Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Raynus Akuffo

Tema

Summary

To be very efficient and very effective in all disciplines. To grow with an organization where I will learn, apply my knowledge, skills, enthusiasm and impact positively on growth, productivity and profitability. It is also my desire to take up a career in an establishment where my skills and competences can be utilized immensely.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teller

Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana Ltd
04.2011 - 10.2020

TELLER DUTIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Provide customers with cash deposit and payment

services

  • Receive payment instrument other than cash on behalf of customer
  • Counted, verified and handled bank deposits and armored car transactions.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via manuel and machine-driven approaches.
  • Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
  • Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
  • Arranged monies received in cash boxes and coin dispensers according to denomination.
  • Balanced cash drawers daily, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective actions as needed.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
  • Received loan and utility payments, sending funds to correct destinations.
  • Provided training to new tellers on bank procedures, systems, and customer service best practices.
  • Demonstrated adaptability during peak business hours by multitasking and prioritizing tasks to maintain efficiency and quality of service.
  • Managed high-volume transactions efficiently while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accurate processing for customers.
  • Generated monthly reports on customer activity and customer feedback.
  • Maintained cash drawer accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing effective cash handling practices.

CUSTOMER SERVICE DUTIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Supported team members in achieving branch goals through collaboration, communication, and shared responsibilities.
  • Processed applications for new accounts.
  • Increased cross-selling opportunities by identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate banking products or services.
  • Maintained in-depth knowledge of bank products and services to provide appropriate recommendations to customers.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers through exceptional service, fostering loyalty and trust.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, courteousness, and a strong work ethic.
  • Followed up on customer complaints and provided solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers with account inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
  • Learned about customer's financial needs, established trust, and optimized sales opportunities resulting in quality customer service.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of bank products, services, promotions, policies, regulations to better assist customers with their financial needs.
  • Educated customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
  • Performed account maintenance by closing out accounts and changing customer addresses.
  • Wrote and distributed customer correspondence.

FUND TRANSFER DUTIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Preparation of bankers draft
  • Daily reconciliation of branch ledgers
  • Handled complex transactions such as wire transfers or foreign currency exchanges with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Enhanced branch security through vigilant monitoring of suspicious activities and timely reporting to supervisors.
  • Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Collaborated effectively with other departments as needed to resolve outstanding issues or complete complex tasks for customers.

Account Office

Youth Leadership Training Institute
08.2007 - 07.2008
  • Store keeper (kept proper store ledger and honoring approved requisitions and making requisition for procurement)
  • Collection of fees and lodging cash in school bank account
  • Reconciliation of student ledgers and preparation student bills
  • Assisted in the preparation payment vultures
  • Proper checking and filling of bank advices
  • Administrative duties.
  • Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with accountant to process business transactions.

Audit Trainee

Ghana Audit Service
07.2006 - 09.2006
  • Casting and vouchering of source document to their appropriate ledgers
  • Taking of exit meeting minutes after audit.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Facilitated the resolution of complex accounting issues encountered during audits through effective collaboration with clients'' personnel and senior audit team members.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Proofread audit and tax reports and year-end financial statements to verify accuracy.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.

Education

BSC ACCOUNTING - ACCOUNTING

UNIVERSITY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES- ACCRA
Accra, Ghana
07.2015

HND ACCOUNTING -

TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
TAKORADI
06.2007

High School Diploma -

MAWULI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
HO, GHANA
08.2002

Skills

  • Confidentiality and Discretion
  • Numeric Aptitude
  • Relationship Building
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Team Leadership
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Sales expertise
  • Compliance, banking laws, and regulations
  • Account Retention
  • Cash handling and management
  • Decision-Making
  • Attention to Detail
  • Currency Exchange
  • Exchange Rate Quotes

References

Available on request

Timeline

Teller

Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana Ltd
04.2011 - 10.2020

Account Office

Youth Leadership Training Institute
08.2007 - 07.2008

Audit Trainee

Ghana Audit Service
07.2006 - 09.2006

BSC ACCOUNTING - ACCOUNTING

UNIVERSITY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES- ACCRA

HND ACCOUNTING -

TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

High School Diploma -

MAWULI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Raynus Akuffo