Functional Skills

Business Planning
Accounting
Communications
Process Improvements
Revenue Growth
Inventory Management
Inventory Control
Business Intelligence
Business Process Outsourcing
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Software Skills

Microsoft Office
Oracle CRM
Cognos Analytics
MicroStrategy
Tableau

Sector Experience

Business Services
Energy
Financial Services
Manufacturing
Telecom

Experience

CosmoSol Ltd, Kenya Start-Up
Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A)
1/2016 - 6/2022
I have established a renewable energy firm in Africa with self funding, driven by a steadfast commitment to sustainability, the implementation of climate action initiatives, and fostering capacity building for resilience within communities.
• Managed a team of over 25 individuals while fostering relationships with 10+ strategic partnerships. Investor relations, lead generation & innovated BOOT model for infra projects.
• Spearheaded energy efficiency solutions for hospitals, resulting in an 85% reduction in energy consumption, Solar PV solutions for gas stations
• Collaborated on humanitarian and environmental projects in partnership with NG0s, transforming the lives of women and children in underserved communities.
• Facilitated the distribution of solar lanterns and phone charging stations to off-grid communities in rural parts of Africa, offering easy payment plans and bringing about social change.

GreenTronics Design Labs Management Consulting
Finance & Business Consultant
6/2013 - 12/2015
A startup specializing in product engineering, with a focus on loT-based solutions for green energy, energy efficiency systems, agriculture, and automotive applications, leveraging power electronics technology.

• Implemented financial models and established internal finance functions.
• Aligned management reporting with value-generating initiatives by crafting scorecards linked to business value drivers & created dashboards for daily analytics
• Supported business objectives with both local & offshore opportunities by formulating a new strategic plan and optimal resource allocation
• Devised process improvements in inventory management, re-ordering process,credit line negotiations, and led deployment for functional solutions
• Co-formulated the business plan used to bring investments into the business

Achievements
• Orchestrated revenue optimization through diversification and stringent business control, yielding an impressive 18% revenue growth during my tenure.

Ooredoo Telecom Finance
Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A)
4/2006 - 5/2013
Top telecom service provider operatingin 6 in countries with turnover over US$4.5B, 22 million subscribers.
Managed team of 5 professionals, reported directly to the Director of Business Planning and CFO, actively participated in high-level board meetings, and engaged in direct interactions with both local and headquarters boards.
Monthly/quarterly/annual closing & reporting, including consolidation of 6 countries, and earnings releases. Formulated cost control methodologies to enhance budget performance and conducted cost centre monitoring.
Effectively oversaw a data warehouse migration project, collaborating with consultants and inter-departments and reconciling payments for over 500+ operators to ensure timely settlement of dues.
Streamlined management reporting systems, mapped processes to ensure alignment with statutory and management reports, assessed competitive threats through strategic & financial analysis, industry trend tracking, and benchmarking.

Spice Telecom Finance
Finance Executive
6/2003 - 3/2006
GL/AR/AP/Treasury/ Reconciliations/Accounting