Professional Practice: Self-Awareness, Strengths and Competencies

This report delves into the critical aspects of self-awareness and its impact on professional development, particularly within the tax profession. It emphasizes the significance of emotional intelligence, empathy, and ego-strength as essential characteristics for career progression. The report outlines a self-awareness exercise, highlighting the importance of personal and professional development, which stems from continuous improvement in emotional intelligence, personal maturity, motivation, continuous training and self-knowledge, collaboration culture, and innovation and change. The report then explores the concept of professionalism, emphasizing self-criticism, self-esteem, and responsibility. It further discusses strengths, such as analytical skills, corporative behavior, and adaptability, and weaknesses in the context of a tax officer's role, providing a SWOT analysis. The report also provides guidance on interview preparation, including highlighting strengths, addressing weaknesses, and demonstrating value to the company. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of personal branding and becoming a professional tax officer of reference.

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Professional Practice preparation
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Self-Awareness Exercise
In determining the career steps to progression, a student will always try to act their best. Passion,
determination, charisma, natural talent and charisma are among the most important ethics for a
tax career graduate in career progression. There are various tests to self-awareness exercise a
predictor of who can be hired in a job matching exercise or activity.
In self-awareness the following steps are used to catapult a career
Experience or character
Findings show that for career progression especially in a service industry, the following three
characteristics are crucial if not important. They include; empathy, ego-strength and ego-
drive.Empathy is putting oneself in another shoes while the drive to win and persevere through
rejection.
The person who forms. Personal and Professional Development (DPP
Emotional Intelligence in Hiring a Tax officer
The work becomes increasingly difficult and complex and its alternative is the Emotional
Intelligence oriented to a greater and better personal and professional development.
This Personal and Professional Development, from now on DPP is not a gratuitous consequence,
that only comes by the passage of time, that is to say, by the mere fact of living and exercising a
profession acquiring experience without influencing the orientation of it.

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My definition of DPP would be: professional development is a direct consequence of personal
development and the consolidation of a broad and complete awareness that is acquired through
the continuous and permanent development of emotional intelligence; this will imply a
permanent interest in overcoming and Improvement in all areas, personal, professional, as
parents, as friends, etc. And ultimately society. In my view, this is the person's greatest
responsibility, and therefore the personal variables, the person's experiences and, above all,
Emotional Intelligence will be impulses or inhibitors of the DPP. Professional development is a
direct consequence of personal development."
Bases of Personal and Professional Development:
Personal maturity: Professional development demands human development. Personal maturity
is considered a vector of training in all ages and professions.
Motivation: The projects that can affect the personal and professional development perceived
from the person are: his life project, his professional project, the improvement of the social
climates of his surroundings, current or future innovation projects and essentially especially the
building of a good state and emotional balance.
Continuous training and self-knowledge: the training of people cannot be based only on
cognitive aspects or behavioral skills (skills for the development of projects, new technologies,
research, teamwork, scientific updating, etc. since they have limited utility subject time and
contexts: times change, people, organizations and situations change), but it is also a question of
affectivity, attitudes, values, self-confident personalities, capable of innovating because they are
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assuming the risk of leaving the roads already known and undertaking new ones. All this has to
do with the sadly unknown emotional competences such as self-knowledge, self-regulation, self-
motivation, openness, assertiveness, empathy and social skills.
Collaboration culture: only if collaboration develops at a personal level, learning to ask for
support and support others can benefit from the company consistency, ie the culture of
collaboration in business will depend on both personal variables and the social climate Of the
organization (Ohlsson and Borg, 2010). The attitude, self-knowledge, willingness to improve,
reflect, with a certain degree of utopia, a basic trust in the people with whom it interacts, a
critical attitude, a democratic and participatory leadership of leadership and a shared vision will
facilitate the much desired collaboration.
Innovation and change: Innovation = applied creativity. The triad creativity - innovation -
change becomes a desirable and inseparable unit. Continuous training and innovation and change
are two sides of the same coin, whose song could be Personal and Professional Development
(continuous training will favor the DPP and this will generate innovation and
change). Everything revolves around training and personal maturity as avenues to achieve the
personal development.
The link between training and development is natural, spontaneous between the person and the
professional that is currently and who could become, from their circumstances. As we have seen,
everything revolves around training and personal maturity as ways to achieve the DPP. Personal
maturity, due to its complexity and importance, needs to be studied more extensively.
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For professionalism, maturity means reflecting on self-criticism, self-esteem, serenity, respect,
responsibility, prudence, level of frustration, life project, forgetfulness, illness, patience,
Between openness to others and poor communication, etc. In times when the formation of the
person lack curricular spaces tending to develop in addition to the intellect the emotional
intelligence of the person that facilitates the path to that personal maturity, we must at least think
and think about solidarity, Humility, consistency, honesty, commitment, emotional regulation,
aggressiveness
Dialogue, anger, the ethical dimension, complaining, the sense of humor, the purpose of our life,
and so on.and above all as harmful of these the egocentrism. .it seems it’s a very good idea what
is considered as a very good exercise to value from 1 to 5 these concepts and previous
characteristics in oneself to evaluate us as far as personal maturity is concerned. "For me,
maturity means reflecting on self-criticism, self-esteem, serenity, respect, responsibility,
prudence, level of frustration, life project, forgetfulness, illness, patience, , Between openness to
others and bad communication, etc. "In conclusion the best gift we can do and do to others is to
teach them personal maturity and also the opposite personal immaturity where most of what is
contained comes from egocentric but Instead, you analyze what manifestations or expressions of
your ego you are letting go about in your life, with or against your children, your partner,
partners, parents, etc.
Greatest Strengths
This are a mixture of skills, competencies and knowledge. they help accelerate a professional
career by impacting usefuleness, competencies and impact on levels of performance. Some
strengths in a tax officer include the following;

