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Sandra Obenewaa Duah

Accra

Summary

Accomplished Account Manager with a proven track record at Ripe Service Limited, enhancing client satisfaction and retention through exceptional customer service and data-driven decision-making. Skilled in account management and teamwork, I've successfully negotiated contracts and resolved issues, contributing to a significant increase in client base.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Manager

Ripe Service Limited
Accra,Ghana
02.2023 - Current
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Conducted regular account reviews to identify areas for improvement and ensure continued success.
  • Collaborated with sales team to identify potential upsell opportunities and expand client base.
  • Negotiated contract terms with clients, securing favorable agreements for both parties.

Monitoring and Control Officer

National Investment Bank - Head Office
Accra,Ghana
11.2019 - 01.2023

• Regularly monitor the bank’s loan portfolios to ensure compliance with approved terms, conditions, and covenants.
• Identify early warning signs of credit deterioration and escalate potential risks for proactive resolution.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and external regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel guidelines, bank rules).
• Track and verify the status, valuation, and sufficiency of collateral provided for loans.
• Review credit documentation to confirm accuracy, completeness, and adherence to approval terms.
• Monitor overdue loans and take preventive measures to control non-performing assets (NPAs).
• Prepare periodic reports on loan portfolio performance, risk exposures, and compliance issues for senior management and regulators.
• Implement and oversee control systems to identify and minimize operational, credit, and compliance risks.
• Monitor borrowers’ adherence to loan covenants, such as maintaining specific financial ratios or submitting financial statements on time.
• Assist in both internal and external audits by providing required information and ensuring corrective actions on audit findings.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen credit monitoring and control mechanisms.
• Work closely with credit, risk, and operations teams to manage and mitigate risks effectively.

Credit Analyst

National Investment Bank,Head Office
Accra,Ghana
09.2015 - 10.2019

• Analyze borrowers’ financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements) to assess their financial health and creditworthiness.
• Evaluate loan applications, identify credit risks, and assign appropriate risk ratings.
• Review, analyze, and underwrite credit proposals while ensuring compliance with bank policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Create detailed and accurate credit analysis reports with recommendations for loan approvals, rejections, or modifications.
• Assess the value and quality of collateral offered against loans and ensure proper risk coverage.
• Track the performance of existing loan portfolios, identifying early warning signs of credit deterioration.
• Ensure credit assessments and loan underwriting adhere to local and international banking regulations (e.g., Basel III).
• Collaborate with relationship managers and clients to collect necessary financial data and clarify credit requirements.
• Present credit findings, insights, and recommendations to senior management and credit committees.

Credit Officer

Amisgold Microfinance Service Limited ,Head Office
02.2014 - 08.2015
  • Evaluated creditworthiness of potential borrowers using thorough research and analysis techniques, minimizing default risks.
  • Analyzed applicants' financial status and credit and property evaluations to determine loan feasibility.
  • Enhanced credit decision-making by conducting comprehensive financial analysis and risk assessments.
  • Optimized lending practices by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted regular account reviews to proactively identify potential risks in the credit portfolio, taking corrective actions as needed.
  • Reduced delinquency rates by implementing effective portfolio management strategies.
  • Reviewed and verified income, credit reports and employment histories for each borrower.

Assistant Store Manager

Ripe Service Limited
Accra,Ghana
01.2012 - 12.2013
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.

Data Entry Clerk

Social Security and National Insurance Trust
Accra,Ghana
08.2011 - 09.2012
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Verified accuracy of data entered into system to produce error-free reports.
  • Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
  • Enhanced data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and correcting errors in spreadsheets and databases.

Accounts Assistant

Ghana Revenue Authority
Accra,Ghana
06.2010 - 08.2012
  • Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
  • Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, faxing and copying.
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Prepared itemized statements, bills, or invoices and recorded amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
  • Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.

Education

MBA - International Trade

Anhalt University of Applied Science
Germany
02-2019

BBA - Banking And Finance

Valley View University
Accra,Ghana
11-2011

No Degree - General Art

Mpraeso Senior High School
Eastern Region,Ghana
07-2005

Skills

  • Account management
  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Client relations
  • Goal oriented
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Data analytics
  • Team Training
  • Customer satisfaction

Accomplishments

  • Business Development: - Developed strong relationships with key referral sources which resulted in 12% increase in referrals over one-year period.
  • Implemented improved credit assessment techniques,resulting in a 20% reduction in NPLs within a defined timeframe.
  • Streamlined the credit evaluation and underwriting process,reducing loan approval turnaround time by 30%
  • Identified high-risk exposures early and recommended corrective actions,increasing the overall portfolio quality.
  • Successfully assessed and structured viable loans,contributing to a 15% growth in the loan portfolio.
  • Maintained a 99% accuracy rate in assigning risk ratings,minimizing loan defaults and improving performance.
  • worked with credits to address financing needs while mitigating risks,increasing customer satisfaction score by 25%
  • Was nominated to participate in workshop being organized by AADFI on ''Improving Credit Assessment ,Credit Scoring & Rating for SMEs in Gaborone-Botswana.

Certification

  • Introduction to Data Analytics -python
  • Anti-Money Laundering
  • Financial Fraud awareness
  • Business Data Analytics
  • International Management Workshop
  • Improving Credit Assessment,Credit Scoring and Rating for SMEs

Timeline

Account Manager

Ripe Service Limited
02.2023 - Current

Monitoring and Control Officer

National Investment Bank - Head Office
11.2019 - 01.2023

Credit Analyst

National Investment Bank,Head Office
09.2015 - 10.2019

Credit Officer

Amisgold Microfinance Service Limited ,Head Office
02.2014 - 08.2015

Assistant Store Manager

Ripe Service Limited
01.2012 - 12.2013

Data Entry Clerk

Social Security and National Insurance Trust
08.2011 - 09.2012

Accounts Assistant

Ghana Revenue Authority
06.2010 - 08.2012

MBA - International Trade

Anhalt University of Applied Science

BBA - Banking And Finance

Valley View University

No Degree - General Art

Mpraeso Senior High School
Sandra Obenewaa Duah