Paulo Alves

Ensured timely invoice processing in Elite 3E, maintained vendor master data, and coded and matched POs and contracts to accurate GL entries while supporting reconciliations and audit readiness.

Resolved end-user Jira tickets for Unit4 ERP7 and spend-related systems, and supported stable operations through configuration, user setup, UAT testing, and system documentation.

Managed UCL research finance responsibilities, including costings and funding proposals, while ensuring compliance with sponsors' financial regulations using SITS e:Vision and related finance systems.

Processed income generated by WPM, Flywire, and BACS, supported customer service for staff and learners, and maintained accurate financial records through reconciliations and refund tracking.

Calculated staff salaries and overheads for Worktribe research funding proposals, reviewed submissions for compliance with policies and funder rules, and supported query resolution.

Managed the end-to-end accounts payable cycle in Agresso/Unit4, including coding, matching, payments, bank and supplier reconciliations, and maintenance of supplier master data and journal entries.

Processed and reconciled financial transactions on Unit4, handling supplier invoices, student fee payments and refunds, and purchasing card transactions to support accurate record keeping.

Administered research grant applications and awards, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and supporting reporting and record keeping.

Completed CIMA: Certificate in Business Accounting via BPP (Distance Learning).

Earned a BSc in Financial Economics from the University of East London.

Completed a CMI (Chartered Management Institute) Level 3 Award in First Line Management.

Completed a BTEC National in Travel and Tourism at Waltham Forest College.

Completed GCSEs including Accounts, English, Maths, and I.T. (all graded C).