
Ashivini Achavvan
Financial & Administrative Assistant
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About
Detail-oriented Administrative Professional with a finance background and experience in both public and private sectors. Skilled in office coordination, records management, and supporting financial administration including invoicing, reconciliations, and reporting. Known for accuracy, organisation, and maintaining efficient office operations. Contributing to organisational success through proactive administration and effective coordination.
Experience
Volunteer - Eye Care Centre at NHS Golden Jubilee (2025-12 – Present)
Volunteering at Eye Care Centre, providing front-of-house support and welcome guidance in a busy clinical environment.
- Provided front-of-house support and welcome guide assisting patients and visitors in a busy clinical environment
- Managed patient queries and directed visitors efficiently to departments
- Supported a welcoming and organised service environment while maintaining confidentiality
Administrative and Financial Support at Twechar Community Action (2025-07 – 2026-01)
Provided administrative and financial support to a community organization driving local green initiatives, sustainability projects, and environmental improvement.
- Provided administrative and financial support using Excel and Word to maintain records, budgets, and reports
- Organised project documentation, data entry and maintained accurate office records
- Assisted with youth programme administration including spreadsheets and documentation
- Coordinated with team members and external stakeholders supporting community projects
Operational Staff at Gate Gourmet (2024-04 – 2025-10)
Worked in a fast-paced operational environment within a comprehensive catering network in the aviation industry.
- Worked in a fast-paced operational environment meeting strict deadlines and quality standards
- Followed detailed procedures and specifications to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Communicated effectively with team members to maintain smooth workflow
Short-Term Placement at Bookkeeping 2Gether Ltd (2023-11 – 2023-12)
Short-term placement at a bookkeeping service based in Glasgow, processing financial records and reconciliations.
- Processed purchase invoices and bank entries using accounting software
- Performed bank reconciliations ensuring accuracy of financial records
- Managed sales invoice processing and reconciliation tasks using Xero
Junior Accountant (Part-Time) - VAT Preparations - Bank Reconciliations at Gilbrot Accountancy (2012-09 – 2013-01)
Spearheaded data entry and meticulous financial records management, including VAT preparation, comprehensive bank analysis and adept reconciliation in Excel.
- Compiled and analysed purchase invoices, expenses and sales data for grocery clients, contributing to the meticulous preparation of VAT reports and ensuring compliance with financial regulations
- Conducted self-assessment evaluations for taxi drivers, showcasing a keen attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate and comprehensive accounting services
- Collaborated closely with the senior accountant to execute various responsibilities, from data analysis to year-end account preparation
Junior Clerk / Accountant - Record Maintenance - Income Tax Returns at Tilak Maharashtra University (2007-09 – 2010-02)
Managed overall accounting functions for diverse divisions such as science, commerce, nursing, BBA and MBA, each with its unique fee structure.
- Managed overall accounting functions for diverse divisions such as science, commerce, nursing, BBA and MBA, each with its unique fee structure
- Recorded and managed fee receipts in line with the specific fee structures of each department
- Conducted various financial operations, including the processing of different types of bills, issuance and clearance of cheques and maintenance of records such as advance registers, petty cash books and cheque registers
- Responsible for the daily upkeep of bank account records, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial documentation
- Prepared and submitted Form 16, managing TDS and filing Income Tax Returns by demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of taxation regulations
- Coordinated with a team comprising 15-20 members to execute tasks and achieve organisational objectives efficiently
Junior Assistant Accountant - Accounting - Auditing at Vishvas Patil Accountancy (2005-08 – 2007-08)
Contributed to accounting and auditing activities for multiple small-scale firms.
- Supported the accounting team in various financial tasks, including data entry, record-keeping and reconciliation
- Assisted in the preparation of financial statements and reports under the guidance of senior accountants
- Processed invoices, payments and receipts accurately and promptly in collaboration with other team members to ensure smooth day-to-day financial operations
Education
Masters in Commerce in Commerce – University of Pune (2006-04 – 2007-09)
Diploma in Taxation Law in Taxation Law – University of Pune (2006-01 – 2006-07)
Bachelors in Commerce in Commerce – University of Pune (2004-01 – 2005-09)
