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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Football, Reading
Languages
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Kwame Safo-Adu

Cape Coast

Summary

Proven Senior Auditing Assistant with a track record of enhancing audit efficiency and financial accuracy at the University Of Cape Coast. Skilled in Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and Microsoft Excel, adept at streamlining processes and fostering client relationships. Demonstrated ability to improve financial reporting and reduce expenses, showcasing strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Auditing Assistant

University Of Cape Coast, Cape Coast
05.2015 - Current
  • Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining the organization and tracking of financial documents.
  • Conducted thorough reviews of financial statements for accuracy, identifying discrepancies and potential issues.
  • Assisted in the development of a risk-based audit approach, increasing the effectiveness of internal controls assessment.
  • Collaborated with senior auditors to complete audits on time, ensuring client satisfaction and timely reporting.
  • Performed detailed analysis of accounting records to identify errors or inconsistencies, leading to improved financial reporting.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, facilitating open communication during the auditing process.
  • Supported team members in various audit tasks, promoting effective collaboration and efficient completion of projects.

Accountant

Sunyani Regional Hospital
09.2008 - 01.2014
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining accounting processes and implementing new financial software.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.

Education

No Degree - Accounting And Finance

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
London, United Kingdom
12.2022

Master of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Ghana
Greater Accra
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast
09.2007

Skills

  • Sarbanes-Oxley Act
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Taxation Knowledge
  • Internal Auditing
  • Audit Planning
  • Cost accounting

Affiliations

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, United Kingdom

Football, Reading

I enjoy  watching football  especially  when  my  club Manchester  United  is playing. I normally  use that  moment to  relax and  rekindle my  self.


I also  enjoy  reading  because  it  gives me the  opportunity  to  learn  new  things to  add  to  what  i already  know.

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Senior Auditing Assistant

University Of Cape Coast, Cape Coast
05.2015 - Current

Accountant

Sunyani Regional Hospital
09.2008 - 01.2014

No Degree - Accounting And Finance

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Master of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Ghana

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Cape Coast
Kwame Safo-Adu