Caliston Vincent Chemble Raj

Finance graduate and current MSc Financial Mathematics candidate at Queen Mary University of London, with hands-on experience in budgeting, VAT compliance, and financial reporting. Skilled in financial modelling (cash flow, P&L, variance analysis) and data-driven decision-making, with strong business acumen from co-founding and managing an events business.

Business Owner / Finance Manager at Co-founded Events Business (2023-01 – Present)

Self-employed business owner managing finances and operations

• Developed rolling 12-month cash-flow forecasts and break-even analyses, improving working capital utilisation by 20%
• Produced monthly financial reports (P&L, cash-flow), informing marketing budget reallocations and vendor negotiations
• Acquired 10+ paying clients in Q1 2023 through ROI analysis and targeted marketing
• Designed and implemented social media strategy, increasing online engagement and community reach

Finance Administrative Assistant at VSC Retail Ltd (2022-01 – Present)

Part-time finance administrative role

• Processed invoices for accuracy, coding, and entry into the accounting system (approximately 100 invoices/month)
• Oversaw preparation and submission of VAT returns each quarter, ensuring HMRC deadlines were met and figures reconciled over 10 consecutive quarters

Crew Trainer / Customer Assistant at McDonald's (2020-01 – 2022-12)

Part-time role in customer service and staff training

• Role-modelled ideal behaviour and standards across multiple stations
• Trained and supervised new staff, ensuring consistent compliance with food safety standards and achieving 100% pass rate in SOCs

Accountant Associate at TS Accountancy

Work experience role in accounting

• Processed ~100 daily client invoices and purchase orders, ensuring HMRC compliance
• Supported quarterly tax return preparation for 15+ sole traders and small businesses

MSc in Financial Mathematics – Queen Mary University of London (2025-09)

BSc in Mathematics with Finance & Accounting – Queen Mary University of London (2022-09 – 2025-07)

A Levels in General Education – John F Kennedy Catholic School, Hemel Hempstead (2020-09 – 2022-08)

GCSEs in General Education – John F Kennedy Catholic School, Hemel Hempstead (2015-09 – 2020-08)