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Samuel Kojo Aidoo

@samuelkojoaidoo

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Experienced Chartered Accountant with expertise in finance, accounting, and internal audit

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role that utilizes my expertise in finance, accounting, and internal audit to drive business growth and improvement.

I am a seasoned finance professional with over 17 years of experience in external audit, process reviews, financial and management reporting, taxation, internal audit, and risk management. My key strengths include uncompromising integrity and ethical standards, financial accounting, cash management, and corporate finance competence, strategic vision and leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, reliability, a results-oriented mindset, self-confidence, and a strong work ethic.

I have held various leadership positions, including Head of Internal Audit, Strategic Initiatives, and Audit and Advisory Manager, where I have demonstrated my ability to lead teams, develop strategic plans, and implement process improvements. I am a Fellow of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) and a member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation Ghana (CIT) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICA-Gh).

I am currently pursuing a PhD in Finance at the University of South Africa and hold an MBA in Finance from Wisconsin International University College, Ghana. I am proficient in various software, including Stata, MS Word, Advanced MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Sun Accounting Software, Tally, QuickBooks, Peach Tree, and Lotus Notes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Head, Internal Audit

Current

CIB Ghana

Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)

As Head of Internal Audit, I assess governance and risk management effectiveness, set up the internal audit department, and lead it to pass external quality assurance assessments. I also developed the department's manual and annual audit plans.

Internal Audit Risk Management Governance Quality Assurance Financial Reporting

Audit and Advisory Manager

MKA Partners

May 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Managed audits and advisory services, improving loan performance by 30% and ensuring compliance with IFRS. Designed new accounting procedures and implemented tax planning arrangements for clients.

Audit Management IFRS Tax Planning Financial Statements

Head, Internal Audit

FirstBanC Financial Services

Jan 2016 - May 2019 (3 years 4 months)

Led internal audits across divisions, identified risks, and provided recommendations. Increased audit performance by 20% and uncovered fraud, leading to significant savings for the company.

Internal Audit Risk Assessment Fraud Detection Compliance Audit

Internal Audit Manager

World Vision International

May 2013 - Nov 2015 (2 years 6 months)

Increased productivity of the Internal Audit Department by 35% and implemented a risk-based audit plan. Conducted audits across multiple regions and provided valuable recommendations for process improvements.

Internal Audit Risk Management Process Improvement Audit

Business/Strategic Analyst

Association of Oil Marketing Companies of Ghana

Jul 2011 - Mar 2013 (1 year 8 months)

Conducted financial analysis and provided strategic recommendations to improve profitability in the oil marketing sector. Developed a financial model and led recovery of outstanding funds.

Financial Analysis Strategic Planning Financial Modeling Stakeholder Engagement

Head of Finance

International Facilities Services

Mar 2011 - Jul 2011 (4 months)

Ensured compliance with financial legislation and managed departmental spending. Developed management accounting systems that led to significant cost reductions.

Financial Management Compliance Reporting Team Management

Assistant Audit Manager

BNA Chartered Accountants

Nov 2009 - Mar 2011 (1 year 4 months)

Planned and coordinated audit phases, evaluated internal controls, and guided staff in audit processes. Reviewed tax returns and provided tax planning advice.

Audit Internal Controls Staff Training Tax Planning