TARAN BALLAGAN
Birmingham,BIR
Summary
As a graduate, I am excited to showcase my skills in the finance sector. Currently studying Accounting and Finance at university, I am on track to achieve a 2:1 degree. With a grade B at A-Level, I possess strong communication and organizational abilities, along with a friendly and energetic demeanor. I understand the importance of clear communication and hard work, and I enjoy meeting new people. Being innovative, I always bring refreshing new ideas to the table. Additionally, I am flexible, punctual, and adept at problem-solving. My organisational skills enable me to meet deadlines efficiently, and I am not hesitant to seek advice or support when needed. As a quick learner, I eagerly welcome any training opportunities for both service and personal development in the finance sector as I pursue a role as a graduate accountant.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Premier Convenience & Post office
05.2021 - Current
- Taking large vehicles to Cash and carry, purchasing goods and tobacco at discounted prices to then unload and store at the shop
- Managing other workers to make sure tasks are completed
- Built growing customer loyalty through promotional and consistent quality service
- Anticipated stock replenishment needs based on consumer trends to maximise the product available for customers
- Maintain neat and clean areas in line with health and safety policies
- Dealing with cash and credit card
- Managing incoming deliveries and checking discrepancies
- Counting the takings on cards and with cash, floating the tills for the next day and depositing the remaining amounts to the post office every day
Billing Clerk
Freightliner
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Billing for large freight companies, dealing with enquiries and proving weekly invoices in a timely manner
- Working as part of a team for the financial department in a busy city centre office
- Managing a hectic inbox of customers and colleagues with issues relating to rates, credits, reinforcing and pricing enquiries
- Customer service skills over or phone or via teams
Sales Fundraiser
Accelerate Organisation
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Pitching in and out of busy residential areas to members of the public in various locations, attempting to get them to sign up to a subscription service that supports the needs of seriously ill children on behalf of Great Ormond Street Hospital
Exams Department Officer
South and City College Bournville/Bordesley Green
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Working alongside exams office during summer exams of students
- Organising completed examination papers into storage for AQA, edexcel, city and guilds etc
- Creating exam packs containing exam rules, special need requirements and room numbers
- Registering and posting exam certificates to students using MIS portals
Sales Assistant
Burton Menswear
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided excellent sales service by offering products and interacting with customer needs
- Using 1:1 social skill to interact positively with consumers
- Increase add-on sales for each customer, i.e., buy a tie, or pair of shoes with an outfit
- Merchandised new products in visually appealing, organised displays
- Reacting to seasonal events and making sure promotions are highlighted throughout the store
- Accepted and processed cash, card, and mobile payments using POS systems
- Process and action deliveries promptly
- Check for any discrepancies
- Replenished floor stock to have all available styles and size, maximising product availability for customers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance
Aston University
B4 7ET06-2025
A-levels - Psychology, Business Studies, Accounting, Core Maths
King Edward’s Sixth Form College
01.2021
GCSE’S - Business, English Language, English Literature, Maths, Re, Media, Triple Science
Priory School
01.2019
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
Linkedinprofile
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Personal Information
Hobbies: Interest in people, bookkeeping, business, and the world economy, Enjoy music, fashion, and clothes, Follow news reports regularly involved in business and world status, Love playing sports such as football, rugby and cricket and being a team captain
Timeline
Billing Clerk
Freightliner
10.2023 - 05.2024
Sales Fundraiser
Accelerate Organisation
06.2023 - 07.2023
Exams Department Officer
South and City College Bournville/Bordesley Green
06.2022 - 09.2022
Manager
Premier Convenience & Post office
05.2021 - Current
Sales Assistant
Burton Menswear
09.2019 - 03.2020
GCSE’S - Business, English Language, English Literature, Maths, Re, Media, Triple Science
Priory School
Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance
Aston University
A-levels - Psychology, Business Studies, Accounting, Core Maths
King Edward’s Sixth Form College
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