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Analytical strengths- a tax officer should be an analytical person who is able to give credible
results in analysis of tax and taxation maters.
Corporative- a tax officer should be corporative with all the relevant offices and athorities that
are directly and indirectly related taxation.
Determined- this one shows zeal and effort that is necessary in building of proper tax regimes.
Goal oriented and ability to lead- a tax officer should be goal oriented and should have the ability
to lead.
Adaptable- a good tax officer should be adaptable to any environment that seems to be of any
importance to the tax environment.
Creative, consentious and caring- this is about the humanity side of any person not necessarily
the tax officer inorder to keep good relationships with other people.
You can come to see or differentiate between an egocentric or immature life based on a reduced,
selective and restricted generosity, a reduced awareness, a partial knowledge of yourself,
immature reflection for little or nothing of self-criticism therefore not true, etc . and a rich and
full life, which on the contrary is based on a great generosity and love, interest in improving and
effort to rectify to live and help better, therefore greater complexity of consciousness that
generates capacity for transformation to a better person and a better investigation of our ego or
being limiting with the subsequent annihilation of it through self-criticism, self-analysis, self-
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We want to find a new way of living together allow us to feel comfortable with ourselves and
help people to accept them as they are. We want to find a way to live without guilt or
recrimination. We want to find a way to sensitize our emotions. We want to find a way to
express our anger and anger without hurting anyone. In short, we want to break the cycle of
superfluous conversations that have been passed on to us and offer our children a different
legacy: a way of communicating that they can use the rest of their lives with their friends,
colleagues, parents, day with their children.
If you had to evaluate the last interviews you had, how would you rate yourself? Do you feel that
you have made your strengths clear? Did he make it clear that he was interested in the position?
Did you define how you could add value to the company? Were you nervous? Was he satisfied?
What information did you give the interviewer to put together your report and believe that you
are the right candidate? Did you comment on your expectation? Would you do something
different if you get the chance to be interviewed again?
Competencies in the Profession
The exercise of rethinking your performance in the tax professional job will help improve and be
more prepared for the next time. For this preparation it is important that you know and be clear
about your strengths and weaknesses at the moment of making your profile known, that is why
the purpose of this article is to provide you with information on that topic.
What are strengths? They are those labor competencies that we consider well developed, through
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new labor challenges.
The weaknesses in any career and in a professional set up are? These are those labor
competencies that cost us more and which we must work to improve day by day, avoiding that
we hinder the path of professional growth.
What are competencies in a job position? The set of knowledge, skills and abilities required to
successfully carry out the position. They express the knowledge, the doing and the know-how of
the position.
How to define them?
There is a well-known practical tool known as SWOT. It is a matrix that helps us evaluate
Strengths, Opportunities, Weaknesses and Threats. As mentioned above the strengths and
weaknesses make the profile you have; and the opportunities and threats would correspond to the
labor market, in relation to the position you are applying.
Interviews in Tax
Below you will see a simple example that will help you identify how you can put together your
own box according to the search you are participating in. You must make sure you demonstrate
your strengths, tell your accomplishments and what qualifies you as a good candidate.
Remember that nobody will do it in its place and is the way to not go unnoticed and thus succeed
in the interview. Only you can generate interest in your profile and get the change you are
looking for. But this requires that you mention that interest in the interviews, that you be honest,

