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Panashe Takawira

Panashe Takawira

Durham,NH

Summary

Finance professional with three years of experience in credit control and underwriting, currently pursuing a Master’s in Finance. Skilled at using financial analysis, forecasting, and data tools like Excel, Power BI, SQL, and Python to turn data into clear insights. I enjoy combining finance knowledge with analytics to support smarter decisions and drive business results.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Credit Controller

Old Mutual Insure
03.2023 - 07.2025
  • Analyzed payment patterns, delinquency rates, and credit data using Excel and Power BI.
  • Developed automated dashboards and reports that tracked account receivables performance, aging schedules, and key credit KPIs, improving reporting efficiency by 30%.
  • Collaborated with underwriting and compliance teams to design credit risk scoring models and monitor high-risk accounts using historical trends and predictive analytics.
  • Conducted variance analysis on expected vs. actual collections and identified root causes of discrepancies.
  • Supported month-end close processes by reconciling accounts and preparing detailed credit reports for senior management.
  • Contributed to a 15% reduction in overdue accounts through improved data visibility and strategic collection planning.

Underwriter

Old Mutual Insure
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Used underwriting data to assess risk exposure, build pricing models, and develop automated quote approval templates.
  • Produced regular reports and dashboards in Excel and Power BI to monitor claim ratios, loss trends, and customer segments.
  • Collaborated with claims department to optimize risk selection criteria based on analytical findings.
  • Participated in underwriting audits by organizing and analyzing policy data to ensure alignment with internal controls.
  • Analyzed credit, income, compliance, title documents, and appraisals during underwriting process.
  • Met with customers, agents and brokers to negotiate coverage, price, and service delivery.

Education

Master of Science - Finance

University of New Hampshire
New Hampshire, USA
07-2026

Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance

University of Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe
12-2021

Skills

  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Modeling
  • Credit Risk Management
  • Power BI, Tableau
  • Forecasting & Budgeting
  • SQL
  • Excel (Advanced)
  • Python (Pandas, NumPy)
  • Dashboard Reporting
  • Communication

Timeline

Credit Controller

Old Mutual Insure
03.2023 - 07.2025

Underwriter

Old Mutual Insure
03.2022 - 02.2023

Master of Science - Finance

University of New Hampshire

Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance

University of Zimbabwe
Panashe Takawira
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