Thomas Agyarkoh
Kejetia - Kumasi
Summary
My long-term career goal is to continue to learn and grow my specialist skills, whilst utilizing my experience and knowledge to the benefit of any employer I am working for. Experience in keeping records of daily transaction and analyzing the financial aspect of the organization. Details oriented, with good filling skills. Admirable capacity to improve and maximize over all business and finance interpretation through effective communication processes. I am highly trustworthy, discreet and ethical. Good communication skills in writing and verbal. Humble, respectful and Industrious. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Collaborative Finance professional with 12 years of expertise helping clients attain financial goals. I have a history of delivering tailored client service while responsibly driving business development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager
Merson Properties Limited
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
- Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
- Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs, and capital improvement projects.
- Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
- Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
- Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates.
- Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
Finance and Administrative Officer
Merson Capital Ltd
04.2016 - 04.2023
- Pastel and journal Entries for all operating companies
- Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for operating companies and projects
- Taxes and statutory payments for all operating companies and clients
- Relationship management with tax and statutory authorities
- Invoicing for both internal and external clients in its managed property portfolio.
- Management of receivables and payables (Includes collections and cheque writing for all companies under the Merson umbrella.) Office Management (Internet, Utilities, Filing of documents, etc.) Month end administrative tasks including medical expenses, leave tracking, short-term debts, statutory payments.
- Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against statutory regulations.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies such as Ghana Revenue Authority and SSNIT.
- Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Reduced process discrepancies through measured implementation of performance reporting and data systems.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared internal financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
Accounts Officer
K Adom Ltd - Key Distributor, Guinness Ghana
03.2010 - 04.2014
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Managed payroll operations for team of fifteen (15) employees.
- Assisted cashiers with processing customer payments, receiving cash from sales officers and documenting orders.
- Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
- Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
- Supervised accounting department operations and team of up to 3 employees.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Pastel accounting software.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendor ( Guinness Ghana).
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Education
Association Of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA)Part 2 - Accounting
Association of Certified Chartered Accountant(ACCA
London, United KingdomBachelor of Technology - Accounting with Computing
Kumasi Technical University
Kumasi2017
Higher National Diploma - Accountancy
Kumasi Technical University
Kumasi2008
Diploma - Computer system Engineering
Compu-Net Institute Information Technology
Kumasi2006
Senior High School Certificate - Business
Sefwi Wiawso Senior High School
Sefwi Wiawso2003
Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic Education
Kokomlemle 2 Junior High School
Accra1998
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Accounting Software (Pastel, Accpac, QuickBooks, Tally, Sage Canada)
- Computer Hardware Maintenance
- Internet Savvy
- Financial Administration
- Financial Statement Presentations
- Financial Data Analyzation
- Account Reconciliation
- Data Collation
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Administrative Duties
- General Ledger Accounting
- Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Office Operations
- Reviewing Account Records
- Tax compliance
- Petty Cash Disbursement
- Operational Efficiency
- Payroll Administration
- Invoice and Payment Tracking
- Relationship Management
- Property Tours
- Maintenance Knowledge
- Lease Renewals
- Administrative Leadership
- Rent Collection
- Administrative Support
- Property Management Software Understanding
- Accounting Operations
- QuickBooks and Sage 50
- Tax Liability Calculation
Timeline
Property Manager
Merson Properties Limited
05.2023 - 08.2023
Finance and Administrative Officer
Merson Capital Ltd
04.2016 - 04.2023
Accounts Officer
K Adom Ltd - Key Distributor, Guinness Ghana
03.2010 - 04.2014
Association Of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA)Part 2 - Accounting
Association of Certified Chartered Accountant(ACCA
Bachelor of Technology - Accounting with Computing
Kumasi Technical University
Higher National Diploma - Accountancy
Kumasi Technical University
Diploma - Computer system Engineering
Compu-Net Institute Information Technology
Senior High School Certificate - Business
Sefwi Wiawso Senior High School
Basic Education Certificate Examination - Basic Education
Kokomlemle 2 Junior High School
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