Nathan Afari-Kwarteng FCCA. MBA
Accra
Summary
Dedicated Finance professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Strategy Execution Manager
Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited
08.2022 - Current
- Liaised with various functional units within bank in execution of strategy and completion of projects and tasks
- Collaborated closely with all internal stakeholders within the bank
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Continuous tracked Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including using frameworks/tools to monitor and report on implementation of strategic objectives across all functional units and identify new ways of improving upon performance reporting across the bank
- Provided inputs for development of business objectives and preparation of budgets across the bank and co-own strategy formulation process
- Takes active part in defining and scoping strategic projects with internal stakeholders.
Finance Manager-Corporate & Investment Banking BP
Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited
04.2016 - 08.2022
- Liaised with Divisional Directors of Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) to develop strategic goals for the unit; which ties in with strategic goals of the bank.
- Spearheaded the financial restructuring of the Corporate Banking Balance sheet following an energy debt crisis.
- Worked with the Chief Finance Office, Head of Business Performance and other stakeholder to develop a budget for CIB business in line with the strategic goals
- Develop a 3-year and 5-year forecast for the bank and various divisions including CIB
- Provided weekly insight into the performance of CIB business and worked with business heads to come-up with strategies and tactics to address shortfalls
- Partnered and provided insightful analysis to optimize business performance, ensuring that appropriate short-to-medium term objectives for business units are set and achieved
- Lead presentation to the Deputy Managing Director on the monthly performance of the CIB Business
- Preparation of monthly performance report for Strategic Business Units (SBUs)
- Finance lead for training, development and capacity building for other support functions
Retail Banking Business Partner
Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited
07.2013 - 03.2016
- Prepared the budget of the Retail Banking Directorate (Consumer Banking) and assisting in the preparation of Branch budget
- Prepared Weekly Strategy Report for Executive Committee
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for resolving non-performing loan portfolio.
- Prepared Monthly Receivable report for both Retail and Wholesale Banking divisions
- Assisted in the preparation of Annual Financial Statement in accordance with IFRS
- Prepared financial models to aid in financial decision making
- Prepared ad-hoc report to aid in planning, controlling and strategic decision making.
Finance and Administration Officer
JHK Investments Ltd
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Set up accounting and finance function for company.
- Administered and monitored financial system in order to ensure that they are maintained and updated accurately and timely manner.
- Prepared short to medium term budget and conducting monthly, quarterly and yearly variance analysis.
- Prepared projected cashflows and other financial information for purpose of securing loan
- Administered employee files and records in order to ensure accurate payment of benefits and allowances.
- Administered monthly payroll in order to ensure that employees are paid accurately and timely manner.
- Maintaining and regularly updating Asset Register of company.
- Negotiating and Drafting contract documents for contractors.
- Prepared Annual Financial Report in accordance with IFRS
- Administered yearly budget to manage office requirements such as service contracts, postage costs and supply replenishment.
- Troubleshot employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
Reconciliation Assistant
Multimedia Group, Joy FM
06.2009 - 08.2009
- Reconciled debtors’ statement with client’s statement
- Reconciled Transmission Certificate with client’s work order
- Reviewed debtors’ statement for any contentious issues and bringing it to the attention of the credit controller
- Provided clients with their up-to-date invoices.
Accountant Trainee
VT- CONSULT
07.2008 - 01.2009
- Assessed whether financial statements prepared by companies are in accordance with IFRS, IAS and Statutory law
- Assessed internal control as a source of assurance, and reporting on any weaknesses by way of a Management Letter
- Attended inventory count to ensure that its quantity and conditions are correctly recorded
- Reviewed client’s monthly receivable and bank reconciliation
- Assisted client with their preparation of financial statement
- Prepared Projected Cash flow statement for clients
- Assisted clients with the establishment of sales, purchases and a comprehensive payroll system.
Education
MBA - Finance
Coventry University
England-UK11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting
Oxford Brookes University
England-UK09.2013
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Achimota School
Accra, Ghana09.2005
Skills
- Excellent English communication both written and spoken
- Ability to analyse financial and economic data
- Displays strong risk awareness
- Microsoft office suit – Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Displays commercial drive and strong business sense and is service/ client oriented
- Displays strong team skills
- Capacity to think strategically, with a strong understanding for business needs
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with Chief Finance Officer and Director of Corporate Banking to restructure the Balance sheet of Corporate Banking
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop a revenue model for our inclusive banking segment.
- Developed a training content to facilitate the training of Regional Sales Managers
- Collaborated with Director of Strategy to develop a business case for the creation of a Business Banking segment.
Certification
Fellow - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Timeline
Strategy Execution Manager
Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited
08.2022 - Current
Finance Manager-Corporate & Investment Banking BP
Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited
04.2016 - 08.2022
Retail Banking Business Partner
Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited
07.2013 - 03.2016
Finance and Administration Officer
JHK Investments Ltd
06.2010 - 06.2013
Reconciliation Assistant
Multimedia Group, Joy FM
06.2009 - 08.2009
Accountant Trainee
VT- CONSULT
07.2008 - 01.2009
MBA - Finance
Coventry University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting
Oxford Brookes University
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Achimota School
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