SAMUEL ANTWI
Montreal,QC
Summary
Detail-oriented Auditor with track record of quickly completing complex audit projects. Experienced in public and private accounting, specializing in financial statement audits. Well-versed in managing entire audit process from planning and risk assessment to fieldwork. Experienced Auditor focused on improving business compliance, workflow and processes through detailed audits and optimization recommendations. Successful track record of fully evaluating information, structures and procedures and initiating corrective actions. Advanced skills in Zoho Books,Quick Books etc. Resourceful Accounting professional with 12 years of experience in audit preparation and reporting. Seasoned auditing professional knowledgeable about risk aversion strategies, cost reduction options and financial processes. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Analyst
JP CANN ASSOCIATES LTD( Accountants, Auditors Etc)
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Developed audit policies, guiding administrative and technical functions.
- Adapted plans and schedules to meet changing priorities of work objectives, resources and workload demands.
- Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
- Planned audits and audit activities to allocate necessary resources and determine consistency of plans with audit objectives.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
- Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
National Service Person/Accounting Assistant
University Of Ghana, Legon -COLLEGE OF HEALTH
05.2016 - 11.2019
- Maintained inventory records to track stock.
- Performed regular maintenance activities to keep in good working condition.
- Inspected equipment, checked for malfunctions and diagnosed issues by meeting customers at various nationwide locations.
- Documented readings from equipment gauges.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
- Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
- Completed payroll functions to facilitate accurate and prompt staff payments.
- Analyzed financial discrepancies and provided solutions for accurate financial records.
Credit Controller Manager
BARON WATER HOUSE LTD
05.2012 - 03.2016
- Analyzed applicants' financial status and credit and property evaluations to determine loan feasibility.
- Devised collection recovery strategies to resolve customer issues and delinquent cases.
- Reduced past due balances and bad debt by coordinating collection efforts with customer service, sales and billing departments.
- Obtained and reviewed credit reports, credit references, credit insurance and financial statements to establish credit limits for new accounts.
- Reviewed customer accounts for compliance with repayment obligations.
- Performed checks of customer creditworthiness and current situations.
- Established and maintained customer and staff policies.
- Reached out to customers to check on payments and convey options.
- Obtained and interpreted financial statements to assist in credit limit reviews.
- Obtained payments and entered details into system.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - ACCOUNTING & INFORMATION SYSTEM
REGENT UNIVERSITY COLLAGE
GHANA,ACCRA09.2016
Associate of Arts - HND ACCOUNTANCY
ACCRA POLYTERNIC UNIVERSITY
GHANA,ACCRA08.2008
Associate of Arts - HARDWARE & SOFTWARE PROGRAM
ST MICHAEL I T CENTRE
GHANA,ACCRA02.2002
High School Diploma -
DORMAA HIGH SCHOOL
GHANA, DORMAA AHENKRO12.1999
Skills
- Balance Sheets
- Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Financial Records Review
- SOP Adherence
- Report Writing
- Audit Coordination
- Internal Controls
- Debt Management
- Finance
- Financial Statements Expertise
- Audit Reporting
- Accounting Principles
- Financial Management
- Account Reconciliation
Timeline
Audit Analyst
JP CANN ASSOCIATES LTD( Accountants, Auditors Etc)
01.2020 - 07.2023
National Service Person/Accounting Assistant
University Of Ghana, Legon -COLLEGE OF HEALTH
05.2016 - 11.2019
Credit Controller Manager
BARON WATER HOUSE LTD
05.2012 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - ACCOUNTING & INFORMATION SYSTEM
REGENT UNIVERSITY COLLAGE
Associate of Arts - HND ACCOUNTANCY
ACCRA POLYTERNIC UNIVERSITY
Associate of Arts - HARDWARE & SOFTWARE PROGRAM
ST MICHAEL I T CENTRE
High School Diploma -
DORMAA HIGH SCHOOL
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