Kim Romano
10 Keys Ave, Logan, Qld 4114  Ph: 07 0000 0000  k.romano@server.com
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position in a business services capacity that will enable me to develop my
interests and skills in the field of taxation and management accounting particularly
with small and medium business clients.
EDUCATION and TRAINING
2009 - 2011
Bachelor of Commerce
Griffith University (Expected graduation November 2011)
Major: Accounting
Grade Point Average: 5.5 (Scale 1 – 7, 7 being the highest)
Key Subjects:
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Management Accounting (Distinction)
Financial Accounting
Economics for Managers
Accounting projects:
Case Study – Preparation of Budget for Small Business (Management Accounting)
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Analytical skills demonstrated through analysis of the factors affecting the
budget, including current business costs and extraneous indicators for next
financial year
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Budgeting skills demonstrated through calculation of the projected budget for
next financial year utilising Excel Spreadsheet
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Report writing skills demonstrated through the completion of a report including
recommendations for modifying cost behaviours
Financial Statement – Formation of Partnership (Financial Accounting)
2008
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Analytical skills demonstrated through analysis of relevant taxation regulations
impacting upon formation of partnerships in Australia
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Technical skills demonstrated through the preparation of financial statement
for a newly-formed partnership utilising XYZ software
Senior Certificate
Beenleigh State High School, Beenleigh, QLD
High Achievements - English, Business and Economics
Kim Romano
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Aug – Oct 2007
(1 day per week)
Work Experience – Corporate Tax Compliance Section
Toohey Reid (Chartered Accounting Firm), Creek Street, Brisbane
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June 2007
(1 week)
Assisted Tax Accountant in preparation of tax documents
Data entry and general office administration duties
School Work Experience
Smith and Jones Accountants Pty Ltd, Beenleigh (CPA Firm)
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Observed Accountant in consultation with clients and preparation of tax returns
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2006 – present
Assistant Manager
Sales Assistant (Casual)
David Jones, Logan Hyperdome
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2004 - 2006
Maintained stock control
Supervised two junior staff
Balanced register takings
Served customers and handled cash
Crew Trainer
Kitchen Hand
McDonalds, Beenleigh
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Supervised and trained 6 junior staff
Served customers and handled cash
Worked under pressure
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS
Kim Romano
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Highly developed analytical and research skills – as a result of academic studies
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Effective report-writing skills – gained from university assignments and
professional work experience
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Ability to communicate with people at all levels – 4 years of customer service;
work experience with Toohey Reid
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Strong oral communication skills – developed through seminar presentations at
university and conducting training sessions at McDonalds
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Excellent teamwork – gained through team projects and casual employment
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Superior time management skills – from balancing studies and part-time work
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High level of competence in using MYOB, Excel Spreadsheets – developed
through university projects and lab-based courses
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
2008
Student Member – Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
2007
Japan – Exchange for 1 month. Attended high school and lived with a Japanese
family.
LANGUAGES
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Italian: Fluent speaking, intermediate writing and reading skills
Japanese: Beginner writing, reading, speaking skills
RECREATIONAL INTERESTS
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Soccer : Currently play in open South East Queensland representative side
Music : Play bass guitar in rock band at local venues on weekends.
REFEREES
Mr John Jones
Tax Manager
Toohey Reid Accountants
Creek Street, Brisbane
Email: jones@tooheyreid.com
Mob: 0400 000 000
Ph: (07) 0000 0000
Fax: (07) 0000 0000
Ms Julie Baxter
Manager
McDonalds Family Restaurant
Beenleigh
Email: jbaxter@maccas.com.au
Mob: 0400 666 000
Ph: (07) 0000 0000
Fax: (07) 0000 0000
Kim Romano
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