SULEMANA ABUKARI
Accra
Summary
Dynamic Internal Auditor with a proven track record at Consolidated Bank Ghana, skilled in audit planning and risk management. Enhanced internal controls and reduced audit findings through critical analysis and effective communication. Adept at fostering team collaboration, delivering insightful reports that drive informed decision-making and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Auditor
Consolidated Bank Ghana
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of audit reports that clearly communicated findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
- Issue closure management
- Enhanced internal control systems by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing effective audit recommendations.
- Provided valuable insights to management by presenting clear and concise audit findings, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and execute comprehensive audit plans, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and emerging risks, ensuring relevance in audit approach and methodology.
Trade Finance Officer - Global Trade Services
Consolidated Bank Ghana
08.2018 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with correspondent banks, facilitating smoother transaction processing.
- Spearheaded initiatives to streamline communication between internal departments involved in global trade services, fostering greater collaboration across teams.
- Assisted clients in navigating challenging markets by providing expert advice on risk mitigation strategies.
- Evaluated client creditworthiness using financial analysis techniques, minimizing potential losses from non-performing loans.
- Managed risk exposure by conducting thorough due diligence on clients and transactions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, leading to a reduction in audit findings and penalties.
Remittance Processing Specialist
Defunct Beige Bank
08.2014 - 07.2018
- Expedited the clearing and settlement process for remittance clients, ensuring timely fund transfers and improved customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to the development of user-friendly online platforms for remittance transactions, resulting in a higher adoption rate among clients.
- Liaised with banks, payment gateways, and other partners involved in the remittance process, fostering effective communication channels for seamless operations.
- Provided training and guidance to new team members on remittance processing systems, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
- Managed high-volume transactions during peak periods while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to quality control.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently entering transaction details into the database and verifying data accuracy at every stage.
- Collaborated with IT teams to troubleshoot technical issues affecting remittance processing systems, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Education
Professional - Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountant Ghana(ICAG)
Accra11-2025
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana04-2024
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate Finance
University For Development Studies
Tamale, Ghana07-2014
Skills
- Audit planning
- Budget preparation
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Financial data analysis
- Data analytics
- Report creation
- Auditing assignments
- Budget analysis
- Team building and leadership
- Financial reporting
- Risk management
Timeline
Internal Auditor
Consolidated Bank Ghana
07.2024 - Current
Trade Finance Officer - Global Trade Services
Consolidated Bank Ghana
08.2018 - 06.2024
Remittance Processing Specialist
Defunct Beige Bank
08.2014 - 07.2018
Professional - Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountant Ghana(ICAG)
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate Finance
University For Development Studies
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