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humble and demonstrate what you are capable of achieving.
Analyzing this simple example, we have a lot of content to be presented in an interview. For
example. If you know that the position has contact with the outside, you must mention that one
of its strengths is the command of the English language. On the other hand, if you know that the
industry is inserted in a changing market, you can mention that you have a quick adaptation to
the changes (it is good to comment on some example where you have applied this competition in
the past) (Searle, Human and Mogotlane, 2009). You should also disclose your weaknesses, eg.
However, you may comment that, as you acknowledge that weakness, you will work on it and do
not consider this an inconvenience to lead the team in charge. You can also comment on how
you handle this weakness in your current job.
To open the imagination and profile, share some of the many competencies that are evaluated in
the market: interpersonal relationships, effective communication, orientation to results, active
listening, analytical skills, decision making, planning, execution management , Process
management and improvement, strategic thinking, financial knowledge, handling of conflict
situations, negotiation, inspire trust, demonstrate adaptability, etc.
Most of the tips mentioned above help us to develop what in the market they call "Personal
Branding", which means positioning, not selling. It is about becoming a professional tax officer
of reference, to occupy a preferential place in the minds of others. That is what we must achieve.

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Informational Interview
The following information is gives details about the interview, place time and the questions
asked.
Time: 9:00 A.M
Place: Melbourne, Australia
Organization: William Hughes and Associates
Interviewee: Francis Hopkins
List of Questions Asked
We got the opportunity to ask some few questions to the interviewee( Fancis Hopkins) so as to
know the suitability of the candidate for the position.
Question 1: What are your strengths
Answer: the interviewee spoke of the experience that he had acquired in his various roles
working in different firms. The experience would help him tackle all the challemges that the
position would present. He also noted that he has leadership skills that would be a great asset to
the company.
Question 2: Tell us about yourself?
Answer: The interviewee took us through his qualifications in academics, he has a bachelors
degree in Tax and Finance matters from the university of Melbourne coupled with some
certifications in tax management. He also gave a comprehensive answer on the various tasks that

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he has been doing through out his professional life and the roles and responsibilities of each
position that he has ever held.
Question 3: Why should we hire you?
Answer: The interviewee gave a very convincing answer to this question. He told us that the
requirements of the position advertised perfectly fits the skills that he possesses. He answered
that in his three years experience, he has acquired extensive knowledge and hands on experience
in managing tax matters of a company, these skills include tax management skills,accounting
skills, reporting skills, and also he has good interpersonal skills and leadership skills.
Question4:How do you handle pressure?
Answer: the interviewee answered that he performs extremely well while in an environment that
is challenging and has a lot of pressure. He said that in the departments that he was heading , the
workload was a lot and it was an extrreemly busy department, hence he has been accustomed in
working under pressure.
How career choice is consistent with identified skills
My career choice is a tax consultant this is because the knowledge of Accounting and Tax
Management are extremely necessary in everyday life. The correct management of the resources
and income of a family, entrepreneurship or organization allow a better execution of their tasks,
making the achievement of the stated objectives is facilitated.
In the professional field, this knowledge are highly valued. All companies, regardless of their
size, nationality, type or sector, want to know how to correctly invest their assets, to obtain a

