Lilian Wanjiku
Edmond,USA
Summary
Results-driven Audit Associate & Business Analytics Graduate Student with 7 years of experience in financial auditing, data analysis, and internal controls. Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Business Analytics at the University of Central Oklahoma, developing expertise in data analytics, data visualization, predictive analytics, and business intelligence. Skilled in utilizing Excel for data analysis, visualization, and process automation. Passionate about leveraging business analytics to optimize financial processes, detect anomalies, and drive data-driven decision-making.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit Associate
Office of the Auditor-General Kenya
01.2018 - 08.2024
- Conducted financial audits and compliance assessments for government ministries, state corporations, and agencies
- Assisted in collecting data on information systems and processes of the auditee institution to be used in the validation of financial documents
- Assisted in risk assessment, fraud detection, and financial analysis through data-driven insights
- Reviewed financial records to ensure adherence to IFRS, IPSAS, and Government regulations
- Enhanced audit reporting and financial trend analysis
- Participated in performance and environmental audits, evaluating the efficiency of public expenditure
- Audit planning and execution, ensuring timely completion of audit assignments
- Analyzed procurement processes, expenditure trends, and payroll audits to detect irregularities
Accounts Payable Associate
Wadi Degla Investment (K) Ltd
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed accounts payable transactions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices
- Performed monthly bank reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and resolving financial mismatches
- Utilized Excel for financial reporting, preparing detailed expense summaries and tracking costs
- Assisted in cash flow management, ensuring timely payments and maintaining vendor relationships
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in invoice approvals and payments
- Supported budget analysis, tracking expenses against projected financial plans
Education
Master of Science - Business Analytics
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, Oklahoma05.2026
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting Option
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
12.2013
Skills
- Data Visualization
- Financial Forecasting
- Internal Controls
- Compliance Audits
- Pivot Tables
- Power Query
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Risk assessment analysis
- Budget analysis
- Data analysis
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Part 2 Completed
- Cybersecurity Certification, University of Central Oklahoma
- Public Debt Operational Risk Management Certification, Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI), 03/17
- Public Finance Management & Public Procurement & Disposal Act, 2015 & Regulations, The National Treasury, 06/21
Timeline
Audit Associate
Office of the Auditor-General Kenya
01.2018 - 08.2024
Accounts Payable Associate
Wadi Degla Investment (K) Ltd
08.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting Option
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Part 2 Completed
- Cybersecurity Certification, University of Central Oklahoma
- Public Debt Operational Risk Management Certification, Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI), 03/17
- Public Finance Management & Public Procurement & Disposal Act, 2015 & Regulations, The National Treasury, 06/21
Master of Science - Business Analytics
University of Central Oklahoma
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