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NORA ADDOBEA ASIAMAH
Accra
Summary
I am a highly motivated and resourceful Accounts and Administrative Assistant with recent experience in data entry, data analysis, bills processing and reconciliation, and purchase ledgers acquired within fast-paced Cocoa Industry, I am skilled in utilizing my advanced communication and interpersonal skills to successfully establish and maintain relationships with colleagues, debtors and Local Buying Companies (LBCs). I pride myself on my exceptional organizational ability and I can effectively manage my time to meet multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Attentive to detail, with a logical and analytical approach, I am accustomed to solving problems and issues. Diligent accounting professional with superior account reconciliation skill and passion for continuous improvement. Bringing 5 years of excellent performance in Accounting Manager roles and commendation for providing consistent empowering leadership.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounts Officer
Ghana Cocoa Board
11.2021 - Current
- Successfully assisted in communicating widely with the representatives of the Local Buying Companies of Cocoa Beans and other key stakeholders to validate payments and raise payment vouchers using the SAGE 300 software
- Successfully assisted in processing Cocoa Taken over Receipts (CTORs) within a day and posting all entries into the accounts using the SAGE 300 software and Microsoft Excel
- Enhanced financial reporting efficiency with thorough account reconciliations and analysis.
- Assisting in reconciliation of receivable ledger with monthly payment and deposits on fertilizer payments and assisting in producing monthly management reports on fertilizer distribution and repayments for the Board and Management decisions
- Maintain spreadsheets data on debtors and regularly updating data for management decisions.
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive financial information, ensuring the protection of company assets and maintaining a high level of professional integrity.
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing comprehensive journal entries and adjusting balances as necessary.
Assistant Account Officer
Cocoa Marketing Company (Gh) Limited
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Assisted in the payment and receipt of cash on behalf of the TOC
- Prepared petty cash and imprest reimbursement reports for onward submission to head office
- Dispatched cheques received from head office to respective payees undertaking banking activities for the TOC
- Recorded of all cash and bank transactions into the system
- Monitored and reported of retirement thresholds for imprest issued.
- Enhanced client satisfaction levels through prompt resolution of billing disputes or errors, demonstrating professionalism at all times.
- Supported budget development by providing historical expense data and projecting future costs based on current trends.
High School Tutor
Preset Pace Setters Senior High School.
Accra
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Inspired students to set personal goals and achieve them through consistent effort and dedication.
- Implemented study skills workshops to improve retention rates among high school students.
- Encouraged collaborative learning among peers, strengthening overall group understanding of course material.
- Aided students in improving organizational skills, leading to better time management and increased productivity.
Warehousing and Port Operations Clerk
Cocoa Marketing Company (Gh) Limited
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Successfully achieved 100% accuracy in counting cocoa bags including IMH
- Operated a point and build countable stacks including proper weight record of sample residues from QCC for each quantities offloaded and evacuated
- Ensured Trucks/containers are accurately loaded with the right quantities of cocoa bags
- Recorded of all cash and bank transactions into the system
- Completed the activity book with accurate collated figures from the field, and updated daily the stack information display (SID), stack history and any other relevant source document.
- Enhanced office organization with regular maintenance of files, records, and supplies inventory.
Assistant Audit Officer (National Service Personnel)
Seed Production Division (S.P.D)
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted in the Pre-Audit of documents and payment vouchers
- Assisted in the Post-Audit activities in both financial and operational audits
- Engaged in the inspection of all items purchased by the Division before receiving into stores
- Assisted in monthly Audit report writing.
Audit Assistant (Intern)
Seed Production Division (S.P.D)
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted in the Pre-Audit of documents and payment vouchers
- Assisted in the Post-Audit activities in both financial and operational audits
- Engaged in the inspection of all items purchased by the Division before receiving into stores
- Assisted in monthly Audit report writing.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Finance
University of Professional Studies
Accra, Ghana 05.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Professional Studies, GhanaA
Accra, Ghana 05.2015 - 05.2017
Diploma in Accounting -
University of Professional Studies, Ghana
Accra, Ghana 09.2012 - 05.2014
WASSCE Certificate Examination -
Keta Business Senior High School
Keta, Ghana 01.2008 - 05.2012
Skills
Internal Auditing
Internal controls implementation
Accounts receivable and payable
General ledger entry
Accounting experience
Accounting Software Proficiency
Credit Control
Microsoft Office
Data Entry
Financial Recordkeeping
Data Analysis
Written Communication
Administrative Oversight
ERP Software
SAGE 300
Certification
Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG)
Interests
Research
References
- Mr. Daniel Gyabaa, Ghana Cocoa Board, Deputy Director of Finance (PF), 0243354794
- Mr. Edwin Aryeh-Teye, Cocoa Marketing Company (Gh) Ltd, Principal Account Officer, 0553293800
- Mr. Yaw Ofori (CA), Seed Production Division (COCOBOD), Audit Manger, 0244954993
Timeline
Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG)
07-2024
Accounts Officer
Ghana Cocoa Board
11.2021 - Current
Assistant Account Officer
Cocoa Marketing Company (Gh) Limited
10.2019 - 10.2021
High School Tutor
Preset Pace Setters Senior High School.
09.2019 - 08.2020
Warehousing and Port Operations Clerk
Cocoa Marketing Company (Gh) Limited
05.2019 - 09.2019
Assistant Audit Officer (National Service Personnel)
Seed Production Division (S.P.D)
09.2017 - 08.2018
MBA - Accounting And Finance
University of Professional Studies
05.2017 - 05.2019
Audit Assistant (Intern)
Seed Production Division (S.P.D)
06.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Professional Studies, GhanaA
05.2015 - 05.2017
Diploma in Accounting -
University of Professional Studies, Ghana
09.2012 - 05.2014
WASSCE Certificate Examination -
Keta Business Senior High School
01.2008 - 05.2012