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Samuel Acquah

Goleta,USA
Samuel Acquah

Summary

Highly skilled and dedicated Power BI Developer with 7+ years of experience, specializing in designing and developing business intelligence solutions. Passionate about leveraging data visualization to drive insights and enable data-driven decision-making. Proficient in data modeling, DAX, and SQL, optimizing performance and enhancing user experience. Excellent communicator, adept at collaborating in cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results. Certified in Power BI Data Analyst and Azure solutions. Strong track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

DEVEREUX FOUNDATION

Power BI Developer
05.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service to provide actionable insights to stakeholders
  • Delivered projects within allocated timelines and budget constraints, achieving a 90% on-time project completion rate
  • Utilized Power Query and M Query to extract, transform, and load data from various sources, including relational databases, Excel files, and APIs
  • Led the development and enhancement of interactive Power BI dashboards and reports for The Federal Polytechnic, Ogun, Nigeria, resulting in a 30% reduction in reporting cycle time and enabling stakeholders to make data-driven decisions efficiently
  • Implemented complex calculations and business logic using DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) to support advanced analytics and KPI tracking
  • Successfully managed small to midsize projects, overseeing timelines, tracking, and issue resolution, achieving a 90% on-time project completion rate while maintaining adherence to allocated budgets
  • Implemented a financial reporting solution that reduced the reporting cycle time by 30%
  • Conducted comprehensive training sessions and provided follow-up support to end-users, empowering them to leverage Power BI's self-service capabilities and fostering effective working relationships with a customer-centric approach.

METROPOLITANT LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

Junior Power BI Developer
02.2017 - 09.2021

Job overview

  • Designed and developed Power BI solutions for multiple clients, spanning various industries, including finance, healthcare, and manufacturing
  • Developed a sales performance dashboard that resulted in a 15% increase in sales productivity
  • Implemented row-level security and data access controls to ensure data confidentiality and compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Optimized data loading efficiency by 20% through the implementation of streamlined ETL processes, utilizing Power Query and M Query to extract, transform, and load data from various sources, including relational databases, Excel files, and APIs
  • Demonstrated exceptional data analysis skills by identifying and rectifying data discrepancies and data quality issues, ensuring data consistency and integrity across Power BI reports and dashboards
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including data engineers and business analysts, to ensure data accuracy and alignment with business objectives.

Tencent Group Of Company

Telecommunications Support Engineer
02.2015 - 05.2016

Job overview

  • Performed telecommunication and networking business evaluations.
  • Researched and recommended network and data communications hardware and software.
  • Initiated improvements to operational efficiency of network.
  • Performed network modeling and analysis.
  • Adapted and modified standard techniques, procedures and criteria to solve complex problems.
  • Analyzed and interpreted complex data from multiple sources.
  • Maintained documentation for telecommunication systems, equipment inventory and floor plans.

Education

Jiangsu University of Science And Technology

Master's Degree from Information Communication Engineering

University Overview

University of Education

Bachelor's Degree from Information Technology Education

University Overview

University Overview

  • Signal Detection and Estimation
  • Modern Signal Processing
  • Modern Communication Theory and System
  • Ship Communication and Navigation
  • Analog Communication Circuit Design
  • Modern Optimization Theory
  • Random Signal Analysis
  • Computer Systems and Applications
  • Computer Networking
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Introduction to database Management systems
  • System Analysis
  • Object Oriented programming
  • Computer-based Instruction
  • Laboratory Management and PC Maintenance

Skills

  • Power BI Desktop
  • Power BI Service
  • Power Query
  • Python
  • DAX
  • M Query
  • Data modeling
  • Data integration
  • ETL processes
  • SQL
  • SQL Server
  • SSAS
  • SSRS
  • Azure Data Platform
  • Azure Data Lake Storage
  • Azure Data Factory
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Process Documentation
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Product Development

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
  • PL-300 - Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Professional

Timeline

Power BI Developer
DEVEREUX FOUNDATION
05.2022 - Current
Junior Power BI Developer
METROPOLITANT LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
02.2017 - 09.2021
Telecommunications Support Engineer
Tencent Group Of Company
02.2015 - 05.2016
Jiangsu University of Science And Technology
Master's Degree from Information Communication Engineering
University of Education
Bachelor's Degree from Information Technology Education
Samuel Acquah