Francisca Gandaa
Sunyani
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with over eight years of expertise in accounting, monitoring and evaluation, research, and coaching, with a proven track record in enhancing financial processes and fostering economic growth. Skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Calendar Management, internet research, preparation of travel itineraries, data entry, and QuickBooks, and known for excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Account Officer
Red River Foods Ghana Limited Company
01.2023 - Current
- Ensured 100% accuracy in financial transaction documentation and reconciliation by meticulously entering and verifying all transactions in QuickBooks.
- Reduced petty cash discrepancies by 100% through efficient management using the imprest system, contributing to better financial control.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and organization of accounting documents, achieving zero data breaches and ensuring full compliance with company policies.
- Regularly coordinated and documented expenses and advances, reducing unreconciled expenses by 20% through consistent follow-ups and error checking.
Administrative Assistant
Red River Foods Ghana Limited Company
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed executive schedules with 99% accuracy, minimizing scheduling conflicts and enabling the leadership team to focus on high-priority strategic initiatives.
- Coordinated over 25 meetings annually and streamlined travel arrangements, reducing booking errors by 20% and ensuring cost-effective travel planning.
- Improved office record-keeping efficiency by 25% by implementing structured filing systems, resulting in quicker document retrieval and enhanced data accuracy.
- Prepared and organized expense reports and records with high attention to detail, ensuring 100% compliance with company policies and contributing to smooth daily operations.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Red River Foods Ghana Limited Company
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted in developing and implementing a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system for the Cashew Pruning and Thinning Program, increasing program performance tracking accuracy by 30%.
- Collected, and entered data into ODK data collection tool, and analyzed field data against key performance indicators, enabling management to identify improvement areas and make data-driven decisions, contributing to a 25% increase in program efficiency.
- Conducted regular data reporting that improved stakeholder engagement, resulting in a 15% enhancement in informed decision-making and program alignment with strategic goals.
- Enhanced program impact by driving continuous improvement efforts, which supported the adoption of more sustainable agricultural practices and led to better outcomes for cashew farmers.
Coach
Solidaridad West Africa
04.2017 - 06.2018
- Trained and mentored over 30 young individuals from cocoa farming communities in the Assin North Municipality, equipping them with skills to develop profitable service ventures in the cocoa industry.
- Facilitated the successful establishment of 10+ youth-led businesses, fostering economic growth and creating sustainable income sources within the region.
- Implemented monthly data collection and progress tracking for each business, enabling customized training adjustments that improved business viability by 20%.
- Enhanced program impact by providing tailored coaching and support, resulting in a 30% increase in youth retention and engagement within the program.
- Contributed to the sustainability of the cocoa industry in the region by empowering youth to create service ventures that support cocoa production and processing needs, leading to more resilient local economies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Accounting
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana09-2026
Higher National Diploma - Business Accountancy
Tamale Technical University
TamaleSkills
- Calendar/Email management
- Community
Outreach - Confidentiality
- Data
Entry - Events Planning/Management
- Expense
Reports - Microsoft
Office Suits, Google Work Space - Office
Administration - QuickBooks
- Travel
Arrangements
Certification
- Virtual Assistant, ALX Africa - 23 September 2024 - 26th November 2024
- AI Career Essentials, ALX Africa - 5th August - 23rd September 2024
Timeline
Account Officer
Red River Foods Ghana Limited Company
01.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Red River Foods Ghana Limited Company
01.2019 - 12.2022
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Red River Foods Ghana Limited Company
07.2018 - 12.2018
Coach
Solidaridad West Africa
04.2017 - 06.2018
Higher National Diploma - Business Accountancy
Tamale Technical University
- Virtual Assistant, ALX Africa - 23 September 2024 - 26th November 2024
- AI Career Essentials, ALX Africa - 5th August - 23rd September 2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Accounting
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
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