Paul Chefodemey Bewiiri

• Improved financial ledger agreements by 60% using customized XERO and DEAR accounting and redesigning outdated processes
• Overhauled existing accounting systems at RW to increase efficiency; reduced unnecessary costs by 50% in Q1, 2022
• Initiated a new invoicing and reconciliation system that reduced month-end Turnaround Time (TAT) from 72 hours to 30 minutes
• Revamped the warehouse system and eliminated unnecessary transportation between 20+ locations; reduced 80% of expenses associated with material handling
• Identified 200+ sources of waste throughout process flow, which helped save $25K annually in the 2018 and 2021 expenditures
• Created reporting formats to increase the response of 15+ management members to financial data

• Assisted payroll accountant to process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 300 employees
• Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries for 20+ accounts
• Analyzed purchase price variances resulting in the net savings of over $300K
• Reduced accounts payable turnaround by 10% by negotiating problem resolutions between purchasing and receiving departments
• Resolved over 15 discrepancies with Excel software that reduced inventory cost variances by 85%
• Audited over 15 accounts, providing comprehensive assessment that reduced errors by 40%
• Managed up to $5M of materials, purchased items, work-in-progress, and finished goods
• Oversaw annual budget preparation, performed departmental and account variances, and managed the standard costing globally for 4 sites
• Analyzed monthly expenses, cost fluctuations, journals, and over $500M of work-in-progress
• Produced six TM1 templates, cutting reporting time from five to two days
• Completed over 20 audits that recovered $2M in overcharges for clients
• Approved over $20M quarterly in finished product while using SAP inventory software
• Filed tax Returns timely
• Ensured all goods and services ordered are received and the authority used for the purchase, complies with government legislation and policies before processing payments
• Performed daily reconciliation of accounts receivable invoices to bank statements, reducing monthly overage/shortages by 90%
• Established new controls on inventory purchases, harmonized accounts, and reduced inventory expenses by 50% within one month of implementation

• Managed $20M in annual personnel, material, and travel expenses, ensuring the accuracy of internal controls within budget
• Analyzed business problems through process flowcharting and work-in-process filing, reducing costs by 85% in 72 days
• Maximized the financial effectiveness of 10 businesses by streamlining expenses and reducing waste by 80%

• Maintained receipts and payment, and assisted in the preparation of final accounts
• Prepared bank reconciliation statements and assisted in the maintenance of payroll

• Supervised the preparation of monthly financial reports for 30 construction projects in 20 high-risk locations
• Examined cost estimates of 28 assignments for problems such as soft costs and contingencies in the first week of employment
• Created monthly reports, including budget and cash flow analysis, for 10 senior management staff on the status of 300 projects
• Analyzed financial information from 15 construction project managers to identify new trends; made recommendations that improved efficiency by 70%
• Procured building materials at competitive prices
• Provided information on various insurance products to customers
• Made follow-up calls to help with any further queries and generated sales
• Recorded and analyzed data from customer satisfaction questionnaires

• Prepared monthly bank reconciliation statements and management account
• Oversaw government subventions and coordinated the preparation and submission of all revenue/expense, cash flow statement, balance sheet reports, tax returns and capitation of grants
• Helped Secure supervisors to monitor, assist and evaluate the preparation of sub-budgets of circuits
• Organized seminars and in-service training for National Service personnel and new teachers
• Inspected activities of teachers for their promotion to various ranks
• Supervised external examinations organized by West Africa Examinations Council (WAEC)
• Inspected over ten (10) schools to determine their eligibility for absorption by the government as state-owned

• Collected News stories for publication
• Coordinated with the press houses, wholesalers, and independent agents in promoting plastic products
• Attended regular meetings and business seminars to enhance the knowledge in selling
• Ensured that the scheduled shipments of the products are posted on the bulletin board
• Negotiated with the current customers and introduced new catholic standard paper products
• Conducted cold visits to prospects to increase customer base

Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management review.
Developed financial models to forecast future revenues and expenses.
Calculated cost allocations for projects ensuring accuracy of costs assigned to each activity.
Conducted periodic audits of internal accounts to ensure compliance with GAAP regulations.
Analyzed financial trends within the organization to develop strategies for improving profitability.
Reconciled bank statements against general ledger entries, identified discrepancies, and corrected errors as necessary.
Worked with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance.