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Felix Yaw Azumah
Felix
Accra,Accra
Summary
Seasoned auditing professional knowledgeable about risk aversion strategies, cost reduction options and financial processes. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities. Resourceful Accounting professional with 22 years of experience in audit preparation and reporting. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Audit Manager
Bulk Oil Storage And Transportation Co
Accra, Accra
04.2020 - Current
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Trading Manager
Bulk Oil Storage And Transportation Co
Accra, Accra
11.2015 - 05.2020
- Sought out new business to profitably enhance company assets.
- Maintained full compliance with trade laws and regulations by tracking changing conditions.
- Prepared P&L statements and other divisional reports for senior management review.
- Leveraged customer requirements data to collaborate and add value to both parties through strategic trade.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Designed and maintained financial models to identify and measure risks.
Trading Analyst
Bulk Oil Storage And Transportation Co
Accra, Greater Accra
06.2007 - 10.2015
- Discussed financial options with clients and provided informed suggestions.
- Liaised with customers and funding sources to identify and remove roadblocks to business funding.
- Developed and maintained strong knowledge of multiple products and varying levels of benefits within each product.
- Prepared contracts and related documentation according to strict standards.
- Worked with clients to develop financial planning strategies and solutions through evaluation of finances.
- Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
- Developed advanced product knowledge to share current information while generating and delivering products quotes.
Deputy Manager, Audit and Assurance
Kufour and Associates
Accra, Greater Accra
04.2002 - 05.2007
- Conducted six (6) audits annually to keep store presentable and functional.
- Enhanced supervisory and leadership abilities by working closely with supervisor.
- Supported general manager in loss prevention efforts.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Liaised with team members, stakeholders and vendors to coordinate activities, provisioning, environment setup, risk mitigation and follow-up.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Assumed senior management workloads in absence of general manager to maintain operations continuity.
- Provided strategic allocation of resources to various departments and managers in alignment with needs.
- Maintained, documented and presented progress reports to leaders.
- Supervised and motivated fifteen (15) staff employees.
- Stayed up to date on changing product and service options to provide top-notch support to customers and employees.
Education
Ph.D. - Accountant
Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG)
Accra, Ghana 05.2013 - 11.2015
MBA - Finance
Central University
Accra, Ghana 08.2010 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Acounting With Information System
Regent University
Accra 06.2005 - 12.2007
Skills
Profits and losses tracking
Account reconciliation specialist
Accounting principles
Cost savings options
Debt management
Cash Flow analysis
Budget Analysis
Financial Management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved product accounting and related issues which led to savings of $36 million to the company.
- Developed internal controls and policies to guide the business.
- Developed fixed assets register as the bases for balance sheet items in accordance with IFRS.
Interests
Timeline
Internal Audit Manager
Bulk Oil Storage And Transportation Co
04.2020 - Current
Trading Manager
Bulk Oil Storage And Transportation Co
11.2015 - 05.2020
Ph.D. - Accountant
Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG)
05.2013 - 11.2015
MBA - Finance
Central University
08.2010 - 09.2013
Trading Analyst
Bulk Oil Storage And Transportation Co
06.2007 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Acounting With Information System
Regent University
06.2005 - 12.2007
Deputy Manager, Audit and Assurance
Kufour and Associates
04.2002 - 05.2007