DELLA AKUAMOAH
**** **** **** ******, *** Angeles, CA 90044 424-***-**** ********@*****.***.***
OBJECTIVE
Looking to obtain accounting / data entry audit position in a fast-paced environment to utilize my combined expertise to achieve the highest standard of accounting operations and greatest quality of work.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Two years professional experience as an Auditor, City of Los Angeles Fire Department
Strong background in operational efficiency and internal controls and analysis developed through five years leadership experience
Four years of extensive work experience in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting and administration
EDUCATION
University of Cape Coast, Ghana
Bachelor of Edu, Social Sciences (Accounting)
Santa Monica College, California
SKILLS:
MS Office Suite such as Word, Excel. Access
Budget Analysis, account Reconciliation, Internal control analysis
Creative Problem Solving, Demonstrated attention to details.
Solid customer & interpersonal skills
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
AUDITOR (Contract)
Los Angeles Fire Department-City Hall
Conducts audits of financial and information systems
Conducts audits of accounting and related records of contractors, City departments and other entities to determine the accuracy of revenue and expenditures.
Updated personnel access database and audit over 3000 payroll sheets.
Managed quarterly and annual risk-based audit programs and reviewed annual performance reports to ensure the adequacy of Internal Controls.
Plan, organize, and direct a comprehensive auditing program.
Analyze the adequacy of accounting and performance measurement systems and recommend modifications consistent with sound accounting practices and principles.
Prepare and present clear, complete, and concise reports using proper technical accounting language and correct English grammar in a logical and convincing manner, both verbally and in writing.
Spearheaded audit engagements and monitored implementations of recommendations in audit reports.
Bookkeeper
Dascare Inc-Inglewood, CA
Administered and generated Chart of Accounts in Quick Books including A/P, A/R, Employee, Vendor and Supplier accounts (over 190 accounts) to ensure accuracy
Tracked and reported on payables and receivables reports.
Reconciled and balanced all accounts.
AUDITOR
Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Regional Integration, Accra
Managed quarterly and annual risk-based audit programs and reviewed annual performance reports to ensure the adequacy of Internal Controls
Plan, organize, and direct a comprehensive auditing program.
Analyze the adequacy of accounting and performance measurement systems and recommend modifications consistent with sound accounting practices and principles.
Prepare and present clear, complete, and concise reports using proper technical accounting language and correct English grammar in a logical and convincing manner, both verbally and in writing.
Spearheaded audit engagements, and monitored implementations of recommendations in audit reports
Ensured prompt receipt of monthly accounting books from Ghana Missions in foreign countries for examination to ensure public funds are properly utilized.
Data Entry and Administrative Assistant
Guinness Ghana Breweries Limited, Accra Ghana Compiled and Consolidated the Human Resource Information system using Navision software
Engaged in monthly stock taking and evaluation of production materials
Increased operating practices and procedures to improve productivity in areas of workflow, reporting procedures, and expenditures
Additional Experiences
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Goodwin Development Foundation Ghana an organization that aimed at improving the socio-economic welfare of women and underprivileged adults
Helped below-poverty line households meet basic needs and protected against risks
Teaching assistant
Kumasi Anglican High School
Taught three courses to 300 undergraduate students in accounting, costing and business management.
Developed teaching and learning materials such as syllabus, course outline, visual aids, and answer keys supplementary notes.
Associations and Certificates
Georgia Educational Training Agency, intermediate QuickBooks 2017
Active Member, International Institute of Internal Auditors, USA 2016 – present
Active Member Institute of internal Auditors, Accra Ghana 2012- present
The Institute of Chartered Accountants, Accra 2008-present
Leadership Lead a team to conduct audit of Ghana Missions abroad