Samuel Kwame Sefah
Feltham,Hounslow
Summary
Motivated Accounting and Finance graduate with strong academic performance and practical experience in invoice preparation, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting. Demonstrated reliability and respectfulness, with a solid foundation in audit and financial reporting. Seeking an accounts assistant role to further develop skills and pursue an accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA).
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Accounts Intern
Kawasaki Disease UK
Brentford, Ealing
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in preparing and maintaining financial statements, including SOFP and balance sheets ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Managed accounts payable/receivable, processing invoices and payments using software Sage 200.
- Administered credit control and pursued overdue accounts while coordinating with charity CEO to align payments.
- Managing of general day to day Admin in relevant criteria.
- Assisted with fundraising, grant applications, budgeting and financial reporting, trusts & Government funding applications.
- Proficient in CaseWare and accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks.
- Strong IT Competency with Microsoft Excel, Word.
- Experience in remote work with strong organisational and time management skills.
Team Member
Greggs
11.2023 - 08.2025
- Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment, handling transactions and customer queries efficiently.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to maintain store operations, including stock replenishment, food preparation, and cleanliness.
- Adhered to food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Contributed to sales performance by upselling products and promoting in-store offers.
Retail Supervisor
Scott's Menswear
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Led and supervised the sales team, driving daily targets and maintaining high customer service standards.
- Handled escalated customer issues, ensuring prompt and effective resolutions to enhance satisfaction.
- Monitored sales performance, set targets, and identified areas for improvement.
- Trained new staff on product knowledge, sales techniques, and company policies.
- Managed visual merchandising, maintaining brand standards and appealing product displays.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Accounting and Finance
Birmingham City University
Birmingham 09.2021 - 07.2025
A Levels & GCSEs -
St. Marks Catholic School
09.2014 - 06.2021
Skills
- Advanced skillset in MS Pack: Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Software: Skilled in Sage 200 & QuickBooks Knowledgeable in CaseWare
- Strong knowledge of core accounting and auditing principles, with practical application in various finance tasks
- Skilled in performing account reconciliations, managing accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining accurate financial records
- Able to analyse financial statements, interpret ratios, and evaluate business performance to support effective decision-making
- Developed precision and accuracy and problem-solving skills through tasks such as double-entry bookkeeping and audit preparation
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Good business acumen
- Bookkeeping expertise and billing system understanding
- Pro-Activity
Certification
- Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) - UK Driving License - 05/01/24
- Goldman Sachs Operations Job Simulation on Forage - 11/01/24
- ACCA and CIMB Group Sustainability in Banking Job Simulation on Forage - 11/01/24
- KPMG U.S. Career Catalyst: Audit Job Simulation on Forage - 11/01/24
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Certification- 10/01/22
Extra-Curricular Activities
Sound Team Member, Kharis Church, Prepare and set up sound equipment before services including microphones, speakers and monitors., Conduct time sensitive soundchecks with the praise & worship team and speakers to ensure all audio levels are balanced and clear before services begin., Operate the monitor mixer during service, adjusting audio levels in real-time to ensure clear sound for both the congregation and the performers., Regularly inspect, clean, and maintain audio equipment to ensure everything is in working order and troubleshoot any technical issues.
Timeline
Team Member
Greggs
11.2023 - 08.2025
Accounts Intern
Kawasaki Disease UK
08.2023 - 11.2023
Retail Supervisor
Scott's Menswear
09.2022 - 07.2023
BSc (Hons) - Accounting and Finance
Birmingham City University
09.2021 - 07.2025
A Levels & GCSEs -
St. Marks Catholic School
09.2014 - 06.2021
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