Richmond Gorkeh

RICHMOND GORKEH 📍 Kumasi, Ghana | 📧-| 📞 +233 *** *** ***| 💻 LinkedIn: ************************* | PROFILE I am a responsible individual with a keen sense of detail, highly qualified for an accounting, audit, bookkeeping and data entry role. I like to work in environments where precision and accuracy are valued. My adaptability enables me to acquire new concepts and techniques, with my enthusiasm for learning providing continuous improvement. I am driven by objectives and committed to maintaining integrity, reliability, and discipline at a personal and professional level. EDUCATION BACKGROUND March 2025 Institute of Chartered Accountants – Ghana (ICAG)  Professional certificate 2013 -2016 Takoradi Technical University  Higher National Diploma (HND) Marketing – First class honor WORK EXPERIENCE 2023 – 2024 QuickBooks Accountant/ Bookkeeper (Light Source Accounting Inc. - Remote)  Managed accounts payable: verified vendor invoices, matched purchase orders, and processed timely payments.  Oversaw accounts receivable: prepared and issued invoices, maintained aging reports, and followed up on overdue accounts to improve cash flow.  Processed weekly payroll for employees and contractors.  Reconcile bank statements and see to it that discrepancies are rectified in good time.  Recorded daily journal entries, invoices, and receipts in QuickBooks Online (QBO) with strong attention to accuracy and completeness.  Assisted management with budget preparation, forecasts, and performance tracking to identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue improvement.  Carried out financial analysis and variance reviews, weighing up alternative options and recommending the most profitable or cost-effective outcomes based on data insights.  Performed investigative accounting tasks, tracing discrepancies, analyzing trends, and recommending corrective actions to strengthen financial accuracy and integrity.  Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines and goals.  Collaborated with management to implement internal controls and monitor adherence to established financial procedures. 2022 – 2023 QuickBooks Accountant/ Bookkeeper (AND Group Solution - Remote)  Managed accounts payable: verified vendor invoices, matched purchase orders, and processed timely payments.  Oversaw accounts receivable: prepared and issued invoices, maintained aging reports, and followed up on overdue accounts to improve cash flow.  Processed weekly payroll for employees and contractors.  Reconcile bank statements and see to it that discrepancies are rectified in good time.  Recorded daily journal entries, invoices, and receipts in QuickBooks Online (QBO) with strong attention to accuracy and completeness. 2021 – 2025 Data Entry Clerk (Level Valuation LLC - Remote)  Conducted online and document-based research to gather relevant information, statistics, and financial data for reports and analysis.  Enter, modify, and save data accurately and efficiently in databases or spreadsheets.  Verify data for completeness and accuracy, and make corrections as necessary.  Sort and categorize data into required formats or categories.  Retrieve information from databases or electronic files as needed.  Clean and update current data as necessary.  Gather and collect data from various sources.  Used Excel, Google Sheets, and other tools to manage, track, and visualize research-related data efficiently. 2017 – 2021 Credit Officer (Adehyeman Savings and Loans Ltd - Accra)  Evaluated loan applications by assessing clients’ creditworthiness, financial records, and repayment capacity in accordance with company policy.  Conducted detailed client interviews and background checks to verify income sources, guarantors, and collateral documentation.  Prepared and presented loan proposals and credit reports to the Credit Committee for approval and recommendation.  Monitored and managed loan disbursements, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to approved terms.  Performed regular loan portfolio reviews, tracking repayment performance and identifying potential risks or delinquent accounts early.  Conducted field visits to assess business operations and verify the use of loan funds for micro and SME clients.  Managed loan recoveries and collections, negotiating repayment arrangements and maintaining good client relationships. CERTIFICATION  Institute of Chartered Accountants - Ghana (ICAG) Professional Certificate  QuickBooks Online Advanced Certification KEY PERSONAL SKILLS      Detailed oriented Good analytical skills Good organizational and time management skills High value for personal and professional integrity Good communication skills and a team player with a passion for problem-solving TECHNICAL SKILLS SOFTWARE & TOOLS: QuickBooks Online (QBO) • Excel • Google Sheets • Oracle NetSuite • Global Pay • CoStar • Canva Photoshop • ChatGPT • Dropbox • Share Point • Microsoft Outlook • Microsoft Teams • Telegram • Gmail • RingCentral • UiPath • Grammarly • Time Doctor • Zoom CORE COMPETENCIES: Accounts Payable & Receivable • Payroll Processing • Financial Reporting • Bank Reconciliation • Budgeting & Forecasting • General Ledger Management • Journal Entries • Data Entry & Accuracy • Variance Analysis • Expense Tracking • Audit Support • Virtual Assistance • Internal Controls & Compliance REFEREES Mr. Cassius Agbodo AND Group Solution – Project Manager Lev Yagudayev Level Valuation LLC – Partner