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Grace Wanjau

Wangui
Worcester,MA

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented Executive Assistant with extensive experience in Business Administration, Accounting, and Data Analytics. Proven ability to manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and support high-level executives with discretion and efficiency. Adept at financial reporting, budget management, and leveraging data analytics to drive informed decision-making. Known for exceptional communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills, ensuring seamless operations and effective support in fast-paced environments. Committed to providing top-tier administrative support while optimizing processes to enhance productivity.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

STAFF ACCOUNTANT/ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance
WORCESTER, Massachusetts
02.2024 - 08.2024

Invoice processing/verification/payment
• Receive, review, and process invoices from vendors and suppliers in an
accurate and timely manner.
• Verify the accuracy of invoices, purchase orders, and supporting
documentation to ensure proper authorization and adherence to
company policies.
• Gained accounting efficiency and improved documentation coordination
through development of optimal journal entry schedules.
• Interacted with internal and external auditors to help complete audits
and resolve issues.
• Prepare and process payment batches, which may include checks, while
adhering to payment terms and discount opportunities.
• Credit Card approval and data entry processing
• Procurement and purchase order processing

HAPPY Payment processing

Weekly A/P aging report

Eviction Prevention Specialist

Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance
Worcester, MASSACHUSETTS
07.2021 - 01.2024
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish the goals of the organization.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to clients when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and clients to find workable solutions.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Generated payments after ensuring that clients documents are in the right order as per the requirements by DHCD.

Personal Care Assistant

Archway Inc
Leicester, MA
10.2019 - 01.2022
  • Provided direct support to individuals served ensuring daily living needs are met.
  • Assisted individuals in meeting their basic health needs.
  • Maintained a safe yet challenging atmosphere; create a supportive environment that will enhance individual growth.
  • Followed record-keeping procedures and communicate pertinent information to regular staff via written and verbal means.
  • Maintained regular contact with the coordinator’s by responding to all agency communication in a timely fashion.

Benefits Officer

Thrive Support & Advocacy
Marlborough, MA
06.2017 - 10.2019
  • Analyzed group benefits for employees.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding current and future benefits.
  • Assisted new hire employees in obtaining benefits.
  • Grace Wanjau 908-414-2565 gracewwanjau@gmail.com Ensured the overall privacy of employee’s benefits.
  • Maintained regular communication with the Senior Benefits Director and employees by responding to all Agency communication in a timely fashion.

Accountant

Homeland254Logistics Company
Whitehall, PA
03.2015 - 05.2017
  • Analyzed business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
  • Reported to management regarding the business finances.
  • Established tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.
  • Developed implemented, modified, and documented recordkeeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology.
  • Prepared forms and manuals for accounting and bookkeeping personnel and direct their work activities as well as maintaining office systems.

Accounting Clerk

Kiambu Freight Company
09.2010 - 05.2013
  • Kenya Coordinated local, regional, national, and global shipments.
  • Utilized tracking software to accurately track and move shipment to intended destinations.
  • Reviewed and maintaining accounting records.
  • Reviewed invoices and reconciled account statements as well as investigate any discrepancies and generate financial reports.
  • Prepared documents such as correspondence, drafts, memos and emails and prepared biweekly reports for management.

Education

Certificate in Accounting(Quick Books) - Accounting And Business Administration

Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA
08.2021

Diploma - Business Management

University of Nairobi
2013

CPA - Accounting And Finance

College of Holly Cross
Worcester, MA

Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration

Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA

Real Estate License -

Champion Real Estate Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA
09.2022 - 05.2024

Master of Science - Business Administration

Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA
10.2023 - 02.2025

Skills

Web Browsers (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, Safari) SQL skill, Exallent with Alteryx, Python and Power BI, Project management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Motivation and encouragement of team members Fundraising Communication Volunteer Management Analytical Skills Microsoft Office Suite Inventory Management Systems Training Skills Confluence Microsoft Tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, Teams, MS Projects) Log management and monitoring Project Management Cloud-based projects Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Collaborative relationships Self-reliance Nonprofit Management Financial Management Leadership Grant Management Social Media Management Community Engagement Digital Marketing Knowledge

Timeline

STAFF ACCOUNTANT/ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance
02.2024 - 08.2024

Master of Science - Business Administration

Anna Maria College
10.2023 - 02.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Anna Maria College
09.2022 - 05.2024

Eviction Prevention Specialist

Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance
07.2021 - 01.2024

Personal Care Assistant

Archway Inc
10.2019 - 01.2022

Benefits Officer

Thrive Support & Advocacy
06.2017 - 10.2019

Accountant

Homeland254Logistics Company
03.2015 - 05.2017

Accounting Clerk

Kiambu Freight Company
09.2010 - 05.2013

Certificate in Accounting(Quick Books) - Accounting And Business Administration

Quinsigamond Community College

Diploma - Business Management

University of Nairobi

CPA - Accounting And Finance

College of Holly Cross

Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration

Quinsigamond Community College

Real Estate License -

Champion Real Estate Academy
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