Kasim Raja
Purchase Ledger Clerk
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About
Highly motivated and detail-oriented finance professional with growing expertise in financial operations and account management. Having been recognized for a strong work ethic, enthusiasm for learning, and the ability to quickly adapt to new challenges in previous work experience, I am eager to develop my skills further. I am also keen to contribute effectively to team and organizational success through diligence, proactivity, and a results-driven approach.
Experience
Purchase Ledger Clerk at Tameside Hospital (2023-09 – 2024-04)
- Process and match invoices to orders and ensuring accuracy and compliance with VAT and HMRC guidelines.
- Investigating price and quantity discrepancies and resolve supplier queries in a timely manner.
- Maintain up-to-date supplier databases in line with internal and fraud prevention guidelines.
- Reconcile statements, request copy invoices, and resolve disputes efficiently.
- Arranging Direct Debit collections and allocating receipts and payments
- Assist the Financial Services Manager in maintaining operational effectiveness and other ad-hoc admin duties.
- Dispatch manual remittance advices and process manual payment requests.
Finance Management Associate at DK Performance (2019-02 – Present)
- Processed daily financial transactions, including cash, credit card, and commission payments.
- Managed sales and purchase ledgers, reconciled accounts, and handled VAT returns.
- Supervised team members and provided first-line customer support.
- Prepared monthly management accounts and internal reports.
- Monitored stock control and addressed discrepancies effectively.
Sales Executive at Triple A Stars Car Sales (2017-03 – 2019-01)
- Delivered exceptional customer service, managing inbound inquiries and resolving complaints.
- Maintained accurate records of transactions and client interactions.
- Boosted sales through relationship development and targeted marketing strategies.
- Utilized social media for promotions and upselling vehicles and services.
- Interacted with clients in multiple languages, ensuring clarity and satisfaction.
Education
BSc in Accounting and Finance (ACCA accredited) – University of Salford (2019-09 – 2022-08)
Business Studies (BTEC Diploma) - Distinction Star (x2); Certificate in Finance - B – Oldham Sixth Form College (2016-09 – 2019-08)
5 GCSEs (A-C, including English and Maths) – The Radclyffe School (2011-09 – 2016-07)