Alexander Narterh
Internal Control Manager
Accra,Greater-Accra
Summary
Experienced and adaptable Internal Control Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the food production industry. Skilled in Internal Audit, Operational Risk Management, Risk Assessment, Internal Controls, and Regulatory Compliance. Strong accounting professional with Executive MBA focused on Finance from the University of Ghana.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Internal Control Manager
Danone ( Fanmilk Plc)
Accra, Ghana
01.2019 - Current
- Supporting business process owners to document process and local policy.
- Challenging & supporting business process owners to assess how local risk can materialize and build control strategy.
- Performing and documenting control testing.
- Assessing and concluding on risk exposure.
- Reporting and preparing risk discussion.
- Challenging & supporting business process owners to design and implement action plans.
- Following up & confirming sustainability of actions.
- Training workers on control guidelines and standards.
- Collaborating with management to create and organize annual review plans.
Assistant Internal Audit Manager
Danone (Fanmilk Plc)
Accra, Ghana
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Audited data regularly to guarantee data integrity and quality.
- Monitored progress on implementation of risk prevention actions.
- Helped to develop recommendations for policy, process, and internal control improvements.
- Accurately prepared audit reports with proper analysis and documentation.
- Assisted with analysis and data gathering in support of risk assessment.
- Assisted during internal audits by acting as primary client liaison.
- Reported all progress and setbacks to management.
Internal Audit Coordinator
Fan Milk Ltd
Accra, Ghana
2003.09 - 2015.12
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Ensured that depot and van sales operations conform to laid down procedures.
- Reviewed measures instituted to safeguard assets including stocks, cash, debtors, and fixed assets.
- Appraised and reported on the economy and efficiency regarding the utilization of resources.
- Reviewed the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information.
- Conducted investigations into and reported on the specific matters requested by management.
- Onboarded new employees on internal controls.
Audit Associate
HydeFynn & Osei (Chartered Accountants)
Accra, Ghana
02.2001 - 08.2003
- Facilitated financial and operational audits, working with internal, and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
- Conducted financial, compliance and operational audits.
- Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Interviewed business owners to understand needs and explain audit scope.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Education
MBA - Finance
University of Ghana Business School
Accra, Ghana 02.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Accounting)
Central University College
Accra, Ghana 08.2006 - 06.2010
Professional (Part 2) ACCA, UK - Accountant
Institute of Professional Studies
Accra, Ghana 01.2003 - 02.2005
Skills
- Process and Policy Documentation
- Risk Management
- Design, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls
- Microsoft office suite
- Microsoft Dynamics NAV ERP
- Strong Work Ethic
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Fraud Investigation
Accomplishments
- Improved Company's internal control deficiency from 45% to 4.8% in 2 years through continuous risk animation with business process owners and follow up of action plans designed to remediate risks.
- Realized 80% reduction in cash collection and 70% reduction in overdue AR through aggressive collaboration with finance, supply chain and sales teams.
- Consistently achieved more than 90% of annual Internal Control testing target.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Timeline
Internal Control Manager
Danone ( Fanmilk Plc)
01.2019 - Current
MBA - Finance
University of Ghana Business School
02.2016 - 12.2017
Assistant Internal Audit Manager
Danone (Fanmilk Plc)
01.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Accounting)
Central University College
08.2006 - 06.2010
Internal Audit Coordinator
Fan Milk Ltd
2003.09 - 2015.12
Audit Associate
HydeFynn & Osei (Chartered Accountants)
02.2001 - 08.2003
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