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higher profit margin. The organization of resources implies knowledge of the financial world,
taxes, budgets and investments; Fundamental knowledge for all types of entrepreneurship.
For my career, one of my main tasks is the accumulation of different accounting data, financial
and market aspects. Processing that data, is that they manage to make their reports and analysis
and then issue their recommendations. That is why its I must develop a global vision of the
aspects they consider, in order to appreciate the whole picture without losing sight of the
interests of the company or organization for which I work.
It is because of their varied knowledge that these professionals are highly sought after and valued
within the market. For this reason, they can fulfill their tasks in virtually any type of company or
sector. In banking, logistics, human resources, marketing, marketing, administration, or in the
coordination of some of these areas: Accounting and Tax Management professionals can perform
different tasks. At present, the investment, cost analysis or risk sectors are the ones that most
demand this kind of professionals.
Compensation is usually high in this sector, which also allows the development of leadership
skills and managerial positions. The language of finance is universal, therefore the borders fade
for these professionals, who can carry out their tasks both nationally and internationally.
in an increasingly competitive environment, it is no longer enough to have an almost impeccable
CV, which is attractive to companies. Now the recruiters begin to look at other skills, beyond the
career you studied and the school from which you graduated. HR managers have always talked
about their experience recruiting staff for various companies. What companies are looking for

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today is professional people, beyond the experience they may have. It is important to show that
you are a proactive person, with a very good attitude and willingness to learn.
These are the skills that are consistent with my career.
Leadership
Leadership is a highly valued skill, sometimes it is difficult to find people who are capable of
making decisions to take the reins of a job or project. It's not just about following orders from
superiors, we also like people to take the lead and have a sense of responsibility. This is because
I hold leadership skills that are crucial in leading a team of tax consultants who can work
effectively and produce the desired in a tax career.
Teamwork
Although there are professions in which teamwork is almost not required, there is always a time
when you should join with other members to carry out tasks. Being a team player I know that
this value is important for a person who wants to pursue a career in tax. It's a highly valued
quality because it says a lot about how a person can lean on others to get the job done. It's not
about solving everything yourself, but about sharing responsibilities.
Tolerance to frustration
Inevitably, there is always a moment when the workload can accumulate, where your bosses
demand more of you and perhaps you reach the limit of what you think you can do; In this type
of scenario there are always two options: "throw the towel or concentrate to get the job despite
the difficulties". Thus, I have come to appreciate my tolerance to frustration is vital in this career.

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Many people lack the ability to be tolerant of frustration, but it is something that can be acquired
with work experiences.
Initiative
When you are new to a company, it is valid that it takes you some weeks to keep pace with the
work and understand the dynamics that develops between bosses and colleagues; But there
comes a time when it is important to show that you have initiative: "A person who is always
waiting to be told what to do is a type of profile that is not interesting for posts where important
decisions are made every day. And if you want to grow professionally, you must show that you
are a person who wants to learn and who has the initiative to approach others to ask for help,
hence my initiative is important because this career needs a person who is very initiative.
Creativity
Being creative does not mean that you have studied a career focused on creative areas; It is more
about showing that you are a person capable of innovating so that when a problem arises, you
can turn it around and find a solution. In tax matters one needs to be creative in handling your
duties hence creativity will be vital for us.
Confidence in yourself
"It is important that you have confidence in yourself, without becoming arrogant, because there
is a thin line that separates it. You can show yourself as a confident person and also have the
conviction that you can develop the tasks required by the position for which you apply: If during
an interview you hesitate when asked if you see yourself in the position, it is very likely The HR

