Gershon McNeal Amekou
Accra
Summary
A results-driven individual with demonstrated leadership experience, computer software proficiency, project management expertise, research acumen, and extensive industry and volunteer experience. Committed to contributing effectively in academic and professional endeavors.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment Ambassador
African Leadership X
1 2024 - Current
- Promoting ALX tech programs to high school and university students
- Educating prospective applicants on the benefits of ALX programs
- Guiding applicants to resolve challenges in the application process for our programs
Business Development Officer
Sand Technologies Limited
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Identified potential partnership opportunities, leading to strategic alliances that drove business growth
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
Accountant/Marketing Manager
Good Morning Cuisine
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy
- Reconciled accounts, processed bill payments, and calculated employee salaries
- Prepared Monthly Budgets for the Restaurant
Accountant/Marketing Manager
Good Morning Cuisine
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy
- Reconciled accounts, processed bill payments, and calculated employee salaries
- Prepared Monthly Budgets for the Restaurant
Production Assembler And Software Installer
KA Technologies Limited
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while assembling intricate components, resulting in fewer defects and higher overall quality levels
- Stocking of warehouse materials and equipment.
Accountant
Volta Marbles And Rocks Quarry Limited
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Responsible for maintaining daily company financial records
- Supervised all payments of VAT, SSNIT, PAYEE, Utilities and Creditors
National Service Person
Chartered Institute Of Taxation, Ghana
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Performed accounting duties by issuing receipts for payment to students and issuing vultures
- Writing and responding to emails
- Assisted the accountant in preparing accounts and budgets
Education
MBA - Aviation Management
Jain University
Bangalore, India07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Ghana Inst. of Management And Public Administration
Accra, Ghana05.2017
Skills
Communication and Leaderhip
undefinedAccomplishments
- I achieved enhanced team productivity and cohesion by effectively supervising a team of 8 staff members, ensuring efficient task allocation, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- I achieved accurate financial reporting by reconciling accounts and preparing financial statements with efficiency and attention to detail
Extracurricular Activities
Achieved three gold medals in sports during junior high, including a gold medal in the 4x4 relay. Volunteer work as a business coach for Junior Achievement Ghana and Delta Airlines Ghana. Executive Branch Secretary in politics, actively engaging in policy discussions and initiatives for societal improvement. Coaching Accra Academy for the JA Ghana Inter-School Business Competition.
Volunteering: JA worldwide(Ghana), Delta Airlines, Pathfinder Africa
JA Ghana: I mentor high school and university students as a business coach for yearly national business competitions.
Delta Airlines Innovation Camp: I mentor participants as a business coach to derive solutions to Aviation industry issues.
Pathfinder Africa- I mentor Senior High School students on smart goal setting and educate them on career paths in their professional careers.
Timeline
Business Development Officer
Sand Technologies Limited
09.2023 - 12.2023
Accountant/Marketing Manager
Good Morning Cuisine
05.2023 - 08.2023
Accountant/Marketing Manager
Good Morning Cuisine
05.2023 - 08.2023
Production Assembler And Software Installer
KA Technologies Limited
09.2021 - 04.2022
Accountant
Volta Marbles And Rocks Quarry Limited
09.2020 - 08.2021
National Service Person
Chartered Institute Of Taxation, Ghana
09.2017 - 08.2018
Recruitment Ambassador
African Leadership X
1 2024 - Current
MBA - Aviation Management
Jain University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Ghana Inst. of Management And Public Administration
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