Mab Group of Companies, AccraFinance Manager
Jan. 2017GhanaEstablished system-wide accounting policies and control procedures to maintain accuracy and compliance.
Interviewed, hired and trained new employees. Integrated financial information into business decision-making, budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes. Supervised team of Five (5) accounting officers and Twelve (12) Cashiers across task delegation, project leadership and performance management. Managed centralized accounting functions, and financial reporting Established controls for new financial systems and developed methods to improve existing systems. Completed month-end and year-end close procedures and reconciled bank accounts. Analyzed files and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances. Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation. Collaborated with Internal and external auditors to conduct the year-end close process. Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management. Created and implemented procedures and best practices for the bank reconciliation process and completed balance sheet reconciliations. Prepared and distributed financial statements and reports, variance reports, regulatory filings and related schedules. Assessed accuracy, completeness and integrity of corporate financial records. Trained Five (5) new employees on accounting principles and company procedures. Established complete accounting structures, processes and controls to meet business requirements. Determined tax owed, completed and filed returns and upheld compliance with applicable laws. Documented and tracked overhead and capital expenses for budgetary purposes. Devised, implemented and enforced effective accounting systems. Coordinated timely dissemination of internal and external financial statements, annual audits and annual budgets. Discussed and negotiated working capital requirements with banking representatives. Developed complex P&L reports informing stakeholders.