Lord Ebo Mills

Lord Ebo Mills Phone: - Email:-Address: P. O. Box LG 1154, Legon – Accra, Ghana A Chartered Accounting professional with over 20 years of experience in finance and accounting, specializing in financial planning, budgeting, auditing, and operations management. Known for exceptional client service and leadership, with a track record of optimizing financial team operations. Seeking a fulltime position in a growing organization to apply my expertise in achieving company goals. Professional Experience Finance and Management Consultant (Contract) | June 2023 – Present Green Africa Minerals FZCO, Ghana Main Duties: • • Prepared Annual operational and capital expenditure budgets for review and approval. Developed and review on quarterly basis a financial manual for operations in Dar es Salaam and Morogoro. • Oversaw the installation and training of accounting software (SAP & QuickBooks) over a period of one month. • Prepared monthly and quarterly management reports. • Ensured accurate and timely (Monthly and yearly) tax return filings. Achievements • Established The Finance Dept, Introduce a new accounting software (SAP) • Generated reporting Templates (Monthly report, Cash projection reports, etc) • Prepared Financial manual Group Chief Financial Officer | Sept 2020 – Present GTI Investment Holding Limited, Ghana Main Duties: • Led the development of annual and monthly financial architecture, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. • Managed a monthly interaction with tax authorities and provided litigation support at the Group level. • Oversaw monthly and yearly consolidated balance sheet and income statement accounts and reconciliations. • Implemented cost-saving initiatives and provided procurement feedback per our centralized procurement system. • Established KPIs for the finance team and ensured their training and development. Achievements • Established Finance Depts in the various subsidiaries (KAT, KATON, GTI Bank) • Introduced universal and subsidiary financial manuals • Various management reporting templates • Introduced mandatory quarterly stock take • Negotiated payment plan for outstanding tax obligations and ensured adherence Head of Finance | Jan 2018 – Aug 2020 African Towers Limited, Ghana Main Duties: • • • Collaborated with the finance team on strategic financial matters and performance analysis. Assisted in long-term financial planning aligned with business strategies. Oversaw the preparation of financial statements and reports for management and board review. • Conducted competitor and industry analysis for strategic insights. • Managed banking arrangements and represented the company in financial institutions. Achievements • • • Cataloged all inventory items into the stores software (SAP) Established procedures in capturing data into the accounting software (SAP) Prepared the Financial manual for the organization Senior Cost and Management Accountant | Jan 2017 – Dec 2017 Maxmass Limited, Ghana Main Duties: • • • • • Communicated financial policies and provided process improvement guidance. Prepared management accounts for variance monitoring. Developed and implemented a risk management policy. Prepared annual department and company budgets. Managed cash flow forecasting and inventory management. Finance and Administration Manager | May 2014 – Dec 2016 DEM Equipment Ghana Ltd, Ghana Main Duties: • • • • • Managed accounts payable, receivables, payroll, and compliance to statutory regulations. Ensured accurate financial reporting and internal control systems. Supervised payroll preparation and statutory payments. Implemented new accounting software (INTEGRAL). Organized promotional events, significantly increasing sales. Lecturer | Dec 2013 – Oct 2016 University of Cape Coast Distance Learning, Ghana Main Duties: • • • • Taught financial and management accounting subjects. Participated in assessment processes and provided constructive feedback. Supervised student research projects. Delivered lectures in classrooms and online environments. Senior Accounts Officer | June 2005 – Oct 2010 AngloGold Ashanti Mine (Iduapriem) Ltd, Ghana Main Duties: • Managed high-volume purchase invoices and staff expenses. • • • • Prepared cost reports and supported external audits. Oversaw budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Maintained accounting records using Vision Software and SUN accounts. Ensured compliance with internal control systems and SOX requirements. Education Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) Online program Corporate Finance Institute, Vancouver, Canada, Feb 2024 ACCA Qualified Accountant London School of Business and Finance, London, UK, Aug 2013 Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance London School of Business and Finance (London Metropolitan Uni), London, UK, Dec 2013 Post Graduate Certificate in Management & Administration Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), Sept 2008 – Nov 2009 Technical Proficiencies • • Experienced with SUN Accounts, Vision Software, BPAX, SAGE, Tally Accounts, Integral, SAP Data Analysis with Microsoft Excel, Financial Modelling, Preparation of Financial Manual Skills • • • • • • • • Financial Planning & Reporting Operations Management Strategic Planning & Budgeting Internal & External Auditing Restructuring Finance Departments Proficiency in SAP, QuickBooks, SUN Accounts, SAGE, Tally Accounts, BPAX, and Integral Advanced Excel and Word Strong leadership and client relationship management References Available upon request