Mr. Kofi Opoku (CA)
Kofi Opoku is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in Risk and Compliance Management within the Banking industry. He is currently the Risk and Compliance Manager at Pacific Savings and Loans PLC (PSL) where he ensures the institution’s uncompromising adherence to the standards and regulations of the Financial Industry. He also oversees the Anti-Money Laundering Reporting Office.
Kofi Opoku has worked in the Banking and Finance sector for more than 12 years. Prior to taking on his present role in 2017, he worked as a clerk at Atwima Mponua Rural Bank for 2 years before joining Pacific as the Assistant Internal Auditor. He is also a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG), and holds a Master’s Degree in Accounting and Finance, from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. Drawing from his rich experience, he is able to effectively manage the institution’s risk profile while navigating the complex threat landscape within the sector.
Some of his achievements at Pacific over the years include the development of policies and guidelines for Regulatory Compliance, providing training on Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorist Financing and Risk Management.
When he is not handling matters of Risk and Compliance. Mr. Opoku usually likes to keep abreast of the times by watching investigative movies and documentaries, and reading.