KENNETH ABUBAKARR REIDER
Freetown
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Finance & Accounting Professional with 7+ years of experience delivering measurable impact across audit, financial reporting, management accounting, and office administration in complex, fast-paced industries. Combines deep technical expertise in IFRS/IAS compliance, ERP systems, AP/AR management, payroll, and project accounting with strong administrative and people leadership capabilities. A proven team builder and effective communicator who translates financial complexity into clear business insights, drives operational efficiency, and builds high-performing teams. Demonstrated track record of cutting costs, strengthening controls, accelerating processes, and supporting strategic decision-making at the highest levels. Currently advancing professionally through MSc Finance & Accounting (USL) and ACCA certification.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Supervisor
Marampa Mines Limited
11.2025 - Current
- Lead the Accounts Payable (AP) unit of 7 staff, processing over $4,000,000 monthly.
- Oversaw integration of project data from MACC into ERP (MSD), supporting Project and FP&A teams on projects worth over USD 210 million, ensuring accurate reporting.
- Supervise GL month-end closing and support the Finance Head in year-end financial statements and audits.
- Manage payroll accounting in ERP (MSD), ensuring compliance with Sierra Leone Labour Laws and timely remittance of PAYE and NASSIT.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliation (SLE & FX) and liaise with Procurement, vendors, and department heads for invoice approvals and project cost tracking.
- Oversee prepayments, leases, PPE, and amortisation schedules, ensuring accurate accounting and IFRS compliance.
- Ensure all finance operations comply with IFRS best practices and corporate policies; mentor and train AP, payroll, and finance staff.
- Gerald Group
Finance & Admin Lead
ISS Global Forwarding SL
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Prepared monthly financial statements in accordance with IAS/IFRS; coordinated month-end closing and GL reconciliations.
- Acted as authorised signatory for company bank accounts.
- Improved accounts receivable collections, reducing outstanding balances from USD 800,000 to USD 300,000.
- Managed Accounts Payable, intercompany accounts, fixed assets, and intangible assets registers.
- Facilitated external audits and payroll compliance (tax, leave, EOSB, social security).
- Reduced month-end close cycle by 40% (from 10 to 6 working days) through finance process optimisation.
- Achieved a 20% reduction in office expenses while ensuring value for money and uninterrupted operations.
- Performed additional tasks and reports as directed by the Group CFO (Dubai HQ).
- Led migration from Microsoft Dynamics 365 to CargoWise, including team mentoring and training.
- Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Focus, CargoWise, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Served as primary contact for all office administrative matters; coordinated travel, work permits, and accommodations.
- Assisted with staff onboarding, documentation, personnel records, office supplies, procurement, and vendor communications.
Senior Accountant
Freetown Nominees Limited
07.2021 - 01.2025
- Managed end-to-end accounting operations for over 15 clients, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with IFRS and IAS.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
- Coordinated month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and account reconciliations.
- Performed monthly bank, GL, and balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury operations, cash flow monitoring, and working capital management.
- Led budgeting, forecasting, cost allocation, and financial analysis to support business planning.
- Facilitated external audits; served as primary liaison with auditors and reviewed financial transactions and contractual agreements.
- Processed payroll and ensured compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.
- Mentored and provided technical guidance to accounting staff, improving financial processes and operational efficiency.
- Moore SL
Financial Controller
Forever Faith Mining Limited
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Oversaw budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and internal control development in compliance with IFRS.
- Managed cash flow, AR, AP, intercompany transactions, and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Acted as authorised signatory for company bank accounts; led audits and liaised with auditors and regulators.
- Supervised and mentored a team of three finance staff, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Developed financial models to support strategic decisions; mastered Flex ERP used by the parent company.
- FNL Consultant
Audit Associate
BDO Sierra Leone
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Participated in 13+ full audit engagements from planning through to reporting.
- Reviewed financial statements and bookkeeping for accuracy; prepared audit reports and highlighted discrepancies.
- Conducted risk assessments, internal controls testing, inventory counts, and asset verification.
- Managed resources across multiple concurrent engagements; built strong client relationships through tailored audit approaches.
Education
ACCA -
ACCA Global
06.2026
MSc - Finance & Accounting
IPAM, University of Sierra Leone
01.2026
BSc - Applied Accounting
IPAM, University of Sierra Leone
01.2019
National Leadership Development Programme -
01.2019
BDO Professional Audit Development Course -
BDO Sierra Leone
01.2019
Skills
- Accounts Payable & Receivable Management
- Project Accounting & ERP Systems
- General Ledger & Month-End Closing
- Payroll & Statutory Compliance (PAYE, NASSIT)
- IFRS & IAS Compliance
- Bank & GL Reconciliation
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Management
- Audit Coordination & Internal Controls
- Team Leadership & Staff Mentoring
- Administration & HR Support
- QuickBooks
- CargoWise
- MS Dynamics 365
- Flex ERP
Accomplishments
- Managed AP operations processing over USD 4M monthly while maintaining strong financial controls.
- Supported project accounting for mining projects exceeding USD 210M, ensuring accurate ERP reporting and cost control.
- Reduced accounts receivable by USD 500K within 8 months, significantly improving cash flow.
- Improved invoice processing efficiency by 30% through targeted process optimisation.
- Reduced month-end close cycle by 40% (from 10 to 6 days) through streamlined finance processes.
- Managed financial reporting for 15+ client organisations under IFRS compliance.
- Strengthened internal controls and improved audit readiness across finance operations.
- Led ERP data integration (MACC to MSD & QB) &(MSD to Cargo Wise), supporting accurate project reporting and FP&A analysis.
Languages
English
Krio
Custom Section
- 2024-01-01, 2026-12-31, MSc Finance & Accounting, IPAM, University of Sierra Leone, In Progress
- 2016-01-01, 2019-12-31, BSc Applied Accounting, IPAM, University of Sierra Leone, Completed
- 2023-01-01, Present, ACCA – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, ACCA Global, In Progress
- 2019-01-01, 2019-12-31, National Leadership Development Programme, Completed
- 2019-01-01, 2019-12-31, BDO Professional Audit Development Course, BDO Sierra Leone, Completed
Professional Highlights
- 2025-11-01, Present, Senior Finance Supervisor, Marampa Mines Limited (Gerald Group), Sierra Leone, Mining
- 2025-02-01, 2025-10-31, Finance & Admin Lead, ISS Global Forwarding SL, Sierra Leone, Logistics
- 2021-07-01, 2025-01-31, Senior Accountant, Freetown Nominees Ltd (Moore SL), Sierra Leone, Professional Services
- 2019-06-01, 2021-06-30, Audit Associate, BDO Sierra Leone, Sierra Leone, Audit
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
linkedin.com/in/kennethreider
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Senior Finance Supervisor
Marampa Mines Limited
11.2025 - Current
Finance & Admin Lead
ISS Global Forwarding SL
02.2025 - 10.2025
Financial Controller
Forever Faith Mining Limited
08.2021 - 12.2021
Senior Accountant
Freetown Nominees Limited
07.2021 - 01.2025
Audit Associate
BDO Sierra Leone
06.2019 - 06.2021
ACCA -
ACCA Global
MSc - Finance & Accounting
IPAM, University of Sierra Leone
BSc - Applied Accounting
IPAM, University of Sierra Leone
National Leadership Development Programme -
BDO Professional Audit Development Course -
BDO Sierra Leone