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<h1 class="page-title">About <span class="gradient-text">Me</span></h1>
<p class="page-subtitle">From Finance to AI: A Journey of Continuous Innovation</p>
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With over 15 years of experience bridging the worlds of finance and technology,
I've transformed from a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) into a Data Science
innovator who creates intelligent systems that solve real-world problems. My unique blend of
qualifications – FCCA, MBA Finance, BSc Administration (Accounting) First Class Honours,
and MSc Data Science (in progress) – positions me at the intersection of business strategy
and technological innovation.
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My journey began in traditional finance, where I mastered the art of turning
numbers into insights through roles spanning treasury management, financial reporting,
and strategic analytics. From managing $300M+ Letter of Credit operations to leading
accounting operations across multiple entities with zero audit discrepancies, I built
a solid foundation in financial excellence. But I saw a bigger picture – a future where
AI and machine learning could revolutionize business decisions.
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This vision led me to pursue an MSc in Data Science at Middlesex University, London,
where I am currently advancing my expertise in Machine Learning, Big Data, Visual Data Analysis,
Cloud Systems, NLP, and AI Ethics. My transition has been marked by practical achievements:
building Power BI dashboards that improved reporting efficiency by 35%, automating processes
that reduced manual work by 50%, and developing predictive models that enhanced decision-making by 20%.
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Today, I architect data science solutions that bridge the gap between complex analytics
and business value. My projects span from London Airbnb sentiment analysis using NLP
to diabetes risk classification with machine learning. I'm passionate about applying
data science to fintech innovation, healthcare AI, and ESG initiatives. What sets me apart
is my ability to combine deep financial domain expertise with technical proficiency in
Python, SQL, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics tools.
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<h3>FCCA + MBA</h3>
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<h3>$300M+</h3>
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<h3>3 Continents</h3>
<p>Africa, Europe, Americas</p>
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<div class="timeline-date">Dec 2024 - Present</div>
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<h3>Data Science Transition & Project Development</h3>
<h4>Independent Learning & Portfolio Building</h4>
<p>Focusing on practical data science application and portfolio development. Building projects
including London Airbnb sentiment analysis with NLP, diabetes risk classification using machine learning,
and developing expertise in Python, cloud systems, and advanced analytics. Active member of
Middlesex University Data Science Society and engaged in Kaggle ML competitions.</p>
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<h3>MSc Data Science (Expected January 2026)</h3>
<h4>Middlesex University, London, UK</h4>
<p>Currently pursuing MSc Data Science with key modules in Machine Learning, Visual Data Analysis,
Cloud Systems, Big Data, NLP, and AI Ethics & Security. Completed projects include London Airbnb
sentiment analysis using NLP and interactive dashboards, and diabetes risk classification with
scikit-learn. Building expertise in Python, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics.</p>
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<span class="tag">Machine Learning</span>
<span class="tag">Big Data</span>
<span class="tag">Cloud Systems</span>
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<div class="timeline-date">Jul 2023 - Dec 2024</div>
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<h3>Finance Manager (Data Automation & BI)</h3>
<h4>SIA QSR Ltd, UK</h4>
<p>Built Excel-Power BI dashboards improving reporting efficiency by 35%. Developed comprehensive
financial models and forecasting tools, improving resource allocation and decision-making by 20%.
Automated monthly reporting packs, cutting manual processing time by 40% and improving data accuracy.
Initiated self-led BI integrations into finance operations.</p>
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<span class="tag">Financial Modeling</span>
<span class="tag">Process Automation</span>
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<div class="timeline-date">Jul 2020 - Jun 2023</div>
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<h3>Finance Manager (Analytics & BI)</h3>
<h4>Chase Petroleum Company Limited, Ghana</h4>
<p>Led Power BI reporting projects reducing manual reporting by 50%. Designed rolling forecasts
improving resource decisions by 15%. Supported the transition to digital finance systems by
integrating BI tools, reducing spreadsheet dependency by 50%. Implemented data-driven insights
that enhanced strategic decision-making across operations.</p>
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<h3>Chief Accountant (Financial Systems & Insights)</h3>
<h4>Puma Energy Limited, Ghana</h4>
<p>Led accounting operations across four entities, achieving accurate financial reporting
and zero audit discrepancies. Delivered insights from trend analysis improving margin visibility.
Automated reporting processes using Excel VBA and Macros, reducing reporting time by 50%.
Identified financial trends and created actionable insights to support executive decisions.</p>
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<h3>Finance Manager (Treasury & Strategy)</h3>
<h4>Juwel Energy Limited, Ghana</h4>
<p>Oversaw $300M+ Letter of Credit operations with dashboard-based insights for enhanced
decision-making. Created investment tracking tools and comprehensive risk summaries for
board-level reporting. Implemented strategic financial frameworks supporting major
business expansion initiatives.</p>
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<span class="tag">Treasury Management</span>
<span class="tag">Dashboard Analytics</span>
<span class="tag">Investment Tracking</span>
<span class="tag">Risk Analysis</span>
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<h3>Senior Accounts Officer (Analytics & Forecasting)</h3>
<h4>Cardinal Petroleum Ltd, Ghana</h4>
<p>Developed forecasting models leading to 15% improvement in budget accuracy. Reduced
operational costs by 12% through analytical insights and data-driven recommendations.
Led standardization of financial reporting processes, increasing consistency and compliance
across all departments by 20%. Built foundation for analytical thinking and process optimization.</p>
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<span class="tag">Forecasting Models</span>
<span class="tag">Cost Optimization</span>
<span class="tag">Process Standardization</span>
<span class="tag">Analytics</span>
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