Yvette Acheampomaa Amoah
Accra
Summary
Professional, resourceful and Reliable Accounting professional with 15 years of experience in accounting, pre- audit and reporting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Accountant
Controller and Accountant General Department
03.2022 - Current
- Reporting on Government New Entrants on Government Compensation cost
- Reporting on Global Report, Allowances, Article 71 holders
- Supported corporate growth initiatives by providing timely financial analysis that informed strategic decision-making processes.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by meticulously reviewing and reconciling general ledger accounts.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the accounting department, encouraging ongoing professional development and knowledge sharing among team members.
- Assisting in the Bank Reconciliation Statement on the Pension and Compensation Account at Bank of Ghana
- Any other duties assigned by the Unit head of Payroll Statistics
- Improved budgeting accuracy by collaborating with department heads to develop realistic spending plans aligned with company goals.
- Mentored junior staff members to enhance their professional development, resulting in improved team performance and collaboration.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial reporting by conducting thorough internal audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed strong relationships with external auditors to ensure smooth audit processes and prompt resolution of any issues identified.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
Accountant
Ministry of Finance
04.2014 - 02.2022
- Processing transactions relating to the Policy Coordination, Monitoring and Evaluation Division
- Processing transactions relating to Agriculture and Agribusiness Project Accounts and USAID Project of the Economic Strategy and Research Division.
- Prepare cash book and reconciliation Statement of USAID Account
- Management and distribution of fuel and lubricants of Official Vehicles
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Achieved compliance with all tax regulations by staying updated on changes and conducting thorough reviews of financial operations.
National Service Personnel
Ministry of Finance
10.2012 - 08.2013
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
- Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
- Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
- Increased customer loyalty and retention.
Accounts Officer
Ministry of Finance
02.2009 - 09.2012
- Processing of Funeral Grant to staff and Government workers all over Ghana
- Ensuring timely process and payment of Night Allowance / Overtime to staff of Ministry of Finance.
- Ensured timely vendor payments by managing invoice processing and expense tracking systems.
- Receive, audit and timely processing of Medical Bills
- Banking Duties
- Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
- Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Trained new team members on accounting best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the department.
Education
MBA - Finance
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Professional Studies
10-2012
Diploma - Accounting
Accra Technical University
01.2007
Senior High School Certificate - Business
Nsaba Senior High School
01.2003
Skills
- MS Office (Excel, Word)
- MS Power Point Presentation -
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts receivable management
- Internal controls
- Problem solving and decision-making skills
- Exceptionally strong entrepreneurial skills
- Team player and the ability to work under little or no supervision
- Project accounting
- Tax compliance
- Time management
- Accounting and bookkeeping
Languages
English
References
James, Addo, Unit Head, Payroll Statistics, kobinaaddo@yahoo.com, +233266276773, Controller and Accountant General Department, Accra, Ghana
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, Researching, Listening to Music
Reading and researching on issues that interest me.
Christian, family and professional Books
Timeline
Principal Accountant
Controller and Accountant General Department
03.2022 - Current
Accountant
Ministry of Finance
04.2014 - 02.2022
National Service Personnel
Ministry of Finance
10.2012 - 08.2013
Accounts Officer
Ministry of Finance
02.2009 - 09.2012
Diploma - Accounting
Accra Technical University
Senior High School Certificate - Business
Nsaba Senior High School
MBA - Finance
University of Ghana
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of Professional Studies
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