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THEOPHILUS AIDOO LARWEH

KUMASI

Summary

Results-oriented professional bringing expertise in accounting, supply chain management, and marketing. Successful at overseeing all areas of daily operations and making effective policy decisions to positively impact business direction and bottom line profits.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

Larwehtee Enterprise
Kumasi
04.2021 - 11.2024
  • Created strategies for increasing revenue streams by leveraging existing customer relationships.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of the company while coordinating with staff members.
  • Developed budgeting models used in forecasting future revenues and expenditures.
  • Monitored financial performance of the organization and initiated corrective actions as needed.
  • Performed regular reviews of operational processes to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
  • Cultivated relationships with customers, vendors, partners and other external stakeholders.
  • Broke down strategic problems and analysis to provide insights and recommendations.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.

Operations Manager

Nana Owusu Ansah Co Ltd
Kumasi
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
  • Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
  • Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
  • Implemented innovative strategies that reduced operating costs while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Conducted regular reviews of existing policies and procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
  • Analyzed data from daily reports to identify trends in production performance metrics.
  • Performed cost analysis for various projects to determine budget requirements.
  • Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
  • Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations, and customer service.
  • Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.

Senior Accountant

Nana Owusu Ansah Co Ltd
Kumasi
01.2017 - 10.2020
  • Assisted in preparing tax returns for filing with government authorities.
  • Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to identify potential discrepancies.
  • Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
  • Created new procedures for more efficient workflow within the department.
  • Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
  • Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
  • Prepared monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
  • Provided support to internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
  • Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
  • Monitored cash flow, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
  • Generated ad hoc reports as requested by executive management team.
  • Managed daily closing, reporting and reconciliation functions.
  • Completed month-end and year-end close procedures and reconciled bank accounts.
  • Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management.
  • Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
  • Collaborated with Controller and external auditors to conduct year-end close process.
  • Managed accounting department staff members and workload.
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
  • Researched changes in laws to maintain adherence to financial regulations.
  • Assisted clients in determining business strategy and achieving profitability goals.
  • Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
  • Delivered superior level of customer service to small business clients.

Accounts Officer

Nana Owusu Ansah Co Ltd
Kumasi
04.2012 - 03.2016
  • Processed invoices and payments to suppliers promptly and accurately.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects within established deadlines.
  • Resolved payment discrepancies with vendors and suppliers.
  • Responded promptly to customer queries related to their accounts.
  • Reviewed and reconciled accounts payable and receivable records.
  • Assisted in preparing budgets, forecasts and cash flow statements.
  • Managed accounts receivable functions including billing, collections, customer inquiries.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
  • Performed bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
  • Generated monthly profit and loss statements for review by senior management.
  • Prepared monthly financial reports for the management team.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends or issues requiring attention.
  • Assisted in preparation of monthly financial reports for management review.
  • Prepared monthly reports for management review.
  • Maintained accurate record keeping of all financial transactions.
  • Conducted audits of expense claims and other documents as required.
  • Coordinated the preparation of year-end audit materials for external auditors.
  • Maintained current and accurate general ledger with all accounting data in audit-ready format.
  • Deposited vendor payments and adjusted accounts to reflect changing balances.
  • Collaborated with accounting associates to improve reconciliation processes.
  • Administered payroll processing, including calculation of wages, benefits, and deductions.
  • Calculated income and social security tax deductions.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Monitored loans and accounts payable to confirm payments are current.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Prepared and processed payroll.

ICT Classroom Teacher

National Service Scheme
Kumasi
07.2010 - 08.2010
  • Facilitated problem solving skills in students through the use of ICT tools.
  • Instructed students on basic computer operations such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases.
  • Managed and maintained computer hardware, software and networks within the ICT classroom environment.
  • Developed and implemented a range of technology-based learning activities to engage students in the classroom.
  • Monitored student progress in regards to ICT related tasks, providing feedback as needed.
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate student understanding of ICT concepts.
  • Provided technical support to students and staff on a variety of ICT related issues.
  • Taught internet safety tips and online etiquette.
  • Planned and led lessons on basic computer skills, keyboard techniques and internet use.
  • Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
  • Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.

Accounting Intern

Kwabre East Municipal Health Insurance
Kumasi
04.2008 - 07.2008
  • Participated in training sessions to gain knowledge of new systems or procedures related to the department's activities.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations and journal entries to record transactions in the general ledger.
  • Reconciled bank statements to ensure accuracy of financial records.
  • Processed invoices in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted with month-end closing process, including preparation of accruals, prepaids, and other adjusting entries.
  • Monitored accounts payable and receivable statuses and delegated related tasks.
  • Worked with spreadsheets, cloud-based accounting software and bank account statements.

Education

Higher National Diploma (HND) - Accounting

Kumasi Technical University
Kumasi
09-2010

West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - Business

KNUST Senior High School
Kumasi
05-2006

Basic Education Certificate Esamination (BECE) -

Good Shepherd R/C Basic School
Kumasi
05-2003

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Financial analysis
  • Budget management
  • Operational oversight
  • Customer relationship management
  • Cost reduction
  • Negotiation skills

Accomplishments

  • A recognition from Nana Owusu Ansah Co. Ltd. for being able to improve sales volume from 780,000 bags to a record of 1,220,000 bags in the year 2019/2020

Languages

English
First Language
Spanish
Beginner
A1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Managing Director

Larwehtee Enterprise
04.2021 - 11.2024

Operations Manager

Nana Owusu Ansah Co Ltd
10.2020 - 03.2021

Senior Accountant

Nana Owusu Ansah Co Ltd
01.2017 - 10.2020

Accounts Officer

Nana Owusu Ansah Co Ltd
04.2012 - 03.2016

ICT Classroom Teacher

National Service Scheme
07.2010 - 08.2010

Accounting Intern

Kwabre East Municipal Health Insurance
04.2008 - 07.2008

Higher National Diploma (HND) - Accounting

Kumasi Technical University

West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - Business

KNUST Senior High School

Basic Education Certificate Esamination (BECE) -

Good Shepherd R/C Basic School

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