EZEKIEL KOFI OPOKU-AGYEMANG
Kumasi,Ghana
Summary
Purpose driven professional with a strong foundation in financial management and regulatory compliance. Demonstrates leadership by example, with a commitment to excellence and loyalty. Proficient in internal controls, inventory management, and cash flow optimisation. Skilled in data analysis using tools such as STATA, Scientific Python, and Microsoft Excel. Adept at preparing prompt financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and account reconciliations. Possesses excellent presentation and communication abilities alongside remarkable planning and organisation skills. Experienced in managing financial systems, payroll processing, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Known for attention to detail and the ability to handle highly confidential information under pressure with minimal supervision with in-depth understanding PFM, IFRS, IPSAS and ISAs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head of Accounts and Finance
Thomhcof Company Limited
Kumasi, Ghana
2022.02 - 2026.05
- Planned the financial operations of the business
- Prepared financial statements comprising Financial Position, Income Statement, Changes in Equity, Cashflows and Notes to the Account
- Successfully Objected to GRA tax assessment liability of GHC124,145.27 for 2020-2022 years of assessment and obtained GHC108,148.17 downward review to GHC15,997.10.
- Liaised with agent at Tema Habour for importation and goods clearance
- Prepared and presented monthly income statements for decision making
- Verified all purchases (local and foreign) invoices
- Prepared, filed and paid tax returns with and to Ghana Revenue Authority
- Prepared, filed and paid pension funds with and to SSNIT
- Prepared bank, suppliers and debtors reconciliation statements
- Responded to correspondences with ADB, BOA, GCB, GRA and EPA
- Liaised with stakeholders to provide clear communication on financial matters.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient, up-to-date systems.
- Established strong relationships with banks and other financial institutions such as ADB, BoA, GCB, GRA and EPAfor the benefit of the business.
- Oversaw daily finance operations, ensuring regulatory compliance at all times.
- Reviewed bookkeeping and management accounts to achieve clear and correct reports.
- Developed strategies to increase profits and cost savings.
- Finalised VAT returns with rigorous transaction checks.
- Coached and mentored junior staff to maximise finance department capabilities.
- Designed dashboards to enhance Business Intelligence and KPI reporting.
- Applied advanced Excel skills to efficiently analyse large data sets.
Head of Accounts and Finance
Welldone Pharmacy Limited
Kumasi
2022.02 - 2026.05
- Prepared financial statements comprising Financial Position, Income Statement, Changes in Equity, Cashflows and Notes to the Account to meet compliance with ORC
- Developed and deployed internal control structures which reduced incidence of theft and inventory shortages
- Prepared and presented monthly income statements for decision making
- Prepared, filed, and paid tax returns with and to Ghana Revenue Authority and reduced compliance risks to minimum
- Prepared, filed and paid pension funds with and to SSNIT and avoided compliance risk completely
- Established strong relationship with banks and other institutions including OmniBSIC Bank, GRA, SSNIT and FDA for the benefit of the business
- Ensured integrity of accounting records through regular checks and balances such bank, suppliers and debtors reconciliations
- Reduced costs significantly by negotiating better terms with vendors and suppliers which ensured value for money
- Upheld ethical standards in all transactions, setting example for entire finance department.
Head of Accounts and Finance
CF- Chillax Enterprise
Kumasi
2022.02 - 2026.05
- Successfully led the team to open a new branch at Obuasi in January 2024 which drove business growth by more than 50%
- Supervised storekeeper to ensure minimum stock shortages which reduced shortages from GH¢60,000 to GH¢2,000 per quarter
- Prepared, filed and paid tax returns with and to Ghana Revenue Authority which ended the frequent tax audits
- Built strong relationship with Institutions for the profit of the business by responding to correspondences with Bank of Africa, Yaa Asantewaa Rural Bank, SSNIT, GRA and KMA
- Ensured integrity of accounting records through regular checks and balances.
- Designed dashboards to enhance Business Intelligence and KPI reporting.
- Harnessed data visualisation to drive insights through management reporting.
Mathematics Teacher
Kwaprow M/A Basic School
Cape Coast, Central Region
2018.12 - 2021.12
- Taught mathematics
- Served as personal assistant to Headmaster.
- Built students interest in Mathematics which improved performance above average
- Mentored gifted students, encouraging them towards advanced study.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to cover all topics within syllabus effectively.
- Organised school-wide mathematics competitions, fostering a love for the subject amongst students.
- Transformed complex concepts into understandable, useful information for improved subject comprehension.
