CHRISTIAN ABABIO JNR - DIP, BSC, MBA, MSC, CHMC.
P.O.BOX KN5915 Kaneshie. cell: +233*********, +233*********, adoicz@r.postjobfree.com
PERSONAL PROFILE
I am seeking for a role that fits my background in your esteemed company. I am interested in an assignment that gives me the chance to utilize my management and technical experience, and affords me the opportunity to grow and develop.
KEY SKILLS:
A highly motivated professional with ten and half years banking experience, and over eight years’ experience as a Business Development Manager, Admissions and Program, and Finance Manager respectively. Highly skilled and experienced in Accounting, Financial advisory services, marketing and negotiation skills and delivering research and consultancy projects. Have excellent analytical abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills, a creative mindset and business skills. Ability to comprehend the internal control systems of corporations and also able to assess the risks. A team player with a good track record in revenue generation, good leadership skills, forward thinker, focused and hardworking. A versatile individual with passion to develop self and others to effect a positive change in the community. Have skills in MS offices, internet and social media skills, and e- learning management system application, MBA graduate, partly qualified – ACCA, and a Chartered Management Consultant.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Dkhills Company Ltd.- Finance and Business Services Manager Dec 2019 to Date
Directing financial planning and strategy
Conducting feasibility studies, monitoring expenditure, and overseeing annual insurance
Reviewing financial budgets and managing internal controls
Designing risk mitigation plan and managing large and diverse teams
Analyzing and reporting on financial performance
Managing relationships with clients and stakeholders
Preparing forecast and comprehensive budgets
Leading project planning sessions and ensuring projects meet deadlines
Engaged in online and face-to-face Lecturing- Part Time
IIC University of Technology- Cambodia / Azteca University International Program-Mexico
Providing consultations with prospective students when requested
Accepting and filtering student applications
Organizing and filing of recruitment documents
Assessing applications according to our eligibility criteria
Referring prospective students to specific program directors for additional information
Communicate with applicants about their application status, including acceptance/rejection
Marketing and selling e-learning programs/course to prospective students/participants.
Ensure that educational programs are on course and meet intended objectives by assessing current course content
Coordinating staff and internal resources
SPINT CONSULT – Business Development Manager August 2012- Nov 2019
Developing growth strategies and plans.
Managing and retaining relationships with existing clients.
Writing business proposals, and Negotiating with stakeholders.
Identifying and mapping business strengths and customer needs.
Researching business opportunities and viable income streams.
Reporting on successes and areas needing improvements, and following up on industry trends.
Designing broad outlines of course/program, researching pedagogical approaches and determining the type of skills or knowledge learners need to know.
Managing project progress and adapt work as required.
Jan 2012- to July 2012
ECOBANK GHANA LTD. – Payment Operations Manager (International Trade Dept.)
Facilitate the processing of Business Banking, Trade Finance and Trade Services products via Swift (including Payments, Remittances, Clearing & Collections) by liaising with all support teams (including all branches).
Manage audits and regulatory inspections in relation to transaction screening.
Ensure adherence with company policies, regulatory requirements, including the prevention of financial crime and fraud.
Champion deposit mobilization within the business territory.
Play a key role in developing and maintaining good relationships with customers.
THE TRUST BANK LTD
Assistant Manager – Risk Control & Financial Crime Feb 2006-Dec 2011
Responsible for monitoring of suspicious transaction reports and liaison with reporting institution for additional information.
Ensure completeness of reports by analysis on suspicious transaction report before dispatch to the law enforcement agency for further action.
Responsible for handling requests for information from other government agencies and Financial Intelligent Units.
Participate in the investigation of money laundering offences and other financial crimes and drafting of reports to that effect.
Ascertain compliance with internal control measures instituted to safeguard company’s assets by reviewing, scrutinizing and testing the accounting documents to ensure proper checks and balances are maintained in the preparation of fair and accurate financial report.
Identifying potential risks by analyzing and reviewing financial data related to day-to-day operations.
Achievements – Prevented income leakages and losses to the bank.
THE TRUST BANK LTD
Management Accountant Aug 2004-Jan 2006
Implement corporate governance procedures, risk management and internal controls.
Posting of financial transactions into accounting system for report generation and analysis.
Investigation and follow up of all outstanding items on bank reconciliation statements with responsible persons and various organizations.
Prepare statutory and management accounts, and variances analysis from budget
Liaising with other functional managers to put the finances and accounts in context
Monitoring and evaluating financial information systems and suggesting improvements where needed.
PRUDENTIAL BANK LTD, TRADE SERVICES UNIT. (International Trade dept.)
Trade Service Officer (International Funds Transfer) Feb 2002-July2004
Process International funds transfer within delegated authority limits for the trade dept. including cheque clearing settlement, salaries, inward remittances and outward transfers.
Complying with applicable money laundering prevention procedures and, in particular, report any suspicious activity to the unit money laundering prevention officer and line manager.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
National Service - Nov2000-Aug2001
Ministry of Health, District Health Administration Brong Ahafo (Asutifi)
ACCOUNTS/HEALTH OFFICER
Collecting revenue for the district hospital
Administering polio vaccine
Preparing Bank Reconciliation Statements
Assisting Head to prepare monthly returns
JAPAN MOTORS TRADING COMPANY Sept-Oct2000
Audit Assistant - Checking and verifying stores
ENYIDADO INDUSTRIES LTD. Sept-Oct1999
Accounts Officer - Preparation of payment vouchers
Internship Silver Star Auto Ltd. Sept.-Oct 1998
Accounts Officer - Reconciliation of local and foreign accounts
Research and Information Systems Consortium June1995-May1996
Investigating into the causes of HIV/AIDS and STDs in Tarkwa, Prestea and Huni-Valley.
SEMINAR & TRAINING
Insight into banking
Banking basics
Customer care in banking
Credit facility documentation
Branch banking
International trade finance
Electronic financial analysis and surveillance system
Managing people
Remittance and International Funds transfer services
Risk Management financial crime and sanctions
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
IIC University of Technology- Cambodia- MSc. Finance and Risk Management – August 2019-July 2021- Awaiting certificate.
Delta International University, Louisiana, New Orleans, USA.
Master’s in Business Administration- (General Management) Nov 2008-Jan 2010
Regent University, College of Science and Technology- Affiliated to KNUST
BSc. (Hons) Accounting Oct 2005-July 2007
Cape Coast Polytechnic - Higher National Diploma (Accounting) Nov 1997-Oct 2000
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Chartered Management Consultant-November 2010(Canada) Certification
ACCA Part II Passes in Financial Management, Performance Management, Information Systems and Corporate and Business Law
COMPUTER SKILLS& SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
MS Excel, MS word, MS access, MS power point, Internet.
Micro banker Software Application
Integrated Computerize Bank Accounting Software Application
Flex cube Application
E-learning Management System
HOBBIES:
Travelling, Interacting, Research, Music, News
REFEREES
1.Mr. Prosper Amuzu 2. Mr. Daniel Adjei 3. Mr. Enoch Dankwa
Ecobank Ghana Ltd. Management Consultant Human Resource Manager
P.O. Box DK 10 Spint Consult Dkhills Company Ltd.
Darkoma-Accra Accra Ghana P.O. Box 7428 Accra
Tel: 024******* Tel: 026******* Tel: 054*******