Merlin Mathew
High Wycombe
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Assistant(part Time)
Mark & Spencer
High Wycombe, United Kingdom
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Ensured a positive experience for all clients by professionally addressing their inquiries, complaints, and returns.
- Managed inventory to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize overstock and out-of-stock incidents.
- Maintained high level of customer service while accurately processing transactions.
- Increased sales through strong customer relationships and excellent service.
- Aided in customer service by assisting with product search and conducting inventory checks at different locations.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve a cohesive and efficient store environment.
Sales Assistant(part Time)
Decathlon
United Kingdom
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Conducted product demonstrations, significantly boosting daily sales figures.
- Organized in-store promotions to increase awareness of new product lines.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Trained new staff on sales techniques and store policies, enhancing overall team performance.
- Kept up-to-date records of daily sales activities, monitoring progress towards individual goals.
Accountant
Joseph and Nampiathiri Chartered Accountants
Kerala,India
09.2019 - 10.2022
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Reduced financial risks by implementing robust internal controls and monitoring mechanisms.
- Streamlined monthly financial reporting processes, significantly reducing time required for report generation and analysis.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Achieved compliance with all tax regulations by staying updated on changes and conducting thorough reviews of financial operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with external auditors, ensuring smooth and efficient audit process.
- Optimized cash flow management to maintain adequate liquidity for operational needs while maximizing investment opportunities.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
Education
Master of Science - Management
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Commerce
Assumption College Autonomous
Kerala04.2019
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Forecasting
- Analytical Thinking
- Accounting Records Analysis
- Data Collection
- Self Motivation
- Team building
- Effective Communication
- Problem solver
Awards
National Service Scheme Volunteer(2014-2019)
Kerala State Awarded Diploma in Goods and Services Tax Practice Certification(2019)
Timeline
Sales Assistant(part Time)
Mark & Spencer
04.2024 - 07.2024
Sales Assistant(part Time)
Decathlon
02.2023 - 03.2024
Accountant
Joseph and Nampiathiri Chartered Accountants
09.2019 - 10.2022
Master of Science - Management
University of Hertfordshire
Bachelor of Science - Commerce
Assumption College Autonomous