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person will discard you as a candidate. Most of the clients that need advice will want a confident
person who can assure them that they are being given the correct advice.
Communication capacity
An attribute highly valued by the employers, since it is sought that the candidate can develop a
good communication with his co-workers,clients and with the bosses. To a large extent,
problems in business are caused by communication failures.This has to do with the ability to
listen, to understand what is asked of you and to follow the indications; If any doubt arises you
should feel the confidence of approaching your boss to corroborate the information. Good
communication makes the job better. This is one of my strong attributes and hence I am aware
that having the capacity to communicate will go along way in propelling my career forward.
Integrity
Demonstrate that you are a reliable person and that you are not interested in intruding on gossip
within the company. One of the most difficult tasks as a recruiter is to find candidates who show
integrity and honesty; without a doubt, highly valued qualities for employers. Integrity, is one of
the most important attributes that a professional in this line of work should have.
Commitment and dedication
Being part of a company or a project is not about fulfilling only the job to receive a salary, but to
commit and fulfill. It's important not only to do your job, but to show that you have the
commitment and dedication to do it. That is what differentiates a person who only meets an
entrepreneur who can go far, "argues our interviewee.

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Ready for challenges
The comfort zone is a safe place, but at the same time causes stagnation. When I have recruited
staff, I am interested in the profiles they show. Do not be afraid of the challenges and they are
willing to take any challenge. That shows that the person wants to grow professionally. Speaking
English will be useful, but if you also have knowledge of some other language, do not hesitate to
highlight it, even though you are just taking a course and you only have one level basic. A person
who shows interest in learning several languages is an attractive profile for recruiters.
Career planning reflections.
After conducing research and collecting information on the tax profession role, I was fascinated
by the fact that this career line has a lot to offer in terms of all round knowledge in matters
finance and how to manage a company’s tax. And I was surprised by the informationa that I was
getting aboutthis profession, it definitely requires one to have a lot of knowledge on tax laws and
other policies concerning taxation. The manner in which the interviewee was answering
questions evoked my curiosity of the profession. The advantage is I have some skills that would
suit the occupation such as knowledge in finance matters and the passion that I have for this
profession.
In planning a Career in tax , one should know that the bases for developing the professional
profile of the tax profession are determined by:
1- Knowledge
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3- Skills.
Knowledge:
Academic training is determinant for their participation in economic and social development, this
allows them to have knowledge of moral responsibilities, theoretical concepts and technical
bases for the presentation and analysis of information that is required by different users.
Within his academic knowledge the Tax professional are supposed to know the following: Tax,
Auditing, Taxes, Budgets, IFRS, Finance, etc. He must also possess creative skills and attitudes,
broad knowledge of the economic environment, as well as analyzing the legal and professional
responsibilities he will assume when hired by a natural or legal person.
Attitudes and Skills.
Given the current economic, political and social environment, there must be awareness of the
free market system, industrial restructuring, privatization and other important changes that are
taking place, in
The public tax professional must play an important role in this whole process, either as a
dependent or independent tax professional, therefore he must reinforce his knowledge, as well as
acquire attitudes and Abilities according to reality. The tax professional must observe the
following attitudes and abilities: Ability to make reasoned and informed decisions Responsibility
High social interest Capacity of systematizing the tax process Maneuvering of figures and
symbols in financial and audit areas, among others.

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Action plan.
The field of action can be analyzed from different points of view. One that seems appropriate is
to do so considering the position that the tax professional has in exercising his or her work.
According to this base it is possible to find it acting both from inside and outside the company.
In the latter case it is possible to differentiate the professional who is part of a firm of
independent auditors from the one that exercises on a dependent basis. The tax professional
should be a specialist in financial and tax information as well as in control; Capable of
performing in various fields, from which would break down a series of areas where it could
work. The main fields of action that the tax professional can explore and look for in a specialty
are:
Field of action in the company in the aspect of Tax, Organization and implementation of tax
systems, Organization and implementation of cost systems, Design and implementation of
internal control systems. In some of these fields, there are highly identified areas, such as: Public
tax professionals must be Multifaceted to perform other functions, according to the needs of
companies. In that sense, the Academic Tax professional is equipped with the necessary
knowledge to provide services to companies for profit or non-profit and even Public
Administration.The following is my strategy to
Priority Task Strategy Timeline Commitment

