MARTIN BOAHEN
Randallstown,Maryland
Summary
Results-driven finance officer with expertise in leading financial systems and programs. Proven track record of optimizing frameworks and fostering cohesive teams to surpass financial objectives. Strong skills in reporting, record keeping, and relationship building. In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and successful control strategies. Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable to dynamic markets.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Finance & Admin
Meidugu Innovations Limited
03.2022 - Current
- Directing and overseeing all aspects of accounting functions (financial reporting, payroll, investments etc.) and maintain financial policies and procedures for a strong system of internal controls, compliance with accounting standards and local laws
- Oversee all aspects of preparation and presentation of financial statements, annual budgets, monthly program budget to actual financials and projections
- Coordinate and oversee successful completion of the annual financial statement audit and completion of annual
- Provide timely financial analysis for management and operational decision making
- Direct coordination of HR benefit program and HR needs
- Schedule trainings for all employees
- Act as the point of contact when employees have queries or job-related issues
- Ensure staff complies with relevant health and safety regulations
- Design hiring plans for all departments based on seasonal needs
- Interview and assess job candidates
- Manage compensation and benefits plans
- Analyze and maintain external leases and contracts
- Support facilities management
Finance Manager
Mole Projects & Machinery Limited
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Keeps assiduous records of all financial transactions, and the first line of inquiry for all audit requests
- Provides month-end financial tasks, including budget vs
- Actual updates, production of financial statements, monthly receivables statements, and ongoing analytical needs
- Assisting with payments and treasury needs
- Performs financial analysis periodically
- Provides management with financial projections and other strategic items for various projects
- Scheduling and assigning work, determining methods for doing work, checking quality of work, answering questions, and monitoring workflow to ensure timely completion of activities
- Prepares financial statements, long and short-term budgets and work plans used in implementation of Board of Directors objectives
- Monitors adherence to budgets and work plans to ensure objectives are met
- Evaluates viability of new project and service offerings for continued company development and expansion
- Reviews compensation arrangements to ensure that settlements, pooling, and access revenues are maintained and regulatory changes affecting revenue requirements are communicated to appropriate staff
- Proven ability to communicate financial concepts effectively to both financial and non-financial managers
- Independently identify and prioritize projects and initiatives in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple and changing projects
- In-depth knowledge and experience in procurement, budgeting, financial analysis, and capital projects
- Increase ROA by 8.0% in my first year
Head of Airtel Business Distribution-Brong Ahafo
Airtel Ghana Ltd (Delmes Company Ltd-Distributor)
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Responsible for distribution, sales, marketing and promotion of Airtel products in the region (Brong Ahafo and Northern Region)
- Ensuring smooth distribution through all the marketing channels
- Ordering, maintaining and managing stocks
- Managing team members for a harmonious, effective and efficient work environment
- Develop strategies on maximizing sales to meet monthly target
- Develop periodic reports on sales and cash management
Project/Asset Officer
Bourne Global Estates & Investment Africa Limited
10.2013 - 02.2017
- Maximize total return on asset through the analysis of property efficiencies and identifying opportunities for improved performance
- Identify and network with potential builder/developer customers
- Manage relationships with multiple builder/developer customers
- Prepare and maintain financial statements
- Manage cash flow, distribution analysis and investment projections
- Develop and distribute periodic asset management reports to management and other partners
- Inform owners about occupancy rates, expiration dates of leases, and other issues
- Hire contractors to make repairs and monitor the performance of contractors
- Investigate and resolve complaints from residents and tenants when services are not properly provided and purchase supplies and equipment for properties
Audit Officer- Service Personnel
Produce Buying Company (PBC Limited)
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Perform audit activities in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Detect internal control deficiencies and recommend necessary corrective measures
- Analyze and monitor various types of financial documents to ensure that employees are compliant with government and corporate regulations
- Verify the efficiency and effectiveness of a company by looking for any fraud or mismanagement
- Analyzing documents and interviewing employees to create detailed reports and discuss findings with management
