Elisa Cordial
Blandford Forum,Dorset
Summary
Part-qualified ICAEW Chartered Accountant on Saffery LLP’s graduate trainee programme since August 2023. Currently working as an Audit Associate, senioring audits across varied clients. Experienced in managing complex audits, including senioring a large group audit with turnover exceeding £100m. All ACA first time passes, having sat CR and SBM in Nov 25 and waiting to receive results. Achieved top scores within Saffery LLP for FAR, AA, and TC exams. A good problem solver who relishes a challenge, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and committed to delivering high-quality audit services.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Audit Associate
Saffery LLP
Bournemouth, England
08.2023 - Current
- Working in a senior and semi-senior role within the audit team on a diverse range of clients, including hospitality, manufacturing and Charities
- Being responsible for planning, fieldwork and completion of the audit, liaising directly with the client to ensure strong client service, winning a Safferys Client Service award in July 2025.
- Producing budgets and ensuring recoverability throughout the audit.
- Communicating and mentoring junior staff to ensure a strong team mentality.
Accounts Administrator
Hendry Equestrian
Dunbar, East Lothian
02.2020 - 08.2023
- Provided supervision to the running of 3 small businesses, including a Equestrian Shop with strong online sales
- Responsible for the bookkeeping of the 3 companies using Sage, meeting with the accountant annually to discuss progression and possible streamlining
- Invoicing clients on a monthly basis as well as paying suppliers and monitoring cash flow
- Adding new season items to our Back of House and E-Commerce systems, populating Matrix's and online info
- Working part time in the shop on a customer facing basis, providing advise and recommendations on the products
Equestrian Services & Housesitting
Self Employed
, East/Mid Lothian
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Running my own successful business looking after horses and small animals whilst customers are on holiday or working
- Being responsible for peoples property whilst they are away, taking on board their individual requirements and providing a high level of care and attention to detail
- Organising my time to work to a strict schedule to make sure all animals are kept in their usual routines to provide consistency and comfort to them whilst their owners are away
- Created strong working relationship with customers to build long term business
Operations Manager
The Golf Inn
Gullane, East Lothian
03.2014 - 06.2017
- Part of a small team who took on the renovation of The Golf Inn, and building the business from scratch creating a profitable business in 3 years
- Provided supervision and instruction to department managers and 25+ staff members, delivering optimal productivity.
- Overseeing the accounts and HR for the business, implementing an online reservations system for the Hotel and Restaurant
- Contacted local suppliers to provide unique touches for guests
- Worked on the floor with staff front of house to provide support during busy times and create a rapport with local customers
Yard Manager
Seacliff Stables
North Berwick, East Lothian
01.2011 - 03.2014
- Led a small team to provide Horse Riding Treks to customers through a private estate and on the beach
- Organised a rota for staff and horses to make sure the welfare of the animals was always met
- Booked in customers, confirming we had all the necessary information for their booking
- Liaised with groups for corporate or special occasion bookings to provide a one off experience for them
- Ensured all Health and Safety requirements where met
- Provided day to day care to nearly 30 horses
Education
ACA - Accountancy
ICAEW
United Kingdom 09.2023 -
2:1 Bachelor of Laws - Law
Queen Mary, University of London
London09.2010
A-Levels - A- Psychology, B- Sociology, A- Geography
Corfe Hills School
DorsetGCSEs - Maths, Statistics, Double Science, English, Geography, Drama, RPSE, Food Tech, Spanish
Corfe Hills School
DorsetSkills
- Thrive when working in fast paced environments, with the ability to encourage and be part of a team as well as self motivate when working independently
- Ability to multi-task, prioritising and organising time to make sure deadlines and goals are met
- Take a methodical approach in order to identify problems or errors, resolving any issues and adapting to make sure they do not reoccur
- Able to take initiative when faced with a problem to provide achievable solutions
Hobbies
I am a keen equestrian and have a horse which I compete regularly in Dressage. I have previously competed in UK Championships as well as more locally. I enjoy the countryside and spend my free time walking my dog and exploring new areas.
Timeline
ACA - Accountancy
ICAEW
09.2023 -
Audit Associate
Saffery LLP
08.2023 - Current
Accounts Administrator
Hendry Equestrian
02.2020 - 08.2023
Equestrian Services & Housesitting
Self Employed
06.2017 - 03.2020
Operations Manager
The Golf Inn
03.2014 - 06.2017
Yard Manager
Seacliff Stables
01.2011 - 03.2014
2:1 Bachelor of Laws - Law
Queen Mary, University of London
A-Levels - A- Psychology, B- Sociology, A- Geography
Corfe Hills School
GCSEs - Maths, Statistics, Double Science, English, Geography, Drama, RPSE, Food Tech, Spanish
Corfe Hills School