Ekow Acquah

• Directed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance with GAAP.

• Spearheaded a project to automate key accounting workflows, reducing month-end close time by 25% and improving team efficiency.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze financial trends, resulting in a 15% improvement in forecasting accuracy.

• Acted as the primary liaison for internal and external audits, achieving a zero-discrepancy audit record over three years.

• Designed and implemented internal controls that enhanced data integrity and mitigated financial risks by 20%.

• Prepared and delivered comprehensive financial reports to executive leadership, providing insights that informed strategic decisions.

• Managed the computation of taxes, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting, and other tax obligations.

Key Achievements:

• Awarded " Financial Leadership Excellence" recognition in 2023 for outstanding contributions to operational improvements.

• Reduced operational inefficiencies by implementing advanced accounting tools, saving the company $200K annually.

• Led the accounts payable and receivable departments, managing a $10M annual budget and ensuring alignment with financial goals.

• Developed and implemented a vendor management program that reduced late payments by 30% and improved cash flow by $500K.

• Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with organizational policies and financial regulations.

• Supervised a team of five, mentoring staff to enhance efficiency and achieve departmental KPIs.

Key Achievements:

• Improved accounts receivable collections cycle by 20% through process enhancements and team training.

• Negotiated favorable payment terms with vendors, leading to a 10% reduction in operational expenses.

• Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries for general ledger accounts.
• Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
• Assisted in payroll administration by reviewing timesheets, calculating employee paychecks, and processing deductions for taxes or benefits.
• Reduced discrepancies in accounts payable and receivable through diligent tracking and follow-up.
• Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
• Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring alignment with financial goals and constraints.