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Education
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Youth Work
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Abdirahman Salad

Apple Valley,MN

Summary

Methodical Analyst committed to meeting strict deadlines and personally guiding clients through underwriting process. Expertise in credit and income analysis, loan closing and risk assessment. Innovative and diligent individual commended for working collaboratively with team members and accurately completing loan packages. Passionate about serving under served communities in the areas of finance, business and compliance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Underwriting Analyst

My Bank
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Enhanced underwriting efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing automation tools.
  • Reduced turnaround time for policy approvals with thorough risk assessments and prompt decisionmaking.
  • Collaborated with sales and claims teams to ensure a seamless customer experience in the underwriting process.
  • Improved risk selection by consistently conducting comprehensive financial and credit analyses on potential clients.
  • Managed Diaspora banking portfolio
  • Connected with small businesses to provide solution and services.

Account Specialist/Customer Service Representative

Kaah Express
03.2019 - 09.2021

• conducted credit analysis
• gathered, analyzed and interpreted credit information
• Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.

• Updated receivables by totaling unpaid invoices.
• Records maintenance by microfilming invoices, debits, and credits.
• Valid or authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries.
• Invalid or unauthorized deductions by following pending deductions procedures.

• Resolving collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, credit line; coordinating contact with collections department.
• Maintaining invoice accounts; coordinating monthly transfer to accounts receivable account; verifying totals;
preparing report.
• Protecting organization's value by keeping information confidential.

  • Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly resolving account issues and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Streamlined account management processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.

Business Analyst Role

Adesso Africa
02.2016 - 01.2019
  • Determined operational objectives by studying business functions; gathering information; evaluating output requirements and formats
  • Improved business processes by analyzing current practices and recommending optimization strategies.
  • Assessed options for process improvement, including business process modeling
  • Maintained documentation regarding various projects, processes and operations
  • Researched funding opportunities
  • Conduct meetings with program staff to identify funding needs
  • Assembling and submittal of grant requests, including letters, proposals, budgets, and presentations
  • Worked out of the Mpls office Mn.

Office Administrator

All Nations Home Health Care
09.2012 - 07.2016
  • Maintains administrative workflow by studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures
  • Handled communications between clients and representatives
  • Oversaw intake procedures of new clients.
  • Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient organizational systems and digital tools.
  • Reduced administrative errors by diligently proofreading office documents and maintaining accurate records.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Metro State
Saint Paul, MN
06.2015

Apple Valley High-School
Apple Valley, MN
06.2013

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft office
  • Fluent in Somali
  • Versatile Communicator
  • Team Player
  • Portfolio Management
  • Credit Analysis
  • Report Preparation
  • Policy Interpretation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Risk Assessment
  • Customer Service
  • Data Analysis
  • Application Review
  • Business Development

Youth Work

2014, Present, Plan, Organized and taught a culturally relevant curriculum to Marginalized youth in the greater twin cities area, Mentored and prepared youth both physically and mentally., Provided engaging material for the youth to interact with.

Complimentary Experience

Dakota County Galaxy Public Library, Apple Valley, MN, 11/2011, 04/2012, Tutored children with homework and led after school activities, Maintained clean and safe play area for children, Organized books and cd's in an alphabetical fashion

Affiliations

  • Muslim American Society
  • Somali Professional Networking Group
  • Isaiah

Languages

somali
Full Professional
Arabic
Limited Working

Timeline

Underwriting Analyst

My Bank
10.2021 - 12.2023

Account Specialist/Customer Service Representative

Kaah Express
03.2019 - 09.2021

Business Analyst Role

Adesso Africa
02.2016 - 01.2019

Office Administrator

All Nations Home Health Care
09.2012 - 07.2016

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Metro State

Apple Valley High-School
Abdirahman Salad