Elizabeth Essel esselelizabeth02@gmail.com Accra, AA, GC-037-266 +233 508574627 LinkedIn Profile I’m a curious and driven actuarial student, genuinely excited about learning and growing every day. I thrive in environments where I can challenge myself, contribute meaningfully, and pick up valuable skills along the way. With a natural inclination for leadership and a love for problem-solving, I’m always eager to take initiative and support a shared goal. I believe in working smart, staying committed, and showing up consistently — not just for results, but for growth. Wherever I find myself, I aim to add value, collaborate with purpose, and keep evolving both personally and professionally. Projects Fraud Detection in Insurance Using Machine Learning (Personal) Determined and selected the most appropriate machine learning classifier - among Random Forest Quantile Classifier, Random Forest Class Weights, Support Vector Machine (SVM), and Logistic Regression - for insurance fraud detection based on performance metrics. Evaluated and compared the performance of the selected classifiers using key indicators such as accuracy, precision, and computational efficiency. Interest Rate Analysis and Mean Reversion Modeling(Personal) Conducted an in-depth analysis of mean reversion and long-term equilibrium interest rates using Excel. Applied financial economics principles to identify trends, assess market stability, and enhance forecasting accuracy. Professional Experience 02/2024 – 04/2024 Data Management and Finance Intern Shalina Healthcare Ghana Limited - Accra • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout the internship period. • Provided administrative support by completing tasks such as filing documents for auditions. • Analysed financial statements to identify areas of error. • Prepared invoices, purchased orders and expense reports according to company policies 02/2023 – 04/2023 Documentation & Records Intern Shalina Healthcare Ghana Limited - Accra • Ensured accurate and efficient filing of documents. • Maintained precision in reconciling financial documents. • Integrated into the institution's marketing team to promote and distribute various medical products to pharmacies and hospitals Core Skills Languages and Technologies Programming Languages(Python, C++) | Computer Skills | Microsoft Office Suite | Problem-solving | English: Bilingual or Proficient (C2) | French: Beginner (A1) Communication • Written Communication • Analytical • Dependable and Responsible • Leadership Education 2019 – 2021 WASSCE - Business Mfanstiman Girls' Senior High School - Cape Coast • Best Student Perfomance for WASSCE 2021 • House Supervisor 09/2022 – 09/2025 Bachelor of Science: Actuarial Science University of Ghana - Legon • Member of Academic Committee • Course Representative • Additional Coursework in Actuarial Computing References Available on request