RICHARD AMPONSAH
Taunton,Somerset
Summary
Financial analysis and auditing professional with experience in bookkeeping, compliance, and accurate reporting. Proficient in budgeting and forecasting software, ensuring reliable data and actionable insights. Known for strong problem-solving, decision-making integrity, and attention to detail.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Food production operator
Yeo Valley
Cannington, Somerset
2026.09 - Current
- Adhered to strict guidelines in food handling, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Troubleshot minor technical issues with machinery, prevented major disruptions in workflow.
- Maintained clean work environment, supporting productivity and operational efficiency.
- Supported other operators during peak hours, maintained uninterrupted workflow.
- Packed final products for timely dispatch, facilitated swift dispatching process to reduce 2 hours lost time.
- Recorded data accurately for maintaining production records, aided in performance evaluation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance team performance during high-demand periods.
Principal Accountant
Offinso North Directorate
Kumasi
2021.03 - 2026.09
- Analysed complex financial data to support stronger decision-making outcomes.
- Verified legal compliance in accounting practices to mitigate risks effectively.
- Updated accounting policies to ensure compliance with daily law and regulation changes.
- Performed internal audits to lower risk of financial mismanagement to save lost of £3,000.
- Advised on tax matters to reduce avoidable liabilities consistently.
- Prepared cash flow statements to manage liquidity efficiently.
- Mentored 3 junior accountants on procedures and regulations to enhance team capability.
- Liaised with key stakeholders on finance issues to build confidence.
Senior Accountant
Suame Municipal Directorate
2019.04 - 2021.02
- Created detailed financial reports, informing strategic planning and decision-making.
- Improved financial accuracy by running rigorous auditing processes.
- Applied strict accounting standards to ensure financial integrity and compliance across organisation.
- Maintained organised, accurate records to enable smooth audits.
- Completed monthly bank statement reconciliations and removed monetary discrepancies.
- Prepared tax returns carefully to avoid penalties and late fees to amount of £220.
- Installed new accounting software, enhancing accuracy and streamlining accounting processes.
Senior Accountant
Kumasi South Hospital
Kumasi
2017.01 - 2019.03
- Prepared detailed financial reports supporting strategic planning decisions daily to decrease daily financial expenditure by 5%.
- Generated regular finance reports, enhancing company transparency for stakeholders.
- Provided financial insights in cross-functional teams, supporting informed decision-making.
- Assisted with tax preparations, ensuring compliance to prevent penalties and late fees.
- Maintained organised, accurate records to facilitate smooth audits.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial statements through meticulous record keeping.
- Trained 2 new hires on accounting procedures to support knowledge sharing.
Accounts Officer
Kyekyewere Health Centre
2014.01 - 2016.12
- Implemented new accounting software to improve cost-efficiency across accounts.
- Completed annual audits to support accurate financial reporting.
- Developed efficient invoicing system that improved record-keeping accuracy by 10%.
- Maintained payroll records, supporting timely and accurate payroll processing.
- Streamlined payroll processing through meticulous record maintenance.
- Filed tax returns punctually, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Ensured compliance with standard accounting practices during all operations.
Accounts Officer
Nkawie Government Hospital
Kumasi
2009.05 - 2013.11
- Conducted monthly reconciliations of bank accounts for accuracy purposes.
- Created detailed financial reports by analysing accounting data.
- Streamlined the invoice process, eliminated late payment issues.
- Achieved a streamlined invoicing system with meticulous record-keeping.
- Generated regular budget forecasts for strategic planning purposes.
- Assisted in annual audits to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reduced unnecessary expenditure.
Accounts Officer
Manhyia District Hospital
Kumasi
2008.01 - 2009.03
- Managed accounts payable and receivable to maintain steady cash flow.
- Streamlined invoice processing, eliminating late payment issues.
- Optimised budget allocations to enhance financial efficiency.
- Maintained compliance with standard accounting practices across all operations.
- Complied with tax regulations through timely filing of returns.
- Filed tax returns on time to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with finance team on quarterly budget analysis meetings.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
Ghana 2013.01 - 2016.01
Bachelor of Science in Administration - Accounting
University of Education, Winneba
Winneba, Ghana 2007.01 - 2011.01
Diploma in Business Studies - Accounting
Kumasi Polytechnic
Ghana 2003.01 - 2006.01
Skills
- Food safety practices
- Quality control
- Operational efficiency
- Time management
- Team coordination
- Problem-solving skills
- Analytical thinking
- Reporting accuracy
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Accounting software
- Creativity and adaptability
- Customer focus
REFERENCES
Available upon request
Certification
-UK Provisional License
-International Driving License
Timeline
Food production operator
Yeo Valley
2026.09 - Current
Principal Accountant
Offinso North Directorate
2021.03 - 2026.09
Senior Accountant
Suame Municipal Directorate
2019.04 - 2021.02
Senior Accountant
Kumasi South Hospital
2017.01 - 2019.03
Accounts Officer
Kyekyewere Health Centre
2014.01 - 2016.12
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
2013.01 - 2016.01
Accounts Officer
Nkawie Government Hospital
2009.05 - 2013.11
Accounts Officer
Manhyia District Hospital
2008.01 - 2009.03
Bachelor of Science in Administration - Accounting
University of Education, Winneba
2007.01 - 2011.01
Diploma in Business Studies - Accounting
Kumasi Polytechnic
2003.01 - 2006.01