Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations
Daniel Nii Obli Quaye
Chartered Accountant
Accra
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing over fifteen years of expertise in Accounting, Finance, Budgeting and General business operations for Energy sector businesses. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Finance and operations).
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Super User-MICROSOFT DYNAMICS 365 (Finance)
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
03.2021 - Current
- Received first-hand training from Microsoft Dynamics 365 consultants in the Finance and Operations Modules.
- Provided training and support for End-Users.
- Identified, communicated and collaborated with consultants to resolve gaps in functionality of the system and requirements given by End-Users.
- Performed User Acceptance Tests of the final product.
- Led the change Impact Assessment process and recommend programmes and strategies to effectively communicate changes occasioned by the new system and promoted acceptance of new system.
Principal Budget Officer
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
07.2019 - Current
- Prepared organization’s annual budget and led the implementation of budgets.
- Designed and implemented effective budgeting policies and procedures.
- Initiated cost cutting strategies and implement financial controls on cost drivers across the organization.
- Prepared short-term cash flow analysis and forecast.
- Conducted financial analysis to identify trends for corrective measures.
- Developed financial strategies and provide advice on huge capital projects.
- Prepared Operational Overview Reports using accounting ratios.
- Conducted Budget Variance Analysis.
- Conducted Decision Support Analysis.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Reviewed operating budgets periodically to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
- Executed financial controls, procedures, systems and forecasting techniques to evaluate budget status.
- Analyzed revenues, expenditures, and cash management.
- Strengthened internal controls over public funds by ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.
- Improved financial efficiency by developing and implementing annual budgets for various departments.
- Streamlined budget processes to improve accuracy, consistency, and transparency in financial management.
- Submitted recommendations to budgets and forecasts for approval or disapproval.
- Utilized software to analyze and report on budget trends.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Process Lead for ERP Project Implementation
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Enabled successful implementation of Finance processes.
- Ensured that all processes are identified and resolved in a timely manner to the satisfaction of the process owner.
- Participated in solution education sessions, lead and initiate follow-ups to ensure understanding of the system is managed.
- Built and managed process lessons log: share best practices from previous implementations to support project discussions and decisions.
- Drove the delivery of process activities in the project plan on time.
- Prepared and communicated “As-Is process” of Finance operations.
- Prepared detailed requirement definition providing evidence or business case for critical requirements.
- Provided configuration inputs, review and approve design of Finance processes.
- Co-ordinated Finance process team during test phase and provide feedbacks for User Acceptance Tests and sign-off.
- Prepare, participate, and present weekly updates on project for Finance processes.
- Prepare, document, and communicate “To Be Process” for Finance operations.
- Collaborated with other departments to address any interdepartmental challenges or discrepancies in a timely manner.
Senior Finance Officer
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
03.2010 - 06.2019
- Supervised proper recording of transactions in the books of account, prepared all accounts and reviewed schedules to ensure accuracy and consistency with existing policies and regulations.
- Supported senior management in strategic planning by providing insightful financial analysis and industry benchmarking data.
- Provided administration leadership for the operations of the Finance Office.
- Provided general financial guidance for procurement of goods and services for the business.
- Reviewed all Account Payable transactions for accuracy and completeness.
- Reviewed all claims payments for accuracy and consistency with policies.
- Paid vendors for supply of goods and services.
- Ensured compliance to Internal Financial Controls to safeguard assets of the business.
- Managed Vendor Accounts and reconcile vendor accounts to the General ledger.
- Managed all bank accounts and provide monthly Bank Reconciliation Statements.
- Prepared monthly report for all Accounts schedules and administrative issues before tenth working day of the ensuing month.
- Ensured payment of statutory deductions before fifteenth working day of the ensuing month.
- Supervised quarterly stocktaking of items in warehouse.
Lecturer, Finance and Accounting
Takoradi Technical University School Of Business
09.2007 - 01.2010
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Lectured and researched within the scope of Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting and Business Management.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Mentored and counseled students
Education
Chartered Accountant And Member of ICAG -
Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG)
Accra, GhanaCommonwealth Executive MBA -
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, GhanaBachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, GhanaSkills
- Organizational and Administrative Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Effective Team player
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Organizational Structure
- Statistical Trends
- Corrective Actions
Accomplishments
- Achieved successful setup and running of new Finance Offices through implementation of effectively financial controls and operational guidelines.
- Trained three other officers to take up new Finance Officer roles.
Affiliations
- Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana
Software
Timeline
Super User-MICROSOFT DYNAMICS 365 (Finance)
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
03.2021 - Current
Process Lead for ERP Project Implementation
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
05.2020 - 05.2022
Principal Budget Officer
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
07.2019 - Current
Senior Finance Officer
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
03.2010 - 06.2019
Lecturer, Finance and Accounting
Takoradi Technical University School Of Business
09.2007 - 01.2010
Chartered Accountant And Member of ICAG -
Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG)
Commonwealth Executive MBA -
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting
University of Cape Coast
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Company CultureCareer advancementWork-life balanceTeam Building / Company RetreatsCertification
- Chartered Accountant and Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana
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