MICHAEL MENSAH AHORLU ACMA,CGMA
ACCRA
Summary
I am a meticulous, diligent, dynamic, and thorough individual. I have passion for business development, and negotiation with excellent communication and report writing skills. I enjoy new challenges that will enable me unleash my potentials. I am result oriented, enthusiastic, proactive and possess a strong will to succeed. I am innovative and work efficiently both in a team and individually. I also possess excellent organizational skills, projects planning skills and adaptable to new systems.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Finance and Accounts Manager
LIFEFORMS LIMITED
ACCRA,GHANA
09.2018 - Current
- Evaluated project applications and verified with outline specifications to approve, reject and recommend adjustments.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Managed investments to diversify financial portfolios and grow revenue.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Maintained responsive organization with sustained revenue growth through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning.
- Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
- Developed corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security.
Project Administrator
MOTHERWELL BRIDGE INC
LIBERIA
07.2016 - 09.2018
- Resolved conflicts and disputes between contractors and other stakeholders.
- Avoided construction delays by efficiently following through with site inspections.
- Conducted walk-throughs with clients prior to project close, completing punchlists and answering all questions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with contractors, sub-contractors and stakeholders to support successful project completion.
- Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs ranging from small to large budgets.
- Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress for stakeholders.
- Participated in project budget and cost control measures, tracking progress and making necessary financial adjustments to meet company goals.
- Monitored project milestones and adjusted scheduling to meet deadlines.
- Handled scheduling of subcontractors and staff to complete projects within required timeframes.
Accounts Officer
LIFEFORMS LIMITED
ACCRA,GHANA
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
- Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Supervised accounting department operations and team of up seven employees.
- Managed payroll operations for team of fifty two (52) employees.
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Strengthened financial operations by conducting bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
Education
ACMA,CGMA - ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
CHATERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS-CIMA
UNITED KINGDOM08.2022
MBA - ACCOUNTING AND TAXATION
GHANA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND PUBLIC ADMIN.
ACCRA,GHANA08.2018
POST-GRADUATE DEPLOMA BUSINESS ADMIN. - PgDip - Business Administration And Management
GHANA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND PUBLIC ADMIN.
ACCRA,GHANA06.2016
Bachelor of Science - ACCOUNTING
UNIVERSITY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES, ACCRA
GHANA08.2013
Skills
- Project Management
- Financial Budgeting
- Workflow Coordination
- Budgeting and Variance Analysis
- Deal Negotiations
- Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Internal Controls and Reporting Systems
- Business Administration
- Manage Cash Flow
- Cost Control and Reduction
- Corporate Tax Filings
Affiliations
CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS - CIMA
ASSOCIATION OF INTERNATIONAL CERTITIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS - AICPA
ASSOCIATE CHATERED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT - ACMA
CHARTERED GLOBAL MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT - ACGMA
Timeline
Deputy Finance and Accounts Manager
LIFEFORMS LIMITED
09.2018 - Current
Project Administrator
MOTHERWELL BRIDGE INC
07.2016 - 09.2018
Accounts Officer
LIFEFORMS LIMITED
08.2013 - 06.2016
ACMA,CGMA - ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
CHATERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS-CIMA
MBA - ACCOUNTING AND TAXATION
GHANA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND PUBLIC ADMIN.
POST-GRADUATE DEPLOMA BUSINESS ADMIN. - PgDip - Business Administration And Management
GHANA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AND PUBLIC ADMIN.
Bachelor of Science - ACCOUNTING
UNIVERSITY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES, ACCRA