Agnes Owusu-Ansah

Director, Risk and Compliance , Government Agency

Accra, Ghana

Agile finance professional with extensive experience in management, financial operations, fraud detection and corporate governance. Skilled in enhancing internal controls, committed to driving transparency and accountability while supporting organizational growth. Able to stabilize hostile work environment through emotional intelligence and good leadership qualities. Results oriented and achiever

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Area of Expertise:
  • Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
  • Fundraising, Business Development, Grants Writer
  • Government, Governance, Reforms
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
  • Trade, Finance, Economics, Cooperation, Global
Professional Experience:

A Ghanaian Professional with many years of diverse experience in spearheading high-end financial management, financial controls, accountancy, treasury management and consultancy. A background in Finance with hands-on experience in Financial Operations and Auditing controls. Exceptional ability to plan and develop financial solutions including fundraising yo support the operational requirements of multiple business units. I have a proven ability to adapt to new workplace environments and to new leadership roles.

With a focus in Corporate Governance during my Doctoral program, I have acquired knowledge which provides practical and achievable solutions on how to improve Governance structures to increase shareholders wealth, transparency, accountability efficiency and responsibilities.

As a Certified Fraud Examiner, I have acquired additional skill set in fraud prevention and detection. Quick to identify red flags in possible fraudulent activities and ability to conduct investigations and interviews within the legal framework of my jurisdiction.

I am ready to offer my services as an experienced finance professional, a Corporate Governance expert and a Fraud Examiner, a skill set which is highly needed in today’s complex and highly technological environment.

Education:

Certified Fraud Examiner - October 2024
Courses undertaken include:
Fraud Detection and Prevention
Law
Financial transactions (financial statements fraud, insurance fraud, health care fraud and cybersecurity)

Swiss Management Center University- October 2015
Obtained my Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) after going through a thorough taught course and several class presentations.
Key courses include:
Corporate Governance
Strategic Management
Performance Management
Personal identification
Research methods
Strategic Leadership
Financial and International Marketing
Ghana Institute of Public Administration - 2008
Obtained Masters in Business Administration (Finance)
Key courses offered include:
Financial Management
Quantitative techniques
Financial Modeling
Investment Decisions
Strategic Management
Procurement

Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana- 2002
Qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2002 after going through all required stages and practical training with KPMG. Some of the courses studied include:
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Quantitative Methods and Techniques
Contract Law, Company Law, Tort
Procurement
Management Information Systems

Affiliations and Achievements:

Audit Committees:
Chairperson- Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation
Member- Ghana Water Ltd
Member-Drivers and Vehicles License Authority Board

Institute of Chartered Accountants, Fellow

Institute of Directors, Member

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Member
Association of Women Accountants, Member
Accra East District Society of Accountants, Member

Board Member of Goodness and Mercy (NGO)
Board Chair, Love Circle (Charity Organization)

Available for:

  • Consulting assignments
  • Job opportunities
  • Being headhunted – make me an offer

Years of Experience:

More than 20 years

Highest Qualification:

Doctorate

Languages:

English, Ga, Twi

Nationality:

Ghana

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