Nazia Ahmed
@naziaahmed
Ambitious finance professional with customer service and accounting expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly motivated and ambitious individual with a Master's degree in Accounting and Finance from Anglia Ruskin University. My experience spans across customer service and finance sectors, where I have honed my skills in credit control, debt collection, and financial analysis. I thrive in both team environments and independent settings, consistently meeting strict deadlines and achieving set goals.
Currently, I work as a Credit Controller at Hyve Group, where I manage relationships with both UK and international clients, ensuring timely payments and addressing customer queries. My previous role at Aurora Managed Services Ltd allowed me to oversee over 300 clients, where I utilized my expertise in Excel and various accounting software to analyze ledgers and negotiate payment plans. I am dedicated to becoming fully ACCA qualified, further enhancing my professional capabilities.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Credit Controller
Hyve Group
Dec 2024 - Present (7 months)
Currently serving as a Credit Controller, managing outstanding invoices for both UK and international clients. Responsibilities include checking payment allocations, resolving customer queries, and utilizing customer portals.
Credit Controller
Aurora Managed Services Ltd
Sep 2020 - Oct 2024 (4 years 1 month)
Managed a portfolio of over 300 clients, handling debt collection, ledger analysis, and payment processing. Successfully negotiated payment plans and ensured timely payments by adhering to credit terms.
Trainee Finance Assistant
Commercial Services Trading
May 2019 - Mar 2020 (10 months)
Performed credit control by contacting customers daily to collect outstanding debts and negotiating payment terms. Managed purchase and sales ledgers, processing a high volume of invoices and ensuring accurate financial records.
Inbound Call Handler
Fundraising Innovation
Jun 2018 - Mar 2020 (1 year 9 months)
Handled inbound calls, collecting financial information related to gas and electricity from over 50 customers daily. Updated system records and resolved customer queries and complaints efficiently.
Customer Service Assistant
Morrisons
Dec 2018 - Dec 2018 (0 months)
Provided customer service, operated the till, and managed stock replenishment. Addressed customer queries and ensured a positive shopping experience.
Finance Assistant
Kent Association for the Blind
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 (2 months)
Chased aged debtors and reconciled petty cash using Sage Line 50. Managed sales and purchase invoices, orders, and cheques, and prepared for auditing.
Transport Administrator
Hands Volunteer Transport Service
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018 (5 months)
Inputted data using Microsoft Access database and calculated travel expenses. Managed phone calls, filled out forms, booked drivers, and handled client queries.
One Call Specialist
Vanquis Bank Limited
Nov 2017 - Dec 2017 (1 month)
Handled outbound calls, processed payments, and addressed customer queries. Ensured efficient and accurate resolution of customer issues.
Voluntary Worker
HM Revenue & Customs Tax Office
Sep 2017 - Oct 2017 (1 month)
Investigated and analyzed company reports for Capital Gains Tax and self-assessment cases, identifying errors and fraud. Assessed employment tax figures, penalty charges, and worked with tax relief initiatives.
Legal Gateway Assessor
Citizen Advice Bureau
Jun 2017 - Oct 2017 (4 months)
Assisted clients with financial and income statements, addressing their problems and providing guidance. Facilitated access to appropriate resources and support.
Stock Room Assistant and Sales Assistant
Next Retail
Feb 2017 - Jun 2017 (4 months)
Managed stock room operations and assisted customers on the sales floor. Ensured efficient stock organization and provided excellent sales support.
Trainee Accountant
Taj Accountants
Jan 2016 - Aug 2016 (7 months)
Performed bookkeeping, calculated expenditures, and reconciled bank statements. Managed VAT returns, annual filings, and payroll processing for clients.
Receptionist
Rochester Healthy Living Centre
Jul 2012 - Apr 2014 (1 year 9 months)
Performed administrative tasks including filing and data entry. Supported daily operations by maintaining organized records.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Anglia Ruskin University
MSc Accounting and Finance, Accounting and Finance
Completed a Master of Science in Accounting and Finance, achieving a Merit. This program enhanced my understanding of advanced financial concepts and accounting principles.
BPP University of Professional Studies
BSc (Hons) Professional Accounting, Professional Accounting
Obtained a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Professional Accounting, achieving a 2.2 classification. The curriculum covered key areas such as Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Reporting, and Business Taxation.
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A-Levels, Information Technology and Business Studies
Achieved Distinction, Distinction in Information Technology (Double Award) and Distinction* in Business Studies (Single Award). These qualifications provided a strong foundation in IT and business principles.
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GCSEs, Various
Completed GCSEs in Mathematics, Information Technology, Health and Social Care, and English. These studies provided fundamental academic skills across various subjects.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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