Accounting CV Example - Newcastle University

1 John McVay12 Patterson Close, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3F504766921678, Final year Accounting and Finance student with a year s professional Accounting experience, seeking a trainee graduate role with the aim of becoming a chartered accountant. Education 2015 2019 BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance, Newcastle University (predicted ) Relevant modules include: Financial Accounting , Understanding Company Accounts, Corporate Finance, Financial Control, Auditing and Taxation in Accounting . Professionally accredited degree with exemptions from examinations from the following professional associations: ACCA, AIA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA.

2 Worked in a team of five on an assessed group project to analyse a set of company accounts. Coordinated and chaired weekly team meetings where we examined the company s financial condition and performance in the context of the business environment and Accounting policy. Produced the data visuals using Excel. Reported our findings in a group presentation, achieving an overall grade of 71%. Contributed ideas during large group problem solving sessions focusing on normative and positive Accounting theory . Effectively proposed solutions, demonstrating an understanding of theory and application. Analysed case studies of international business strategy, completing secondary research into financial data.

3 Presented findings in a 2000 word report, which achieved a grade of 69%.2008 2015 Central School, South Shields A Levels: Maths (A) Geography (A) History (A)10 GCSEs: Grades A* - CRelated Experience Sep 2017 June 2018 Accounting Work Placement, Hopkins and Hartford Newcastle upon Tyne Conducted budget and forecast analysis using Excel and effectively presented complex data to the finance team in weekly operational meetings. Completed customer-based revenue analysis, identifying revenue attrition trends and developing recommendations for improved performance. Processed supplier invoices and responded to customer invoice queries over phone and email, providing a helpful and professional point of contact.

4 Reconciled the company balance sheet account using Sage. Recorded and classified all transactions, paying close attention to detail. Prepared the quarterly VAT return and annual HMRC tax compliance returns, liaising with different departments to gather data and working within CV Example Page 1 of 2 1. Ensure that your email address is professional and use one that you check regularly. Remember to also check your junk folder and activate the voicemail on your You don t need to include a personal profile, but if you do, it must be specific to the role. Highlight relevant skills, pick out key achievements and summarise your career Include no more than five or six modules, if relevant.

5 Highlight projects or activities that evidence your skills and knowledge, eg dissertation, lab techniques, group presentations. 4. To save space, list A levels/equivalent qualifications across the page. State the number and grades of Mention any particularly relevant experience first. Include all related experience this could be from internships, placements, volunteering or work Write briefly about what you did in each role, giving specific examples to show how you developed relevant skills and also what you 2015 - Dec 2016 Volunteer Finance Assistant, Northumberland Conservation Trust Morpeth Worked as part of a team of four in the finance office, recording and processing the shop income and associated expenditure for all of the Northumberland Conservation Trust shops.

6 Checked and input Gift Aid information into spreadsheets and submitted via the online system on the GOV website. Ensured that valid Gift Aid declarations were recorded and stored securely for audit. Responded to finance queries from Trust employees related to payroll and identified solutions to issues with financial data. Additional Experience Jan 2018 - May 2018 Customer Assistant, Radley s Department Store, Hexham Took delivery of new stock, logging incoming deliveries and replenishing product displays. Worked efficiently during busy times to ensure stock levels were maintained. Greeted customers and advised them on suitable products.

7 Maintained up-to date knowledge of store products, their features and pricing. Exceeded sales targets for two consecutive months and was given the Outstanding Sales Award in 2017 - Aug 2017 Receptionist, the Bellevue Hotel, Hexham Provided a friendly and efficient service when checking guests in and out of the hotel. Took bookings over the phone and by email, updating records using the hotel s computer booking system. Handled payments, processing cash and card transactions and balanced the till at the end of the day. Created promotional content for the Hotel s social media, posting regular updates on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

8 Responded to customer feedback on TripAdvisor, addressing concerns sensitively. Designed and implemented a new process for recording and responding to customer complaints and feedback. Positions of Responsibility Nov 2016 Jul 2017 Secretary, Newcastle University Accounting Society Represented the views of Business School students at senior faculty meetings, raising awareness of any issues they may have. Co-ordinated and chaired two School forums to share good practice with other student-staff committees. Submitted a report each term to Newcastle University Students Union to update them on any achievements or issues within the Business School.

9 Additional Skills IT - proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Access. Full clean driving CV Example Page 2 of 2 7. You could include part-time or vacation jobs here. The setting may not seem related, but the skills gained could Highlight recent activities and achievements that make your CV stand out. Briefly describe what you did, evidencing relevant skills9. Give details of other relevant skills that you have, such as IT skills (list software packages), driving licence and language skills or certificates, eg first