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Nicholas Vella

Nicholas Vella

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Data Analyst

KPMG

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My Portfolio Highlights

My New Course

Introduction to SQL

My New Course

Introduction to SQL

Data enthusiast, embracing the beauty of numbers and algorithms.

My Work

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DataLab

RDocumentation: p.adjust

DataLab

RDocumentation: p.adjust

My Certifications

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Data Engineer Associate

Data Engineer Associate

DataCamp Course Completion

Take a look at all the courses I’ve completed on DataCamp.

Courses

Introduction to Python
Introduction to SQL
Introduction to R
Intermediate Python

My Work Experience

Where I've interned and worked during my career.

KPMG Malta | Jan 2022 - Mar 2022

Physical Secondment (Saudi Arabia)

Physically re-located for 3 months to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to work on a data governance exercise for a national telecoms authority with the local KPMG Digital Lighthouse: - Designed the metadata architecture for the business glossary and data catalogue of the authority, aligning with international best practices and national requirements, - Developed an agile framework for the collaboration of multiple stakeholders in metadata collection, including automated metadata flows, - Supported IT in establishing database connections to a centralised data catalogue, - Delivered training sessions on data governance, - Training and experience with the Informatica suite of active metadata management tools (Informatica EDC, Informatica Axon).
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KPMG Malta | Oct 2021 - Present

Data Analyst

- Supported multiple insurers (based in Malta and Jamaica) in the implementation of new accounting requirements (IFRS17), including: cleaning and analysing transaction data, investigating root cause problems in data flows, identifying data gaps, re-designing financial reporting processes for operational efficiency, documenting 'as is' and 'to be' financial data pipelines, and re-mapping of chart of accounts to track new data points, - Evaluated IFRS17 tools on the market for a vendor assessment.

IAESTE Malta | Oct 2021 - Dec 2021

Advisor (Voluntary)

After an intense recruitment period for new members in advance of our end of term, the core team members of the 2020/21 executive team actively maintained an advisory role in the subsequent months to share our knowledge and hand-hold the new members where necessary.

KPMG Malta | May 2021 - Oct 2021

Associate Data Analyst

- Developed a financial forecasting model to improve the accuracy of a valuation exercise for a portfolio of 80 games using R for hierarchical cluster analysis and modelling.

The Malta Institute of Accountants (MIA) | Mar 2021 - Sep 2021

Member - MIA Students Focus Group

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IAESTE Malta | Oct 2020 - Sep 2021

President (Voluntary)

Trusted by my team to take the role of president in my second term, leading an organisation of 16 members during a pandemic provided the perfect opportunity to develop an entrepreneurial mindset towards problem-solving and risk-taking. I learned to appreciate the importance of: leading by example, using accountability to delegate work effectively and set up people for success, giving recognition to people's hard work for positive re-inforcement, and maintaining an objective approach towards conflict resolution.

KPMG Malta | May 2016 - Apr 2021

Intern - Data Analyst

Throughout my five summer internships and additional part-time periods working with KPMG, my key projects and learning experiences included: - Developing a machine learning model to identify erroneous data and track GPS movements through checkpoints using R and R shiny, - Providing annual IT assurance on an outsourced service provider contracted by a government authority, - Analysing a large dataset (upwards of 10million records), designing KPIs and building visualisations to generate insights about a pharmaceutical distribution network using Alteryx, Power View, and VBA.

IAESTE Malta | Jul 2019 - Sep 2020

Finance Officer (Voluntary)

Initially joined IAESTE as Finance Officer. My key projects and learning experiences included: - actively contributing to the organisation's decision-making - managing the organisation's cashflows - preparing and submitting annual reporting requirements - introducing basic internal controls - working closely with the marketing officer on campaigns to increase brand awareness

Deloitte | Aug 2015 - Aug 2015

Internship

Succeeded through the selection process for a four-week internship which focused on teaching the importance of teamwork, acting with integrity, and living up to a professional brand's image and reputation, as well as the development of vital soft skills.

My Education

Take a look at my formal education

Master in AccountancyUniversity of Malta | 2021
Business Degree (B. Com.) in Accountancy and EconomicsUniversity of Malta | 2019

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