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RAYMOND DAKETSE

Columbus,OH

Summary

Business-minded Finance Manager promoting more than three (3) years of expertise overseeing transactions and reconciling monthly financial reports. Highly collaborative individual with track record of effectively training and coaching staff members. Offering confidence, team contribution and decision making skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Schnieder National
09.2022 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.

Finance Manager

GL CLEANING & JANUTORIAL SERVICES
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
  • Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
  • Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.

Financial Analyst

Societe Generale GHANA
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and create revenue, profitability, and expense forecasts.
  • Performed complex financial and budget analyses to determine requirements and justify requested funding.
  • Used relevant financial technology to generate reports and recommended courses of action to upper management.
  • Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
  • Reviewed financial reports and streamlined operations to increase productivity and company profits.
  • Evaluated financial performance of investments, acquisitions and other business opportunities to provide strategic recommendations.
  • Developed and implemented financial models to analyze complex information and assess health of organization.
  • Determined pricing, margins and risk factors for active and proposed projects.
  • Developed forecasting tools to analyze revenue variances and capitalize on industry trends.
  • Provided strategic planning advice and financial oversight for corporate stakeholders.
  • Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
  • Participated in client meetings to discuss financial analysis and investment strategies.
  • Created financial strategies to optimize portfolio performance and reduce risk.
  • Developed financial projections and forecasts to guide investment decisions.
  • Generated comprehensive reports on portfolio performance and risk assessment.
  • Presented oral and written reports on general economic trends, individual corporations and entire industries.
  • Researched macroeconomic, industry and company-specific data to inform investment decisions.

Trainee Accountant

ABUDEY & CO ACCOUNTANTS
01.2014 - 02.2015
  • Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
  • Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Reconciled balance sheet figures in [Software] and sought assistance to reduce errors.
  • Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations and cash flow.
  • Gained knowledge of accounting principles and standards and general business practices to evaluate financial data and transactions.
  • Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses, and commissions.
  • Developed technical knowledge through combination of workplace learning and formal study.
  • Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
  • Interacted with clients and obtained cost and budget information to draft and manage accounts.
  • Prepared straightforward tax returns and explained expected refund or income tax liability and due date for payment.
  • Balanced and submitted financial reports for review and approval.
  • Received, reviewed and verified validity and completeness of appropriation, accounting and financial data.
  • Employed self-review and analytical review techniques to proactively identify fundamental errors.
  • Processed payroll by validating work hours and attendance of employees.
  • Measured revenues, automated accounting systems and internal controls to evaluate financial data and transactions.
  • Extracted and manipulated data using [Software] system.
  • Fulfilled senior-level responsibilities to embrace business values.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
CAPE COAST, GHANA
06.2018

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE - ASSOCIATION OF CERTIFIED CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT, UK

LONDON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE
LONDON,UNITED KINGDOM
06.2015

Skills

  • Financial Revenue
  • Financial Risk Monitoring
  • Manage Cash Flow
  • P&L Tracking
  • Financial Analysis
  • Word Processing
  • Improvement Recommendations
  • Customer Financing
  • Lender Relationships
  • Write Reports
  • Plan Budgets
  • Cash Flow and Reconciliation
  • CRM Tracking
  • Bank Security Expertise
  • Account and Ledger Reconciliations
  • Raising Capital
  • Business Policies and Procedures
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis
  • Portfolio Management
  • Financial Budgeting
  • Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
  • Account Analysis Expertise
  • Loan Processing
  • Petty Cash Management
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Performance Review
  • Figures Calculations
  • Budgeting and Variance Analysis
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Credit Approval and Denial
  • Spreadsheet Tracking

Timeline

Truck Driver

Schnieder National
09.2022 - Current

Finance Manager

GL CLEANING & JANUTORIAL SERVICES
01.2018 - 12.2019

Financial Analyst

Societe Generale GHANA
09.2016 - 08.2017

Trainee Accountant

ABUDEY & CO ACCOUNTANTS
01.2014 - 02.2015

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE - ASSOCIATION OF CERTIFIED CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT, UK

LONDON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND FINANCE

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