Enoch Abowene

. . ENOCH ABOWENE ACCOUNTANT Techiman-Bono East, Ghana BT--/ - / - SUMMARY A highly organized, dependable, and socially conscious Accountant with over three years of experience in bank reconciliation, financial transaction recording, tax preparation, Data entry & Accounting Software use, month-end and year-end Closures, Versatile in providing administrative assistance in day-to-day accounting functions, accounts payable, receivable, invoicing, Accounts reconciliation, and donor reporting. Seeking to leverage my skills in a dynamic and global finance team to support accurate billing operations and enhance customer satisfaction. With comprehensive experience supporting senior leadership and managing cross-functional, multi-stakeholder projects. Adept at performing high-level administrative duties, including calendar management, travel coordination, report preparation, and the organization of complex committee and board logistics. Known for a meticulous attention to detail, discretion in handling sensitive information, and a proactive approach to ensuring operational excellence. Strong interpersonal and communication skills foster respectful, professional interactions with diverse teams, stakeholders, and community members. Deeply committed to creating and maintaining environments that uphold equity, dignity, and meaningful participation for all individuals. SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES   Strong Communication Skills Accounts Receivable & Payables  Invoicing & Collections  Bank & Account Reconciliation  ERP Systems (QuickBooks)  Advanced MS Excel.  Financial Reporting  Payroll Administration  Customer Communication        Team Building Solution-oriented Ability to work under pressure Enthusiastic Friendly Motivated Ambitious EXPERIENCE Accountant / Ghana Permaculture Institute - Techiman-B/E Region, Ghana 11/2022 - Current  Managed end-to-end accounts receivable processes, including issuing invoices, tracking payments, and resolving discrepancies.  Ensured timely reconciliation of bank statements and project accounts. .  Implemented improvements to billing and payment tracking systems using QuickBooks and Excel.  Monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable, maintaining healthy cash flow and timely vendor/client settlements.  Prepared accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.  Worked with international donors and partners to align billing with project grant agreements.  Supported payroll administration and tax compliance for over 20 staff members.     Liaise with finance officers to process requisitions, VAT records, travel expenses, and procurement in compliance with institutional guidelines. Support efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support. Maintain inventory of office supplies and IT equipment; handle vendor engagement. Support grant reporting with data collection, report writing, and financial analysis. Accounts and Administrative Assistant / Consolidated Bank Ghana Ltd - Kumasi - Ashanti Region, Ghana 11/2021 - 10/2022  Assisted with client account documentation and reconciliation.  Supported internal audit prep and report validation.  Maintained records of daily transactions and cashbook entries.  Directed customer inquiries to appropriate department personnel.  Inputted customer information into database systems for accurate record-keeping purposes.  Tracked expenses and prepared expense reports for management review.  Developed and implemented efficient office procedures to streamline workflow.  Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.  Proofread documents including letters, emails, memos, contracts prior to distribution or submission.  Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations, and correspondence. Provided administrative support for executive staff members.  Organized office supplies and placed orders when necessary.  Maintained filing system for all documents related to office operations.  Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.  Verified accuracy of invoices before submitting payments to vendors. Finance and Office Assistant Intern / Sekyere Rural Bank Ltd - Kumasi, Ghana . 05/2019 - 09/2019  Supported teller and back-office functions including cash counting, daily balance sheets, and loan file management.  Engaged with customers for account opening, check processing, and general inquiries.  Delivered front-office customer support, document preparation, and clerical assistance.  Filed and organized financial documents for branch operations.  Developed financial models to analyze and assess the performance of investments. .  Generated weekly, monthly and quarterly reports summarizing key financial metrics.  Assisted in the preparation of audit documents, such as reconciliations and journal entries.  Analyzed historical financial statements for trends or insights into the business operations.  Participated in team meetings to discuss new ideas around finance process automation opportunities.  Prepared balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. EDUCATION AND TRAINING Some College (No Degree): Certificate in NGO Management And Operation Dataville Research Institute - Lagos, Nigeria 01/2025 Bachelor of Science: Business Administration (Accounting And Finance) Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology - Kumasi - Ashanti Region 10/2021 CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING  Customer Service Essentials (Internal Training – GPI)  Financial Literacy and Client Relations Workshops  Cash Handling and Risk Prevention Training ACCOMPLISHMENTS  Youth Model Parliamentarian – Selected as a constituency representative for Asutifi South through the Youth Empowerment Consortium, promoting youth inclusion in governance and development.  Outstanding project coordination – recognized by Ghana Permaculture Institute and SONED e.V. For exemplary coordination of a successful youth exchange program between Ghana and Germany  Top Performer – Financial Audit Readiness – Commended for leading the internal financial systems restructuring that ensured timely and accurate audits, with zero noncompliance issues. TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES .  Inventory Management  Billing and Invoicing  Handling Customer Complaints  Bookkeeping  Financial Reporting and Analysis  Budget Preparation and Management .  Accounts Reconciliation  Audit Support and Compliance  Financial Forecasting and Planning  Proficiency in Accounting Software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Tally)  Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills  Attention to Detail and Accuracy  Stakeholder Relationship Management  Advanced MS Excel and Financial Modeling  Familiarity with HR and finance systems KEY STRENGTHS          Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset. Adaptable and quick to learn new financial systems. Calm under pressure; skilled at detecting invoice discrepancies. Team player who thrives in multicultural and diverse workplaces. Strong numeracy and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Excellent time management and organizational skills. Comfortable working night shifts and in remote teams. Culturally sensitive and collaborative. LEADERSHIP ROLE  2022 - 2024 Youth Empowerment Consortium- Member of Youth Parliament for Asutifi South Constituency.  2021 Kumasi Technical University SRC Audit Committee Secretary.  2010/2011 Oxford Senior High School (Sunyani) Senior Boys Prefect.  2015 - 2017 Vision Educational Complex (Ahafo - Mim) Assistant Headteacher. AWARDS RECEIVED  2010 Oxford SHS, the most performing prefect of the school.  2009 Oxford SHS (The Overall Best Student of the Year).  2nd Position in Inter-School Debate Competition at Sunyani. PROJECTS & ADVOCACY  . UNODC-Funded Project Writer & Coordinator – Designed and implemented a project on youth empowerment and anti-drug education, which received full funding. .  Youth Parliamentarian – Asutifi South Constituency – Advocated for youth inclusion in local governance and policy making.  Women's Peer Learning Exchange (GPI 2024) – Led training coordination across 8 districts on climate resilience and economic empowerment. LANGUAGES English: First Language English: C2 Proficient (C2) REFERENCES References available upon request. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Language: English: Fluent (Both Written and Spoken) Health Status: Excellent Criminal Record: None .