MAXWELL ITSIAH-YAWSON
South McCarthy Hills, Accra-Ghana.
Summary
Highly experienced Accountant and Administrative professional, bringing forth over 10 years of valuable industry experience in Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, Tax, Cash management, Treasury Management, Audit, General Administration and Operations, with commitment to providing a variety of financial and analytical review services to organizations and clients. Proven track record of driving business growth, improving financial performance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirement. Seeking to work in a challenging establishment, which promotes and encourages career advancement and to use dedicated skills in achieving the organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Officer
Tropo Farms Limited
04.2019 - 07.2024
- Managed accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, project accounting and ensured accuracy and timeliness.
- Developed, implemented and maintained systems, procedures and policies, including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines.
- Managed monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information while ensuring accuracy of financial statements and Management Accounts.
- Provided accounting assistance to project managers and operations staff and respond to financial questions and concerns to meet business needs.
- Acted as a liaison between the company, government and regulatory bodies to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.
- Prepared and recommended operating and personnel budgets for approval, monitor spending for adherence to budget and recommend variances as and when required.
- Analyzed vendor credit applications and resolve all vendor issues.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors and ensure distribution of appropriate funds.
- Ensured that the creditors’ ledger is operated accurately, efficiently and to agreed timescale, and ensure that the creditors are paid accurately and on time.
- Ensured smooth operation of the weekly payment runs and adequate checks to ensure that the correct payments are made to the correct creditors.
- Provided technical accounting advice on financial transactions and ensured accurate coding within the department and organization as a whole.
- Processed and procedures in relation to accounting systems, reconciliation processes and procedures in accordance with accounting policies, financial regulations and best practice.
- Provided excellent customer service, manage and maintain good relationship with the internal and external stakeholders, in particular our key suppliers.
- Administered payroll for Local and Expatriates staff.
- Prepared, filed and paid withholding Tax schedule of suppliers or vendors for the company monthly.
- Prepared, filed and paid withholding Tax schedule of consultant’s expatriates for the company monthly.
- Prepared, filed and paid Income tax or PAYE for local staff and expatriates on behalf of the company.
- Prepared, validated and paid Tier 1 for local staff and expatriates on behalf of the company.
- Prepare, validate and pay Tier 2 and Tier 3 for local staff on behalf of the company.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
Accounts Payable Manager
THE TXT GROUP
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Developed, implemented, and maintained systems, procedures and policies including Accounts Payable functions to ensure adherence to Company guidelines.
- Managed accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, supplier’s ledger and project accounting to ensure accuracy and meet timelines
- Managed monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information to ensure accuracy of financial statement
- Provided accounting assistance to project Managers and operations staff and respond to financial concerns to meet business needs.
- Prepared and recommended operation and personnel budget for approval and monitor spending for thorough adherence.
- Oversaw routine department activities such as disbursing checks and processing payroll, to ensure they are completed accurately and on time.
- Compiled, analyzed and reported financial information to Management and governmental agencies
- Determined and evaluated all uncashed checks and open payables for various property filing.
- Analyzed vendor credit applications and resolved all vendors’ issues.
- Administered all disbursement demands and maintained records for same.
- Negotiated payments and discounted terms with vendor or suppliers to improve Company’s profit.
- Assisted in the review and preparation of financial reports for senior management.
- Documented processes and procedures as part of internal control and departmental training.
- Contributed to the upkeep and review of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy.
- Supervisory adherence to all monthly reporting compliance deadlines.
Accounts Payable Analyst
TXT Ghana Limited
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Processed accounts payable paperwork in timely manner and liaised with departmental heads to confirm delivery of goods and services before payment processing.
- Vetted invoices and all accompanying documents submitted to Finance department to ensure accuracy, authenticity and completeness before presenting for payment approval.
- Resolved any queries on invoice and return other to be resolved by business units.
- Reviewed expenses for accuracy and completeness before payment or refunds.
- Processed all payments on due dates and in accordance with agreed payment procedure.
- Ensured that checks are collected by suppliers without delay and follow up on bank transfers to ensure are done by bank in timely manner.
- Maintained appropriate and up to dates records of payments.
- Captured all payments in country's domicile currency into Tally ERP Accounting system to facilitate tracking, determination of liabilities at glance and payment processing.
- Reconciled all supplier accounts and kept them up to date every month.
- Produced monthly creditors report for management’s review.
- Ensured that staff and other imprest holders account for all advances taken promptly and in accordance with company policy.
- Held and accounted for office cash imprest.
- Assisted with finance operations of other business units within Group.
