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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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