Arnold Martis
Willemstad,
Summary
A service-minded, team-oriented professional with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to integrity. With a focus on continuous improvement, bring accuracy, attention to detail, and innovation to any team. Confident in my ability to deliver results, I am ready to contribute to your organization.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Coach
Trade Finance & Accounting Services
12.2023 - Current
- Support clients in developing and executing their company’s overall strategic vision and objectives.
- Oversee their daily operations to ensure efficiency and alignment with strategic goals.
- Assist in managing budgets, financial planning, and financial performance to optimize profitability.
- Identify growth opportunities, partnerships, and new markets to help expand their business.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, investors, and partners.
- Help clients identify and mitigate potential risks to ensure the long-term stability and success of their company.
Teacher
The University of the Dutch Caribbean
11.2024 - Current
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Credit Manager / Integrity Officer
International Global Bank NV
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Work closely with the Commercial department to achieve business growth and portfolio quality goals
- A member of the Credit Committee, and responsible for approving credit proposals based on financial analysis
- Properly identifying, assessing, and managing risks associated with the lending portfolio in an international environment requires understanding your customers and their businesses
- Loan delinquency, collateral management, and compliance with loan covenants are constantly monitored in the loan portfolio
- Annual reviews, assess customer risk, document findings, and recommend appropriate remedial action to avoid portfolio problems
- Plays a vital role as integrity officer in developing a culture of ethics, compliance and ensuring the bank's commitment to good corporate governance
Credit Administration Manager
Girobank NV
01.2015 - 08.2019
- Responsible for the following departments: Documentation, Document Control, Credit Administration, and Trade Finance
- The supervisors should be managed and coached to achieve the objectives and keep track of all bank's daily transactions
- Coordinate and monitor that all approved and signed credit proposals by the Credit Committee are registered and that the commitment/amendment letters and collaterals are issued as agreed before disbursement
- Provide management reporting regularly to maintain management informed of the credit portfolio, identify areas for improvement, and act as the primary contact between the clients and other operational/commercial departments
Operations Manager
Girobank NV
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Responsible for the following departments: Transfer, Trade Finance, Client Files, Internal Affairs, Mobile and Internet Banking
- Coordinate and monitor with the supervisors and guide 30 employees, ensuring effective management of these departments in alignment with the bank's goals
- Oversee the operations department using an annual plan, evaluating it with KPI management for ongoing enhancements
- Make tactical and operational decisions, plan and monitor the budget, and works together with Management to execute projects by defining the project objectives, scope, and the project plan
- Properly report to the Managing board the deviations and issues that interfere with the achievement of the objectives and targets stipulated in the annual plan
- Act as contingency support for the Distribution Channel Manager, overseeing daily operations and providing guidance to a workforce of 90 employees across 5 branches
Letter of Credit Officer
Girobank NV
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Overall responsible for the handling of all Trade Finance products (Letters of Credit, Bills of Exchange, Guarantees, and Collections)
Operations Officer
ING Bank NV
01.2000 - 12.2007
- 8 years of experience in Operations, serving as a Verification Officer, Account Manager, and Letter of Credit Specialist
- As Verification Officer, ensuring that all incoming/outgoing transactions were complete and correct
- As Account Manager, processed client transactions, maintained client contacts, and monitored accounts while adhering to regulations
- As a Letter of Credit Specialist, responsible for handling all Trade Finance products
Financial & Management Administrator
ING Bank NV
01.1996 - 12.1999
- Held two positions in Finance for 4 years: Management Information Administrator and Financial Reporting Administrator
- As Management Information Administrator, ensuring accurate and timely submission of reports
- As Financial Reporting Administrator, preparing, reviewing, and analyzing financial figures, and assisting in internal/external audits
Letter of Credit Specialist
ING Bank NV
07.1993 - 12.1995
- Overall responsible for the handling of all Trade Finance products (Letters of Credit, Bills of Exchange, Guarantees, and Collections)
Education
Master of Business Administration - General Management
Inter-Continental University of The Caribbean
06.2016
Bachelor of Business Administration - General Management
University of The Netherlands Antilles
06.2007
Intermediate Business Education - Accounting
Numaga College
06.1993
Higher General Secondary Education - undefined
Maria Immaculata Liceum
06.1991
Lower General Secondary Education - undefined
Stella Maris College
06.1988
Skills
- Financial Data Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Communication & Relationship Management
- Leadership & Team Management
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Collaborative Negotiation Skills
- Operations & Process Management
- Business Strategy & Growth
Languages
English
Spanish
Dutch
Papiamento
Timeline
Teacher
The University of the Dutch Caribbean
11.2024 - Current
Business Coach
Trade Finance & Accounting Services
12.2023 - Current
Credit Manager / Integrity Officer
International Global Bank NV
08.2019 - 09.2023
Credit Administration Manager
Girobank NV
01.2015 - 08.2019
Operations Manager
Girobank NV
01.2012 - 01.2015
Letter of Credit Officer
Girobank NV
01.2008 - 01.2012
Operations Officer
ING Bank NV
01.2000 - 12.2007
Financial & Management Administrator
ING Bank NV
01.1996 - 12.1999
Letter of Credit Specialist
ING Bank NV
07.1993 - 12.1995
Higher General Secondary Education - undefined
Maria Immaculata Liceum
Lower General Secondary Education - undefined
Stella Maris College
Master of Business Administration - General Management
Inter-Continental University of The Caribbean
Bachelor of Business Administration - General Management
University of The Netherlands Antilles
Intermediate Business Education - Accounting
Numaga College
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