PAUL APPIAH
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Accounting graduate with practical experience in liquidity and investment management at Consolidated Bank Ghana's treasury during National Service. Increased interest on overnight placement in the money market by 12% within 6 months. Collaborated closely with the project manager to develop a Treasury Management System (TMS) that reduced the time needed to book trades in the T24 Core Banking application to 10 minutes, streamlining departmental activities and enhancing accuracy. Skilled in financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting, with a focus on leveraging technology such as blockchain, AI, and big data analytics to drive innovation. Utilized Power BI to analyse trends in the bank's liquidity management and investment portfolio, providing actionable insights that supported strategic decision-making.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2032
2032
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
National Service Personnel (Treasury Department)
Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited
Accra
2024.11 - 2025.12
- Prepared and monitored daily liquidity reports and blotters to support effective cash flow management and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with treasury and finance teams to coordinate weekly government securities auctions and optimize funding decisions.
- Compiled accurate regulatory and internal performance reports, strengthening financial transparency and accountability.
- Maintained audit-ready financial records, contributing to smooth internal and external audit reviews.
- Improved workflow efficiency by enhancing interdepartmental communication and supporting junior staff on treasury processes.
Banking Operations Intern
Subin-Akwaboso Rural Bank PLC
Kumasi
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Facilitated seamless account openings and onboarding, contributing to improved customer acquisition and retention.
- Resolved customer inquiries efficiently, enhancing service quality and client trust.
- Promoted banking products and services to deepen customer engagement and cross-selling opportunities.
- Worked closely with operations staff to process transactions and manage daily cash collections accurately.
- Organized customer engagement forums to strengthen community relationships and brand visibility.
Audit & Finance Intern
Electricity Company of Ghana
Kumasi
2022.09 - 2022.12
- Reviewed invoices and financial records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and cost control.
- Conducted operational and compliance audits with cross-functional teams to identify control gaps.
- Assessed financial risks and recommended improvements to strengthen internal controls.
- Analysed audit data to support evidence-based reporting and decision-making.
- Prepared structured audit reports with actionable recommendations for management.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business analytics
University of East London
London, United KingdomMaster of Science - Accounting and Finance
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi, GhanaBachelor of Science - Business Administration, Accounting
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Kumasi, Ghana 2020.08 - 2024.11
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Data analysis
- Financial reporting
- Customer service
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication proficiency
- Team leadership
- Financial accounting
- Stress management
- Teamwork
VOLUNTERING
- Forestry Commission, Participant, Ghana, 2022-10, 2022-10, I volunteered to plant trees to improve afforestation in Ghana., Green Ghana Project
- Electoral Commission Ghana, Ghana, 2020-09, 2020-12, Voters' Exhibition Exercise
Certification
- · Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced an online non-credit course authorized by Johns Hopkins University and offered through Coursera December 9, 2024
- · From Excel to Power BI. An online non-credit course authorized by Knowledge Accelerators and offered through Coursera May 26, 2024
- IPMC Foundation August 2015 to October 2015
Timeline
National Service Personnel (Treasury Department)
Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited
2024.11 - 2025.12
Banking Operations Intern
Subin-Akwaboso Rural Bank PLC
2023.09 - 2023.12
Audit & Finance Intern
Electricity Company of Ghana
2022.09 - 2022.12
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Accounting
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
2020.08 - 2024.11
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Master of Business Administration - Business analytics
University of East London