KOFI SAMUEL BATSA
Osu
Summary
Dynamic Business Insight Manager with a proven track record at Vivo Energy Ghana Limited, excelling in data analysis and project management. Adept at enhancing reporting processes and fostering team collaboration, I leverage SAP and Crystal Reports to drive strategic insights and improve operational efficiency. Recognized for attention to detail and effective communication skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
BUSINESS INSIGHT MANAGER – VIVO ENERGY GROUP
VIVO ENERGY GHANA LIMITED
11.2023 - Current
- To accelerate delivery of high-quality business insight via SAC reporting
- To own our eventual suite of BI reports and drive continuous improvements and new developments once the 'project' phase is complete
- Defining / refining designs for reports and dashboards in SAC (working closely to guide PRO)
- Identifying the underlying data sources and required calculations for the reports (working with OU MIs/FMs)
- Analysing data quality issues and supporting the process of improving the data (working with Finance Projects team)
- Guiding Datasphere and SAC developers in building reports
- Creating guidelines and training to embed usage of reports and correct data processes within OUs & central teams
- Ultimately, a) owning the suite of reports and being responsible for their maintenance and improvement, and development of additional reports across all business areas
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION ANALYST
VIVO ENERGY GHANA LIMITED
08.2015 - 10.2023
- Preparation of the company's five-year budget
- Collecting, organizing and inputing information into digital database.
- Develope and manage project plans while providing status updates to management.
- Maintain quality-focused performance benchmarks and schedules when directing project teams.
- Create, oversaw and updated policies, information, standards and guidelines on regular basis.
- Explore new technologies and tools for productivity, security and quality assurance purposes.
- Management Reporting and Analytics
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations, garnishments and withholdings.
- Voided checks and issued stop payment orders to correct payroll discrepancies.
- Implemented various payroll-related policies, procedures and regulations to adhere to changing company and governmental standards.
- Reviewed, investigated and corrected errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
- Implemented payroll reconciliation tools to improve report accuracy.
ASSISTANT MANAGER SUPPLY CHAIN/FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Implemented clear and effective planning strategies to meet supply chain needs, meet demand and optimize distribution.
- Enhanced supply chain processes, strengthening planning procedures, organizing schedules and maintaining records.
- Handled procurement, logistics and recordkeeping to facilitate and enhance company operations.
- Motivated team members to accomplish distribution performance goals and achieve inventory objectives.
- Conducted vendor monitoring and supply chain management activities in compliance with internal logistics standards.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, patterns and strategies.
- Compiled analytical data into reports.
- Monitored and analyzed key performance indicators and financial ratios.
- Assessed budgetary performance to reduce expenses and address losses and discrepancies.
ASSISTANT MANAGER FINANCIAL REPORTING & BISO
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
01.2011 - 04.2014
- Supported the business in harmonizing information flow in the business by serving as the source of timely and quality information for decision making.
- Checked that all reportable security incidents have been logged within Citicus.
- Developed a Unilever Ghana One information house (Information office) Master files administration.
- Administered access control: for applications processing or storing Red Status or Confidential information, determine if any request for access to information was made.
- Management results and concern results reporting.
- Responsible for the provision of accurate and timely information to support business performance, reporting and decision making.
- Reviewed, rationalized and produce monthly Management information booklet.
- Completed assessments for all requests to access information from external locations and/or by third parties.
- Ensured of full compliance with the Disaster Recovery Plan.
- Informed consistently the employees on recent news regarding information security.
- Ensured consistent and efficient communication of employees on the Information Protection Policy.
- Prepared financial statements and activity reports and completed company's annual audits within expected timeframes.
- Networked within communities to identify and capitalize on business opportunities.
- Researched historical financial and operating records to establish budgetary benchmarks and formulate long-term financial management strategies.
HEAD OF FINANCIAL REPORTING
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Created detailed technical reports highlighting findings to diverse stakeholders.
- Analyzed budgets and implemented action plans to rectify issues.
- Created in-depth spreadsheets, which detailed trends and forecasts for revenue, profitability and expenses.
