I am a motivated business and IT professional with a Master’s in Business Information Systems, fluent in English with working knowledge of German and French. I have hands-on experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting, and I am proficient with SAP, SQL, cloud integration, Power BI, Tableau, and Python for data-driven decision making. In my roles across real estate and public sector finance, I have delivered data-driven insights, supported governance and regulatory readiness, and thrived in Agile environments using Jira and Confluence. I’m now seeking opportunities to apply my BI, analytics, and IT skills to drive business value.

Derrick Dodoo

I am a motivated business and IT professional with a Master’s in Business Information Systems, fluent in English with working knowledge of German and French. I have hands-on experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting, and I am proficient with SAP, SQL, cloud integration, Power BI, Tableau, and Python for data-driven decision making. In my roles across real estate and public sector finance, I have delivered data-driven insights, supported governance and regulatory readiness, and thrived in Agile environments using Jira and Confluence. I’m now seeking opportunities to apply my BI, analytics, and IT skills to drive business value.

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I am a motivated business and IT professional with a Master’s in Business Information Systems, fluent in English with working knowledge of German and French. I have hands-on experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting, and I am proficient with SAP, SQL, cloud integration, Power BI, Tableau, and Python for data-driven decision making.

In my roles across real estate and public sector finance, I have delivered data-driven insights, supported governance and regulatory readiness, and thrived in Agile environments using Jira and Confluence. I’m now seeking opportunities to apply my BI, analytics, and IT skills to drive business value.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
German
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Business Data Analyst at Betterhomes AG (Real Estate)
June 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Data-driven insights: Leveraged Power BI, Excel, and SQL to analyze property market trends, identifying top-performing cities and optimizing sales strategies. Database & IT Management: Managed DBMS storage for private properties, ensuring secure and structured data handling for long-term business intelligence. Supported Tableau dashboard deployment and server access management; ensured data consistency across financial cycles and contributed to reporting readiness.
IT / Finance Assistant at Parliament of Ghana
September 30, 2022 - September 30, 2022
IT Infrastructure Optimization: Maintained and managed critical databases for central banks and finance departments, improving data accessibility and security. Strategic Documentation: Authored governance documents and periodic financial summaries in MS Word to support internal controls and audits; supported monthly and annual reporting using SAP and Excel. Cloud & IT Asset Management: Optimized storage solutions with OneDrive, ensuring seamless document retrieval and collaboration across departments. Recorded Account Payable transactions on SAP for monthly reviews and implemented a new AP process that yielded significant cost savings.
Direct Sales Officer / Finance Assistant at Cal Bank Plc
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Financial Data Analysis: Utilized SQL and Python to track loan defaulters, contributing to reduced default rates and improved risk assessment; supported annual budget preparation and potential savings. Forex & Compliance Support: Assisted in forex trade analyses and ensured regulatory compliance in financial transactions. Processed 500+ invoices per month with high accuracy; supported monthly SAP reports for internal finance reviews.
IT / Business Assistant at Ghana Enterprises Agency
February 29, 2020 - February 29, 2020
Market Research & Data Analysis: Gathered and analyzed market data to support business strategies for entrepreneurs and government partnerships. Process Automation: Implemented IT solutions that reduced task completion time and streamlined administrative workflows. Contract & Procurement Management: Managed vendor contracts and procurement records to ensure transparency in government-business collaborations.
Administrative Support at NIB Consulting Firm
July 31, 2018 - July 31, 2018
Customer Engagement Optimization: Increased client satisfaction through faster responses and improved communication workflows. Cloud Integration: Transitioned company data to cloud storage platforms. Operational Cost Reduction: Implemented office management strategies reducing expenses and improving efficiency.
IT / Finance Assistant at Parliament of Ghana
October 1, 2021 - September 30, 2022
Maintained critical databases for central banks and finance departments, improving data accessibility and security. Performed financial risk and default analysis using SQL & Python, reducing loan default exposure and strengthening credit risk controls. Analyzed forex transactions and capital markets with asset monitoring (FX and gold vs. currency) to support compliance and reporting. Assisted in monthly SAP finance reporting and processed 500+ financial transactions monthly with 99.5% accuracy. Strengthened financial crime prevention controls through transaction monitoring and anomaly detection. Implemented a new AP control process achieving ~40% cost savings and enhanced compliance.
IT / Business Assistant at Ghana Enterprises Agency
December 1, 2019 - February 29, 2020
Market research and data analysis to support government partnerships and funding programs. Automated reporting workflows, reducing processing time by 15% and improving data accuracy and traceability. Managed procurement, contracts, and vendor compliance documentation to ensure transparency and audit readiness. Supported digital transformation initiatives in public-sector operations.

Education

Master of Business Information Systems at FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Switzerland
September 1, 2023 - March 31, 2025
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration (Public Sector Accounting & Finance) at University of Ghana, Accra
August 1, 2017 - August 31, 2021
Masters of Business Information Systems at Fhnw University of Applied Science and Arts (Switzerland)
September 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration (Public Sector Accounting & Finance) at University of Ghana
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2021
Senior High School at Accra Academy (Senior High School)
August 1, 2014 - May 1, 2017
Generative AI in Business at IBM Watsonx Challenge
February 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

IBM Watsonx Challenge - Generative AI in Business
February 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials
April 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
SAP FICO – Financial Accounting & Cost Accounting
February 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
Data Analytics Job Simulation
February 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025
SAP ERP For Beginners' Course
November 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
IBM Watsonx Challenge - Generative AI in Business
February 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials
April 1, 2025 - December 24, 2025
SAP FICO – Financial Accounting & Cost Accounting
February 1, 2025 - December 24, 2025
Data Analytics Job Simulation
February 1, 2025 - December 24, 2025
SAP ERP For Beginners' Course
November 1, 2023 - December 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Financial Services, Government, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services