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Franko N Waweru

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Results-driven Workday Consultant with relevant experience in business process optimization and system integration. Leverage strong analytical skills to identify client needs, develop strategic solutions, and deliver impactful results for diverse organizations. Working knowledge of Workday modules coupled with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, ensuring successful implementation and efficient use of enterprise technology solutions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Advisory Associate- Workday

KPMG Global Services
New York, NY
07.2022 - Current
  • Played integral role in firm's development of internal initiatives, specializing in Energy, Banking, and Insurance sectors. Designed and implemented tenant-specific Accounting Center and Reporting solutions.
  • Assisted the transformation of business processes, finance operating model, technology, security and data/integrity in Foundation Data Model (FDM) and Financial Accounting.
  • Contributed to the successful delivery of technology-enabled engagements focused on financial accounting transformation and implementation for clients. Tasks included enhancing finance processes, designing packages, providing implementation support, and managing deployment.
  • Engaged in client discussions, gaining insight into challenges and complexities to deliver customized solutions aligned with clients' core business.

Risk Assurance Advance Intern

PricewaterhouseCoopers, PWC
Philadelphia, PA
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Conducting transaction testing, executing readiness assessments, and utilizing various technical Information Technology controls to support clients in maximizing operational efficiency.
  • Supported evaluation of internal controls and provided assistance with both internal and external audit support fieldwork, including Sarbanes-Oxley testing.
  • Participated in all phases of internal control assessments for internal and external audits, including planning, execution, and completion.

Vendor Compliance Analyst Co-op

FS Investments
Philadelphia, PA
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Conducted research and utilized various resources, such as Lexus Nexus, International Transparency Index 2019, New Vendor Form, SOC reports, and more for vendor screening processes.
  • Supervised the activities of third, fourth, and as needed fifth-party vendors based on their designated risk levels.
  • Pivotal contribution to the creation of the FS Investments Business Continuity Plan (BCP), particularly regarding pandemic readiness for situations like COVID-19.

Financial Advisor Assistant Co-op

IM Wealth Partners
Blue Bell, PA
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Evaluated clients' income, expenses, and risk preferences through thorough interviews to develop customized and successful financial strategies
  • Delivered a broad spectrum of personalized options ensuring clients' needs were met while providing an extensive range of investment products and services.
  • Utilized LIP V8 software to enhance the accuracy of assessing client's assets, liabilities (current and future), income sources, real estate properties as well as their individual financial aspirations.

Education

BBA - MIS/Finance

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • Alteryx
  • Data conversion
  • Agile Methodology
  • Client Relations
  • Active Listening
  • Information Security
  • Tableau
  • LexisNexis
  • Bloomberg Law
  • Problem Resolution
  • Critical Thinking
  • People Skills
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Relationship Building
  • Microsoft Office

Accomplishments

  • Forbes Under 30 Scholar- Forbes Under 30 Summit is the world’s greatest gathering of young entrepreneurs and game-changers. Scholars are allowed to attend the event with no cost and participate in all the activities

Languages

Swahili
Professional
Gikuyu
Limited

Certification

  • Workday Contracts to Cash (C2C)
  • Workday Record to Report (R2R)
  • Workday Accounting Center

Affiliations

  • Camp Fatima of New Jersey April 2023 – Present• Volunteer annually, assisting developmentally disabled men, women, and children from ages 5 to 21 • This experience has strengthened my communication skills, patience, and receptiveness to new perspectives
  • Drexel PwC Challenge Case Competition-Conducted a cross-benefit analysis to see whether replacing most cashiers with automated check-out machines would be a financially smart decision for Country’s Best
  • FS Investments CSR Project (ASAP Philly)-• Collaborated in the research of ASAP Philly. • Prepared a presentation and presented in front of several FS employees regarding the volunteer organization. • ASAP Philly was one of two volunteer organizations chosen by FS Investments to partner with The FS Foundation

Timeline

Advisory Associate- Workday

KPMG Global Services
07.2022 - Current

Risk Assurance Advance Intern

PricewaterhouseCoopers, PWC
09.2020 - 03.2021

Vendor Compliance Analyst Co-op

FS Investments
09.2019 - 09.2020

Financial Advisor Assistant Co-op

IM Wealth Partners
09.2018 - 04.2019

BBA - MIS/Finance

Drexel University

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