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BENJAMIN HAYFORD KWESI BAIDOO

ACCRA

Summary

11 Years in Accounting and Finance in the Civil and Electrical engineering, and Transport Industry. Strong background in Finance and Administration. Proven ability to establish a long-term relationships with Internal and External clients. Professional communication skills include fluency in English and Spanish. Recently graduated from Coventry University with a Master’s Degree in Finance. Proficient in Ms. Office, Sage 50, Adobe Photoshop, ERP software, and Bimbila Accounting software. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure accountant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dedicated account and finance professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Dedicated Account and finance professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable employee seeking a Management Accounting related job position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager – Project Accountant and Stock Control

Luton Engineering Services
01.2020 - Current
  • Prepare and Manage Operational, Materials and Project Budget
  • Reconcile Luton’s expenditure with the budget and prepare a variance analysis report for management decision
  • Monitor and record the financial transactions for the civil and electrical project
  • In charge of Stock control and management
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Chief Staff Officer – Finance and Administration (Manager Acc

Palmers Green International Limited
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Works closely with the Heads responsible for Finance and HR & Administration regarding the processing or approval of memos and correspondence related to their daily operations
  • Liaises with the Chief of Staff(COS) and with the approval of Chief Operating Officer – 1(COO-1) to facilitate all correspondence related to foreign business opportunities, client and community outreach, and marketing outlets with a view to expanding the business horizon of the company
  • Helps in the budget implementation process of the Directorates under COO-1
  • Works in association with the Heads who report to COO-1 to ensure that the software designed for their operations functions efficiently
  • Represents and attends professional meetings which relate Finance and Administration.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting
  • Onboarded new temps by entering employee information into systems
  • Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment

Assistant Manager Accounts

Palmers Green International Limited
ACCRA
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Prepared data on statutory payments such as VAT, IRS, and Withholding tax
  • Directed and monitored the day-to-day activities of the Accounts Department
  • Maintained the Asset Register of the Company
  • Prepared monthly financial and management accounts for decision-making
  • Prepared periodic financial reports
  • Supervised and trained the Account staff
  • Reconciled Bank and Credit Statements
  • Prepared monthly financial dealings in the Department and reconciled same with all the inter- company transactions
  • Liaised with external auditors in auditing the company’s accounts.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability and profitability of business operations.
  • Directed gathering of required documentation and files for account audits and completed reviews.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Overhauled process for year-end inventory audits to improve accuracy.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
  • Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Performed routine closings, maintained clean, accurate and accessible records and kept close eye on transaction updates throughout each quarter.
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
  • Established and enforced internal controls, workflows and policies for tracking, reconciling and reporting on accounting activities.
  • Validated existing accounting management and reporting systems to assess quality and conformance, identify problems and implement corrective actions.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability and profitability of business operations
  • Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks
  • Directed gathering of required documentation and files for account audits and completed reviews
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities

Account Officer

Dop Transport Limited
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Ensured the effective implementation of accounting policies issued by management to enhance the corporate objectives of the Company
  • Managed the Company’s accounts
  • Monitored and followed up on debtors/creditors list
  • Submitted weekly and monthly reports to the Head of Treasury and Finance on receivables and disbursements through the immediate superior
  • Exercised control over the storekeepers by monitoring their activities in relation to the movements of stocks under care
  • Prepared and submitted the annual budget to the Chief Accountant.
  • Responded to requests for information and resolved issues quickly
  • Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities
  • Delivered engaging and polished presentations to build connections with potential customers and distinguish business from competitors
  • Developed pipeline to monitor sales progress and boost company revenue
  • Sold new products and services and developed new accounts to maximize revenue potential
  • Devised strategies to perform at required goal level and achieve monthly quota
  • Developed innovative and creative sales pitches to expand prospect understanding of company
  • Reviewed and mitigated discrepancies to increase sales, reduce costs and streamline processes
  • Set clear sales goals to identify activities and behaviors to advance sales process and close deals

Education

Accounting And Finance

CHARTERED INSTITUTE oF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS
UNITED KINGDOM
04.2022

MBA - Business Administration (Finance

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
UNITED KINGDOM
07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

ASSAM DON BOSCO UNIVERSITY
INDIA
03.2016

ACIB - BANKING AND FINANCE

CHARTERD INSTITUTE oF BANKERS GHANA
GHANA ACCRA
10.2013

Diploma - Accounting, Management Accountancy

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANCY TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
ACCRA GHANA
05.2010

Skills

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Good listening skills
  • Decision Making
  • Data Entry
  • Teambuilding

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Manager – Project Accountant and Stock Control

Luton Engineering Services
01.2020 - Current

Chief Staff Officer – Finance and Administration (Manager Acc

Palmers Green International Limited
01.2017 - 01.2020

Assistant Manager Accounts

Palmers Green International Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017

Account Officer

Dop Transport Limited
01.2012 - 01.2015

Accounting And Finance

CHARTERED INSTITUTE oF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS

MBA - Business Administration (Finance

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

ASSAM DON BOSCO UNIVERSITY

ACIB - BANKING AND FINANCE

CHARTERD INSTITUTE oF BANKERS GHANA

Diploma - Accounting, Management Accountancy

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANCY TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE

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