Business Analyst Power Bi

ABU BAKARR KARGBO

*******@*****.**.*** Mobile: +1-803-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/abubakar-kargbo-msba PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Financial Analyst with 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and business intelligence. Skilled in Excel modeling, Power BI dashboards, and SQL automation for improving cost analysis, profitability, and strategic planning. Adept at partnering with cross-functional teams and leadership to translate data into actionable insights. Passionate about driving financial performance and supporting business decisions in fast-paced, compliance-driven environments. EDUCATION

MOORE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, USA Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA). August 2024 – May 2025 Coursework: Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Risk Management Tools & Technologies: SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau, and @Risk. UNIVERSITY OF SIERRA LEONE Freetown, Sierra Leone

Bachelor of Science in Accounting November 2013 – December 2017 Accounting Club Member, Class Representative, SL government Scholarship. Society of Accounting Student Member. MILTON MARGAI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY Freetown, Sierra Leone Diploma in Accounting and Finance. September 2010 – July 2012 Member of the MMCET - Congo Cross Student Association. WORK EXPERIENCE

DARLA MOORE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Columbia, SC USA

Data Lab Assistant August 2024-Present

Selected to assist students in data analytics and statistical methods projects for a business school of 6000 students.

Built and supported data models and dashboards for student and faculty analytics projects using Power BI, SQL, and R. - Led data storytelling initiatives, improving engagement by 30% through interactive visual learning.

Co-led a pricing optimization project for Simply NUC using DAX, Power BI, and advanced Excel to evaluate gross margins adjusted for cost of capital and customer payment delays.

Contribute to the Data Lab’s mission of fostering data ability and transforming data into actionable insights.

Collaborated with faculty and students to develop educational materials focused on data analysis and machine learning concepts, increasing student engagement by 30% through interactive learning sessions. CREPEAHOLIC Abu Dhabi, UAE

Financial & Business Analyst September 2022- July 2024 Delivered advanced analytics solutions and business intelligence strategies to support operational and financial goals.

Built scalable data pipelines with SQL and Python, enabling migration from on-prem to Azure and Snowflake cloud architecture.

Produced cost-benefit models and variance reports used by executive management for strategic planning.

Created predictive models for financial forecasting (90% accuracy) and optimized reporting infrastructure.

Improved data quality processes and automated ETL workflows, reducing reporting latency by 30%.

Developed Power BI dashboards to track trends, enabling a 15% reduction in operational costs.

Led cross-functional collaboration with technical and non-technical teams to validate data accuracy and refine KPIs. BURGER AND JUICE COMPANY Abu Dhabi, UAE

Financial Analyst June 2020 – December 2021

Developed multi-scenario forecasting models and dashboards to support capital and pricing decisions.

Utilized Excel, Power Query, and SQL for automated reporting, cost management, and strategic forecasting.

Automated financial reporting systems using Power Query and SQL, increasing efficiency by 30%.

Built Excel-based forecasting models and cost-benefit analyses for strategic pricing decisions.

Collaborated on data-driven strategies that increased profit margins by 10%.

Conducted in-depth cost-benefit analyses for new menu items and promotions, guiding strategic business decisions

Designed data visualization dashboards to track key financial KPIs, helping leadership make data-driven decisions. Coca-Cola Bottling Company Freetown, Sierra Leone

Sales Analyst October 2013 – February 2018

Developed data-driven sales strategies and reporting solutions to boost revenue and operational efficiency. Leveraged statistical analysis and visualization tools for demand forecasting, pricing optimization, and providing actionable insights to leadership.

Supported leadership with insights that increased monthly sales by 15%.

Produced detailed financial and sales performance analyses to inform executive decisions.

Analyzed market data and customer purchasing patterns, optimizing pricing strategies and enhancing market penetration.

Automated and standardized sales reporting processes, reducing manual workload and improving reporting efficiency.

Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to evaluate campaign effectiveness, ensuring alignment with business objectives and revenue goals.

Designed data visualization dashboards to track sales KPIs, providing actionable insights for leadership decision-making. Technical Skills

Financial Tools: Excel (Advanced), Solver, Macros, Power Query, Power BI, Tableau

Forecasting & Budgeting: Scenario analysis, variance analysis, trend reporting, @Risk

Analytics & Modeling: Python, SQL, Regression Analysis, Cost Modeling, Profitability Analysis

Data Visualization & Reporting: KPI Dashboards, Automated Reports, Executive Summaries

Collaboration: Stakeholder communication, cross-functional planning, financial storytelling

Programming & Querying: Python, SQL, R

Data Modeling: Kimball methodology, schema design, data lineage

Visualization & BI: Power BI, Power Query, Excel (Pivot Tables, Macros, Solver)

Analytics & Forecasting: Regression, Time Series, Forecasting, Risk, Financial Modeling

Data Engineering: ETL/ELT Pipelines, Data Wrangling, Data Quality Automation Certifications:

TDSP Certificate Microsoft Team Data Science Process Accelerator

IELTS Academic Band 7

LANGUAGES English: Fluent. IELTS ACADEMIC, CERFF Level 1, overall Band Score – 7(12/21) LEADERSHIP CENTRE FOR YOUTH INNOVATION AND EMPOWERMENT - Sierra Leone Financial Secretary and PRO (2021 – 2023) Promoted youth empowerment activities and managed the organization’s bank accounts and cash flow to ensure accuracy.

Community Project Leader, Ebola Viral Disease Sensitization Project (2014). Led a project to sensitize a community of 3000 residents about the Ebola viral disease. Received training and certification from the Chinese government medical health team in Sierra Leone. Successfully educated the community on Ebola prevention and control and provided essential supplies. US WORK AUTHORIZATION: 3 years post-graduation on an F1 student visa with a 2-year STEM OPT. Citizen of Sierra Leone.

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