Abdul Rashid Lartey
Accra
Summary
Experienced professional with a decade of expertise in teaching Accounting at the senior high school level. Proven track record of success and achievement in financial accounting principles and practices. Demonstrated versatility through work experience with reputable organizations such as Fidelity Bank and BOKEF Ghana. Results-driven individual with a strong work ethic, goal-oriented mindset, and a vibrant approach to challenges. Seeks to leverage ingenuity and competence to contribute to the growth of a well-established organization while further developing skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Hostel Manager
UNITY INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
09.2011 - Current
- Oversaw the welfare, supervision, and safeguarding of boarding students, ensuring a safe and gender-appropriate environment.
- Enforced discipline and hostel regulations, promoting good conduct and moral standards.
- Managed security procedures, roll calls, visitor control, and emergency preparedness.
- Ensured high standards of hygiene, sanitation, and basic health care, including first-aid coordination.
- Maintained accurate hostel records, bed allocations, incident logs, and reports to school management.
- Supervised hostel staff and facilities, coordinated maintenance, and liaised with school authorities and parents.
Account Officer
DAILY FOOD COMPANY LIMITED
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Managed monthly financial statements and ensured compliance with accounting standards.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes, streamlining workflows for efficiency.
- Utilized advanced accounting software to improve data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
ACCOUNTANT/ADMINISTARTIVE MANAGER
La Solution Company Limited
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed financial reporting and reconciliations to ensure accuracy of data.
- Streamlined accounting processes, enhancing efficiency in month-end close procedures.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
TEACHER
Unity International College
09.2011 - 04.2025
- Teaching Financial Accounting coupled with handling clerical office work on financial statements.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
PART TIME TEACHER
Tiwnikli International Senior High School, Kanda
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Adapted teaching methods based on student performance and feedback.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional approaches accordingly.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, effectively communicating student achievements and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects enhancing curriculum delivery.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
PART TIME TEACHER
Kemford College of Education
04.2014 - 07.2014
- Lectured Accounting and Auditing
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated classroom discussions fostering critical thinking and collaboration.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, adapting instruction as needed.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Financial Manager
Be Other keeper's Foundation (BOKEF) GH
07.2012 - 11.2013
- Charged with the: Preparation of final account, Preparation of income and expenditure account, Collection of income and expenditure, Vouchers, Bank Reconciliation Statements, Conducting internal audit in other branches.
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining budget processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Developed and maintained financial models for forecasting, enabling more accurate predictions of future revenue and expenses.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy through regular audits and reconciliations, leading to improved decision-making capabilities.
- Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances by consistently following up on overdue payments and negotiating payment plans with clients.
- Optimized cash flow management strategies, ensuring sufficient funds were available for daily operations while maximizing returns on idle cash balances.
Sales Ambassador
Fidelity Bank Limited Ghana
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Expanding over 80% customer base by selling product services like savings, current, flip, fixed deposit account etc.
- Increased sales by building strong relationships with clients and providing excellent customer service.
- Developed new business opportunities through targeted prospecting and cold calling efforts.
- Exceeded quarterly sales goals consistently by effectively managing pipeline of leads.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create engaging promotional materials for product launches and campaigns.
- Strengthened brand presence in key markets through strategic planning and implementation of sales initiatives.
- Delivered compelling sales presentations, showcasing unique benefits of company products and services.
- Provided valuable feedback to management, contributing to improvements in product offerings and overall customer satisfaction.
- Established long-term partnerships with key clients, resulting in repeat business and increased revenue growth.
Education
Degree in Accounting (BSc.) - Accounting And Finance
University of Professional Studies (UPS)
Accra, Legon05.2016
Diploma in Accounting - Accounting
University of Professional Studies (UPS)
Accra, Legon05.2010
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Research and Analysis
- Audience Engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Learning Management Systems
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Verbal and Written Communication
Hobbies
Strong research skills:
Proficient in conducting thorough research, gathering relevant information, and analyzing data.
Excellent reading comprehension : Able to quickly understand and extract key information from various sources.
Exceptional writing abilities: Skilled in creating clear, concise, and engaging written content for different audiences. Meticulous in ensuring accuracy and precision in all written work.
Effective communication : Able to convey complex ideas and information in a clear and organized
References
Available upon request
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Financial Audits
- Revenue Recognition
Timeline
Account Officer
DAILY FOOD COMPANY LIMITED
10.2025 - 12.2025
ACCOUNTANT/ADMINISTARTIVE MANAGER
La Solution Company Limited
05.2025 - 08.2025
PART TIME TEACHER
Tiwnikli International Senior High School, Kanda
03.2020 - 08.2022
PART TIME TEACHER
Kemford College of Education
04.2014 - 07.2014
Sales Ambassador
Fidelity Bank Limited Ghana
09.2012 - 06.2013
Financial Manager
Be Other keeper's Foundation (BOKEF) GH
07.2012 - 11.2013
Hostel Manager
UNITY INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
09.2011 - Current
TEACHER
Unity International College
09.2011 - 04.2025
Diploma in Accounting - Accounting
University of Professional Studies (UPS)
Degree in Accounting (BSc.) - Accounting And Finance
University of Professional Studies (UPS)