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Zara Ishfaq

Accounts Payable Administrator

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BirminghamMember since June 1, 2026
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Adaptable and customer-focused professional with experience in administration, accounts and client-facing roles. Skilled at problem-solving, communication and working collaboratively in busy environments. Currently seeking customer service opportunities to broaden my experience and develop new skills, while building on my previous administrative and finance experience. Holds a Business Management degree and AAT Level 2, with a long-term goal of progressing into finance or accounting roles.

Experience

Accounts Payable Administrator - Sahara Accountancy

(2025-04 - 2025-06)

  • Managed client accounts, payroll and daily financial records accurately.
  • Handled client enquiries professionally over email and phone.
  • Supported administrative duties across multiple departments.

Voluntary Work - Islamic Relief Charity

(2024-03 - 2024-08)

  • Sorted and labelled donated items to ensure smooth distribution.
  • Assisted with admin tasks and cash handling at the till as needed.
  • Supported visitors and fellow volunteers with friendly and professional service.

Carer for Family Member

(2023-01 - 2023-12)

  • Assisted with medication, personal care and appointments, demonstrating reliability and patience.
  • Provided daily support in a caring and respectful manner.

Accounts Payable Administrator - AKA Chartered Accountants

(2022-06 - 2022-08)

  • Managed invoices, VAT and data input for multiple stakeholders.
  • Delivered client service over email, phone and face-to-face contact.
  • Ensured accuracy and timeliness of accounts, maintaining high attention to detail.

Data Entry - Aman Solicitors

(2022-01 - 2022-02)

  • Acted as first point of contact, directing client enquiries to appropriate departments.
  • Managed communications and maintained records in line with GDPR and data protection.

Education Programme Administrator - Osbourne Training

(2021-06 - 2021-11)

  • Managed incoming calls, emails, diary appointments and meeting room bookings.
  • Provided administration support, including data entry, minute-taking and event organisation.
  • Assisted the wider team in a fast-paced office environment, demonstrating reliability and professionalism.

Education

Customer Service (WMCA Employability Programme) - Pathway Group (2026)

Customer service – Introduction - Digital College (2026)

AAT Level 2 (2026)

SAGE Certificate of Competency (2025)

Open Awards Level 2 Functional Skills English (2025)

BA (Hons) Business Management - Business Management - Birmingham City University (2021)

BTEC Level 3 Advanced Business - Business - South & City College, Birmingham (2018)

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Business Diploma - Business - South & City College, Birmingham (2018)

AAT Level 1 - Solihull College (2015)

BTEC Level 2 Diploma Business - Business - Birmingham Metropolitan College (2014)

BTEC Level 2 Applied Science (QCF) - Applied Science - Small Heath School, Birmingham (2012)

BTEC Diploma Level 2 for ICT (EDEXCEL) - ICT - Small Heath School, Birmingham (2012)

GCSE Maths (EDEXCEL) - Mathematics - Small Heath School, Birmingham (2012)

Skills

Accounts Payable Administrator

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