Adam Ankpele
Tema
Summary
An experienced and skillful Professional Accountant with over 15 years of continuous working experience in manufacturing, education, banking and financial services sector, consultancy, and project management. He has in stock hands-on experience in accounting, finance, business management, entrepreneurship, training and mentorship as well as donor fund management experience. He looks forward to learning many more new things in his field of work and put to practice all experiences gained over the years of service as well as knowledge gained throughout his education. Adam upholds the highest standard of integrity as his key guiding principle among the others.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Country Finance Manager
SMART OIL LIMITED
05.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: A subsidiary of Joil Singapore Pte Ltd
- Responsible for financial & management reporting on monthly basis
- Lead, manage and provide direction to the finance and accounting team
- Responsible for Cashflow forecasts
- Manage month-end and year-end closing, financial analysis, tax compliance and annual statutory reports
- Review and implement internal controls and changes to the accounting systems and processes
- Liaise with Bank for facilities and trade activities
- Leading and liaising with external audit firm, company secretary and tax agent on annual statutory audit, tax filing and all filing matters
- Closely communicating with our headquarters for any legal and treasury teams on different aspects of financial matter
- Prepare project budget and track monthly project costing reports
- Achieves financial objectives by anticipating requirements; submitting information for budget preparation; scheduling expenditures; monitoring costs; analyzing variances
- Undertake special assignments, ad-hoc functions, and related duties as and when required
- A subsidiary of Joil Singapore Pte Ltd
Finance, Accounting & Controls Backfill
CARGILL GHANA LIMITED
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Compiling and analysis of monthly trial balance in time for Business Unit reporting
- Compiling, analysis and reporting of the quarterly and annual financial results to CFO
- Jointly with the Management Accountant, perform monthly inventory valuations
- Management and review of the monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Daily supervision and management of treasury activities
- Daily supervision and management of Account Receivable(AR) and Account payable(AP) activities
- Supervision of all the locations taxation activities to ensure compliance with local tax regulations - VAT, withholding taxes, corporation taxes, duties, payroll taxes, etc
- Keeping up to date with changes in US GAAP, local accounting standards, and tax regulations
- Coordinate work with external auditors, tax advisers and government tax authorities
- Help the Management Accountant complete the financial schedules (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statements) for strategic planning and budgeting purposes
- Finance business partner to the HR and general administration teams
- Back up the Management Accountant in his absence
- Train and develop junior staff
- Other duties that may be assigned by the Financial Controller or Managing Director from time to time
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
MINISTRY OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY (BUSINESS RESOURCE CENTRE PROJECT)
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Company Overview: Funded by: AfDB, IFAD & GoG
- Provided leadership of all aspects of financial management, accounts and controls
- Prepared annual budget, cash requests, and quarterly re-forecasts
- Prepared end of year accounts and oversee external audit
- Prepared budget and financial reports in line with contract requirements
- Carried out benchmarking exercises and supplier reviews to obtain value for money for all purchases
- Ensured that accounting records and books of accounts are updated
- Ensure that all payments to supplies and/or projects are in accordance with development regulations and approved plans/budgets
- Managed payroll, ensure necessary deductions and reimbursements are processed against staff accounts
- Annually review of accounting timelines and processes to ensure accounts are being produced across departments in the most effective manner
- Managed the organization's personnel requirements and the organization's records professionally
- Supervised the use of the organization's movable and immovable assets
- Ensured the organization complies with required insurances and certifications for effective operations management
- Contributed to Strategy and Direction of the institution and Advised management in good financial module
- Funded by: AfDB, IFAD & GoG
HEAD, ACCOUNTS & FINANCE
CIDAN INVESTMENTS LTD
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Reviewed and recorded all transactions with the use of Zigloi Analitics software and Teksol Fund Plus
- Ensured monthly reconciliation of bank statements with cash books and prepared final accounts accurately
- Provided financial information and reports to regulators such as BoG, SEC, NPRA and the others
- Developed short, medium and long-term financial plans, budgets and processed payroll timely
- Computed and filed all appropriate taxes and all relevant statutory payments (VAT, SSNIT, PAYE,etc)
- Prepared, managed and updated fixed assets register timely
- Developed financial systems, policies, procedures and controls for the management of financial resources
- Assisted in developing best practices in customer care and public education to existing and potential clients
- Provided corporate finance, asset management and audit functions of the company
