Ayantu Bonaya
Santee,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and professional Financial Analyst with 2 years of experience providing high-level support to senior executives. Experienced with a M&A, financial modeling, and investment banking. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial accounting, with a solid foundation in corporate finance. Adept at conducting detailed financial analysis and providing strategic insights to drive informed decision-making.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Project Assistant
UC San Diego Business & Financial Services
La Jolla, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Processed and reviewed accounts receivable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Managed day-to-day internal customer inquiries, ensuring efficient communication and resolution.
- Proposed and implemented process improvement initiatives to enhance project administration efficiency.
- Created, updated, and maintained digital reports and projects using Excel and other Microsoft/Data Analytics programs.
Financial Analyst
Hustler Capital LLC
San Diego, CA
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated closely with the managing director to secure debt financing for one of the nation's top four premier vending companies, fueling their acquisition of five prominent vending enterprises. This strategic move ignited remarkable growth both vertically and horizontally within the organization.
- Created M&A strategy decks and models for companies
- Played a key role in the underwriting process for two companies under the guidance of the managing director.
- Developed and maintained Excel financial models to analyze cash flow, ROI, and financial performance.
- Conducted in-depth financial analysis to support strategic decision-making, including forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling.
Executive Assistant
Live Current Media
San Diego, CA
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided executive support to senior management, facilitating daily operations.
- Assisted the CFO and Controller in executing the Company’s 10K Fiscal Year Audit.
- Supported the Company's executive team and helped facilitate the seamless merger of four companies.
- Supported HR functions related to executive services. Such as running payroll, onboarding new employees on payment management systems, and drafting offer letters.
- Conducted market research on B2B and SaaS companies for acquisitions.
Executive Assistant
Somali Bantu Association Of America
San Diego, CA
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed and coordinated schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements for senior executives
- Successfully managed client cases, ensuring efficient coordination of resources and services.
- Helped clients navigate the US Immigration system. Working with the immigration lawyers helping translate for Ethiopian (Oromo) clients, applying for green cards and prepping them for their citizenship test.
- Provided administrative support, including answering phone calls, responding to emails, and preparing correspondence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
University of California San Diego
La Jolla06-2025
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Grossmont College
San Diego12-2022
Skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Financial Analysis
- Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Corporate Finance
- M&A
- Data Analysis
- Budgeting
- Financial & Economic Acumen
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Oromo
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Finance Project Assistant
UC San Diego Business & Financial Services
07.2024 - Current
Financial Analyst
Hustler Capital LLC
03.2023 - Current
Executive Assistant
Live Current Media
07.2022 - 06.2023
Executive Assistant
Somali Bantu Association Of America
09.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Economics
University of California San Diego
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Grossmont College
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