Kwabena Danso

With three years of experience as a credit analyst and a strong academic background in finance, I am committed to delivering high-quality business intelligence solutions to enhance operational efficiency for organizations. My expertise extends to spreadsheet management, SQL, Tableau, financial and deal structuring, and data analysis, bolstered by various professional certifications. I am dedicated to continuous learning and hold ongoing certifications in investment management, data analytics, and technology. Moreover, I have hands-on experience in accounts management and payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and seamless financial operations.

Seeking to leverage my financial acumen and analytical skills, I am now keen on pursuing a challenging role as a Credit Controller and finance analyst. With a focus on maximizing revenue recognition, managing collections, and ensuring financial compliance, I aim to contribute to the financial success and growth of this esteemed organization.

TECH STACK AND KEY SKILLS

R          SQL                 Tableau             Excel                EVIEWS            PowerPoint

Refinitiv Workspace     DataStream       Yahoo Finance  Bloomberg            Fitch

Data analysis    Financial Analysis         Data Visualization         Data Cleaning           Pivot Table       Compliance VLOOKUP            Statistical Analysis           Regression Analysis      Financial Reporting

CERTIFICATION

• CISI Affiliate, Studying Level 4 Certificate in Investment Management – which comprises of UK Regulation and Professional Integrity and Investment Management (Level 4); Expected to complete by August 2023
• CISI Integrity Matters completed and passed on 22 June 2023.
• Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate successfully completed the 8-course by Google on Coursera.org and issued certificate on 09/04/2023.
• JPMorgan Chase Commercial Banking Virtual Experience Program completed and issued on Forage in February 2023.
• JPMorgan Chase Investment Banking Virtual Experience Program completed and issued on Forage in March 2023.
• Bloomberg Market Concept (BMC) on Bloomberg; Expected to complete by September 2023

WORK EXPERIENCE

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (PLACEMENT)                                                                           Nov 2022 – Present

The Little Blue Door                                                                                                                London, UK

• Support the General Manager with business accounting activities, including invoice processing, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
• Ensure accurate payroll processing of about 20 staff in a month.
• Assist with data entries, stock taking, and other administrative duties.
• Process over 250 sales and purchases invoice per week.

Skills: Account Management, Payroll Processing, Records Management

CREDIT ANALYST/UNDERWRITER                                                                                             Jan 2018 - Sept 2021

Talent Microfinance Services Limited                                                                                     Accra, Ghana

• Managed and monitored over 500 client loan portfolios which was an increase from 200 portfolios in a year of joining the company to mitigate asymmetric information impact.
• Liaised with the recovery manager to review outstanding loans and improved recovery rates over the 90% recovery rate target per month. This led to increased productivity.
• Negotiated deals to earn profits for the company during the COVID period.

Skills: Credit Control, Debt Recovery, Debt Management, Credit Analysis, Consumer and Commercial underwriting, KYC, Financial Analysis, Cash and Revenue Management, KPIs, Query resolutions

TEACHING ASSISTANT (ECONOMICS)                                                                                                                                   Sept 2016 - Aug 2017

Government of Ghana-Jachie Pramso Senior High School                                                                                          Kumasi, Ghana

• Effectively taught, supervised, marked, and graded over 250 students in assignments, tests, and examination.
• Assisted the supervisor in preparing about 160 final year students for their final high school examination.
• Prepared lesson plans aligning with department objectives and worked with the department to resolve errors.
• Provided one-on-one studies to students with low academic performance.

Skills: Communication, Tutoring, Planning, Economics

MARKETING OFFICER (INTERN)  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

Talent Microfinance Services Limited  Kumasi, Ghana

• Initiated and conducted market research for SMEs banking.
• Input client data into the company software and analysed data using Excel.
• Ensured excellent customer relations through proactive measures.

Skills: Communication, Marketing, Sales, Know Your Customer (KYC), Market Research, Customer Service

MASTER OF SCIENCE BANKING AND FINANCE                                                             Oct 2021 - Sept 2023

Brunel University London                                                                                                         London, UK

Modules; Banking, Foundations of Finance, International Finance, Macro and Financial Econometrics, Essentials of Mathematics and Statistics, Financial Analysis, Bank Regulation and Macro-Prudential Policy, Global Financial Markets, Banking and Finance Workshop

Thesis: “Modelling Exchange rate volatility and its impact on Kuwait’s crude oil export market”

BACHELOR OF ARTS ECONOMICS                                                                                                  Sept 2012-May 2016

University of Ghana                                                                                                                  Accra, Ghana

Key modules include, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Elements of Mathematics and Statistics, Economic theory, International Economics, Public Finance, Labour Economics, Economic Growth and Development, Cost and Benefit Analysis, Public Relations, Information Management

Thesis: “Cost and Benefit Analysis of construction of biogas plant in Accra Academy, Ghana”

BUSINESS STUDIES (WASSCE/A-LEVEL EQUIVALENT)                                                Sept 2008-June 2012

Kumasi Academy                                                                                                                      Kumasi, Ghana

Modules (Grade) include, English Language(B3), Core Mathematics(A1), Integrated Science(B2), Social Studies(A1), Economics(A1), Further Mathematics(A1), Financial Accounting(A1), Business Management(A1)