2015 – Dec 2019 Certified Public Accountant (CPA) KASNEB - Completed sections 1 to 6 | 2016 - 2018 WORK EXPERIENCE: Accountant - Thrive Consulting | Dallas, Texas (Remote) Feb 2022 - Present Duties and Responsibilities • Provide full service virtual accounting support to 15+ clients across industries including transportation, group homes, medical practices, and restaurants. • Manage end-to-end bookkeeping, reconciliations, and monthly financial reports using QuickBooks Online ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Conduct cleanup and catch-up projects for clients who are months behind on their books, restoring financial order and accuracy. • Support clients with cashflow forecasting, budgeting and financial planning. • Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to management, ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal controls. • Assist in payroll processing and maintain up-to-date records for tax reporting. • Support audit processes by maintaining organized and accurate documentation. Accomplishments: • Reduced month-end close cycle by 5 days through automation and standardized processes. • Reduced client AR aging by consistently following up and improving collection processes. • Led payroll automation for multiple clients, saving an average of 7+ hours/month in manual processing. Accounting Intern - Thika Motor Dealers (K) Ltd | Nairobi, Kenya (On-Site) Nov 2020 – Nov 2021 Duties and Responsibilities • Managed daily invoicing, receipting, and payment processing. • Conducted customer follow-ups on overdue accounts, improving collections and reducing bad debts. • Assisted with end-to-end bookkeeping, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and data entry. • Supported budget preparation and variance analysis and provided forecasting support to the finance manager. • Aided in the reconciliation of accounts receivable and accounts payable. • Maintained organized and detailed financial records, including invoices, receipts, and other relevant documents. • Created customer aging reports for use by senior management during cash flow meetings. • Reviewed supporting documents for accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and policy compliance. • Assisted in reviewing credit limits and reducing exposure on high-risk accounts. Accomplishments: • Boosted monthly revenue by 10% through consistent credit collections. • Sustained 98% invoice accuracy across 12-month rolling period. • Reduced reconciliation discrepancies by 38% through process improvements and regular reviews. • Reconciled over 100+ aged customer transactions, resolving long-standing balance mismatches and restoring ledger integrity. Volunteer Finance Assistant - Crimson Magnate (On-Site) Feb 2016 – Apr 2016 Duties and Responsibilities: • Managed small-scale invoicing and receivables follow-ups for services provided. • Maintained accurate financial records in Excel. • Introduced feedback loops between finance and client service teams, reducing late invoice disputes. Accomplishments: • Improved client satisfaction from 72% to 80% by implementing client feedback solutions. • Developed a financial reporting template to track incomes and expenses which assisted management in making informed decisions. REFEREES: Available upon Request