CHARLES OWUSU BOSOMPEM
London
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with expertise in financial accounting and statutory reporting, cost control, budgeting, and variance analysis. Demonstrates proficiency in payroll administration, statutory compliance, and financial controls. Skilled in audit, governance, regulatory compliance, and management reporting. Adept at applying IFRS and professional accounting standards with advanced Excel capabilities for financial analysis. Committed to enhancing organisational efficiency through robust risk management and strategic financial planning.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Financial Accountant
Jacob Manu & Co., Chartered Certified Accountants
London
2024.01 - 2026.01
- Prepare management accounts, income statements, and balance sheets to support operational and commercial decision-making.
- Manage payroll for multiple clients with a combined workforce exceeding 500 employees, ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and lodge statutory returns including VAT, CIS, PAYE, Corporation Tax, and Self-Assessment within required deadlines.
- Perform bank reconciliations, monitor cash flow, and support accurate month-end and year-end reporting.
- Maintain effective internal controls and support audit readiness.
Audit Assistant Manager
Ghana Audit Service
Accra
2019.01 - 2023.12
- Delivered financial and compliance audits in line with public financial management legislation and professional standards.
- Contributed to a nationwide payroll audit under a World Bank-funded project, generating cost savings of approximately USD 100 million through strengthened controls.
- Led audit teams, supervised staff, and ensured assignments were completed on time and to quality standards.
- Reviewed financial controls, identified operational and financial risks, and provided practical recommendations to improve efficiency and governance.
Senior Financial Analyst / Management Accountant
Ghana Audit Service
Accra
2012.01 - 2018.12
- Supported budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across departments in a highly regulated environment.
- Developed costing models and Excel-based dashboards to identify cost drivers and improve cost control.
- Prepared budget performance and variance reports to support management decision-making.
- Supported budget reform initiatives that improved resource allocation and financial transparency.
IT Support Specialist
Ghana Audit Service
2009.01 - 2011.01
Education
MSc - Accounting and Finance
University of Northampton
2025.09 - 2026.09
BA - Political Science and Psychology
University of Ghana
2010.08 - 2016.01
Skills
- Financial accounting and statutory reporting
- Cost control, budgeting and variance analysis (CAPEX/OPEX)
- Payroll administration and statutory compliance
- Financial controls and risk management
- Audit, governance and regulatory compliance
- Management reporting and reconciliations
- IFRS and professional accounting standards
- Advanced Excel and financial analysis
Certification
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
- Executive Certificate in Project Management
REFERENCES
Available on request
KEY PROJECTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
National Payroll Audit (World Bank Project): Supported payroll reforms delivering savings of approximately USD 100 million., International Compliance Audit: Audited the Ghana Embassy in Valletta, Malta, ensuring compliance with financial and statutory requirements., Costing and Budget Reform Initiatives: Developed costing systems to enhance financial control and accountability.
COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTARY EXPERIENCE
- Asanteman UK, Executive Secretary, Voluntary
- British Heart Foundation, Seasonal Volunteer
Affiliations
- Member – ACCA (United Kingdom)
- Member – ISACA
Timeline
MSc - Accounting and Finance
University of Northampton
2025.09 - 2026.09
Financial Accountant
Jacob Manu & Co., Chartered Certified Accountants
2024.01 - 2026.01
Audit Assistant Manager
Ghana Audit Service
2019.01 - 2023.12
Senior Financial Analyst / Management Accountant
Ghana Audit Service
2012.01 - 2018.12
BA - Political Science and Psychology
University of Ghana
2010.08 - 2016.01
IT Support Specialist
Ghana Audit Service
2009.01 - 2011.01