Assistant Accountant
Unikwas Company Limited
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts
- Assist with statutory reporting process
- Monitoring and reconciliation of daily general ledger transactions
- Carry out monthly general ledger reconciliations
- Review and monitor staff expense claims
- Involvement in continuous improvement and system enhancement projects
- Maintain and provide information to assist management to make strategic financial decisions
Cashier
Exxon- Tiger Mart New Jersey USA
06.2011 - 09.2011
- Responsible for processing cash and card payments
- Ensure security for all credit cards and verify charges
- Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting system
- Assisting shoppers to find the goods and products they are looking for
- Giving advice and guidance on product selection to customers
- Balancing cash registers with receipts
- Dealing with customer complaints and refunds
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diversify staff, clients and customers
- International exposure
Sales Assistant
Capangie Company Limited
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Stock control and merchandising, achieving a high standard of customer care
- Delivered first class customer service, met targets and customer needs
- Trained and supervised new and less experienced employees when required
- Dealt with customer complaints, returns and enquiries at the customer service desk
- Ensured all space in store was effectively utilized by organizing a fast turnaround merchandising concept
- Increased sales by 300% annually
- Awarded company's highest sales award each year
I.T Assistant
Baby Bells Internet Center
01.2004 - 12.2005
- Providing support of IT hardware, software and networks
- Trained several customers in internet browsing and Microsoft office applications
- Optimum trouble shooting and problem solving
- Managing the email system and ensuring the appropriate level of anti-virus protection
- Networking and configuration for internet cafés and companies
Education
MSc - Development Finance (Finance)
University of Ghana
01.2022
ICA Part II -
Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana
01.2013
BSc. - Business Administration Banking and Finance Option (First Class Division)
University of Ghana
01.2012
Advanced Computer Training -
University of Ghana ICT Directorate
01.2009
Diploma - Computer Science - programming
West Africa Computer Science Institute
01.2006
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Berekum High School
01.2003
Skills
- Experience in Accounting software (Quick Books & Tally)
- Customer service
- Good communication skills
- Leadership and innovative skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Experience in procurement processes and evaluations
- Experience in projects management
- Bookkeeping
- Data analysis
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/28/84
- Nationality: Ghanaian
References
- Mr. Muniru Bawa, Accounts Dept, Mole Projects & Machinery Ltd, +233-240512199
- Dr. George Baah-Danquah, Lecturer, University of Ghana Business School, LG 25 Legon, Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana, gbaah-danquah@ug.edu.gh, +233-244290162
Leadershiproles
- Head of Department -Finance & Administration, Meidugu Innovations Ltd, 2022-Present
- Volunteer Service as Head of Accounts, Victory Arena Assemblies of God Church Amasaman District, 2020-Present
- Volunteering as accounts officer, West Africa Centre of Extremism (WACE), 2018-Present
- Head of National Service Personnel Association, PBC Ltd, 2013-2014
- Head of Finance Department, Mole Projects, 2018-2022
- Course representative and General Assembly Member, University of Ghana, 2008-2012
- Member of business Seminar committee, 9th SRC week celebrations, 2012
Trainingandconferences
- World Forex Summit and Workshop Ghana's edition, 2019
- Training in computerized Accounting in Intuit Quickbooks, 07/01/15
- Information Systems Auditing, Internal Controls and Assurance, 01/01/14
- Practice of Internal Auditing, 09/01/13
- Training in computerized Accounting, sales and customer service, 07/01/11
- Training in Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access), 2006
Timeline
Head of Finance & Admin
Meidugu Innovations Limited
03.2022 - Current
Finance Manager
Mole Projects & Machinery Limited
03.2018 - 01.2022
Head of Airtel Business Distribution-Brong Ahafo
Airtel Ghana Ltd (Delmes Company Ltd-Distributor)
02.2017 - 03.2018
Project/Asset Officer
Bourne Global Estates & Investment Africa Limited
10.2013 - 02.2017
Audit Officer- Service Personnel
Produce Buying Company (PBC Limited)
09.2012 - 08.2013
Cashier
Exxon- Tiger Mart New Jersey USA
06.2011 - 09.2011
Assistant Accountant
Unikwas Company Limited
01.2009 - 12.2011
Sales Assistant
Capangie Company Limited
01.2006 - 12.2009
I.T Assistant
Baby Bells Internet Center
01.2004 - 12.2005
MSc - Development Finance (Finance)
University of Ghana
ICA Part II -
Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana
BSc. - Business Administration Banking and Finance Option (First Class Division)
University of Ghana
Advanced Computer Training -
University of Ghana ICT Directorate
Diploma - Computer Science - programming
West Africa Computer Science Institute
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Berekum High School
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