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STEPHEN BENSON

STEPHEN BENSON

Accra Central,Ghana

Summary

Experienced Accountant proficient in laws and procedures governing business operations, tax filings and regulatory compliance. Capable of handling detail-oriented work in methodical and organized fashion. Seeking challenging, growth-oriented position where field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence can make positive impact on business operations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Financial / Tax Consultant

Aurora C M Group Ltd
Accra , Ghana
08.2022 - Current
  • Tracked and analyzed organizational expenditure, identifying possible improvements in line with business objectives.
  • Maintained professionalism and high attention to detail when working under pressure to deadlines.
  • Acted as point of contact for tax-related queries, disseminating expert knowledge to clients.
  • Supported proactive tax planning, anticipating possible needs or changes specific to clients.
  • Monitored and anticipated tax legislation changes, adapting accounting processes to suit.

Senior Accountant

Consar Limited
Spintex -Accra, Ghana
01.2021 - Current
  • Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
  • Identified areas for cost improvement that resulted in GHS1,000,000.00 in annual cost savings.
  • Led team of three staff to achieve goals through proactive planning and coaching.
  • Analysed files and accounts for discrepancies, accurately resolving variances.
  • Created and implemented procedures and best practices for bank reconciliation process.
  • Documented department processes to encourage accountability among team members.
  • Reconciled control accounts monthly, investigated variances and initiated corrective action.
  • Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality over employee data in compliance with internal organizational policies.
  • Conducted audits on financial processes and transactions to identify discrepancies.
  • Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management.

Assistant Accountant

Consar Limited
Spintex - Accra , Ghana
10.2014 - 12.2020
  • Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
  • Evaluated employee expense reports and verified accuracy.
  • Monitored accounts payable and receivable statuses, keeping financial records up-to-date.
  • Assisted in preparing monthly, quarterly and year-end tax returns.
  • Interpreted and applied accounting policies, rules and regulations to confirm compliance with applicable standards.
  • Verified items billed against items received, following up with vendors to reconcile variances.
  • Participated in monthly, quarterly and annual audits.
  • Processed routine and wire transfers for assigned portfolios.
  • Maintained company purchase and sales ledgers.

Finance Manager

Pimcel Microfinance Company Ltd.
South Odorkor - Accra, Ghana
01.2011 - 09.2014
  • Developed thorough forecasting and cash-flow management processes to maximise progression and profitability.
  • Monitored and reviewed financial controls, processes and procedures to enable best practice development.
  • Managed timely and accurate reporting of various financial transactions and information for detailed analysis.
  • Developed and administered annual budgets following periods of strong analysis and research.
  • Acted as point of contact in support of end-to-end system audits.
  • Enforced compliance with divisional and group financial policies and processes.
  • Assisted junior team members in collating monthly payroll information for processing.
  • Maximised system functionality to drive accurate and timely financial information for weekly and monthly processes.
  • Assessed benefits, expenses and PAYE settlement agreement records for submission.

Education

Taxation - Final Level 1 (Ongoing) - Taxation

Institute of Chartered Taxation
Ghana
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting

Heritage Christian University College
Accra - Ghana
06.2021 - 06.2023

Chartered Accountant - Accounting

Institute of Chartered Accountants
Ghana
05.2011 - 08.2022

Advance Business Certificate - Accounting

Prof & Prof College
Accra - Ghana
01.2008 - 11.2008

General Business Certificate - Accounting

Modern Business College
Accra - Ghana
01.2003 - 06.2007

Skills

  • Intuit QuickBooks specialist
  • Tax return filing
  • Account reconciliation processes
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Statutory reporting

    • REFERENCE
    1 Prof Williams Abayaawien
    Atuilik
    (ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF
    ACCOUNTING)
    Heritage Christian College
    Accra
    233-244-386207
    233-264-386207

    2 Mr Samuel Anane
    (ACCOUNTS MANAGER)
    Consar Limited
    Head Office-Kumasi
    233-243-900272
    233-244-968861


    3 Dr Hussein Salia
    (LECTURER)
    Heritage Christian College
    Accra
    233-243-878751
    233-596-918139

Timeline

Financial / Tax Consultant

Aurora C M Group Ltd
08.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting

Heritage Christian University College
06.2021 - 06.2023

Senior Accountant

Consar Limited
01.2021 - Current

Assistant Accountant

Consar Limited
10.2014 - 12.2020

Chartered Accountant - Accounting

Institute of Chartered Accountants
05.2011 - 08.2022

Finance Manager

Pimcel Microfinance Company Ltd.
01.2011 - 09.2014

Advance Business Certificate - Accounting

Prof & Prof College
01.2008 - 11.2008

General Business Certificate - Accounting

Modern Business College
01.2003 - 06.2007

Taxation - Final Level 1 (Ongoing) - Taxation

Institute of Chartered Taxation
05.2001 -

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