BENJAMIN AMAH

** *********** **** *******, ** N*M 5X6 Ontario Canada,

Phone: 226-***-****

ad2b4c@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Detail-oriented Bookkeeper and Account Clerk with a proven track record in financial management, possessing efficient interpersonal skills, excellent oral communication, flexibility, reliability, and a collaborative team player mindset. Expertise includes optimizing financial workflows, integrating modern accounting tools, and utilizing SQL for data-driven analysis.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

CORE COMPETENCIES

Financial Management: Proven expertise in comprehensive financial management, including accounts payable and receivable optimization, payroll processing, and financial reporting.

Accounting Software: Proficient in utilizing advanced accounting software, with a focus on QuickBooks for efficient bookkeeping and financial analysis.

Advanced Excel: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting, contributing to streamlined processes and enhanced data visualization.

SQL Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in SQL for database querying, data extraction, and analysis, enabling insightful financial data interpretation.

Accuracy and Detail Orientation: Meticulous attention to detail in maintaining accuracy across financial processes, data entry, and reporting.

Process Optimization: Proactive problem-solving skills, with a focus on optimizing financial workflows for increased efficiency and effectiveness.

Communication Skills: Excellent oral communication skills, facilitating clear and concise interactions with stakeholders and team members.

Team Collaboration: A team player with efficient interpersonal skills, fostering effective collaboration within cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals.

Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability to navigate dynamic work environments, ensuring success in the face of changing tasks and challenges.

Reliability and Deadline Adherence: Consistent reliability in meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results, even in fast-paced work settings.

Results-Driven: A results-oriented mindset with a proven track record of achieving tangible outcomes in financial management and reporting.

Coaching Readiness: Strong willingness to be coached, embracing opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Positive and energetic team player with resilience, ambition, self-motivation, adaptability to change, a results-oriented mindset, and a strong willingness to be coached. Efficient interpersonal skills, excellent oral communication, flexibility, reliability, and being a team player.

FORMAL EDUCATION

College Certificate in Accountancy

Certifications:

Institute of Chartered Accountant (ACA)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Dabol Ltd - April 2019 to November 2023 Bookkeeper and Account Clerk

Orchestrated comprehensive financial management processes, optimizing accounts payable and receivable workflows for a 20% increase in efficiency.

Pioneered the integration of modern accounting tools, including Excel, for enhanced financial modeling, real-time reporting, and data visualization.

Utilized SQL for data extraction and analysis, leading cross-functional teams in financial data analysis, forecasting, and providing actionable insights contributing to strategic planning and revenue growth.

Calculated and prepared cheques for payroll, ensuring accurate and timely disbursement of employee salaries, benefits, and statutory deductions.

Maintained financial records and established, maintained, and balanced various accounts using both manual and computerized bookkeeping systems.

Managed general ledgers and financial statements, posting journal entries with meticulous attention to detail.

Prepared other statistical, financial, and accounting reports to support informed decision-making.

Conducted regular reconciliation of accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain data accuracy.

Implemented streamlined processes for preparing trial balances of books, enhancing overall efficiency in financial reporting.

Loryb Ventures Ltd - April 2015 to March 2019 Bookkeeper and Account Clerk

Transformed manual accounting systems into automated processes, reducing error rates by 15% and accelerating financial reporting timelines.

Orchestrated a successful payroll transition, ensuring seamless and accurate disbursement of salaries, benefits, and statutory deductions.

Leveraged SQL for data analysis in collaboration with external auditors, presenting detailed documentation and facilitating a smooth audit process with zero discrepancies.

Instituted proactive cash management strategies, optimizing liquidity and mitigating financial risks during market fluctuations.

Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive internal audit framework, fortifying financial integrity and safeguarding company assets.

Implemented Excel-based dashboards to track key financial metrics, enhancing visibility and facilitating data-driven decision-making.

Conducted regular reconciliation of accounts, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain data accuracy.

Led training programs on advanced Excel functions for the finance team, improving data analysis capabilities and report generation efficiency by 30%.

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