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Eric Adu

Accra,AA

Summary

Resourceful accounting professional with 9 years of experience in audit and financial reporting. I am analytical, leveraging exceptional risk management skills. Adept with financial statement preparation and review.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Audit Manager

KPMG
10.2022 - Current
  • Managed a team of auditors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit assignments.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and best practices to ensure high-quality audit results were delivered consistently.
  • Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
  • Leading team meetings and key audit discussions with management and those charged with governance.
  • Assist in preparing and reviewing client financial statements.
  • Conducted regular training sessions for audit staff, increasing their knowledge and skillset in the field.

Deputy Audit Manager

KPMG
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Managed a team of auditors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit assignments.
  • Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of internal controls by testing key controls across various businesses.
  • Leading team meetings and key audit discussions with management and those charged with governance.
  • Assist in preparing and reviewing client financial statements.


Senior Audit Associate

KPMG
10.2018 - 09.2021
  • Assessed internal controls by identifying variances and deficiencies and recommending critical changes.
  • Conducted thorough financial statement audits for various industries, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
  • Employed expertise in auditing, accounting and generally accepted principles to accurately assess records.
  • Assisted in the development of audit plans to address high-risk areas, improving overall effectiveness of audits conducted.
  • Conducted substantive analytical reviews that highlighted unusual trends or fluctuations requiring further investigation.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports for senior management detailing audit findings, recommendations, and action plans for improvement.
  • Evaluated internal controls over financial reporting, identifying weaknesses and proposing process improvements to strengthen controls.
  • Supervised and trained junior audit staff and student interns in how to effectively review physical and digital data.

Audit Associate

KPMG
10.2015 - 09.2018
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Prepared comprehensive audit reports, detailing findings and presenting recommendations for improvement.
  • Identified various risks and errors to propose corrective action to decision makers.
  • Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
  • Evaluated financial statements, identifying discrepancies and providing recommendations for corrective action.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication, transparency, and professionalism throughout the entire audit process.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between audit teams and key stakeholders resulting in increased collaboration.
  • Assisted in the preparation of financial statement disclosures in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.

Education

Professional Certificate - Accounting

Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana
Accra, Ghana
11.2014

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
05.2013

Skills

  • Financial statement preparation and review
  • Client relationship management
  • Data Analytics
  • Internal Controls
  • Bookkeeping and reconciliation
  • Team building and leadership
  • Accounting software systems

Affiliations

  • Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (Member)

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Additional Information

Portfolio of key clients and industry experience:

- Cargill Ghana Limited and Cadbury Ghana (Manufacturing).

- Cargill Kokoo Sourcing Limited (Licensed Cocoa Buying).

- Asanko Gold Ghana Limited, Adansi Gold Ghana Limited, and Asanko Exploration Ghana Limited (Mining).

- Wood & BBS Ghana Limited and Fraser Alexander (Mining Support Services).

- Calbank Plc, ABSA, Standard Chartered Bank, GT Bank, FBN, and Republic Bank Plc (Banking).




Referees

Will be provided upon request.

Timeline

Audit Manager

KPMG
10.2022 - Current

Deputy Audit Manager

KPMG
10.2021 - 09.2022

Senior Audit Associate

KPMG
10.2018 - 09.2021

Audit Associate

KPMG
10.2015 - 09.2018

Professional Certificate - Accounting

Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology

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