Accounting Assistant
Directorate of Finance, University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast
2017.09 - 2018.11
- Revealed and recovered a wrong debit of GHC39,000.00 through bank and other reconciliation statements by paying attention to the minutest detail
- Reduced quarterly budget variance from 20% to 10% by critically reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated inflows, and accurately forecasting expenditures and challenging underlying budgetary assumptions
- Applied Pivoting in Excel to reduce time for preparing monthly expenditure returns from 10 working days to 5 working days
- Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems
- Input data and produced timely financial reports using Topaz Accounting Software
- Successfully coordinated the financial operations of twelve departments and one International Institute
- Coordinated with external auditors, facilitating efficient audit process.
Mathematics teacher
Calvary Methodist Junior High School
Wenchi
2012.09 - 2013.09
- Prepared lesson plan and notes
- Explained mathematical theories and concepts and their application to real life to th understanding of students
- Gave and marked exercises and homework and making all corrections with students
- Marked end of term examination and preparing student report cards
- Achieved 100% pass in Mathematics by all 2013 BECE candidates
- Adapted teaching style according to individual needs of pupils, achieving greater comprehension.
Education
PhD - Finance
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
KumasiMaster of Commerce - Accounting with Research
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast 2019.01 - 2022.01
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast 2013.01 - 2017.01
ICT course - Finance
Glory Way Computer Training Centre
Cape Coast 09.2016
WASSCE - Accounting And Finance
Wenchi Methodist Senior High School
Wenchi 2008.01 - 2012.01
Skills
- Leadership by example with great commitment and loyalty
- Excellent presentations and communication ability
- Excellent at Internal controls and inventory management
- Knowledge of data analysis tools including STATA, Scientific Python, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Report writing with remarkable planning and organization ability
- Prompt financial statements preparation and analysis
- Budgets, forecasting and account reconciliations
- Ability to pay attention to details and handle highly confidential information
- Ability to work with minimum or no supervision
- Ability to work under pressure and pay attention to details
- Knowledge of Accounting software such as Topaz, Tally and QuickBooks
- Cash flow optimisation
- Management of financial systems
- Payroll processing competency
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
Certification
- Professional Member, Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG)
- Professional Member, Institute of Internal Auditors Ghana (IIAG)
- Professional Member, Institute of Directors Ghana (IoDG)
Referees
- Edward, Marfo-Yiadom, Professor, +233244515162, University of Cape Coast, Thesis supervisor, Senior Lecturer and Head of Accounting Department
- Mary, Essilfie-Afful, Mrs., +233242154415, University of Cape Coast, Chief Accounting Officer
- Yaw, Owusu Domfeh, Mr., +233243676444, Kwaprow Basic School, Cape Coast, Headmaster
Interests
Reading, teaching, research, writing and music
Awards Received
University of Cape Coast Scholarship for needy but brilliant students for 2021 academic year, Government of Ghana Scholarship: Scholarship Secretariat for 2020 academic year, Dean of School of Business Award for First Class Students at Level 100, Best Student for 2012 WASSCE candidates in Wenchi Methodist Senior High School
Community Service
- Graduate Association of Ghana, University of Cape Coast, Finance Committee Member, 2020, 2021, Reviewed and approved budgets prepared by the Financial Secretary and Treasurer, Reviewed and approved the financial statements of the Association, Academic Year
- Winners Chapel International, Kumasi District, Audit Committee Member, 2024, Present, Supervises procurement, Supervises the internal audit function of the Kumasi District Church, Reviews and approves budgets prepared by the Church Board, Reviews and approves the financial statements of the Church
Research and Publications
- Research topic: Determinants of financial performance of insurance firms in Ghana
- Unveiling Dynamics: Financial Performance Determinants in the Ghanaian Insurance Industry: Journal of Emerging Markets
Timeline
Head of Accounts and Finance
Thomhcof Company Limited
2022.02 - 2026.05
Head of Accounts and Finance
Welldone Pharmacy Limited
2022.02 - 2026.05
Head of Accounts and Finance
CF- Chillax Enterprise
2022.02 - 2026.05
Master of Commerce - Accounting with Research
University of Cape Coast
2019.01 - 2022.01
Mathematics Teacher
Kwaprow M/A Basic School
2018.12 - 2021.12
Accounting Assistant
Directorate of Finance, University of Cape Coast
2017.09 - 2018.11
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
University of Cape Coast
2013.01 - 2017.01
Mathematics teacher
Calvary Methodist Junior High School
2012.09 - 2013.09
WASSCE - Accounting And Finance
Wenchi Methodist Senior High School
2008.01 - 2012.01
PhD - Finance
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
ICT course - Finance
Glory Way Computer Training Centre