Accounts Officer (Payables & Receivables)
Global Lighting Centre Limited
09.2015 - 02.2016
- Paid over 700 invoices by verifying transaction information, scheduled and prepared disbursements and obtained authorization for payment.
- Obtained 90% of revenue by verifying transaction information, computed charges and refunds, prepared and mailed invoices, identified delinquent accounts and insufficient payments.
- Collected revenue by reminding delinquent accounts and notified customers of insufficient payments.
- Prepared financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
- Maintained accounting ledgers by posting account transactions into accounting software.
- Verified accounts by reconciling bank statements and transactions.
- Maintained financial security by following internal accounting controls.
- Maintained financial historical records by filing accounting documents.
- Resolved accounts discrepancies by investigating documentation and issuing stop payments, payments and adjustments.
- Secured financial information by completing data base backups into accounting software.
- Petty cash management and bank transactions.
Accountant Cum Administrative Manager
Pacific Logistics Ghana
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Made over 800 payments and receipts on behalf of the company.
- Negotiated business terms with over 500 clients and associated organizations.
- Monitored daily expenses and daily sales.
- Prepared, examined and analyzed financial statement (statement of financial position, income statement, cash flow statement and the statement of changes in equity).
- Kept accurate stock on the company products.
- Prepared and filed fixed assets registry on company’s assets.
- Petty Cash management.
- Prepared bank reconciliation statement weekly for 5 bank accounts.
- Prepared Statutory returns (VAT, SSNIT, PAYE, and WHT) for payment.
- Office management.
Internal Auditor
Edlorm Housing Ghana Limited
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Audited 15 books of accounts monthly.
- Maintained financial security by following internal controls.
- Obtained, analyzed and evaluated accounting documentation, previous reports, data and flowcharts.
- Identified loopholes and recommended risk aversion measures and cost savings.
- Prepared weekly and monthly audit reports to management.
- Developed and maintained all internal audit plans to suit the peculiarities of the organization.
- Evaluated company’s regulatory compliance program with consultation from legal counsel.
- Evaluated information security and associated risk exposure.
Teacher (National Service)
Poase Cement E.P JHS
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Prepared and presented over 55 lessons and teachings notes on time.
- Taught Mathematics and Information Communication Technology in Junior High School for 55 weeks.
- Prepared and presented monthly and terminal assessment reports for over 400 students.
- Offered counseling services to both parents and pupils.
- Represented the school in important meetings such as Zonal meetings, District meetings etc.
- Took pupils out for 3 field trips and excursions.
Education
ICAG (Part 2 Finalist) - Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana
Okponglo, Accra-Ghana12.2026
MBA - Finance & Administration.
University of Suffolk
United Kingdom, Ipswich.06.2025
Bachelor of Commerce - Bachelor of Commerce
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Central Region.08.2018
Higher National Diploma in Accountancy - Accounting
Koforidua Technical University
Koforidua, Eastern Region.07.2012
ACCE in Accounting & Financial Management
Ghana Institute of Mgt And Public Administration
Greenhill, Accra-Ghana.12.2009
Skills
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Time Management
- Leadership and Management Skills
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Office
- Computer and Technology Skills
- Communication Skills
- Technical Accounting Skills
- Financial Management Skills
- Business Acumen Skills
- Risk Management Skills
- Financial Planning and Advisory Skills
Software Competencies
SAP Business 1 Software
Tally ERP Software
Quickbooks Software
Sage Software
Alvaries Inventory Software
Sensoft Project Management Office
T24 Core Banking Software
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Fantse
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Twi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Ewe
Intermediate (B1)
Ga
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hobbies
Reading, Swimming, Playing football, and Watching movies
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Finance Officer
Tropo Farms Limited
04.2019 - 07.2024
Accounts Payable Manager
THE TXT GROUP
03.2018 - 03.2019
Accounts Payable Analyst
TXT Ghana Limited
03.2016 - 02.2018
Accounts Officer (Payables & Receivables)
Global Lighting Centre Limited
09.2015 - 02.2016
Accountant Cum Administrative Manager
Pacific Logistics Ghana
09.2014 - 08.2015
Internal Auditor
Edlorm Housing Ghana Limited
09.2013 - 08.2014
Teacher (National Service)
Poase Cement E.P JHS
09.2012 - 08.2013
ICAG (Part 2 Finalist) - Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana
MBA - Finance & Administration.
University of Suffolk
Bachelor of Commerce - Bachelor of Commerce
University of Cape Coast
Higher National Diploma in Accountancy - Accounting
Koforidua Technical University
ACCE in Accounting & Financial Management
Ghana Institute of Mgt And Public Administration