- Built optimum financial packages based on market conditions and clients' capital needs.
- Interpreted data on price and yield future investment-risk trends, economic influences and other factors affecting investment programs.
- As a key member of the Financial Accounts Leadership Team, responsible to the Finance Manager for the efficient management of Concern reporting.
- Produced Concern accounts in line with requirements of UK Standards and relevant International Financial Reporting Standards.
- Successfully reporting on the disposal of the Frytol brand without any audit query
- Achievement of company's 2010 Operational Cash Flow target
FINANCE ASSISTANT
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
12.2007 - 04.2010
- Responsible to the Estate Accountant for the efficient maintenance of proper books of accounts in accordance with Unilever Accounting principles, the Company's Code and Professional Accounting standards.
- Examined vouchers and coding prior to their posting into the Ledger.
- Daily monitored cash positions at the various banks and submission of regular reports – normally once a week on Mondays by 2.30p.m – on cash positions/forecasts for the next four (4) weeks to Senior Management through the Estate Accountant.
- Managed all cash affairs and ensured that the company's system for the receipt and payment of all cash or cheques are regularly reviewed in order to ensure that they are sufficiently adequate to guard against abuse, unnecessary errors and fraud.
- Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Followed specific company rules to maintain integrity and security of data.
- Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
- TWIFO OIL PALM PLANTATIONS LIMITED
- During my first year was able to reconcile and ensure that the total value of stocks in the Inventory Module matches that in the General Module. This had been always an audit issue.
- Was able to reduce the number of reconcile items on the company's various bank reconciliation to the barest minimum. This was achieved through prudent and timely preparation of the various bank reconciliations. This was also a source of audit queries in the past.
- Was also able to design various reports through the use of crystal reports to meet the information needs of management and other colleagues.
- Helped in the timely preparation of monthly reports.
PROJECT ASSISTANT
TWIFO OIL PALM PLANTATIONS LIMITED
10.2007 - 11.2007
- Coordinated in the preparation of financial plan and target for the company and to assist in reporting and budgetary control.
- Helpled in the general postings.
- Successful implementation and roll out of Eflex to replace Sunsystems.
NATIONAL SERVICE PERSON
TWIFO OIL PALM PLANTATIONS LIMITED
01.2007 - 09.2007
- Coordinated the parallel run and go-live of a new system (Eflex Millware) for the effective and efficient utilization of the various resources of the company, consolidating its accounting, estate and other processes into one data capture system.
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
- Accepted instruction from management regarding assignments and tasks.
- Performed clerical tasks by answering emails, ordering supplies and organizing and cleaning workplace.
EFLEX COORDINATOR
TWIFO OIL PALM PLANTATIONS LIMITED
04.2005 - 12.2006
- Flowcharting the various processes of the departments in the organization.
- Updated customer information in database.
- Gathered data and prepared materials for corporate meetings.
- Collaborated with team members to grow contributions through diligent focus and attention to detail.
- Worked well in a team environment as well as independently.
- Prepared the Bank Reconciliation Statement.
- Data gathering for the Buabeng project.
TEACHING ASSISTANT
INSTITUE OF COMPUTER STUDIES & SERVICES
ACCRA
05.2001 - 09.2001
- Teaching Assistant in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access & Database Programming.
- Instructed students on use of technology tools and equipment as well as methods for accessing information.
- Set up and maintained classroom computers and equipment.
- Devised project-based assignments to create opportunities for hands-on practice and skill building.
- Scored student assignments to measure comprehension.
