Marie Tembula
Cleveland
Summary
Finance professional with proven track record in managing complex financial operations and strategic planning. Highly collaborative and results-driven, known for flexibility and reliability in dynamic environments. Proficient in financial analysis, forecasting, and team leadership.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Specialist
Sherwin Williams
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced internal controls within Accounts Payable processes and procedures.
- Resolved invoice discrepancies by analyzing reports and identifying recurring errors.
- Facilitated prompt communication for invoice inquiries, addressing processing issues effectively.
- Established strong vendor relationships to prevent payment delays and shipment issues.
- Corrected invoice records to ensure accurate financial impact and timely payments.
- Collaborated with global teams to streamline accounting and purchasing operations.
Finance Associate
Sherwin Williams
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Managing account records, issuing invoices, and handling payments
- Collaborating with internal departments to reconcile any accounting discrepancies.
- Processing requisition and other business forms, checking account balances, and approving purchases.
- Provided administrative and clerical support, including data entry and financial documentation.
Bank Teller
Unity Catholic Credit Union
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and payments.
- Resolved account inquiries and facilitated check cashing for customers.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries in-person and via phone.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Cleveland State University
12-2025
Supply Chain and Quality Management Certificate - undefined
Cleveland State University
08.2025
Skills
- Bilingual: Fluent in Swahili and English
- Technical skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and financial reporting tools
- Oracle Applications Oracle Cloud
- EFT
- On Base
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Financial statements
- Invoice processing
- Risk reporting
Certification
Supply Chain and Quality Management
Community Involvement
- Luis Munoz Elementary School, 2015-08, Tutoring Elementary students in read and improving literacy and comprehension.
- UNICEF Annual Student Summit, 2019-03, Advocated for UNICEF funding by engaging with state leaders to push for the 2019 fiscal year appropriation.
Timeline
Finance Specialist
Sherwin Williams
10.2023 - Current
Finance Associate
Sherwin Williams
12.2021 - 10.2023
Bank Teller
Unity Catholic Credit Union
10.2021 - 12.2021
Supply Chain and Quality Management Certificate - undefined
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Cleveland State University