Gerald Gatama Muhia

$25000 / year
October 12, 1987

About Candidate

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Education

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Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics and Operations Research 2013
RMIT University, Melbourne Australia

Coursework included statistical inference, regression analysis, experimental design, operations research, and applied probability. Strengthened my ability to apply quantitative methods to solve business and financial problems, with a focus on data-driven decision-making and process optimization.

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Master of Finance 2012
RMIT University, Melbourne Australia

Coursework covered corporate finance, financial accounting, investment analysis, derivatives, and international financial management. Developed advanced expertise in financial modelling, capital markets, and risk management, with practical application in decision-making and business strategy.

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Bsc. Actuarial Science 2010
University of Nairobi

Coursework included actuarial mathematics, probability & statistics, financial mathematics, and accounting fundamentals. Built a foundation in financial modelling, risk management, and quantitative analysis.

Work & Experience

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Senior Reinsurance Analyst 1/06/2021 - 31/07/2024
Resolution Life Australasia Ltd

Led end-to-end reinsurance accounting processes, ensuring accurate calculation of premiums, claims recoveries, and accruals. Developed and automated data pipelines using Excel VBA, Power Query, and SQL, reducing manual effort and strengthening compliance. Produced detailed reinsurance and financial reports aligned with treaty terms, providing insights for finance and risk teams. Collaborated with reinsurers and internal stakeholders to resolve complex financial and business issues.

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Reinsurance Analyst 1/05/2020 - 31/05/2021
Zurich Financial Services Australia / One Path Life Ltd

Extracted and reconciled financial data from legacy systems to support post-merger reporting and consolidated valuations. Calculated reinsurance premiums, settlements, and claims recoveries, enhancing the accuracy of bordereaux reporting. Improved operational efficiency by automating processes and controls across reinsurance accounting and data reporting. Partnered with finance and actuarial teams to support integration following a major acquisition.

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Reinsurance Actuarial Analyst 1/08/2017 - 31/10/2019
Zurich Financial Services Australia

Conducted treaty profitability and claims analysis, supporting financial reporting and actuarial valuations. Automated reporting templates in Excel, streamlining accounting and reinsurance administration tasks. Assisted in drafting treaty addenda, regulatory papers, and financial condition reports for management. Worked closely with reinsurers and finance teams to ensure treaty compliance and accurate reconciliations

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Actuarial Analyst 1/02/2016 - 31/05/2017
Australian Unity Ltd

Supported quarterly financial and regulatory reporting (APRA returns), ensuring compliance under strict deadlines. Built and optimized accounting templates for capital risk and financial reporting using Lean Six Sigma methods. Automated actuarial and accounting processes through VBA and Pivot Table solutions. Conducted financial modelling of risk and capital data to support management decisions.

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Data Analyst Mondelez International Ltd – Australia & New Zealand - 1/05/2014
31/10/2014

Managed financial and product master data within SAP systems, ensuring integrity and compliance. Supported accounting-related projects (Down Weight and GS1 Net) through data insights and process improvements. Developed reports and dashboards that enhanced decision-making on product costing and supply chain data.

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Claims Analyst 1/04/2011 - 30/06/2011
AON Minet Kenya Insurance Company Ltd

Processed and analyzed claims data, reconciling financial payments and recoveries. Prepared reports on insurance liabilities, settlement progress, and claims performance. Identified fraudulent activity through data analysis, reducing unnecessary financial losses. Contributed to faster client reimbursement cycles by improving accounting workflows.

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Pensions Data Analyst 1/06/2010 - 31/03/2011
Telposta Pension Scheme Kenya Ltd

Assisted in pension accounting and actuarial valuations by calculating funding assumptions and contribution rates. Automated benefit calculations and member data reconciliations, improving accuracy and efficiency. Supported regulatory compliance reporting and developed a centralized data archiving system. Strengthened internal controls around pension data and payments.

Awards

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Lean Six Sigma Certification Award 2017
Awarded on having optimized one of the premium calculation processes for one of the legacy products being administered and reducing the processing time by 70%.

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