Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Activities
References
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
Certification
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Frederica bruce

Summary

Driven accounting professional with over 10 years of experience in account reconciliation, payroll processing, cash handling, financial reporting, Account payable and Account receivable management. I excel at problem-solving and I am proficient in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. I am currently pursuing my Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification. I am open to new opportunities where I can leverage my analytical, communication, and leadership skills. With my attention to detail, solution-focused mindset, and genuine interest in helping organizations succeed, I am confident I will be an asset to any finance or accounting team.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounts Officer

Knutsford University College
Accra
08.2013 - Current
  • Managed students account and monitored payment status to reduce past-due payments
  • Reduced outstanding receivables by 10% in 2019
  • Researched scholarship opportunities to assist brilliant but financially deprived students
  • Solved student housing shortage by providing secure, affordable accommodation increasing student housing capacity by 50% in 2021
  • Helped with preparation of management accounts and end-month duties
  • Assisted in preparation of annual accounts and annual budgets
  • Supported preparation for annual audit process
  • Booking flights for Directors travel and assisting him with his personal transactions
  • Filing of all statutory payments, constant update to superiors for prompt payment and suggesting appropriate approach to avoid penalties.

Accounts Assistant

National Service Personnel
Accra
09.2012 - 08.2013
  • Entered and issued receipts, filed tax documents
  • Processed and filed SSNIT contributions and GRA payments
  • Streamlined receipt issuance process to reduce errors
  • Supported preparation for annual audit process
  • Reconciled all company accounts.

Accounts Assistant

Knutsford University College
Accra
01.2010 - 08.2012
  • Entered and issued receipts, filed documents
  • Completed opening and closing procedures each day
  • Filing of all statutory payments, constant update to superiors for prompt payment and suggesting appropriate approach to avoid penalties.

Tutor

King David Royal Academy
Accra
09.2008 - 12.2008
  • Provided individual tutoring to high school students
  • Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths
  • Assisted students struggling with studies
  • Tracked student progress through regular assessments, promptly addressing knowledge and skills gaps.

Education

ICAG Part 1 &2: Professional Accounting -

Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana
Accra
01.2023

MBA: Accounting -

Knutsford University College
Accra
01.2022

Bachelor of Science: Accounting and Finance -

Knutsford University College
Accra
01.2012

WASSCE Certificate -

St. Mary's Secondary School
Accra
01.2008

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Proactive
  • Decision making
  • Creative thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Self-awareness
  • Effective communication
  • Flexibility
  • Problem-solving
  • Empathy
  • Assertiveness
  • General ledger entry
  • Accounts receivable and payable
  • Tax Preparation
  • Invoice Processing
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Data Analysis
  • Sage 50
  • Data Entry
  • Customer Relations
  • Multitasking
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Microsoft Office
  • Self Motivation
  • Quickbooks
  • Handling Confidential Materials

Activities

Financial secretary for Knutsford SRC 2010, Proper record keeping to ensure accountability, Sampling proposals for SRC programme and managing cost., Looking out for sponsorship for SRC programs.

Dining Hall Prefect for St. Mary's Secondary School(2007), Ensured  with my team, students get the best of the meals been served and adhere to the time set for dining. Also ensured with my team the hall was tidy at all times. 

References

  • Dr. Emmanuel Osei Asiamah, 0244223320, Head of Department for Accounts and Finance, Knutsford University College
  • Mr. Shaibu Osman, 0245804476, Lecturer, Knutsford University College
  • Mr. Kofi Kye, 0247706664, Chartered Accountant, K. Kye and Associates

Hobbies and Interests

  • Soccer
  • Drawing
  • Mosaic
  • Collage
  • Any creative work.

Languages

English
First Language
French
Beginner
A1

Certification

  • Certificate of Participation for successfully participating in customer experience, excellence and time management training (November 2023).

Timeline

Accounts Officer

Knutsford University College
08.2013 - Current

Accounts Assistant

National Service Personnel
09.2012 - 08.2013

Accounts Assistant

Knutsford University College
01.2010 - 08.2012

Tutor

King David Royal Academy
09.2008 - 12.2008

ICAG Part 1 &2: Professional Accounting -

Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana

MBA: Accounting -

Knutsford University College

Bachelor of Science: Accounting and Finance -

Knutsford University College

WASSCE Certificate -

St. Mary's Secondary School
Frederica bruce