John Student
M: 0412 345 678 | john.student@student.unsw.edu.au
CAREER PROFILE
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Accounting) student at the University of New South Wales who can
offer:
 Proven ability to improve business practices and bottom line through recommendations
 Experience working in Payroll/ Accounts in a fast-paced environment
 Highly develop analytical skills gained through financial market projects
 Strong communication and interpersonal skills demonstrated through part-time work and
extracurricular activities
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Accounting)
University of New South Wales
2012 - Present
Achieved above-credit average in all Finance-related subjects
Achieved distinctions in capital budgeting and strategic financial decision-making
Higher School Certificate
South Ryde High School
2011
Achieved an ATAR of 95.5
Awarded School Medal for Mathematics, Year 11
Vice-Captain & Member of Year 12 Debating Society
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
Payroll/Accounts Vacation Trainee
Aussie Foods, Chatswood
Dec 2013 - Feb 2014
Undertook extensive analysis of manufacturing waste and developed recommendations in a
report. One of these was implemented, resulting in a 15% cost reduction.
Reviewed the functions of the payroll and accounts department
Made recommendations in the areas of process and risk management which were subsequently
adopted and resulted in praise from external auditors
Successfully completed commercial (auditing/payroll) and production-focused projects
Developed time-management skills after attending managerial training course
RELEVANT PROJECT
Regional Financial Market Analysis
University of New South Wales
Jan 2013 - Jul 2013
Conducted a comprehensive comparative analysis of major regional financial markets
Determined the impact of floating currency mechanisms on these markets
Presented findings to class and was awarded the highest mark out of 60 students
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Waiter
The Sydney Hospitality Group
Utilised strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service
Developed strong organisational skills coordinating meals for up to 400 guests
Recognised by Head Chef for my work in synchronising desserts for 350 guests
Mathematics Tutor
The Shack Tutoring Program
Jan 2014 - Present
Jan 2012  Dec 2013
Raised grades of five HSC students by average of 30%
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Student Member
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
2012 - Present
Courses undertaken:
 Trading Options and Warrants
 Advanced Microsoft Excel
 Health and Safety in the Workplace
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Co-Organiser
Swim for a Wish Day, Lane Cove Aquatic Centre
Successfully solicited sponsorship from three businesses ($2000 each)
Member
North Ryde Toastmasters
2012 - 2014
Enhanced public speaking and presentation skills in a variety of competitions
Member
UNSW United Nations Society
2014 - Present
Developed teamwork and communication skills working on mock debates
REFEREES
Professional and academic contact details  also written references - available on request
2012 - 2013