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Lawrence Tsogbe-Ansel

Toronto,ON

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with excellent organizational skills and a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy. Seeking to contribute to a progressive corporate environment where these skills and dedication will be valued and utilized to their fullest potential.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Ambassador Volunteer

MPOWER Financing
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted students in applying for funding to finance their education in the USA and Canada.
  • Explained loan terms and conditions, ensuring students fully understood their financial options.
  • Shared opportunities for international students to maximize the benefits of MPower loans.
  • Organized and conducted webinars to educate students about MPower loans and my personal success story.
  • Promoted Mpower loan opportunities through various social media platforms, creating engaging content and fostering community engagement.

Production Lines Assistant

Fiera Foods
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure smooth production flow.
  • Inspect products to ensure it meets quality standards.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues about production status and any issues.
  • Follow all safety protocols and hygiene standards to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Participate in regular safety training sessions. Ensure all ingredients and supplies are adequately stocked.
  • Assist in cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
  • Report any inconsistencies or issues to supervisor immediately.
  • Assist in preparation, mixing, and baking of products according to recipes and schedules.
  • Operate and maintain baking equipment and machinery under supervision.

Volunteer Services Officer

GCAO-Ghanaian Canadian Association Of Ontario
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for GCAO programs and events.
  • Coordinate volunteer activities and ensure smooth event execution.
  • Promote volunteer opportunities and engage with community members.
  • Assist in planning and organizing community events and workshops.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of volunteer programs.

Finance Officer

Wellmark Specialist Hospital
11.2021 - 01.2023
  • Developed and maintained network of local supplier relationships
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring, and training of team members.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new customers.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.

Finance Officer

FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2021
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Optimized cash flow management, ensuring timely payment of invoices and reducing outstanding debts.
  • Improved budget planning and forecasting with thorough analysis of historical data and market trends.
  • Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.

Accounts Officer

FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital
02.2014 - 07.2017
  • Managed payroll operations for team of 250 employees.
  • Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
  • Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
  • Recorded deposits reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Managed vendor relationships and negotiated contracts to obtain best prices and value for money.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration

York University
CANADA
06.2024

MBA - Finance

University of Ghana
GHANA
08.2020

No Degree - Business Analytics

Yale School of Management
USA
01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Professional Studies
Ghana
08.2014

Skills

Payroll and Bookkeeping

Finance and Accounting

Project management

QuickBooks Accounting Software

Advance Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems

Complex problem solving

Adaptable and Dependable

Excellent Communication Skills

Timeline

Ambassador Volunteer

MPOWER Financing
01.2024 - Current

Production Lines Assistant

Fiera Foods
09.2023 - 01.2024

Volunteer Services Officer

GCAO-Ghanaian Canadian Association Of Ontario
09.2023 - 12.2023

Finance Officer

Wellmark Specialist Hospital
11.2021 - 01.2023

Finance Officer

FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2021

Accounts Officer

FOCOS Orthopedic Hospital
02.2014 - 07.2017

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration

York University

MBA - Finance

University of Ghana

No Degree - Business Analytics

Yale School of Management

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Professional Studies
Lawrence Tsogbe-Ansel