Margaret Wanjiru Githinji
About Candidate
Accounting and finance professional with a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience in financial reporting, accounting operations and compliance support within agribusiness and manufacturing environments. Experienced in preparing financial statements, processing invoices and payroll, reconciling accounts, supporting tax compliance (PAYE, VAT, and Withholding Tax), and maintaining accurate financial records in line with established accounting standards and internal controls. Proficient in QuickBooks, Sage, Tally and Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting, with a detail-oriented and analytical approach that enhances data accuracy, strengthens reporting structures, and supports strategic financial decision-making. Skilled in resolving financial discrepancies, improving processes, supporting audits and collaborating effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure efficient financial operations and
sustainable organizational performance.
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Education
-Gained knowledge in agribusiness finance, covering budgeting and profitability analysis for agricultural firms. -Studied agribusiness principles including farm input marketing, value chain management and rural enterprise development
Professional training in financial accounting, auditing, taxation, and financial management with strong competence in preparing financial statements, ensuring regulatory compliance, analyzing financial data and supporting sound business decision-making.
Work & Experience
.Spearheaded regional product promotion initiatives, driving an estimated 20% increase in product inquiries and farmer engagement within the assigned territory. • Facilitated structured agronomic training sessions for over 100 farmers, improving product adoption rates and strengthening customer retention. • Optimized distribution efficiency by conducting routine stock audits across 15+ retailers and distributors, reducing stock-out incidents and improving order turnaround time. • Accelerated digital transformation efforts by onboarding more than 50 farmers and retail partners onto company online platforms, enhancing digital engagement and transaction visibility. • Executed strategic product demonstrations and field activations, increasing brand awareness and contributing to measurable sales growth during the campaign period. • Strengthened stakeholder relationships by coordinating closely with retailers, distributors, and the internal digital team, ensuring seamless communication and improved market penetration.
• Processed and verified 100+ supplier invoices and payment vouchers monthly, enhancing accuracy in accounts payable and minimizing posting errors. • Reconciled inventory records against physical stock counts, identifying discrepancies and supporting corrective adjustments that improved inventory accuracy by approximately 15%. • Assisted in payroll preparation for 50+ employees, ensuring timely processing and accurate computation of statutory deductions including PAYE and other obligations. • Recorded and posted daily financial transactions into accounting systems and Excel-based ledgers, strengthening data integrity and supporting reliable financial reporting. • Supported statutory compliance by preparing documentation for tax filings and maintaining organized financial records for audit readiness. • Streamlined daily finance operations by collaborating with the accounts team on administrative and reporting tasks, contributing to improved workflow efficiency within the department.
