John Student

M: 0412 345 678 | john.student@student.unsw.edu.au

CAREER PROFILE
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Accounting) student at the University of New South Wales who can
offer:
Proven ability to improve business practices and bottom line through recommendations
Experience working in Payroll/ Accounts in a fast-paced environment
Highly develop analytical skills gained through financial market projects
Strong communication and interpersonal skills demonstrated through part-time work and
extracurricular activities

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Accounting)
University of New South Wales

2012 - Present

Achieved above-credit average in all Finance-related subjects

Achieved distinctions in capital budgeting and strategic financial decision-making

Higher School Certificate

South Ryde High School

2011

Achieved an ATAR of 95.5

Awarded School Medal for Mathematics, Year 11
Vice-Captain & Member of Year 12 Debating Society

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Payroll/Accounts Vacation Trainee
Aussie Foods, Chatswood

Dec 2013 - Feb 2014

Undertook extensive analysis of manufacturing waste and developed recommendations in a

report. One of these was implemented, resulting in a 15% cost reduction.
Reviewed the functions of the payroll and accounts department
Made recommendations in the areas of process and risk management which were subsequently
adopted and resulted in praise from external auditors
Successfully completed commercial (auditing/payroll) and production-focused projects
Developed time-management skills after attending managerial training course

RELEVANT PROJECT
Regional Financial Market Analysis
University of New South Wales

Jan 2013 - Jul 2013

Conducted a comprehensive comparative analysis of major regional financial markets

Determined the impact of floating currency mechanisms on these markets
Presented findings to class and was awarded the highest mark out of 60 students

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Waiter
The Sydney Hospitality Group

Utilised strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service
Developed strong organisational skills coordinating meals for up to 400 guests
Recognised by Head Chef for my work in synchronising desserts for 350 guests

Mathematics Tutor
The Shack Tutoring Program

Jan 2014 - Present

Jan 2012 Dec 2013

Raised grades of five HSC students by average of 30%

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Student Member
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

2012 - Present

Courses undertaken:
Trading Options and Warrants
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Health and Safety in the Workplace

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Co-Organiser
Swim for a Wish Day, Lane Cove Aquatic Centre

Successfully solicited sponsorship from three businesses ($2000 each)

Member
North Ryde Toastmasters

2012 - 2014

Enhanced public speaking and presentation skills in a variety of competitions

Member
UNSW United Nations Society

2014 - Present

Developed teamwork and communication skills working on mock debates

REFEREES
Professional and academic contact details also written references - available on request

2012 - 2013