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Sanjay Edmund Rajan

Tema,Ghana
Sanjay Edmund Rajan

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven ability to foster personal growth, boost work morale, and maintain an efficient and inclusive work environment. Skilled in organizational management, data analysis, and training, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Tally ERP 9, and QuickBooks. Adept at engaging communication, promoting diversity, and maximizing performance under pressure while demonstrating flexibility and a positive attitude. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive operational excellence and support team development.

Astute Financial Controller with extensive accounting practice experience. Budgets, plans and evaluates tactically to achieve department KPIs. Leads teams by example in maintaining accuracy and speed for productive, reliable department operations.

Overview

13
years of professional experience

Work history

Abdevo Ltd

Financial Controller
05.2023 - 01.2025

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Engineering and Project Management activities for the construction of facades, cladding and windows frame at the forefront
  • Schueco Architectural Advisor for Ghana, Project Design & Management, Drawings, Consulting and Shop Drawings, Supplier, Technical Support and Installation, Steel Erection and Roofing, Curtain Walling, Windows and Door Installation are the list of services provided by Abdevo Ltd
  • Financial Reporting: Overseeing the preparation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely reporting
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Developing and managing budgets, forecasting financial performance and providing analysis to support strategic decision-making
  • Financial Analysis: Conducting various analysis, identifying trends and providing insights to support financial planning and operational improvements
  • Internal Controls: Establishing and monitoring internal controls to safeguard assets, mitigate risk and ensure compliance and regulations
  • Cash Management: Managing cash flow, optimising working capital and overseeing treasury functions
  • Audit Support: Coordinating with auditors, providing necessary documentation and addressing audit findings
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with tax laws, accounting standards and regulatory requirements in the Republic of Ghana
  • Team Leadership: Managing and developing a team of finance professionals, providing guidance and support to achieve department goals
  • Systems Implementation: Leading or participating in the implementation of financial systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
  • Strategic Planning: Contributing to the development and execution of the organisation's financial strategy and long term goals
  • Engineering and Project Management activities for the construction of facades, cladding and windows frame at the forefront
  • Schueco Architectural Advisor for Ghana, Project Design & Management, Drawings, Consulting and Shop Drawings, Supplier, Technical Support and Installation, Steel Erection and Roofing, Curtain Walling, Windows and Door Installation are the list of services provided by Abdevo Ltd

Kingdom Exim Ghana Ltd

Director of Operations
07.2019 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Company Overview: established in 2008, Kingdom Exim Ghana limited is a leading West African based quality focused agro products exporter and supplier of raw cashew nuts, shea nuts, maize, peanuts, soya beans and timber
  • To assist upper management in setting goals that promote company growth and to manage team work loads in order to meet goals and deadlines
  • Work closely with other departments to promote efficient factory optimization and improve existing systems and policies
  • To develop plans to increase efficiency and reduce cost and ensure customer requirements are met in timely manner
  • Prepare budgets, schedules and other organizational reports as needed
  • To promote the service of suppliers and associated companies and to monitor the quality and performance of external partners
  • Established in 2008, Kingdom Exim Ghana limited is a leading West African based quality focused agro products exporter and supplier of raw cashew nuts, shea nuts, maize, peanuts, soya beans and timber

Tema Mill Store

Financial Controller
09.2018 - 06.2019

Job overview

  • Company Overview: Tema Mill Store is a brand focus on top quality tools affordable
  • Unlike the world famous brands such as TOTAL Tools, TILCOR Roofing systems, Steel Products, Paints, Lubricants, of high quality, our idea is the top quality not only referring to the function, usability and appearance, but also the efficiency, performance and maintainability
  • Financial Reporting: Overseeing the preparation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely reporting
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Developing and managing budgets, forecasting financial performance and providing analysis to support strategic decision-making
  • Financial Analysis: Conducting various analysis, identifying trends and providing insights to support financial planning and operational improvements
  • Internal Controls: Establishing and monitoring internal controls to safeguard assets, mitigate risk and ensure compliance and regulations
  • Cash Management: Managing cash flow, optimising working capital and overseeing treasury functions
  • Audit Support: Coordinating with auditors, providing necessary documentation and addressing audit findings
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with tax laws, accounting standards and regulatory requirements in the Republic of Ghana
  • Team Leadership: Managing and developing a team of finance professionals, providing guidance and support to achieve department goals
  • Systems Implementation: Leading or participating in the implementation of financial systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
  • Strategic Planning: Contributing to the development and execution of the organisation's financial strategy and long term goals
  • Tema Mill Store is a brand focus on top quality tools affordable
  • Unlike the world famous brands such as TOTAL Tools, TILCOR Roofing systems, Steel Products, Paints, Lubricants, of high quality, our idea is the top quality not only referring to the function, usability and appearance, but also the efficiency, performance and maintainability

