Panos Aristotelous

Provided finance support for a new finance system, CI Anywhere, handling accounts receivable and payable. Managed daily posting of cash receipts, allocating them to the correct client ledgers, and processed daily client payments through various banks and accounts.

Provided finance support for a new finance system, CI Anywhere, handling accounts receivable and payable. Managed daily posting of cash receipts, allocating them to client ledgers, and processed client payments through various banks and accounts.

Ensured accurate and efficient delivery of Accounts Receivable processes using Oracle and various payment portals. Completed month-end bank reconciliations and processed invoices, expenses, and journals in core finance systems.

Created month-end cost reports to monitor revenue, averaging £4mn, from the Canal and River Trust for 13 projects. Completed timesheets for staff and journaled salaries to relevant cost codes.

Created month-end cost reports to monitor revenue from the Canal and River Trust for 13 projects. Completed timesheets for staff and journaled salaries to relevant cost codes.

Assisted with the annual returns end-of-year process. Processed an average of 200-300 daily credits with a total value of £2m.

Assisted with the annual returns end-of-year process, ensuring timely and accurate submission. Processed an average of 200-300 daily credits with a total value of £2m.

Monitored exceptions and resolved breaks, serving as the first point of contact for client queries. Provided reconciliation and control oversight of complex business flows, continually challenging processes for efficiency improvements.

Managed exception monitoring and break resolution, serving as the first point of contact for client queries. Oversaw reconciliation and control of complex business flows, continuously challenging processes for efficiency improvements.

Assisted with the payment scheme for a £360mn collective investment fund. Produced daily, weekly, and monthly MI reports and attended weekly board meetings to present progress updates, ensuring payment deadlines were met.

Prepared and reconciled daily transaction data for Covered Bond and Securitisation issues, producing monthly performance data and investor reports. Presented covered bond updates to the management board to monitor and control liquidity positions.

Prepared and reconciled daily transaction data for Covered Bond and Securitisation issues. Produced monthly performance data and investor reports, presenting covered bond updates to the management board.

Coordinated home energy surveyors for the Yorkshire region and carried out and monitored all transactions for Green home products. Resolved all new energy customer queries, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Coordinated home energy surveyors for the Yorkshire region and monitored all transactions for Green home products. Resolved all new energy customer queries, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Assisted the Finance Controller in accurately processing transactions through to trial balance using Excel and Sage Line 50. Managed credit control for a £2.5mn ledger, payroll for 150 weekly staff, and weekly turnover reports.

Assisted the Finance Controller in accurately processing transactions through to trial balance using Excel and Sage Line 50. Managed credit control for a £2.5mn ledger, payroll for 150 weekly staff, and weekly turnover reports.

Created valuation reports for retail and industrial properties in West Yorkshire. Worked to collect and resolve outstanding monies and listed properties for sale, arranging advertising.

Created valuation reports for retail and industrial properties in the West Yorkshire area. Worked to collect and resolve outstanding monies and listed details of land or buildings for sale, arranging property advertising.

Ensured accurate and efficient delivery of Accounts Receivable processes using Oracle and various payment portals like Ariba, Coupa, and Jaguar. Completed month-end bank reconciliations and processed invoices, expenses, and journals in core finance systems.

Processed Corporate Action events and updated client golden records within IM Actions and Cosmic systems. Ensured data accuracy and compliance for financial transactions.

Processed Corporate Action events and updated client golden records within IM Actions and Cosmic systems. Ensured data accuracy and compliance for financial transactions.

Ensured accurate and efficient delivery of Payment Operation processes using Oracle and various payment portals including Ariba, Coupa, and Jaguar. Reviewed current processes to identify improvements and supported month-end close processes and reconciliations.

Ensured accurate and efficient delivery of Payment Operation processes using Oracle and various payment portals. Reviewed current processes, identifying improvements and collaborating with Digital Teams to deliver solutions.

Managed credit control administration for 2,000 James Hay properties using Tramps and Excel. Allocated cash received based on customer remittance advice notes.

Served as a credit control administrator for 2,000 James Hay (trustee) properties using Tramps and Excel. Allocated cash received and processed customer remittance advice notes.

Produced daily and monthly sales invoices and posted them onto the Sage 200 system. Reviewed bank statements and posted daily transactions to maintain accurate financial records.

Produced daily and monthly sales invoices and posted them onto the Sage 200 system. Reviewed bank statements and posted daily transactions to ensure accurate financial records.

Supported the governance framework for Aviva UK Life Retirement Solutions investment platforms, including adviser, customer, and corporate platforms. Monitored Platform Operational activity to maintain compliance with FCA CASS and COBS Rulebooks.

Supported the governance framework for Aviva UK Life Retirement Solutions investment platforms. Monitored Platform Operational activity to ensure compliance with FCA CASS & COBS Rulebooks regarding client money and assets.

Assisted in the procurement process for a £2mn purchase ledger, including raising purchase orders and amending purchasing contracts. Researched suppliers and managed credit control activities.

Assisted with the payment scheme for a £360mn collective investment fund. Produced daily, weekly, and monthly MI, and attended weekly meetings to present progress updates to the board.

Assisted in the procurement process for a £2mn purchase ledger, including raising purchase orders and amending contracts. Processed Standing Order and Direct Debit requests.

Maintained updated payroll details for Asda's hourly staff, managing absence and wage deductions. Supported BACS payments, updated tax codes, and distributed wage-related documentation to employees.

Maintained updated payroll details for Asda's hourly staff, including absence and wage deductions. Supported BACS payments, updated tax codes, and distributed wage-related documentation.

Grade: 2:1 Merit

Achieved a 2:1 Merit in the Master of Arts program. Focused on advanced economic theories and financial market analysis.

Grade: Upper 2:1 (Risk Prize)

Graduated with an Upper 2:1, earning the Risk Prize. Specialized in the application of economic principles to industrial and business contexts.

Grade: Economics (A), Design Technology (A), Chemistry (B), Management (A)

Completed A Levels in Economics (A), Design Technology (A), Chemistry (B), and Management (A). Developed a strong foundation in analytical and scientific subjects.