Faiq Qureshi

Detail-focused and reliable professional with AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping qualification and hands-on experience as a trader and freelance contractor for trading firms. Skilled in working with financial figures and data under pressure, with strong numerical accuracy and record-keeping habits built through live trading work. Comfortable managing accounts and figures independently as well as collaborating within a team, having built strong self-management and remote-working skills through freelance contract work.

Currently expanding technical capability through self-directed study in software engineering, bringing an analytical, systems-minded approach to bookkeeping and financial record-keeping.

Freelance Trader / Contractor at Various Trading Firms (Present)

Traded on behalf of multiple trading firms on a contract basis, working independently to agreed targets and risk parameters.

• Tracked and reconciled trading positions and figures daily, maintaining accurate personal records of activity and performance.
• Managed relationships with several firms concurrently, adapting quickly to each one's systems and reporting requirements.
• Built strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail through constant work with live financial figures — directly relevant to bookkeeping and accounts work.

Trader

Executed trades and monitored market data to support firm trading decisions.

• Kept accurate records of trades and figures, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Barista at Starbucks

Balanced part-time employment with full-time study, demonstrating strong time-management and organisational skills.

• Handled cash and card transactions accurately, including till reconciliation and end-of-shift balancing.
• Delivered consistent customer service in a fast-paced team environment.

Warehouse Operative

Carried out stock handling, order picking, and inventory checks accurately and efficiently.

• Worked reliably within a team to meet daily targets and deadlines.

Crew Member at McDonald's

First role at age 16; gained foundational experience in teamwork, punctuality, and customer service.

• Handled point-of-sale transactions and cash handling with accuracy.

AAT Level 3 Bookkeeping Certificate in Bookkeeping

Software Engineering