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FOSTER MEEK AYATEY

FOSTER MEEK AYATEY

Accra

Summary

An efficient and organized Accounting and Finance Professional with over ten years of experience in banking operations. Adept in SWIFT operations and payment processing. Highly passionate in performing accounting and finance functions. Skilled at multitasking, critical and analytical thinking, possess strong organizational, technical, and interpersonal skills. Discreet, ethical, trustworthy, and dedicated. Excellent time management skills and ability to complete timely projects

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

SWIFT & Payments Authorizer

CalBank Plc
07.2018 - Current

• Authorization and transmission of outbound swift messages within the bank's SWIFT platform
• Receiving, sorting, and distributing incoming swift messages to respective units and departments
• Liaising with Bank of Ghana and other universal banks' staff on issues of non-receipts of funds transferred on behalf of our clients.
• Ensuring that the security of the SWIFT operations room is not compromised

•Reconciliation of accounts
• Provides on the job training and coaching to staff who are newly posted to the job role.

  • Identifying potential risks or areas of concern during the authorization process, addressing them proactively to avoid delays or complications.
  • Collaborating with various departments to ensure timely processing of requests and documentation.
  • Mentoring junior colleagues on best practices within the field of authorizations, cultivating a supportive learning environment.

Back Officer

CalBank Plc
09.2013 - 07.2018

Performed general banking back office duties such as :

• Cheque clearing

• ACH transfers

• SWIFT transfer

• Standing Order establishment

• Banker's draft preparation

• Reconciliation and Investigations

• Customer cheque confirmation

Accounts Clerk

Ghana Armed Forces Pay Office
10.2012 - 08.2013
  • Investigated and rectified issues relating to non-payment, under-payment, over-payment and non-receipts of salaries, allowances, insurance premiums etc.
  • Prepared month-end closing entries to maintain detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Assisted with receiving, processing, and verifying all invoices related to personnel salaries and allowances
  • Processed salaries, allowances, remittances, and loans of both military and civilian officers of the Ghana Armed Forces

Education

Professional - Chartered Accountancy

Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana
Accra, Ghana

No Degree - Financial Modelling & Valuation Analyst

Corporate Finance Institute
Online

No Degree - Financial Analyst & Investment Banking Certificate

EDUCBA
Online

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Central University College
Accra, Ghana
06.2013

Skills

  • Analytical skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Investigative and recon skills
  • Accounting skills
  • Time Management
  • Financial Analysis

Affiliations

  • The Institute of Internal Auditors Ghana

Timeline

SWIFT & Payments Authorizer

CalBank Plc
07.2018 - Current

Back Officer

CalBank Plc
09.2013 - 07.2018

Accounts Clerk

Ghana Armed Forces Pay Office
10.2012 - 08.2013

Professional - Chartered Accountancy

Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana

No Degree - Financial Modelling & Valuation Analyst

Corporate Finance Institute

No Degree - Financial Analyst & Investment Banking Certificate

EDUCBA

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Central University College
FOSTER MEEK AYATEY