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Maria Cristina  Vallejo Silva

Maria Cristina Vallejo Silva

London

Summary

Reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant with a BSc in Finance & Accounting and AAT Level 3 (progressing to Level 4), experienced in purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations, payroll, and VAT/PAYE compliance. Skilled in QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, and Excel, with hands-on experience supporting both charitable and commercial finance operations. Known for accuracy, strong organisational skills, and the ability to resolve queries efficiently while supporting smooth month-end and audit processes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Volunteer Accounts Assistant

ORG United Hearts CIC
London
03.2025 - 10.2025

• Assisting in preparing and submitting CIC accounts
• Supporting the administration of the Organisation's policies and procedures
• Supporting the team in the workshops addressed to the commitments of the Organisation.
• Gained hands-on experience in handling HMRC queries related to CIC companies,

Accounts Assistant

Aster & Trujillo LTD
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Performed administrative and data entry tasks to support the finance team.
  • Independently prepared and submitted monthly/quarterly VAT and Tax returns for a diverse client portfolio, ensuring 100% compliance with deadlines.
  • Managed all aspects of the sales and purchase ledgers, performing monthly bank and client statement reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.
  • Supported end-to-end payroll duties of the different clients, including processing payslips and managing accurate RTI and pension scheme submissions.

Housekeeper

OCS Group Treasury
11.2011 - 09.2023


Developed excellent attention to detail, reliability, and organisational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated consistency and professionalism while managing daily tasks and supporting team operations.

Education

AAT Level 4 - Accounting

KBM Training & Recruitment
09.2025 -

BSc (Hons) - Finance and Accounting

Anglia Ruskin University
London
01.2020 - 01.2023

Payroll Levels 1 & 2 - IAB

City and Islington College
London
09.2019 - 07.2020

AAT Level 3 - Accounting

City And Islington College
London
09.2018 - 07.2019

GCSEs - English & Math

City and Islington College
London
09.2015 - 07.2017

Executive Secretarial and Business Administration - FP2

Maryland Institute
Madrid, Spain
09.2004 - 07.2007

Skills

  • Bookkeeping expertise
  • Sage software proficiency
  • Tax compliance and planning
  • Microsoft Excel
  • QuickBooks
  • Account reconciliation
  • Double-entry accounting
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Payroll processing

Certification

  • - Business Administration: ICT Skills for Business (Advanced) – City Lit | Mar 2022 – Apr 2025
  • - Civil Service Recruitment Programme – Westminster Kingsway College | Dec 2024

Hobbies & Interests

- Enjoy learning about finance, taxation, and investment strategies., - Passionate about music, dancing, cooking, and gardening.

Languages

Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced
A1

Timeline

AAT Level 4 - Accounting

KBM Training & Recruitment
09.2025 -

Volunteer Accounts Assistant

ORG United Hearts CIC
03.2025 - 10.2025

Accounts Assistant

Aster & Trujillo LTD
06.2023 - 04.2024

BSc (Hons) - Finance and Accounting

Anglia Ruskin University
01.2020 - 01.2023

Payroll Levels 1 & 2 - IAB

City and Islington College
09.2019 - 07.2020

AAT Level 3 - Accounting

City And Islington College
09.2018 - 07.2019

GCSEs - English & Math

City and Islington College
09.2015 - 07.2017

Housekeeper

OCS Group Treasury
11.2011 - 09.2023

Executive Secretarial and Business Administration - FP2

Maryland Institute
09.2004 - 07.2007
Maria Cristina Vallejo Silva