Atakora Kofi Conrad

Mr. Kofi Conrad Atakora is Chartered Accountant with over seven years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, and strategic financial management. He holds a first degree in Accounting from the University of Cape Coast and an MBA in Accounting and Finance from The University of Professional Studies, Accra. He brings a strong academic foundation and a practical, solution-oriented mindset to every role.

Throughout his career, he have successfully led financial planning and analysis initiatives, streamlined reporting processes, and provided actionable insights that support organizational growth and compliance. His expertise spans budgeting, financial reporting, audit coordination, internal controls, and stakeholder engagement.

He is passionate about using data and financial strategy to drive business decisions, improve efficiency, and add value at both operational and strategic levels. He is also committed to continuous professional development and staying current with industry standards and regulatory changes.a

The Finance Unit of a Akatsi College of Education plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health, accountability, and sustainability of the College. Its operations underpins the effective delivery of academic programs, infrastructure development, student services, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Core Mandate

The Finance Unit is responsible for planning, managing, and reporting on the college’s financial activities. Its primary objective is to ensure prudent financial stewardship through:

  • Budget preparation and execution
  • Revenue collection and management
  • Expenditure control
  • Financial reporting
  • Asset management
  • Compliance with financial regulations and policies

Organizational Structure

Typically, the Finance Unit is headed by a Finance Officer or Director of Finance, who reports to the College Principal and works closely with the College Council, Internal Audit Unit, and external regulatory bodies such as the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department and the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and the Ghana Audit Service.

The unit includes specialized sections such as:

  • Budget and Planning
  • Financial Management
  • Payroll Management
  • Stores
  • Treasury Management
  • Food & Beverages

Recent Developments

The finance units is moving toward digital transformation, adopting accounting software such QuickBooks, or government-mandated systems like GIFMIS (Ghana Integrated Financial Management Information System) to improve accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.

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