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May 6, 2024

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William Schmitz

Address: 23 Hexham Road, CA4 1WS, London, United Kingdom

Email address: wschmitz@gmail.com

Phone number: 078 4953 9005

Profile

Proactive and results-driven Accounting Assistant with over 2 years of experience in financial management. Proficient in utilizing various financial software, including Quickbooks, Sage, and Xero, to expertly manage debit, credit, and account totals. Adept at preparing detailed financial reports for senior management, demonstrating a professional demeanor, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to excel in high-pressure environments.

Work experience

08/2017 - 12/2018, Accounting Assistant, LLOYD BAKER LEATHER LTD, London, United Kingdom

Prepared and filed financial statements (individual tax return, corporation tax, payroll tax, etc.) using Quickbooks, Sage, and Xero.
Generated and presented financial reports for managers, actively contributing in weekly team meetings.
Cultivated and maintained professional relationships with customers, effectively resolving any issues.
Recognized as Employee of the Month for outstanding performance.

08/2016 - 08/2017, Finance Assistant, BRB Limited, Hillington, United Kingdom

Managed incoming calls, emails, and client inquiries, maintaining company standards.
Organized and maintained all financial documents for the company.
Executed debit, credit, and account total procedures for customers.

10/2010 - 10/2011, Administrative Assistant, International Development Research Centre (IDRC), Amman, Jordan

Managed company database to ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
Prepared reports and collaborated with Operations team to enhance data management policies and procedures.
Oversaw printing, scanning, copying, and filing of administrative records.

Education

09/2015 - 08/2016, Finance & Economics, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom

Completed Master's degree in Finance & Economics
Demonstrated proficiency in financial analysis and economic forecasting
Conducted research on market trends and investment strategies
Developed comprehensive financial models to analyze business performance
Presented findings to senior management and stakeholders for strategic decision-making.

09/2012 - 05/2015, Economics and Management, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom

Achieved First Class Honours in Bachelor's degree
Engaged in extracurricular activities such as FinTech Society, Political Society, and Chess Club

09/2010 - 05/2012, IB Diploma Programme, Modern Montessori School, Amman, Jordan

Achieved Distinction with Grade 1 (equivalent to A/excellent) in all 6 subjects of the IB Diploma Programme.

Skills

Languages Skills

German

English, Arabic

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks, Sage

Interpersonal/Life Skills

Detail-oriented, Multi-tasking

Communication Skills

Good Team Player

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Knowledge of Financial Principles

Volunteering

09/2011 - 05/2012, English Tutor, Modern Montessori School, Amman, Jordan

Cultivated a strong rapport with a student in Afghanistan and delivered English lessons via webcam using customized lesson plans.

Certificates

07/2017, Personal Financial Specialist (PFS), American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

03/2012, IELTS, British Council

Band Score: 8.0 (C1 equivalent)

Hobbies

Exploring distant lands

Capturing moments

Every kind of sport

Milan Šaržík, CPRW

Certified Professional Résumé Writer

Milan’s work-life has been centered around job search for the past three years. He is a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW™) as well as an active member of the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Careers Coaches (PARWCC™). Milan holds a record for creating the most career document samples for our help center – until today, he has written more than 500 resumes and cover letters for positions across various industries. On top of that, Milan has completed studies at multiple well-known institutions, including Harvard University, University of Glasgow, and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

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