Uswatu Abdul Majeed: Chartered Accountant & Data Analyst in Ghana

Uswatu Abdul Majeed is a highly skilled Chartered Accountant, Data Analyst, and Public Sector Finance Professional based in the Greater Accra Region, Ghana. With a strong background in financial reporting, audit, and data analytics, she is a recognized contributor to smarter governance through data-driven decision-making.

Currently serving as an Assistant Administrative Officer within Ghana’s Local Government Service, Uswatu brings a unique blend of financial discipline and administrative strategy to her role. Her career is dedicated to improving public sector efficiency through sound fiscal management and transparent service delivery.

Professional Journey

Local Government Service
Assistant Administrative Officer (2022 – Present)

• Oversees district-level governance coordination and stakeholder engagement.

• Manages public sector budgets, ensuring alignment with national policy goals.

• Maintains financial records and compliance reports to support audit readiness.

• Drives service delivery improvements through workflow optimization.

AMAATI Co. Ltd
Business Development Officer (2019 – 2020)

• Conducted strategic research to support agribusiness expansion.

• Designed performance monitoring tools and managed project budgets.

• Led business proposal writing and partnership development.

• Improved internal operations through cross-functional teamwork.

National Communications Authority
Support Staff, Consumer & Corporate Affairs Division (2017 – 2018)

• Engaged with the public to document service feedback.

• Supported telecom survey execution and stakeholder communication.

• Tracked regulatory compliance for consumer protection.

Stanbic Bank Ghana
Operations Support Intern (2016)

• Performed reconciliation and transaction processing support.

• Updated client databases and facilitated service resolution.

• Participated in internal risk assessments and control processes.

Ghana Audit Service
Audit Support Intern (2015)

• Aided audit teams in reviewing public expenditure and compliance.

• Prepared financial documentation and evidence for field reviews.

Educational Background

• Master of Public Administration (MPA)
  University of Ghana (2019 – 2021)
  Specialized in governance, public policy, and institutional management.

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Management
  University of Professional Studies, Accra (2013 – 2017)
  Focused on business management, leadership, and organizational finance.

• Business Studies Track
  Ghana Senior High School and Notre Dame Girls Senior High School

Certifications

• Certified Chartered Accountant

• Public Financial Management for Development (PFMx)

• Investment and Finance in Emerging Markets (edX Verified)

• Local Economic Development Certification

These credentials demonstrate her commitment to continuous professional development and financial leadership in emerging economies.

Skills and Expertise

• Public Financial Management

• Budgeting and Fiscal Strategy

• Financial Analysis and Reporting

• Data Analytics and Dashboarding

• Compliance and Audit Support

• Administrative Coordination

• Policy and Stakeholder Communication

• Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)

Professional Vision

Uswatu Abdul Majeed is driven by a vision of transformational public service. She believes in bridging finance with data to create accountable, transparent, and efficient government systems. As Ghana continues to modernize its institutions, professionals like Uswatu play a critical role in ensuring sustainable, data-informed progress.

Her track record, academic excellence, and ethical leadership mark her as a rising thought leader in African public finance. She is also passionate about inspiring young women to pursue careers in finance, analytics, and public service — building a future where governance is inclusive, smart, and results-driven.

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Greater Accra Region, Ghana
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