Hayyan Mazhar

BSc Accounting & Finance graduate from SOAS, University of London with hands-on experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, VAT returns, payroll administration and customer-facing operations. Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and TaxCalc, with strong analytical, numerical and compliance awareness. Achieved 93% in Financial Strategy and completed a 10,000-word independent research project, developing strong financial analysis, reporting and evidence-based decision-making skills.

Seeking an entry-level role within accounting, audit, finance administration or financial analysis.

Accounting Intern at Girach & Mannan (2025-06 – 2025-09)

• Prepared profit and loss statements, balance sheets and VAT returns for corporate and individual clients, ensuring accuracy and HMRC compliance.
• Reconciled 300+ transactions using Microsoft Excel, identifying variances and supporting accurate month-end financial reporting.
• Processed payroll, pension contributions and employee records while maintaining confidentiality, data accuracy and statutory compliance.

Cashier / Checkout Assistant at IKEA (2022-07 – 2025-07)

• Processed 200+ daily transactions, resolved payment queries and maintained strong accuracy against company financial controls.
• Completed end-of-day cash reconciliation, investigated discrepancies and supported till integrity, loss prevention and operational accuracy.
• Trained new staff on POS operations, customer service standards, cash handling and fraud prevention procedures.

Customer Service Assistant at Post Office (2022-01 – 2025-04)

• Delivered multi-service counter support including customer enquiries, postal services, bill payments, deposits, withdrawals, money transfers and currency exchange transactions.
• Applied identity verification, anti-fraud checks and compliance procedures when handling cash, foreign currency and sensitive customer information.
• Maintained accurate transaction records and supported daily cash handling, helping reduce errors and ensure smooth branch service delivery.

BSc in Accounting & Finance – SOAS, University of London (2023-09 – 2026-07)

A Levels – Harris Academy Merton Sixth Form (2021-09 – 2023-08)