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Liam Blackie

Summary

Detail-oriented finance professional with expertise in data analysis, budget control, and proficiency in both SAP and Oracle ERP systems. Skilled in advanced Excel use, collaboration, and effective communication with colleagues from both financial and non-financial backgrounds. Adept at time and task prioritization to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality. Committed to leveraging analytical skills and attention to detail to drive operational efficiency and support organizational goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work history

Higher Apprentice, Management Accounts

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2024.02 - Current
  • Coordinated the management accounting of the Global Marketing and Business Service, managing queries and quarterly forecasts for over 20 budget holders.
  • Active role in Month End cycles, assisting colleagues within and outside of the Finance function with reliable and timely advice, while meeting deadlines under pressure
  • Journaling of costs within the accounts, using large datasets and advanced Excel formulae and pivot tables
  • Provided training for new starters in Management Accounts on processes and systems.
  • Served as main contact for external audit team of a subsidiary company, supplying explanations and documentation.
  • Guided colleagues on invoice raising procedures, offering technical support and process guidance
  • Monitored compliance of submitted expenses with established policies.
  • Managed a small team to complete Academic Workloading process for 2025/26 academic year.
  • Experience in transition of finance systems from SAP to Oracle
  • Acted as the representative of the Finance team on the council responsible for creating the University Strategy 2025

Apprentice, Management Accounts

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2022.07 - 2024.01

Apprentice, Procurement Team

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2021.01 - 2022.06
  • Managed complex tenders for equipment and long-term service contracts.
  • Ensured compliance with policies and legislation throughout tender processes.
  • Served as point of contact for external stakeholders in procurement activities.
  • Engaged professionally with bidders to foster positive relationships.
  • Addressed queries promptly and communicated tender outcomes clearly.
  • Drafted comprehensive reports on tender processes and results.

Apprentice, Payments Team

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2020.07 - 2020.12
  • Facilitated resolution of queries to enable timely supplier payments.
  • Responded to supplier payment requests, strengthening collaborative relationships.
  • Provided technical guidance to colleagues, enhancing team performance.
  • Processed invoices and prepared payment runs efficiently.

Apprentice, Financial Accounts

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2020.01 - 2020.06
  • Reconciled bank statements daily, flagging potentially fraudulent transactions.
  • Reviewed remittance advices and ensured accuracy against bank records.
  • Assisted in preparation of VAT returns, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Apprentice, Management Accounts

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2019.09 - 2019.12

Flying Officer

RAF Air Cadets
2023.02 - Current
  • Second in command of a unit of 40 personnel
  • Organised and managed an adventure training camp for 35 personnel
  • Qualified Mountain Biking and Trekking instructor, frequently instructing groups of young people
  • Frequently presenting in front of a large audience, including cadets, staff and parents
  • Gold Duke of Edinburgh award holder

Education

CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting -

Kaplan Financial
2001.04 -

AAT level 4 -

Kaplan Financial

AAT Level 3 -

Kaplan Financial

A-Levels -

Hermitage Academy
Chester-le-Street, Durham
2017.09 - 2019.06

GCSEs -

Hermitage Academy
Chester-le-Street, Durham
2012.09 - 2017.07

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Data analysis
  • Time and task prioritisation
  • Team collaboration
  • Budget control and monitoring
  • Communication with non-finance staff
  • Advanced excel use
  • Financial software proficiency in SAP and Oracle

Timeline

Higher Apprentice, Management Accounts

Northumbria University
2024.02 - Current

Flying Officer

RAF Air Cadets
2023.02 - Current

Apprentice, Management Accounts

Northumbria University
2022.07 - 2024.01

Apprentice, Procurement Team

Northumbria University
2021.01 - 2022.06

Apprentice, Payments Team

Northumbria University
2020.07 - 2020.12

Apprentice, Financial Accounts

Northumbria University
2020.01 - 2020.06

Apprentice, Management Accounts

Northumbria University
2019.09 - 2019.12

A-Levels -

Hermitage Academy
2017.09 - 2019.06

GCSEs -

Hermitage Academy
2012.09 - 2017.07

CIMA Diploma in Management Accounting -

Kaplan Financial
2001.04 -

AAT level 4 -

Kaplan Financial

AAT Level 3 -

Kaplan Financial
Liam Blackie