- Attended seminars and workshops to discover latest advances in computer education.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to continually improve and refine program curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Administration (Accounting)
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Accra, Ghana01.2005
Certificate - Introduction To Investment Fundamentals of Finance and Financial Markets
GHANA STOCK EXCHANGE
Accra, Ghana10.2003
Certificate - Introduction to Computers, DOS / WINDOWS, Spreadsheet: - Microsoft Excel, Word Processing: - Microsoft Word, Programming: - Database Programming, Desktop Publishing: - Corel Draw
INSTITUTE OF COMPUTER STUDIES & SERVICES
Labonne, Ghana04.2001
Senior Secondary Certificate -
PRESBYTERIAN BOYS SECONDARY SCHOOL
Legon, Ghana12.2000
Basic Education Certificate Examination -
SOUL CLINIC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Accra, Ghana08.1997
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Knowledge of banking laws
- Independent work capability
- Interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Presentation skills
- Crystal Reports proficiency
- Microsoft Visio expertise
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Microsoft Access knowledge
- Microsoft PowerPoint expertise
- Database programming
- Project management with MS Project
- SAP proficiency
- SAC knowledge
Timeline
BUSINESS INSIGHT MANAGER – VIVO ENERGY GROUP
VIVO ENERGY GHANA LIMITED
11.2023 - Current
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION ANALYST
VIVO ENERGY GHANA LIMITED
08.2015 - 10.2023
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
05.2015 - 07.2015
ASSISTANT MANAGER SUPPLY CHAIN/FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
04.2014 - 07.2015
ASSISTANT MANAGER FINANCIAL REPORTING & BISO
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
01.2011 - 04.2014
HEAD OF FINANCIAL REPORTING
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
04.2010 - 12.2010
FINANCE ASSISTANT
UNILEVER GHANA LIMITED
12.2007 - 04.2010
PROJECT ASSISTANT
TWIFO OIL PALM PLANTATIONS LIMITED
10.2007 - 11.2007
NATIONAL SERVICE PERSON
TWIFO OIL PALM PLANTATIONS LIMITED
01.2007 - 09.2007
EFLEX COORDINATOR
TWIFO OIL PALM PLANTATIONS LIMITED
04.2005 - 12.2006
TEACHING ASSISTANT
INSTITUE OF COMPUTER STUDIES & SERVICES
05.2001 - 09.2001
Bachelor of Science - Administration (Accounting)
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Certificate - Introduction To Investment Fundamentals of Finance and Financial Markets
GHANA STOCK EXCHANGE
Certificate - Introduction to Computers, DOS / WINDOWS, Spreadsheet: - Microsoft Excel, Word Processing: - Microsoft Word, Programming: - Database Programming, Desktop Publishing: - Corel Draw
INSTITUTE OF COMPUTER STUDIES & SERVICES
Senior Secondary Certificate -
PRESBYTERIAN BOYS SECONDARY SCHOOL
Basic Education Certificate Examination -
SOUL CLINIC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Languages
C2 Proficient, A2 Elementary
Membership
- Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants – Ghana
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation – Ghana
- Student Member Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (Completed all exams awaiting certification)
Other Courses Attended
- Training Programme in Service Excellence, Unilever Ghana Limited, 07/01/08
- Course in Excellence in Finance Execution, Nairobi, Kenya, 09/01/10
- Excellence in Business Partnering, South Africa, 04/01/12
References
- Kilai Muasya, Finance Manager, Vivo Energy Ghana Limited
- Micheal Tyson, Group Chief Finance Officer, Enterprise Group
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Reading books on Motivational, History & Leadership Books as well as the Economist
Languages
C2 Proficient, A2 Elementary
Membership
- Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants – Ghana
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation – Ghana
- Student Member Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (Completed all exams awaiting certification)
Other Courses Attended
- Training Programme in Service Excellence, Unilever Ghana Limited, 07/01/08
- Course in Excellence in Finance Execution, Nairobi, Kenya, 09/01/10
- Excellence in Business Partnering, South Africa, 04/01/12
References
- Kilai Muasya, Finance Manager, Vivo Energy Ghana Limited
- Micheal Tyson, Group Chief Finance Officer, Enterprise Group
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Reading books on Motivational, History & Leadership Books as well as the Economist
Languages
C2 Proficient, A2 Elementary
Membership
- Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants – Ghana
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation – Ghana
- Student Member Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (Completed all exams awaiting certification)
Other Courses Attended
- Training Programme in Service Excellence, Unilever Ghana Limited, 07/01/08
- Course in Excellence in Finance Execution, Nairobi, Kenya, 09/01/10
- Excellence in Business Partnering, South Africa, 04/01/12