Christabel Ackman

CHRISTABEL MENSAH-ACKMAN MOBILE: - E:-EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND University of Professional Studies – Accra, Ghana. Expected Graduation – August 2020 Master in Business Administration – Accounting and Finance Relevant Courses: Auditing, Financial Reporting, Advanced Financial Management, Public Sector Accounting, Corporate Reporting Strategy Wisconsin University – Accra, Ghana. September 2013 – July 2017 Bachelor of Arts - Business Studies (Accounting) Relevant Courses: Accounting Software, Statistics, Computer Applications, Accounting, Budgeting, Business Communication WORK EXPERIENCE Let’s Bake and more! – Accra, Ghana. General Manager    Formulate strategies pertaining to the future of the firm and business success Oversee operations to ensure efficiency and resolve challenges Ensure client retention by ensuring service satisfaction and follow-up interactions Youth Bridge Foundation (YBF) – Accra, Ghana. Assistant Programs Manager    August 2019 – Present September 2017 – August 2018 Assisted in the conceptualization and execution of projects targeted at young people. Conducted research exercises both on and offline to provide actionable information to make informed decisions Managed correspondence between donors and YBF. VOLUNTARY WORK EXPERIENCE Abiding Word Church – Accra, Ghana. Financial Controller (Part Time)    September 2016 – Present Oversee the management of financial affairs of the church. Preparation of all books of account while maintaining a high level of accuracy and detail Advise church leadership on budget creation and fund allocation LEADERSHIP AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Abiding Word Church – Accra, Ghana. Youth Organizer    Coordinate all youth activities of the church to ensure successful execution Perform administrative duties of the group Assist with organizing fundraisers and facilitating certain training sessions Wisconsin University – Accra, Ghana. Research Team Leader   September 2018 – Present November 2016 – July 2017 Assisted a team of students in conducting a research project efficiently and cost effectively. Aided in collating and analyzing data from field and desk research in order to meet the specified objectives of the team. SKILLS AND INTERESTS Computer Applications: Sage, Tally, and Microsoft Office. Soft Skills: People Management, Creative Problem Solving, Teamwork, Written and Verbal Communication. Additional Skills: Financial Analysis, Journal Posting, Project Management, Scenario Analysis. Languages: English (Native).French (Beginner)