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reginald donkor

@reginaldonkor

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Professional Accountant specializing in financial strategies and business management.

Rwanda

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that challenges me to leverage my financial expertise while fostering innovation and strategic growth within an organization.

I am a seasoned Professional Accountant with extensive experience in leading financial strategies and making impactful business management decisions across diverse industries, including Higher Education, International Development, Agriculture, and Commerce. My specialized knowledge in process re-engineering, business performance measurement, and strategy mapping has enabled me to help organizations turn opportunities and threats into business drivers. I am committed to driving competitive advantage through technology, creating organizational value, and fostering agility and data-driven decision-making.

Currently, I serve as a Senior Finance Officer at Carnegie Mellon University in Kigali, Rwanda, where I manage a substantial annual budget and oversee financial resources in alignment with university policies. My role involves improving service delivery, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with fiscal audits. Previously, I worked with RUFORUM in Uganda, where I transformed key financial processes and designed dashboards to enhance budget performance tracking. My career has been marked by a dedication to promoting financial integrity and operational efficiency, making a significant impact on the organizations I have worked with.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Finance Officer

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Carnegie Mellon University

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)

As Senior Finance Officer at CMU-Africa, I manage a $25M annual budget and $10M in grants, aligning financial resources with university policies. I improved service delivery by 13% through process reforms and enhanced financial reporting using Power BI.

Budget Management Financial Reporting Power BI Process Improvement Risk Assessment Financial Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Internal Controls

Systems/Management Accountant

Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agricul

Jan 2019 - Jan 2022 (3 years)

At RUFORUM, I conducted financial control activities and designed dashboards to monitor budget performance. I transformed financial processes to e-processes, improving service lead time by 40% and managed a $25M financial cycle.

Financial Control Dashboard Design Budget Management Financial Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Project Management

Finance Manager

Masara N’arziki Farmers Association

Apr 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 9 months)

As Finance Manager at MAFA, I managed financial reporting and strategic tax planning, reducing tax liability by 40%. I led the implementation of an ERP system and improved cash flows by over 25% through automated budget controls.

Financial Reporting Tax Planning ERP Implementation Budget Management Cash Flow Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Compliance Financial Strategy

Accountant

Modern World Logistics

Oct 2012 - Apr 2014 (1 year 6 months)

At MWL, I established the finance department, implementing QuickBooks and drafting accounting policies. My efforts reduced expenses by 15% and streamlined operations, significantly enhancing cash inflow.

Financial Accounting Quickbooks Policy Development Expense Management Operations Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Financial Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Master of Philosophy, Industrial Finance and Investment

2017 - 2022

Pursued a Master of Philosophy in Industrial Finance and Investment, focusing on advanced financial concepts and investment strategies to enhance organizational financial performance.

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Bachelor of Science, Administration (Accounting option)

2012 - 2016

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Administration with a specialization in Accounting, gaining foundational knowledge in accounting principles and practices.