Special Steels Ltd

Accountant/Payroll/Financial Budgeting
08.2013 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Company Overview: manufacturers of steel rebars, with an annual sales turnover of USD 30 million located at Tema, Ghana
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
  • Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions and manage general ledger accounts
  • Tax Compliance: Prepare tax returns and ensure compliance with all tax regulations and deadlines
  • Auditing: Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations
  • Accounts Payable/Receivable: Manage invoicing, payments, and collections, ensuring timely processing and accurate records
  • Reconciliation: Perform bank reconciliations and reconcile discrepancies in financial statements
  • Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for cost reduction or improvement
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Support the budgeting process by providing historical data and financial forecasts
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls
  • Budget Development: Develop, manage, and monitor annual budgets for departments or the entire organization
  • Financial Planning: Create long-term financial plans and forecasts to support strategic goals
  • Cost Analysis: Analyze costs and recommend cost-saving measures or budget adjustments
  • Variance Analysis: Track budget performance and conduct variance analysis to explain differences between actual and budgeted figures
  • Resource Allocation: Ensure effective allocation of financial resources based on organizational priorities
  • Reporting: Prepare regular financial reports, including budget summaries and projections, for management review
  • Risk Management: Identify financial risks related to budgeting and recommend strategies to mitigate them
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with department heads and other stakeholders to gather budget input and provide financial guidance
  • Compliance: Ensure all budgeting processes and reports comply with organizational policies and regulations
  • Manufacturers of steel rebars, with an annual sales turnover of USD 30 million located at Tema, Ghana

Special Steels Ltd

Plant Production and Maintenance Head
02.2012 - 07.2013

Job overview

  • Company Overview: manufacturers of steel rebars, with an annual sales turnover of USD 30 million located at Tema, Ghana
  • Ensuring that the steel plant is in optimum level of production and minimum downtime of maintenance of different steel plant equipment
  • Ensuring the continuous production of the plant on 24/7 basis running two shifts 12hrs each from Monday to Saturday, Sunday being maintenance day
  • Joined as a management trainee technical support and with my sincere committed hard work and efficiency I was able to achieve my growth as head plant production and maintenance
  • Report on a daily basis to the managing director on behalf of all the departments
  • To ensure that the production is achieved at the most economical cost with the production of 3500 metric ton of steel billets from metal scrap and 14" rolling mill with a capacity of 6500 metric ton production every month
  • We import 3500 metric tons of billets every month from china, Ivory Coast and other neighboring African countries under colas to ensure that the net total production of iron rods is achieved at 6500 metric tons per month
  • Total control and maintenance of steel melting shop, continuous casting machine, re rolling mill, oxygen plant and maintenance workshop
  • Total control of work force of Ghanaian skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled workers numbering 325 and 25 Indian technicians for different departments
  • Manufacturers of steel rebars, with an annual sales turnover of USD 30 million located at Tema, Ghana

Education

SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY

MBA from Marketing Management/Finance

University overview

Advanced coursework included Leadership and Managing Organizational Change Finance Marketing and General Management.

MAULANA AZAD COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY

B.E from COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING

Skills

  • Encourage personal growth
  • Boost work morale
  • Organizational skills
  • Calm under stress
  • Maintain efficient work environment
  • Promote diversity
  • Engaging communication
  • Training skills
  • Data analysis
  • Maximize performance
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experienced in Tally ERP 9
  • Experienced in QuickBooks
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Flexibility
  • Adaptability
  • Positive Attitude

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: T9732611
  • Date of birth: 11/02/87
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital status: Married

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Telugu
Advanced

Affiliations

  • Travelling and Pets

Timeline

Financial Controller

Abdevo Ltd
05.2023 - 01.2025

Director of Operations

Kingdom Exim Ghana Ltd
07.2019 - 06.2022

Financial Controller

Tema Mill Store
09.2018 - 06.2019

Accountant/Payroll/Financial Budgeting

Special Steels Ltd
08.2013 - 08.2018

Plant Production and Maintenance Head

Special Steels Ltd
02.2012 - 07.2013

MAULANA AZAD COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY

B.E from COMPUTER SCIENCE ENGINEERING

SIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY

MBA from Marketing Management/Finance
Sanjay Edmund Rajan