Francesca Akanmu
@francescaakanmu
Experienced Data Analyst with a strong Financial Analysis background.
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned Financial Analyst with a strong background in data analysis, I excel in financial planning, reporting, forecasting, and data visualization. My ultimate goal is to utilize accurate and unbiased data to drive informed decision-making. With a proven track record of process improvements and automation, I am adept at identifying trends, risks, and opportunities in the digital banking space.
Throughout my career, I have developed strong analytical skills, pattern recognition, and proficiency in Spreadsheets, Excel, SQL, and Tableau. I am a collaborative and effective communicator, with experience in presenting financial reports and models to key stakeholders. I am committed to staying up-to-date with industry trends, as evidenced by my certifications in ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business, Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate, and Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst.
I thrive in fast-paced environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to support product development, technology, pricing, and marketing efforts. My expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and planning enables me to drive business growth and improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Financial Analyst
Sparkle Microfinance Bank
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Utilized data-connected charts to efficiently communicate information to Management and Directors, automated custom reports, and performed financial analysis and modeling to support business decisions.
Financial Analyst
Piggyvest
Oct 2022 - Mar 2024 (1 year 5 months)
Prepared monthly financial statements, developed and managed budget implementation, and monitored cash movement and KPIs to track business performance.
Senior Finance Analyst (Team Lead)
Helium Health
Mar 2020 - Sep 2022 (2 years 6 months)
Monitored cash movement, planned cash flow, and performed liquidity analysis, developed and updated Accounting SOPs, and supervised Finance Analysts.
Financial Management Associate
Arkounting Business Concepts Ltd.
Feb 2019 - Mar 2020 (1 year 1 month)
Managed financial statement analysis and reporting, developed custom Excel templates, and performed bank reconciliation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Lagos
Bachelor of Arts, English Language
2012 - 2016
Studied English Language, focusing on linguistic theory, literature, and communication skills, which enhanced analytical and critical thinking abilities.
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