Bookkeeper, Admin officer, Payroll coordinator,HR assistantBookkeeper, Admin officer, Payroll coordinator,HR assistant
Whitney
ID Verified$1,200
per month
($7/hour)
Profile Description
Payroll & Finance Specialist with 4 years of experience in payroll operations, statutory compliance, and financial reporting across hospitality and financial services sectors. Proven ability to manage end-to-end payroll for 450+ employees while ensuring full compliance with tax regulations. Skilled in reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and multi-system environments including SAP, Workday, Sage, and Microsoft D365. Recognized for delivering high accuracy under pressure, suppor...
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Work Experience
Payroll Coordinator
JW Marriott Nairobi
Nov 2024 - Nov 2025
Key Achievements:
I transitioned the organization from an Excel-based salary process to a fully automated payroll system, reducing processing time, improving accuracy, and streamlining payroll operations. Manage end-to-end payroll processing for 450+ employees, ensuring full statutory compliance Verify employee payroll data including bank details, tax information, and statutory deductions Prepare payroll reports and journals to support financial accuracy and audit readiness Process weekly wages for casual employees. File statutory returns and ensure timely payments to regulatory authorities. Review and reconcile payroll data, including hours worked and pay adjustments Advise management on payroll matters, tax issues, and employee benefit
Acting General Cashier
JW Marriott Nairobi
Apr 2025 - Jun 2025
Key Achievements:
Maintained a high level of accuracy in daily cash reconciliations with minimal discrepancies Successfully managed high transaction volumes during peak hotel occupancy periods Improved payment processing efficiency and reduced billing errors through attention to detail Earned positive guest feedback for professionalism, communication, and customer service Supported smooth month-end financial closing processes through accurate recordkeeping Recognized for reliability, accountability, and strong financial handling practices Contributed to improved reporting accuracy by identifying and resolving transaction inconsistencies early Adapted quickly to multiple accounting, reporting, and hospitality management systems
Payroll Officer
Old Mutual Holdings
Jun 2023 - Nov 2024
Key Achievements:
Successfully reconciled 230+ staff loan accounts, resolving discrepancies and supporting the team in passing the audit.
Treasury Assistant
Diversey Eastern and Central Africa
Dec 2022 - Jun 2023
Key Achievements:
Performed bank reconciliations across multiple African markets, including multi-currency accounts • Processed supplier payments and ensured timely settlement of obligations • Posted invoices and payments in SAP and maintained general ledger accuracy • Managed staff expense claims including mileage, credit cards, and reimbursements • Supported financial reporting and audit preparation processes • Maintained cash flow by ensuring adequate funding of payout accounts • Liaised with banks on transactions and foreign exchange matters
Cashier
St John Ambulance Kenya
Aug 2022 - Dec 2022
Key Achievements:
Conducted bank and M-Pesa reconciliations and maintained accurate financial records Managed customer accounts, credit control, and payment allocations Prepared financial documents including receipts, purchase requisitions, and payment vouchers Processed supplier payments, utilities, and grant disbursements Performed debtor analysis and followed up on outstanding balances
Finance Intern
Kenya Electricity Generating Company
May 2022 - Jul 2022
Key Achievements:
Providing general accounting support Posting of medical and supplier invoices and reconciling supplier statements Filing, data entry, recording and maintaining accurate and complete financial records. Reviewing invoices and check whether they match with the LPO Supporting in payments initiation and writing cheques Verifying staff claims against provided receipts before reimbursement
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Education
Bachelor's Degree
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
2018 - 2022