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Elizabeth GYAN-MENSAH

Accra

Summary

Business-minded Finance Manager promoting more than 9 years of expertise overseeing transactions and reconciling monthly financial reports. Highly collaborative individual with track record of effectively training and coaching staff members and willingness to learn. Offering confidence, team contribution and decision making skills.

Also pursuing Institute of Taxation Ghana certification.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager

Ghana Police Church
02.2019 - Current
  • Completed 5 years backlog accounts within 3 months of taking the role
  • Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the organisation.
  • Facilitated effective financial decision-making by presenting complex data in simple visualizations.
  • Increased the organization's income over the past 5years by negotiating higher investment rates, following up on all assets and reallocating resources accordingly.
  • Spearheaded implementation of financial software systems to enhance productivity and reporting capabilities.
  • Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
  • Ensured compliance with national tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.

Internal Auditor

Prince Of Peace Methodist Church
10.2021 - 10.2023
  • Streamlined audit processes by developing comprehensive audit programs and guidelines for various business units.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Ensured timely completion of audits as per set deadlines while maintaining high-quality documentation supporting observations made during the process.

Prince of Peace Methodist Church

Accountant
09.2015 - 10.2021
  • Implemented simplified account structures for the various organizations within the church.
  • Trained 3 persons to assist with the church's accounts and reporting.
  • Prepared yearly budget, quarterly reports to assist in decision making and prudent application of resources
  • Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying areas of waste and suggesting improvements for resource allocation.

Finance Manager

Central Automotive Company Limited
07.2017 - 01.2019
  • Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
  • Optimized cash flow management, leading to improved liquidity for the organization.
  • Established solid relationships with external partners including banks, auditors, vendors, and clients to support business objectives.
  • Led the annual budgeting process, involving department heads in setting realistic targets aligned with organizational goals.
  • Analyzed monthly balance sheets, income statements and cash flow information and wrote up reports.
  • Processed payroll for employees and reported payroll taxes for organization.
  • Processed vendor payments, invoices and account statements.

Accountant

Central Automotive Company Limited
07.2015 - 01.2017
  • Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
  • Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
  • Overhauled inventory tracking system to improve efficiency in ordering and restocking processes.
  • Monitored cash flow closely to ensure sufficient funds were available for operational needs.
  • Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
  • Enhanced internal controls through regular audits and reviews, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Prepared and filed tax returns to summarize transactions of calendar year and comply with laws and regulations.

Revenue Mobilization Officer (National Service)

Ga West Municipal Assembly (Amasaman Zonal Council
09.2014 - 08.2015
  • Leveraged negotiation skills to secure favorable settlements with delinquent taxpayers (mainly Business Operating Permit and Property Tax )and while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Furnished taxpayer assistance and information to general public.
  • Enhanced taxpayer education by conducting informative workshops and providing helpful resources.
  • Provided a streamlined guide for taxpayers to follow for making payments

Education

No Degree - Chartered Accountant

Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG)
05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities (Economics With Mathematics)

University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
05.2014

Certificate - MS Office Suite,

University of Ghana Computing SYstems
Accra
05.2012

Skills

  • Budget Forecasting
  • Financial Management
  • Internal Controls
  • Investment Analysis
  • Tax Compliance
  • IFRS Knowledge
  • Business Relationship Management
  • Advanced Mathematics
  • Proficient in Tally Accounting systems, Microsoft Office suite

Additional Information

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Training

  • Tax and Fiscal Policy Updates-2024 by Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana(ICAG), January 2024
  • Financial Modelling by Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana(ICAG), June 2022
  • Challenges of Contemporary Changes in Tax Legislations by AA&K Consulting Services Limited, September 2017
  • Demystifying the 3% VAT Flat Rate Scheme by PWC Business School, August 2017
  • 5th EY Meet-the-Regulators Series by Ernst & Young, June 2017

Timeline

Internal Auditor

Prince Of Peace Methodist Church
10.2021 - 10.2023

Finance Manager

Ghana Police Church
02.2019 - Current

Finance Manager

Central Automotive Company Limited
07.2017 - 01.2019

Prince of Peace Methodist Church

Accountant
09.2015 - 10.2021

Accountant

Central Automotive Company Limited
07.2015 - 01.2017

Revenue Mobilization Officer (National Service)

Ga West Municipal Assembly (Amasaman Zonal Council
09.2014 - 08.2015

No Degree - Chartered Accountant

Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG)

Bachelor of Arts - Humanities (Economics With Mathematics)

University of Ghana

Certificate - MS Office Suite,

University of Ghana Computing SYstems

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