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1) Acquiring more
knowledge on
tax
I will have to
improve on my
knowledge on
taxation
Enrolling for a tax
diploma
1-2years Time/Money
2)
Interpersonal and
leadership skills
Improve on
leadership and
interpersonal skills
Get a mentor who
has great l;eadership
skills and make a lot
of frieds in my
profession
2-5
years
Time
3)
Knowledge on current
affairs
Improve my
knowledge on
current affairs in
politics and
business world
Be on the know by
watching news and
reading newspapers
- Time

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selection criteria
the job selection process starts with the job advertisement which is shown below, then the
application process where candidates express their interest in the job by sending their CVs.
One of the main areas in the selection process is to define the job profile and in this case it is a
tax officer. When a company has a vacancy it starts a process of selection of personnel to find a

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candidate that suits your requirements.The processes of selection of personnel are slow processes
due to the importance of finding the worker that fulfills the profile that the company seeks.
These processes go through a series of stages of staff selection processes that slows down the
final selection. When it comes to being chosen to take up a job one should keep in mind that
companies take into account a number of criteria of the process of selection of personnel to know
if you are the ideal candidate or not.
To overcome the selection processes, it is essential to prepare the possible tests and the most
frequent questions in a job interview. More than what you are in the curriculum, companies will
value what you are able to convey in person.
What criteria are taken into account in the selection process?
Knowing what criteria are taken into account in the selection process will help you prepare the
job interview and have a greater guarantee of success. This is a series of criteria to take into
account a process of selection of personnel.
Academic and professional information. The studies, experience, knowledge of languages can be
decisive in a selection process. Then there is an oral interview after ones CV has been selected
from a pool of other candidates CV’s. This is to check on of the potential candidate Sanity. You
must find an intermediate point between your personal and professional life when facing a
process of selection of personnel. Companies are not looking for a person who only focuses on
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Aptitudes. Interviewers will look at your communication skills and your character. Recruiters
want to see if you are fit to work as a team, face to the public. Each company will look for a
thing depending on the position they offer.
Attitude. It is one of the criteria of the process of selection of personnel more important. Here
one must demonstrate to the recruiters what your motivation, your way of working, how you
face situations of pressure.
Non-verbal communication.. One of the criteria of the process of selection is to see how one
behaves when they do not speak and what them to transmit: gestures, postures . After a candidate
is successful in the interview process then they are selected.

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Cover Letter
Francis Hopkins
W / Tambourine, # 12
28055 Sydney
Mr. Alfonso Gómez
Managing Director CCP Bank
Banking CCP Australia
With buses 4, 6th floor
28080 Sydney
August 28, 2017
Dear Mr. Gómez,
RE:APPLICATION FOR A TAX OFFICER POSITION
I hereby take this opportunity to apply for a role in your highly esteemed organization in the field
of Taxation and finance or in any position where granted chance I can show my ability and
power to deliver services needed.
I am a trained tax analyst and a certified public accountant, peer educator, possesses a degree in
commerce (Taxation) and I’m computer literate.

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I possess leadership and team work qualities which I acquired from the university and in my
previous work organizations. Moreover I actively participated in club activities such as
organizing public talks educational visits and volunteer clean ups.
I will work towards achieving your goals and expectations should I be given an opportunity to
work in the organization.
I will highly appreciate any consideration given to me.
Herewith is a copy of my curriculum vitae.
You can contact me through my mobile [phone]). From 21:00 h. I hope to hear from you
soon about my candidacy and the possibilities of working at your bank through a personal
interview.
I am at your disposal, waiting for your news.
A cordial greeting
FDO .: Francis Hopkins

