Resume

Education 2004 - Present
Self-taught in free time
Web design/development and I.T. skills

• HTML/CSS programming, including the ability to meet XHTML 1.0/CSS 3 standards.
• PHP and MySQL programming and integration knowledge, in which I have developed a piece of forum software and am currently developing a massively multiplayer online game (http://www.infiniteconflict.com).
• All web development has been within the Linux/Apache/MySQL/PHP (LAMP) environment.
• Exposure to The GIMP (Linux) and Photoshop (Windows) graphics software, in which I have designed and developed website graphics and logos.
• Ability to use the Zend programming software.
• Basic search-engine optimisation experience, particularly with Google.
• Windows TCP/IP networking.
• Ability to set up and maintain a Linux server.
• Operating System troubleshooting.
• Computer/server construction and hardware maintenance.
• Full knowledge of the Windows and Linux (Ubuntu) operating systems.
• Word processing and spreadsheet use.

July 2007 – Present
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), Birmingham
Professional Level Chartered Accountancy (ACA) Exams
Since July 2007 I have passed the following professional stage modular examinations:

• Accountancy
• Assurance
• Financial Accounting

September 2004 – July 2007
Keele University, Staffordshire
BSc (Dual Hons) Physics and History

• 2:1 Class (Obtained)

My dual honours degree contained core modules of both a Physics and History degree to fully grasp key skills and knowledge in both subjects.

Second & final year Physics modules include:
Quantum Mechanics; Optics; Nuclear and Particle Physics; Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics; Solid State Physics; Particles, Accelerators and Reactor Physics; Electromagnetism and Radiation; Investigation into the effect of temperature on diodes in electrical circuits.

Second & final year History modules include:
Sources and Debates: Origins of the French Revolution; The Crusades and the Latin East, 1095-1291; Religion, Politics and Society in England, 1603-1689; Russia, 1917-1953; Search for Stability in Revolutionary France 1789-1804; Dissertation: Napoleon during the Hundred Days

Relevant skills gained from my degree include:

• A practical approach to problem solving using mathematical formulation and solution.
• A high familiarity with complex mathematics.
• Capability to accumulate, select and interpret a wide range and quantity of materials and data.
• Can draw conclusions based on both quantitative and qualitative research.
• The ability to reason clearly and to communicate complex ideas.
• Highly self-motivated - I can work under my own initiative or as part of a team.
• Understanding and Analysis of issues, events and people.
• Objectivity in analysis and conclusions, bringing relevant evidence into play.
• Communicative skills: both written and verbal.
• Critical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Skills in verbal presentations and discussion.
• Investigative skills.
• Familiarity with methods of research.
• Ability to organize information into a logical and coherent manner.

September 2002 – July 2004
Sixth Form College, Shropshire
AS/A Levels & other relevant qualifications

• Physics: B (A Level)
• History: C (A Level)
• Mathematics: C (A Level)
• Information Technology: B (AS Level)
• Key skills Communications: Level 3
• Health and Safety: Level 2
• Total UCAS Credits: 310

September 1997 – July 2002
Secondary School, Hertfordshire
10 GCSE’s (2x A*s, 7x As, 1x B)

• A*/A*: Science - Double Award
• A: Maths
• A: English Language
• A: English Literature
• A: Information Technology

Employment History
July 2007 – August 2008
Chartered Accountancy firm, Shropshire
Training Chartered Accountant

Role:	Providing a financial support role in a professional accountancy firm. Compiling accounts for sole traders, partnerships and Limited companies. Performing audits on large limited companies as part of an audit team. Preparing Profit & loss statements, balance sheets, reconciliations and purchase/sales ledger control accounts. Preparing tax computations/returns. Providing I.T. support to clients on technical software/hardware issues.
 	 
Skills:	An ability to interpret and compile numerical data from a clients’ own records in adherence with UK guidelines. Clerical perception and attention to detail in a predominantly numerical environment. Experience with SAGE and IRIS accountancy packages.

Additional Information
My hobbies and interests include:

• Playing electric and acoustic guitar.
• Films and culture.
• Foreign languages.