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FAITH KAHIHU

Toronto,ON

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented finance student at Humber College, graduating in June 2025, with over five years of experience in the finance sector within a manufacturing environment.Proficient in navigating complex financial products, interpreting market data, and delivering accurate, data-driven financial reports. Adept at combining analytical acumen with strong interpersonal skills to build long-term client relationships and optimize financial operations. Passionate about driving business growth through strategic financial planning and continuous process improvement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

SALE ASSOCIATE

CANADIAN TIRE CORPORATION
05.2024 - Current
  • Principal duties encompassed aiding clients in choosing products, boosting revenue, and offering outstanding post-purchase assistance.
  • Professionally managing customer complaints, and participating in inventory management and merchandising initiatives.
  • Provided professional after-sales support for existing customers which drove loyalty rates up 15%.
  • Unearth new sales opportunities through networking and turn them into long-term partnerships.
  • Handling customer complaints and issues in a professional manner
  • Identified and capitalized on new sales opportunities through new products and customer feedback by leveraging networking channels, leading to long-term clients
  • Assisting with inventory management and restocking shelves
  • Providing product information and answering customer questions
  • Assisting with merchandising and product displays.
  • Proactively networking to build long-term customer connections,

FINANCE ASSISTANT

ORION CHEMICAL PRODUCTS
11.2017 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw financial performance across 3 branches, ensuring accurate record-keeping, efficient daily transaction management, and timely production of financial reports.
  • Ensured up-to-date financial data using QuickBooks and Excel to maintain internal systems and support reporting needs.
  • Provided critical support to the finance team, particularly in billing, reconciliation, and budget management processes.
  • Conducted financial analyses that led to a 27% improvement in report accuracy by identifying and correcting discrepancies.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, consistently meeting all reporting deadlines.
  • Calculated return on investment (ROI) for new projects, achieving an average ROI of 12%.
  • Implemented cost control strategies that contributed to a 4% reduction in overall company spending.
  • Supported strategic decision-making through analysis of capital investments and key business initiatives.
  • Maintained exemplary customer service standards through regular client interactions, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Reconciled bank statements, tracked deposits and payments, and maintained accurate records of all financial transactions.
  • Reviewed and enforced financial policies to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Monitored and controlled costs of products and managed billing and credit control processes to optimize financial performance.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - Global Business Management

Humber College
Toronto
06.2025

Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration

United States International University (USIU)
09.2017

Skills

  • Financial analysis
  • Customer service
  • Quick Books
  • SAP
  • Inventory management
  • Strategic planning
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

SALE ASSOCIATE

CANADIAN TIRE CORPORATION
05.2024 - Current

FINANCE ASSISTANT

ORION CHEMICAL PRODUCTS
11.2017 - 08.2023

Post Graduate Certificate - Global Business Management

Humber College

Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration

United States International University (USIU)
FAITH KAHIHU