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Michael Alkali

Hamilton,ON

Summary

Critical and Analytical thinker, capable of solving big problems with a detail-oriented analytical approach. Dynamic, hardworking, resilient and versatile professional offering expertise in building partnerships, managing personalities and driving high team productivity. Adept at working in a high stress environment while meeting or exceeding 100% of KPI's

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Credit Counselor

Credit Canada
04.2024 - Current
  • Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt
  • Review client income, debts, and expenses in order to assess his/her financial situation, provide guidance, and form a plan for eliminating debt
  • Review clients debt to identify creditors, terms and securities, and interest. Help clients set monthly budgets.
  • Educate clients on financial topics, evaluate potential loans to form recommendations, and review client credit reports for mistakes and inaccuracies
  • Work with client creditors to negotiate an agreed-upon plan for clients to pay off outstanding debts

Collections Account Manager

MOGO
12.2023 - 04.2024
  • Reduced overdue accounts by implementing strategic collection techniques and maintaining consistent communication with clients.
  • Managed account portfolio effectively, ensuring enhanced collection techniques were used successfully for delinquent accounts
  • Hit 100% or more of my monthly targets for successful collections (worth $15,000 or more) , contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.
  • Maintained compliance with state and federal regulations during all collections activities, ensuring ethical business practices.
  • Boosted overall collection efforts through building strong relationships with clients that fostered trust and open communication lines.

Account Manager

Payspace (FinTech)
07.2023 - 10.2023
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Established clear communication channels between clients and internal teams, ensuring seamless project execution.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • Build strong client relationships, through regular communication
  • Coordinate with Management and Account Managers to create customized sales plans for key clients

Compliance Analyst

Bede Gaming Ltd
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Extensive understanding of Responsible Gambling and Customer Due Diligence within the gambling industry
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing effective control measures.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs to ensure staff understanding of relevant regulations and policies.
  • Improved company's risk management strategy by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks related to noncompliance.
  • Testing and evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls and procedures in accordance with the regulation
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess potential compliance issues related to new products, services, or technologies
  • Maintained regulatory documentation, incident reports and regulatory submissions in appropriate systems location
  • Streamlined internal audit processes for improved efficiency and accuracy in detecting potential compliance issues.
  • Identified potential areas of vulnerability, working closely with stakeholders to address concerns proactively.

Financial Service Representative

Easyfinancial
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • Constantly exceeded daily, monthly and quarterly sales targets of net principal written and value-added products on client loans
  • Managed delinquent consumer accounts with various solution techniques and out-of-the-box solutions for customers
  • Made at least 40 outbound sales dials a day to drive growth of branch

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Account Manager

Rogers communications
12.2019 - 03.2021
  • Secured sales by providing recommendations to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits
  • Generated incremental revenue to customers by upselling additional products and services.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • Monitored industry trends to provide informed recommendations on new products or services that could benefit clients'' businesses.

Digital Marketer

CommuniTech
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Increased website traffic by implementing effective search engine optimization strategies.
  • Managed social media accounts for clients, generating interest for existing and upcoming product or service releases.
  • Analyzed website data to identify areas of improvement, implementing changes that enhanced user experience.
  • Developed engaging content for social media platforms, resulting in higher user engagement rates.

Education

Graduate Certificate in Business Analysis -

Mohawk College
12.2020

Graduate Certificate in International Business Management -

Mohawk College
12.2019

MSc in Finance -

Oxford Brookes University
12.2016

BSc in Economics, Finance and International Business -

Oxford Brookes University
12.2014

Foundation in Business Diploma -

Oxford Brookes University
12.2011

Skills

  • Client Relationship Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Debt management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Project management
  • Revenue Growth
  • Problem Solving
  • Process Improvement
  • CRM Proficiency

Certification


  • REMIC mortgage agent course
  • IBM-BIA explorer Badge
  • Lean-Six Sigma Yellow belt

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Credit Counselor

Credit Canada
04.2024 - Current

Collections Account Manager

MOGO
12.2023 - 04.2024

Account Manager

Payspace (FinTech)
07.2023 - 10.2023

Compliance Analyst

Bede Gaming Ltd
07.2021 - 06.2023

Financial Service Representative

Easyfinancial
12.2020 - 07.2021

Digital Marketer

CommuniTech
08.2020 - 12.2020

Account Manager

Rogers communications
12.2019 - 03.2021

Graduate Certificate in International Business Management -

Mohawk College

MSc in Finance -

Oxford Brookes University

BSc in Economics, Finance and International Business -

Oxford Brookes University

Foundation in Business Diploma -

Oxford Brookes University

Graduate Certificate in Business Analysis -

Mohawk College
Michael Alkali