kate.andesia
About Candidate
Results-driven BCom (Entrepreneurship & Innovation) graduate from Strathmore University (Second Class Upper) with a strong foundation in finance and data analytics. Certified in Data Analytics & Visualization (CDAV), proficient in Power BI, Python (Pandas), advanced Excel, and Oracle databases, with hands-on experience in financial reporting and business intelligence.
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Education
I did my Bachelor Degree at Strathmore and Majored Entrepreneurship and Innovation. I learnt a lot in Finance, Strategy and Partnership which is needed in the business world. In my major I learnt on business model creation, business sustainability, venture financing and innovative thinking.
Equiped me with practical skills in data analysis, visualization, and business intelligence. The course covers Python programming, data cleaning using Pandas and NumPy, statistical analysis, data storytelling, and dashboard creation using Power BI. Students also learn how to transform raw data into actionable insights through visualization and reporting projects.
Provided me with advanced training in data science, machine learning, SQL, big data, and predictive analytics. Learners gain skills in data modelling, statistical analysis, data visualization, GIS, and Python-based analytics tools, enabling them to analyze complex datasets and support data-driven decision-making.
Work & Experience
• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, posting customer codes and payments accurately into the Sage X3 ERP system to ensure real-time financial data visibility and accountability. • Ensure timely processing of customer payment records to facilitate product dispatch and order fulfilment, directly supporting operational efficiency and sales reporting. • Reconcile ERP transaction records and flag discrepancies, maintaining audit-ready documentation and compliance with internal financial controls. • Generate sales reports from ERP data, tracking revenue transactions and communicating findings to management for decision-making. Visualizing data products and customer segmentation.
• Extracted and analysed financial and operational data using Microsoft Excel and Oracle, supporting performance reporting for the loans and business divisions. • Built pivot table analyses and financial summaries to support credit risk assessments and management decision-making. • Assisted with bank reconciliations and preparation of financial statements during audit, improving reporting accuracy. • Tracked tax payments and financial transactions to ensure compliance and accurate record-keeping.
• Engaged funders and stakeholders for student programs and coordinated entrepreneurship-focused initiatives. • Contributed to entrepreneurship-focused initiatives aimed at improving student opportunities and engagement
• Supported project management activities for programs assisting vulnerable children affected by HIV/AIDS. • Coordinated procurement and logistics for outreach in Kangemi informal settlement, ensuring timely sourcing and distribution.