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Curriculum Vitae
Francis Hopkins
P.O Box W / Tambourine, # 12
28055 Sydney
TELEPHONE NO: +(641 111 111)EMAIL: FRANCIS HOPKINS
@GMAIL.COM
Personal Profile
I am a highly dedicated professional with aspiring progressive career in account and finance,
with 3 years of experience having worked in different organizations in different positions,
having an ability to generate and implement effective auditing procedures and also to
evaluate accounting systems for efficiency. Having a successful track record of checking
companies tax records, bookkeeping and accounting methods to identify efficiency
improvements that maximize assignments profitability. I am also a self-driven, ambitious,
innovative, analytical, a fast learner, and pride myself as a true team player with good
interpersonal skills. I have also acquired relevant experience, having worked in different
projects. I desire to work in a highly competitive and dynamic organization specializing in
providing quality standard to enable me gain exposure in shaping me to face current needs.
Education
July 2010 - Dec 2013 CPA Finalist
Melbourne University
Sep 2009 - Dec 2013
Bachelor of Tax and Finance
Attained: Second Class Honors Upper Division
Melbourne University
2003 - 2007 Melbourne High School
Skills
 Tax Competency: Ability to evaluate and provide reasonable tax assurance
that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as
intended and will enable the organization’s objectives and goals to be met.
 Tax Skill: Measuring tax risks and then developing and implementing
strategies to minimize that risk. Advising on the tax implications and
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 Accounting Skills: Knowledge of IFRS and bookkeeping terminology and
practices; Ability to understand and apply current accounting guidelines,
system updates and revisions, and policy changes.
 Problem Solving and Decision Making: Ability to analyze and define a
problem, evaluate alternatives, find a solution; and understand how and
when to make a choice.
 Reporting Skills: Ability to write research summaries and reports in
compliance with organizations and other requirements.
 Interpersonal and Communication Skills: I am able to build an
understanding of the client needs and concerns, and express these to
other members of my team.
 Tax Planning and Organizing: Refined planning and organizational skills
that balance work, team support and ad-hoc responsibilities in a timely and
professional manner.
 ICT Competence: Good command of Microsoft Office tools, QuickBooks,
Pastel , Systematic, Tally, word processing, data handling and processing,
presentation, operating systems, accounting systems and internet.
Work Experience
April 2015 to date Pave way Australia Ltd
Position: Tax Controller
Reporting to: Tax Director
Responsibilities:
 Tax and Cost Management
 Advise management on tax position of the company and tax obligations.
 Preparation of Management reports and tax statements.
 Follow on tax compliance
 Track petty tax and tax usage
 Stock accounting and tracking
 Filing taxes-preparation and approval of, VAT and WT payments.
 Preparation of LPO’s.
 Payables- Suppliers of construction materials, fuel, salaries, payment of
casuals at sites.
 Workingtogether with external auditor.
 Receivables- calculation of Quarry sales, Subcontracts and raising IPC’s.
 Check on all accounting activities as per standard operating policies and
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 Ensure proper entry and filing of accounting documents.
January 2014 to
March 2015 BHP Billiton
Position: TAX Associate
Reporting to:Tax Manager
Responsibilities:
 Preparation of daily and monthly tax position and disseminate information
to the management.
 Facilitating and coordinating the work of external auditor
 Preparation of monthly reports and Budgeting
 Preparation of management report and presenting to the executive
committee.
 Overall office administration.
 Developing, maintaining and keeping custody of all finance and accounting
documents..
 Project tax costing and budgeting.
 Vouching, & validating invoices for accuracy, completeness &
authorization of all accounting documents.
 Reconciliation of creditors’ statements to the suppliers tax accounts.
 Accounting for Vat, income tax and other statutory deductions.
Referees
Carol Jenkinson
Tax and Administration manager, Plenser Ltd
Telephone no: [phone]
Email : [e-mail]

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References
Ohlsson, H. and Borg, H. (2010). Career development. New York: Nova Science Publishers.
Searle, C., Human, S. and Mogotlane, S. (2009). Professional practice. Johannesburg, South
Africa: Heinemann.