ALEX ABAGNA KANSAKE
MANYORO-NAVRONGO
Summary
Dynamic Senior Internal Auditor with extensive experience at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, excelling in financial analysis and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in identifying discrepancies and enhancing internal controls, while fostering team collaboration to drive corrective actions. Adept at report writing and risk assessment, ensuring organizational integrity and compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Internal Auditor
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
ACCRA
03.2025 - Current
- Provided guidance on technical accounting matters such as revenue recognition, inventory costing.
- Analyzed financial data to detect irregularities or discrepancies in accounting records.
- Monitored status of identified issues, ensuring timely completion of corrective actions taken by management.
- Evaluated internal controls, policies, and procedures for compliance with company standards and government regulations.
- Collaborated with external consultants on special projects relating to regulatory compliance initiatives.
- Reviewed complex audit plans and risk assessment to identify potential areas of financial exposure.
- Drafted audit reports outlining findings and recommending corrective action plans.
- Performed walkthroughs and tests of internal control systems to ensure accuracy and completeness of information reported.
- Identified trends in cost variances from budgeted figures through analysis of financial statements.
- Assessed potential risks, evaluated controls and conducted compliance testing.
- Conducted interviews with management personnel to gain an understanding of business operations.
- Investigated fraud allegations involving misappropriation of funds or other assets.
- Spearheaded planning of yearly audits and reviewed controls for departments to assess areas in need of improvement.
- Helped department leaders devise and implement remediation plans to address identified concerns.
Internal Auditor
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
Accra
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted external auditors during annual audits by providing necessary information.
- Ensured that all necessary documents were properly filed according to company policy.
- Conducted interviews with management personnel to assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
- Provided recommendations on how to improve internal control environment.
- Ensured that all reports were filed accurately and timely according to applicable laws.
- Documented audit findings in formal reports presented to senior management team.
- Prepared presentations summarizing audit results for board meetings.
Internal Auditor
Office of the Attorney General and Ministry of Justice. Internal Audit Unit
Accra
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Performed analytical reviews on financial data to detect errors or discrepancies.
- Ensured that all necessary documents were properly filed according to company policy.
- Ensured that all reports were filed accurately and timely according to applicable laws.
- Maintained a database of all completed audits and their results.
- Documented audit findings in formal reports presented to senior management team.
- Reviewed financial documents to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Investigated discrepancies that were uncovered during audits.
Assistant Internal Auditor
Office of The Attorney General and Ministry of Justice. Internal Audit Unit
Accra
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Assisted in developing risk-based audit plans based on analysis of current trends in the industry and company performance indicators.
- Assisted in the preparation of audit plans, reports and work papers.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality requirements when handling sensitive information.
- Participated in follow up audits to monitor corrective action taken on prior recommendations.
- Assessed internal control structures within departments ensuring that all transactions are properly authorized, recorded and reported accurately.
- Worked closely with senior management team on special projects as needed.
Principal Executive Officer
Office of the Attorney General and Ministry of Justice. Civil Registry
Accra
02.2013 - 03.2018
- Prepared detailed reports on various aspects of the organization's operations including financials and sales figures.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations related to the organization's operations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of service quality.
- Provided leadership support for projects by setting timelines, delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Managed day-to-day operations and assisted commander in overall strategizing.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
Accounts Officer
Pafad Engineering & Construction Ltd
Accra
10.2012 - 02.2013
- Maintained accurate record keeping of all financial transactions.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions.
- Performed bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Reconciled accounts and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Managed accounts receivable functions including billing, collections, customer inquiries.
Accounts Officer
Krane International Agency Ghana Ltd
Accra
01.2011 - 10.2012
- Assisted in preparing budgets, forecasts and cash flow statements.
- Performed bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
- Reviewed and reconciled accounts payable and receivable records.
- Assisted in preparation of monthly financial reports for management review.
- Conducted audits of expense claims and other documents as required.
Cashier & Compliance Officer
Social Security and National Insurance Trust. National Service Personnel
Takoradi
10.2009 - 01.2011
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
Education
LLB. - Bachelor of Laws
Central University
Accra,Ghana07-2025
MBA - Finance
University Of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana07-2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast,Ghana09-2016
Higher National Diploma - Accounting
Accra Polytechnic Now Accra Technical University
Accra, Ghana09-2009
High School Diploma -
Navrongo Senior Secondary School
Navrongo, Upper East Region. Ghana08-2004
BECE Certificate -
Manyoro Junior Secondary School
Manyoro-Navrongo04-2001
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Internal auditing
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment
- Data interpretation
- Report writing
- Fraud investigations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team collaboration
- Data collection
- Forecasting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Internal Auditor
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
03.2025 - Current
Internal Auditor
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
02.2024 - Current
Internal Auditor
Office of the Attorney General and Ministry of Justice. Internal Audit Unit
03.2021 - 02.2024
Assistant Internal Auditor
Office of The Attorney General and Ministry of Justice. Internal Audit Unit
03.2018 - 03.2021
Principal Executive Officer
Office of the Attorney General and Ministry of Justice. Civil Registry
02.2013 - 03.2018
Accounts Officer
Pafad Engineering & Construction Ltd
10.2012 - 02.2013
Accounts Officer
Krane International Agency Ghana Ltd
01.2011 - 10.2012
Cashier & Compliance Officer
Social Security and National Insurance Trust. National Service Personnel
10.2009 - 01.2011
LLB. - Bachelor of Laws
Central University
MBA - Finance
University Of Cape Coast
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
University of Cape Coast
Higher National Diploma - Accounting
Accra Polytechnic Now Accra Technical University
High School Diploma -
Navrongo Senior Secondary School
BECE Certificate -
Manyoro Junior Secondary School
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