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Richard Osafo Boadi tops all …adjudged best candidate at ICAG examinations
● Richard Osafo Boadi
Paulo Coelho said: “When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you achieve it.” That is what happened to Mr. Richard Osafo Boadi, when he emerged the Overall Best Level Three candidate at the 40th Chattered Accountants Professional Examinations recently.
“It is indeed one of the proudest moments in my life. I am glad to share the moment with my family, friends and colleagues.
“I did not imagine myself being adjudged the Overall Best Student at any level because that was not a direct goal for me. But now, the honour is a clear indication that hard work pays,” he said in an interview with The Spectator recently.
The native of Kwahu in the Eastern Region, was determined to do his best and not “disappoint those who looked up to him.” He admits that combining work and school was challenging yet he kept his focus.
In spite of the setbacks, he noted the course enableg him to multi-task and work under pressure.
“My work provided practical experience to aid my understanding of certain matters, especially Taxation and Financial Reporting, “ he noted.
Mr. Boadi is impressed with his proficiency in International Financial Reporting Standards, Computer Literacy and Tax Administration. Apart from his enthusiasm and analytical skills, he is result-oriented, passionate about his job and maintains good interpersonal relations with clients.
Now a full member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG), he holds Bachelor of Science (BSc) Degree in Business Administration from University of Ghana, Legon. He is an old student of St. Peters Senior High School, Nkwatia-Kwahu and currently the Finance and Accounts Manager at Ferfed Business Consult Limited at Tema.
The firm comprises Chartered Accountants, Human Resource Practitioners, Tax Consultants, Credit Management Experts, Logistics and Transport Consultants, among others.
“I have mainly performed the role of an accounts person across various industries including distribution, sports, cosmetics, and business consultancy throughout my professional career. I am committed to continue contributing positively to every organisation I work with to help achieve the corporate goals and vision of the organisation,” he said.
Mr. Boadi said he was motivated by the success story of one Mr. Michael S. Larbi who sat the ICAG examination many years ago and continues to support other Chartered Accounting students.
“I have always aspired to be a Professional Accountant of great value to the entity I work for and that has been my biggest drive to understand the principles and practices of the accounting profession”.
The recent recognition notwithstanding, he is determined to break new grounds in the years ahead. He commends his parents Nana Boadi, a Mechanical Engineer and a farmer, as well as his mother, Rose Nyarko for their support throughout the years.
He recalled his days with his Grandmother and his five other siblings who he described as a “good company” and a backbone to the progress made so far.
“They do not give up easily. I want to believe that they propelled me and helped me appreciate women better,” he stated.
Expressing gratitude to God, Mr. Boadi acknowledged the role of resilience and tenacity in attaining personal or organisational goals.
He praised his family, study partners, tuition providers, ICAG and the team at Ferfed for contributing in diverse ways to his educational and corporate journey.
“I feel humbled and grateful for the honour. The Almighty God has been the centre of it all and continues to be my help and strength,” he said.
He advised members of ICAG to always adhere to best accounting practices and remember that “a good name is better than riches.”
From Dzifa Tetteh Tay, Tema.