MAWULI KWAME SARBAH
Accra
Summary
PERSONAL PROFILE
Skilled finance professional bringing 10+ years of experience working within severally FMCG organizations. Proven leadership and success in leading teams to achieve financial goals. Accomplished in working with executive leaders to develop business, financial, and growth strategies.
Strong finance professional with an MSc. Accounting and Finance from Accra Business School, a Credit Management Certification from the Chartered Institute of Credit Management- (CICM) Ghana, and a Bachelor’s in Accounting from the University of Professional Studies, Accra.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Controller
Syycol Limited & HRCH Limited
09.2021 - Current
- Coordinating with external financial, compliance, and tax auditors
- Creating and monitoring company policies and internal controls, especially spending controls, to safeguard company assets and reduce fraud
- Developing financial strategy, including risk minimization plans and opportunity forecasting
- Ensuring compliance with local law, tax provisions, and relevant industry and financial regulations
- Identified efficiencies and opportunities for cost reductions across the business
- Mentoring and managing accounting, finance, and general Admin staff
- Advising company managers on operations activities based on knowledge of the underlying business.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Used Quickbooks to identify and track fraudulent activities.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 50 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Planned budgets, authorized expenditures, monitored accounting processes, established service rates, and coordinated financial reporting to oversee all fiscal procedures.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports, and income statements.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing the reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Calculated salesperson commissions based on established parameters and disbursed payments.
Finance & Administration Lead
W. Demeks Limited
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Spearheaded expansion strategies to increase business market share.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts, and account reconciliations.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Managed regular finance tracking for numerous branch offices and headquarters expenses.
Credit Controller
AB-InBev, Accra Brewery Limited
08.2016 - 11.2018
- Reached out to customers to check on payments and convey options.
- Established and maintained customer and staff policies.
- Used Syspro and flow-centric to perform credit appraisals, and document verification.
- Optimized credit approval and collection processes, improving operational efficiencies by over 80%.
- Performed semi-annual account credit limit reviews and credit increase review requests from financial service and sales teams.
- Trained and mentored new department employees to maximize performance.
- Responded to disputes calmly and applied logical, knowledgeable approaches to devise solutions.
- Obtained and reviewed credit reports, credit references, credit insurance, and financial statements to establish credit limits for new accounts.
- Devised collection recovery strategies to resolve customer issues and delinquent cases.
- Reviewed customer accounts for compliance with repayment obligations.
Accounts Officer
SABMiller Ghana, Accra Brewery Limited and Voltic Ghana Limited
01.2012 - 07.2016
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Product Sales Manager
African Support Network
05.2011 - 11.2011
- Planned and designed product displays by developing layouts, themes, colors, and props.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of the business.
- Adjusted and established selling prices by monitoring competition, costs, and supply and demand.
- Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
- Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
- Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
- Facilitated business by implementing practical networking techniques.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired employees and implemented a mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Built relationships with customers and the community to establish long-term business growth.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase the return customer base.
Business Development Executive
Asterix Insurance and Bank Brokers
08.2010 - 02.2011
- Implemented creative sales training techniques for new and existing staff to increase revenue and overall success.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions and close deals.
- Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
- Presented professional image consistent with the company's brand values.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories, and completing purchases.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales pieces of training.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating a compelling, persuasive, and composed professional demeanor.
- Built relationships with customers and the community to promote long-term business growth.
- Utilized market trends, mission priorities and customer goals to envision, shape, and close new opportunities.
Education
Certified Professional in Credit and Risk Management - Fellow Accra -
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
Accra Business School
Accra, Ghana09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance
University of Professional Studies, UPSA
Accra, Ghana08.2014
Professional Diploma - Business Administration
Institute of Professional Studies (IPS)
Accra, Ghana05.2011
Skills
- Project Management
- Financial Statement Review
- Commission Calculation
- Credit and Debt Card Processing
- AP/AR Invoicing
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Month-End and Year-End Closings
- Account Reconciliation
- Staff Management
- Budgetary Planning
- Budget Administration
- General Ledger Accounting
Accomplishments
- Exceeded 2022 revenue goals by 25%.
- Cut the total of past-due accounts from 29% to 18%.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised a team of 13 staff members.
- Optimized workflow and reduced variances by recommending and introducing new accounting software.
Certification
April 2019
Cambridge Center of Excellence Project Management Professional (PMP) Accra – Ghana
May 2015 Executive Certificate Program (ECP) Credit Portfolio and Risk Management Logos Business School, Manet Junction –Spintex, Ghana
May 2014 International Organization for Capacity Building, Credit Risk Analysis Accra – Ghana Country Office
Timeline
Financial Controller
Syycol Limited & HRCH Limited
09.2021 - Current
Finance & Administration Lead
W. Demeks Limited
01.2019 - 01.2021
Credit Controller
AB-InBev, Accra Brewery Limited
08.2016 - 11.2018
Accounts Officer
SABMiller Ghana, Accra Brewery Limited and Voltic Ghana Limited
01.2012 - 07.2016
Product Sales Manager
African Support Network
05.2011 - 11.2011
Business Development Executive
Asterix Insurance and Bank Brokers
08.2010 - 02.2011
Certified Professional in Credit and Risk Management - Fellow Accra -
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
Accra Business School
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance
University of Professional Studies, UPSA
Professional Diploma - Business Administration
Institute of Professional Studies (IPS)