Alice Njihia
Budapest
Summary
Emerging accounting professional dedicated to keeping records accurate and controls tight to meet business needs. Systematic and well-organized with strong attention to detail, mathematical acumen and GAAP knowledge. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Junior Accountant
Givaudan Business Solutions
12.2023 - Current
- Taking an active part for accurate and timely completion of month/year end closing activities and support monthly balance sheet and expense account reconciliations related to Fixed assets & CAPEX
- Managing accounting process for whole life cycle of assets from CAPEX approval until end of useful-life of assets, including providing guidance for stakeholders
- Posting and settling Fixed asset related journal entries, perform capitalization, disposal, and master data change
- Preparing CAPEX monitoring reports and follow up with Local teams
- Taking part in Fixed Asset physical inventory process
- Carrying out Inter company billing, accounting and reporting activities.
- Performing inter-company non-trade recharges, post trade invoices received from 'non-SAP' affiliates
- Reconciling inter company invoices, AP&AR, P&L balances
- Investigating and resolving payment queries between affiliates
- Issue resolution related to inter-company invoices and be able to perform manually report
Procurement Specialist
Amiran Kenya Ltd
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Maintained current understanding of pricing structures, market conditions and trends in industry.
- Evaluated internal needs and developed plans for maintaining optimal supply levels.
- Set up and negotiated contracts to obtain favorable pricing and delivery structures.
- Promoted superior customer experiences by leveraging understanding of color, trends, styles, benefits and product value perception.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
Customer Service Specialist
Amiran Kenya Ltd
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers
- Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions
- Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales
- Coordinated with all warehouses, sales people, transporters, finance and other operational departments and distribution teams towards customer satisfaction
- Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction
- Followed up and advised on account status and issues pertaining payment terms from finance department and communicated same to the client.
Inventory Control Lead
Amiran Kenya Ltd
04.2016 - 07.2020
- Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate
- Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers
- Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise, and tracked paperwork
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances
- Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records
- Completed physical inventory counts each month
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Escuela De Negocios Europea De Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain01.2024
Bachelor of Business Management - Supplies And Procurement Management
Mount Kenya University
Nairobi ,Kenya08.2019
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Invoice Preparation
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Effective Communication
- Proficiency in SAP
- Supplier Relationship Management
Languages
English (Advanced)
Swahili (Native)
Training
Effective communication and human relation skills (Dale Carnegie)
References
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Financial Junior Accountant
Givaudan Business Solutions
12.2023 - Current
Procurement Specialist
Amiran Kenya Ltd
03.2021 - 10.2023
Customer Service Specialist
Amiran Kenya Ltd
09.2020 - 02.2021
Inventory Control Lead
Amiran Kenya Ltd
04.2016 - 07.2020
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Escuela De Negocios Europea De Barcelona
Bachelor of Business Management - Supplies And Procurement Management
Mount Kenya University
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