- Analyzed competitor activities, trend analysis and interpretation Collateral registry and management
BRANCH MANAGER
GN BANK LIMITED
04.2014 - 08.2019
- Managed all daily operations of the branch and prepared periodic returns of the branch to Head Office
- Supervised staff performance, marketed the bank and mobilizes deposits mobilization
- Planned and controlled expenses and supervised all functions to reduce costs and increase revenue
- Managed credits and maintained a minimum recovery rate of 90% averagely
- Ensured that the day-to-day checks /rules guiding the branch are strictly adhered to, for operational efficiency
- General security checks- ensured strong room and cash security are strongly maintained as well as all systems of security installations are maintained actively as part of internal control measures
- Planned and Generated sales for the branch this maximized revenue of 60%-65% annually
- Examined and reviewed final account reports- General Ledger, Temporary overdrafts etc
- Consistently
- Scrutinized customer accounts before loan approval
- This reduced NPL (Non-Performing Loans)
ACCOUNTS OFFICER
RHOZO HOSPITALITY LTD
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Prepared and filed statutory returns accurately and timely
- Prepared and submitted statements to customers for payment
- Implemented tax avoidance schemes this minimized tax expenses
- Processed and recorded receipts from customers and Contacted customers for payment of overdue balances
- Updated staff list on a monthly basis, process and paid monthly salaries timely
- Checked accounts payable register and processed payments
- Analyzed financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner to management
- Submitted monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to management for decision making
BUSINESS FINANCE TUTOR
ADVANCE BUSINESS COLLEGE
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Prepared Advanced Business Certificate Examination(ABCE) Candidates for their diploma course
QUALITY CONTROL(INSPECTION)
AKOSOMBO TEXTILES LTD
02.2004 - 08.2008
- Inspects and reports on mistakes identified in cloth manufactured at quality control weekly meeting
Education
Chartered Accountant -
ICA Ghana
01.2019
BSc Administration - Accounting
University of Ghana
Legon01.2012
Skills
- Proficiency in MS Applications (word, excel, PowerPoint)
- Investment and Portfolio Analysis
- Fund management
- Bank reconciliation statement
- Taxation
- Account payable
- Account receivable
- Billing
- Invoicing
- Asset management
- Auditing
- Administrative report writing
- Financial report writing
- Good communication
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinker
- Team player
- Managerial skills
- ERP
- Sage accounting software
- SAP success factor
- Zigloi Analytics
- Teksol Fund Plus
- Oracle X50
- Oracle X100
- SAP TC2
- JDE
- WAMS
- High sense of accuracy
- Due diligence
- Proactive
- Quicker learner
Accomplishments
- Provided stringent and articulate marketing strategies, this helped generated 60% of revenue and returns to the branch of the Bank.
- Accurately and timely prepared variance analysis based on the past financial records and projections for the future for effective operations.
- Planned and controlled expenses and supervise all functions of the Branch this helped reduce 45% cost.
- Won the best Eastern Regional Branch Manager of the year 2018 for higher deposit mobilization and client service.
Keytrainingprograms
- Enterprise Franchise arrangements and management, 01/01/22
- Corporate Finance executive training by Euro Exim Bank, 01/01/22
- Leadership training & honest feedback training, by LMI holdings, 01/01/22
- Financial Modelling for budget administration, inventory control by Marigold Consult, 01/01/21
- Entrepreneurship training by Empretec Foundation, 01/01/21
- Financial reporting, management and controls by Bank of Ghana, 01/01/20
- Branch business growth and profitability management by Candid Consult, 01/01/18
- Basic and advance banking business by Candid Consult, 01/01/16
- Credit Risk Management, 01/01/16
Leadershiproles
- Auditor, Knights of Marshall, Council 45, 2013 - 2014
- Secretary, Knights of Marshall, Council 45, 2017 - 2018
- Church Council Member, Knights of Marshall, Council 45, 2017 - 2019
- Financial Secretary, Knights of Marshall, Council 45, 2015 - 2016
- Youth Organizer, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary - 46J Akosombo, 2009 - 2020
- Finance Committee Member, Knights of Marshall, Council 45, 2016 - 2018
References
- Mr. Patrick Anumel, Retired C.E.O (GN Bank Ltd), +233-244314425, Panumel52@gmail.Com
- Mr. James Batong-Hor, GM at Atimpoku BRC, Min. of Trade, +233-244591486, batonghor@gmail.com
- Mr. Samuel Batanyie, Accountant-VRA-Ghana, +233-277654246, batanyie@yahoo.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Watching Football
- Listening to news
- Surfing online for emerging skills
- Learning new excel tricks
Personal Information
- Number of Children: 2
- Date of Birth: 09/24/82
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christian
Timeline
Country Finance Manager
SMART OIL LIMITED
05.2023 - Current
Finance, Accounting & Controls Backfill
CARGILL GHANA LIMITED
10.2022 - 05.2023
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
MINISTRY OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY (BUSINESS RESOURCE CENTRE PROJECT)
08.2020 - 09.2022
HEAD, ACCOUNTS & FINANCE
CIDAN INVESTMENTS LTD
09.2019 - 07.2020
BRANCH MANAGER
GN BANK LIMITED
04.2014 - 08.2019
ACCOUNTS OFFICER
RHOZO HOSPITALITY LTD
07.2013 - 03.2014
BUSINESS FINANCE TUTOR
ADVANCE BUSINESS COLLEGE
07.2013 - 03.2014
QUALITY CONTROL(INSPECTION)
AKOSOMBO TEXTILES LTD
02.2004 - 08.2008
Chartered Accountant -
ICA Ghana
BSc Administration - Accounting
University of Ghana
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