Esme Hedges
Canterbury,Kent
Summary
Aspiring finance professional with solid grounding in financial analysis and accounting principles. Capable of supporting financial planning and reporting through strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Adept at leveraging software tools-Excel and Xero- to streamline processes and enhance data accuracy. Desire to work in tax accountancy due to particular interest in those modules during University. Strong leadership and teamwork skills from experience of Deputy Head of House and Bronze Duke of Edinburgh
Overview
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Financial intern
TrakGlobal
Crewe
2025.08 - 2025.09
- Updated daily KPI's and bank reconciliation, greatly improving Excel skills and ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Introduced to Xero software and became proficient navigating it
- Shadowed senior staff to learn key accounting principles and processes.
- Lead 2 research projects to expand and improve on existing issues
Barista
Jaconellis Espresso Bar
East Surry
2022.08 - 2025.12
- Enhanced work flow by keeping work areas tidy and well-stocked.
- Performed cash handling duties accurately to maintain financial integrity.
- Provided welcoming atmosphere to customers, promoting return visits.
- Managed more than 100 customers daily alone yet maintained workflow without error
Jubilee Community Cafe
Jubilee Community centre
East Grinstead, West Sussex
2022.12 - 2023.07
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Applied skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
A-Levels -
Worth School
Crawley, West Sussex 2015.09 - 2022.06
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of Kent
Canterbury, Kent 2023.09 - 2026.06
Skills
- Proficient in Excel and Xero
- Obtained Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Confident, friendly and can take initiative on projects
- Deputy Head of House at secondary school
- Multitasking proficiency
Affiliations
- Cross Stitch
- Crochet
- Reading
- Skiing
Accomplishments
- Bronze Award in Duke of Edinburgh
- Grade 2 Ukulele
- Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Financial intern
TrakGlobal
2025.08 - 2025.09
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of Kent
2023.09 - 2026.06
Jubilee Community Cafe
Jubilee Community centre
2022.12 - 2023.07
Barista
Jaconellis Espresso Bar
2022.08 - 2025.12
A-Levels -
Worth School
2015.09 - 2022.06