Kenneth Kusi-Appiah
Accra
Summary
Results-driven HR professional with a strong track record in all HR processes, specializing in recruitment and performance management. Expertise in payroll software and tax law compliance enhances operational efficiency. Demonstrated success in elevating training programs and boosting employee engagement, fostering a productive and inclusive workplace environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR HR OFFICER
OMNI GROUP LTD
Accra
05.2024 - Current
- Recruitment: Job Analysis, Sourcing Candidates, Screening & Shortlisting, Interview Coordination, Background Checks, Offer Management, Onboarding
- Performance Management: Goal Setting, Performance Reviews, Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), Training & Development
- Research, Learning & Development: Training Needs Analysis, Program Design (Internal/External Training), Evaluation, Training Impact Assessment
- Reporting to Management for decision making
- HR Metrics & Analytics: Data Collection (Surveys), Data Analysis, Reporting, Decision Support
- HR Reporting: Monthly/Quarterly Reports, Dashboard Management, Audit Support, Employee Data Management
HR OFFICER
Somotex Ghana Ltd.
Accra
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: (Mohinani Group)
- Coordinate the recruitment processes of new employees
- Manage training and development initiatives
- Keep track of employee performance
- Create a safe and inclusive work environment
- Oversee and manage benefits and compensation
- Handle conflicts, disciplinary actions, and terminations
- Monitor and supervise the attendance of employees
- (Mohinani Group)
Senior Payroll Specialist/HR OFFICER
Weave Ghana Ltd
Accra
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies
- Reviewed time records for over 4500 employees to verify accuracy of information
- Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law and tax code to keep operations in compliance with applicable standards
- Verified timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for over 4500 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines
- Assisted accountant with both internal and external audits relating to processing of payroll
- Checked figures, postings and accounting documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper coding
- Verified on-time submission of payroll taxes and within constraints of Internal Revenue Service
- Reconciled all payroll liabilities to general ledger and prepared monthly payroll accrual entries
- Prepared analysis of tax expenses for month-end accounting review
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using Paymaster Software and processed payroll to meet preset requirements
Payroll Specialist/HR OFFICER
L.M.I Holdings Ltd
Accra
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for over 600 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines
- Reviewed time records for employees to verify accuracy of information
- Uploaded time records into Sage VIP Software and created accurate database for payroll processing
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using Sage VIP and processed payroll to meet preset requirements
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies
- Verified on-time submission of payroll taxes and within constraints of Internal Revenue Service
- Reconciled all payroll liabilities to general ledger and prepared monthly payroll accrual entries
- Created and managed spreadsheets for leave calculations
- Prepared accounts for scheduled audits and assisted with audit process to facilitate faster completion of tasks
- Documented procedures identified areas to improve internal controls and gain additional efficiencies and implemented policy changes
Payroll Officer
Rakes Company
Accra
04.2014 - 07.2018
- Developed payment schedule between company and clients to track payment of invoices
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies
- Uploaded time records into Pastel Payroll Software and created accurate database for payroll processing functions
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for over 5000 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using Pastel Payroll and processed payroll to meet preset requirements
- Reviewed time records for over 5000 employees to verify accuracy of information
- Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law and tax code to keep operations in compliance with applicable standards
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records
- Produced payroll activities documentation and reports to meet corporate guidelines and promote transparency
- Reconciled health care benefits, tax contributions and retirement accounts to facilitate large-scale account reconciliations
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels
Education
Professional Certificate - Human Resources Management
Professional Human Resource Institute
Accra03.2021
Pastel /VIP Sage Payroll and Evolution Accounting Software - Accounting and Payroll
Multi-soft Solutions
Accra03.2014
BSc - Public Administration
Catholic University
01.2012
Skills
- Good communicator
- Excellent team player
- Detailed oriented
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in Web Applications
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in Microsoft Power Point
- Tax Law Compliance
- Data Integrity
- Human Resources Department Processes
- Proficient in Payroll Software (sage Pastel/Sage VIP/Paymaster)
Timeline
SENIOR HR OFFICER
OMNI GROUP LTD
05.2024 - Current
HR OFFICER
Somotex Ghana Ltd.
05.2022 - 05.2024
Senior Payroll Specialist/HR OFFICER
Weave Ghana Ltd
08.2019 - 05.2022
Payroll Specialist/HR OFFICER
L.M.I Holdings Ltd
08.2018 - 07.2019
Payroll Officer
Rakes Company
04.2014 - 07.2018
Professional Certificate - Human Resources Management
Professional Human Resource Institute
Pastel /VIP Sage Payroll and Evolution Accounting Software - Accounting and Payroll
Multi-soft Solutions
BSc - Public Administration
Catholic University
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