Askandaru Haruna

A Certified Chartered Accountant, bachelor’s degree holder in Commerce, and certificate holder in computer software programs. Results-oriented young man having a passion for continuous learning and innovation with valuable work experience at Meridian Port Services ltd and Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority. Applies knowledge, experience and passion to positively impact an organization towards achieving its objectives.

2022, Up to Date, The Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana

• Compilation of “Customers Guide to Tema Port Tariffs” booklet
• Compilation of “Customers Guide to Clearing Goods from Tema Port” booklet

• 2019, UP TO DATE, MERIDIAN PORT SERVICES LTD, FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT, Internal Control and Financial Reporting Officer, Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports to shareholders, Assist in the audit of books of account., Preparation of annual budgets and revisions, Ensuring compliance with internal control procedures, Preparation of Monthly internal control report, Promote safety awareness., Ensure compliance with safe workplace policy.
• 2018, 2019, GHANA STATISTICAL SERVICE LTD, GHANA CENSUS OF AGRICULTURE PROJECT, 2018, Field Research Officer, Scheduling meetings with farmers, Interviewing and collection of data, Data analysis and preparation of reports, Other field activities assigned.
• 2015, 2016, GHANA PORTS AND HARBOURS AUTHORITY, TEMA PORT, National Service, Preparing Quarterly and Annual Port Performance Statistics, Research and Data Analysis, Examining and identifying challenges in exporting and clearing goods from the port, Client Visits and Education, Guided Port Tours, Enquiries and Complains Management.
• 2013, 2014, MAMPRUGU STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION, UCC CHAPTER, Treasurer, As a treasurer, I collaborated with other executives and we raised funds and organized a seminar on entrepreneurship, free for members.
• 2012, 2013, GHANA REVENUE AUTHORITY, TAKORADI, Industrial Attachment, Participated in audit assessment and computerization of Ghana Revenue Authority Data.
• 2012, 2013, CASELY HAYFORD HALL MUSLIM COUNCIL, UCC BRANCH, Organizer and Muezzin
• 2010, 2011, MAMPRUGU STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION, NOBISCO BRANCH, Organizer, Organized football competition between MAMSA (NOBISCO BRANCH) and other unions.
• 2005, 2007, PLANNED PARENTHOOD ASSOCIATION OF GHANA (PPAG KPARIGU CLINIC), In-School Peer Educator, Actively engaged in educating youth groups, family and friends about; HIV/AIDS, Sexual Transmitted Diseases (STDs), Use of Male and Female condom, Harmful effects of Drug Abuse

• Highly proficient in keeping financial records, preparation and reporting of financial statements.
• An expert in Computer Software Programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Excellent interpersonal and communicative skills
• Team player, results-oriented, self-motivated, and value-driven young man.
• Ability to work independently, in a team, under pressure, and very good at meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrate cost consciousness and ability to work within budget constraints.
• Initiate change, educate, and influence others to accept change.
• Anticipate problems, manage prevention, and create alternative solutions.

• 2016: Represented Tema Port at the 20th Ghana International Trade Fair held at Tamale
• 2015: Career Development Seminar. ACCA-GHANA
• 2015: Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation. MAMSU, UCC BRANCH
• 2014: CV Preparation seminar. MAMSU, UCC BRANCH
• 2012: Empowering Visionary Leaders through Effective Mentoring and Motivation. Leadership Empowerment Consult, Ghana

• Prof. Rosemone Boohene, Lecturer, School of Business, University of Cape Coast, +233 207 105 865, rboohene@yahoo.com
• Mr. Ahmed Said, Senior Accountant, Meridian Port Services Ltd, +233 24 456 0800, taahmedsaid@gmail.com
• Abdul-Bashiru Al-Hassan, Accounts Payable Supervisor, Meridian Port Services Ltd, +233 24 836 9412, abalhassan@mps-gh.com