Zara Ishfaq
Accounts Payable Administrator
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About
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)
