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Lazarus Lanquaye Lamptey

BIRMINGHAM

Summary

A focused and accomplished Chartered Accountant with several years’ experience in leading financial and commercial strategies to drive growth and efficiency. Valued for significant contribution to transformation of performance. Adopts analytical insight and approach to streamlining processes and procedures to enhance cost, operational efficiency and strengthen reputation. Brings a proven expertise in contract negotiations, financial planning, analysis, treasury management and financial reporting for an organizations. Professional, board experience, delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Director Finance and Administration

Luton Engineering Services Ltd
Accra
01.2021 - Current
  • Managed and motivated staff to meet high performance standards and promote professional development.
  • Assisted in achieving the company's business objectives by offering valuable input on financial strategy
  • Implemented effective budgetary controls to manage the company's annual operating budget, successfully meeting all financial targets and ensuring compliance with financial and statutory regulations.
  • Managed the timely and accurate preparation of company's financial accounts
  • Ensured effective financial management by developing and maintaining all required systems, policies, and procedures within the organization
  • Ensured compliance with administration and financial regulations relating tax laws
  • Monitored external contracts and services provided by suppliers, ensuring efficient operations for optimal value to the company
  • Carry out all necessary actions to ensure that the company meets its financial and legal obligations.
  • Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
  • Prepared presentations for board meetings summarizing key developments within the company.
  • Reviewed internal reports and identified areas of risk or potential cost savings.
  • Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for materials or services.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards.
  • Monitored inventory levels, managed procurement processes.
  • Supported work-life balance to improve staff morale.
  • Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and business growth.
  • Successfully improved employment turnover through creating incentive and training programs.

General Manager

TV3 Network Ltd.
Accra
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Established effective partnerships with stakeholders for improved results
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing a team composed of diverse professionals in finance, human resources, business development, and IT while maintaining positive relationships
  • Successfully secured lucrative deals with leading companies including Airtel, PZ Cursons, and MTN
  • Achieved revenue and margin expectations through contract evaluation
  • Efficiently managed commercial activities to minimize operational risk
  • Executed optimal financial management by implementing corporate financial procedures and effectively managing operating budgets and long-term financial plans.
  • Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
  • Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
  • Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
  • Led employee evaluations with constructive feedback to boost performance.
  • Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.

Finance Director

Rikair Company Limited
Accra
01.2015 - 2020
  • - Implemented oversight methods to monitor progress and ensure a high standard in the technical and managerial aspects of finance.
    - Driven by a commitment to excellence, successfully improved the efficiency of financial processes through effective monitoring techniques.
    - Demonstrated strong leadership skills by implementing oversight methods that guarantee progress and maintain quality standards in finance.
  • Led finance personnel in driving a high standard of service and ensuring accountability for performance management
  • Provided expertise in financial planning and budget preparation, contributing to proposal and operational budget development
  • Highlighted financial accountabilities communicated expectations and offered constructive feedback on forecasts and expenditure
  • Conducted thorough analysis of financial reports and project costs to ensure alignment with budget and contractual obligations.
  • Reduced financial risk by providing coaching on variance implications to personnel.

Education

MSc Accounting with Finance -

London South Bank University
01.2007

ACCA Chartered -

London College of Accountancy
01.2004

Skills

  • Financial management
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Continuous improvement
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • People management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Treasury management
  • Performance optimization
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Financial reporting

Accomplishments

  • Involved in arranging Fifteen million pound credit facility from Access bank UK to finance Electricity Company of Ghana Supervisory Central and Data Acquisition project in Accra.
  • Involved in the acquisition and implementation of inventory management system to manage all inventory held by Luton Ghana at various warehouses across the country.
  • Boosted sales revenue by 70% over 8-month period, renegotiating contracts offering improved terms.
  • Strengthened brand image, increased client numbers by 40% and market share by 4%, rebranding products and augmenting customer interaction
  • Resolved union labour dispute resulting in finalization of CBA, conducting open and transparent negotiations
  • Streamlined financial management strategies, improving investment portfolio and liquidity
  • Influential in set up of new company, spearheading establishment of finance department to astutely manage financial activity
  • Achieved all regulatory obligations and financial targets, formulating procedures and driving shrewd financial management

Further Information

Highly skilled in Microsoft Office suite, Proficient in use of accounting software, Multilingual – English, Ga and Fanti

Professional Development

  • International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Advance Financial Modelling
  • Executive Certificate in Management and Corporate Leadership
  • Compliance with Financial Report Standards (IFRS)

Volunteer Experience

Executive Member – Prison Ministry, ICGC Holy Ghost Temple

Timeline

Director Finance and Administration

Luton Engineering Services Ltd
01.2021 - Current

Finance Director

Rikair Company Limited
01.2015 - 2020

General Manager

TV3 Network Ltd.
01.2013 - 12.2014

MSc Accounting with Finance -

London South Bank University

ACCA Chartered -

London College of Accountancy

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