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ANDERSON KWAKU GBANGO

ANDERSON KWAKU GBANGO

Finanace And Accounting Specialist
Berlin

Summary


Career Summary

Finance professional with over a decade of experience in financial management, reporting, and investment strategy. Holding an MSc in Finance & Investment and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, I bring extensive knowledge of IFRS, IAS, and GAAP to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations. Proficient in financial analysis, risk assessment, and strategic planning, I contribute to organizational growth through sound decision-making and long-term value creation.

Career Goal

My ambition is to progress into a senior leadership position such as CFO, Finance Director, or Head of Financial Strategy where I can apply my financial expertise, regulatory background, and strategic insight to drive sustainable performance, enhance governance, and align business objectives with evolving global financial practices.


Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Production Associate

TESLA Manufacturing Company Limited
07.2024 - Current
  • Successfully gathered quality-related data from the production line, including defect rates, scrap reports and customer feedback.


  • Efficient in coordinating and preparing documentation for internal and external quality audits.
  • Successfully assisted in routine product inspection or sample testing in collaboration with quality engineers and technicians.


  • Successfully gathered quality-related data from the production line, including defect rates, scrap reports and customer feedback


Finance and HR Officer

Atlas Relief and Development International(ARDI.e.V)-INGO
02.2022 - 06.2024
  • Successfully strengthened financial oversight and accountability across key operational and financial processes.
  • Successfully managed multi-donor-funded project budgets, and ensured accurate, timely financial reporting in compliance with donor requirements.
  • Successfully led and completed audit processes on time, ensuring that financial statements were free from material misstatement.
  • Efficiently spearheaded the automation of payroll processes, resulting in improved accuracy and reduced processing time.
  • Successfully built a resilient HR support framework, enhancing employee service delivery, and operational stability.
  • Effectively promoted organizational growth and supported the implementation of strategic initiatives.
  • Promote an inclusive and ethical workplace culture that values diversity, integrity, and accountability.
  • Successfully navigated complex grant compliance requirements, ensuring full adherence to donor regulations, and reporting standards.


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Accountant

MIHOSO International Foundation (NGO)
05.2011 - 01.2022
  • Successfully maintained financial stability and strengthened accountability by applying sound fiscal management and robust internal controls.
  • Demonstrated strong financial management by successfully handling multi-donor budgets, and delivering high-quality financial reports.
  • Successfully led audit readiness processes in preparation for audits by leading international firms, including PwC, KPMG, Deloitte & Touche, and Ernst & Young.
  • Led the development and implementation of financial policies aligned with best practices and industry standards.
  • Significantly enhanced the accuracy of budgeting and forecasting, enabling better financial decision-making.
  • Led the digitization of financial processes through the successful adoption of QuickBooks and Tally, streamlining operations and data quality reliability.
  • Enabled evidence-based programmatic decision-making by aligning financial data with program goals.
  • Built the financial capacity of company field officers and SHG organizations, promoting sustainable financial practices at the grassroots level.
  • Oversaw compliance with Ghana's statutory obligations, including tax filings, regulatory reports, and labor laws.


Accountant

Brooks Asset Management Limited
10.2010 - 03.2011
  • Achieved a 30% improvement in financial reporting accuracy and turnaround time, supporting better decision-making.
  • Led the implementation of cloud-based accounting software (QuickBooks), resulting in improved scalability and operational flexibility.
  • Optimized budget planning and expenditure controls to reduce costs and support strategic financial goals.
  • Implemented a robust compliance and internal controls framework to deter pilfering, and promote accountability.
  • Provided analytical support for investment performance reviews, helping identify trends and areas for improvement.

Education

Master of Science - Finance And Investment

Unniversity For The Creative Arts, UCA, Through BSBI
Berlin, Germany
05-2024

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

University of Cape Coast ( UCC )
Cape Coast, Ghana
09-2016

Higher National Diploma ( HND ) - Accounting

Sunyani Technical University ( STU )
Sunyani, Ghana
09-2010

High School Certificate - Business

Ghana Secondary School
Tamale, Ghana
08-2005

Skills

  • Accounting and Financial analysis
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Cross functional capabilities
  • Specialist in donor budgeting and reporting
  • Accounting and financial reporting
  • Risk Management
  • Accounting software(Xero,Xoho,Datev,Quickbooks,Tally,SAP,ERP)
  • Corporate finance
  • Financial markets and instruments

References

Dylan, Renfro, Programs Manager, Atlas Relief and Dev.Int(ARDI)

Katie Krueger, Director of Programs,  Atlas Relief and Development International.

Thomas Benarkuu, Senior Programs Officer, Atlas Relief and Dev.Int(ARDI).

Interests

Playing basketball and table tennis, swimming and hiking

Timeline

Production Associate

TESLA Manufacturing Company Limited
07.2024 - Current

Finance and HR Officer

Atlas Relief and Development International(ARDI.e.V)-INGO
02.2022 - 06.2024

Accountant

MIHOSO International Foundation (NGO)
05.2011 - 01.2022

Accountant

Brooks Asset Management Limited
10.2010 - 03.2011

Master of Science - Finance And Investment

Unniversity For The Creative Arts, UCA, Through BSBI

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

University of Cape Coast ( UCC )

Higher National Diploma ( HND ) - Accounting

Sunyani Technical University ( STU )

High School Certificate - Business

Ghana Secondary School
ANDERSON KWAKU GBANGOFinanace And Accounting Specialist