Atif Shamim
4th Year Accounting Student
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Motivated 4th year university student with an upcoming Bachelor of Commerce degree majoring in Accountancy. Looking to pursue a career in Forensic Accounting, Auditing or Tax. Strong expertise in customer service skills with over 2 years of on-hand experience in the sales and retail field. Proficient in excel, enthusiastic, ambitious and driven by tasks and challenges. Excellent leadership skills and ability to work well in teams. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Communications Specialist
The Wireless Age
Saskatoon, SK
9 2023 - Current
- Achieved and exceeded sales targets for SaskTel products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service by understanding and addressing individual needs.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of SaskTel's wireless products and promotions.
- Generated over $230,000 in personal sales in 2023-24 through effective communication and upselling skills.
Income Tax Auditor (Co-op)
Canada Revenue Agency
Saskatoon, SK
1 2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in auditing Personal (T1) and Corporate (T2) income tax returns to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.
- Conducted desk reviews of taxpayer documentation and financial records.
- Collaborated with senior auditors to identify potential issues and discrepancies.
- Participated in interviews with taxpayers to gather relevant information.
- Analyzed financial statements and supporting documentation for accuracy.
- Prepared detailed audit reports and documentation in accordance with agency standards.
- Maintained confidentiality and integrity throughout the auditing process.
Sales Associate
Sunglass Hut
Saskatoon, SK
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Generated more than $250,000 in net personal sales and exceeded store annual sales goal of $1,000,000 by 10% in 2022 through strong selling and customer service skills.
- Assisted in weekly inventory counts and semi-annual inventory audits.
- Helped store reach top 3 in "Multiples Sold", top 3 in "Omni and expanded assortment", and top 5 in "sales volume" in the Prairie region.
- Paid attention to detail and offered a personalized and unique shopping experience.
- Awarded title of "Most Fun" by regional manager.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK 01.2022 - Current
Extra-Curricular
Corporate Relations Coordinator at Edwards Business Students' Society[April 2023 - April 2024]
- Served as the CR coordinator on the EBSS. Communicated and maintained relations with our sponsors.
Volunteer at JDC West Competition [January 2023 - February 2023]
- Volunteered on the logistics team at the JDC West Competition held at the University of Saskatchewan.
Virtual Intern at JP Morgan Chase Group [September 2020 - October 2020]
- Analyzed and summarized income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements. Prepared a capitalization table, company industry overview page, deal structured overview page and a 10-year financial model forecast.
Virtual Intern at Citi Bank Asia - Markets and Securities Division [August 2020 - September 2020]
- Led the trading floor morning meeting, analyzed and summarized a financial news article, prepared and presented a trading idea, prepared a hypothetical situation and showed its effect on the stock market.
Accomplishments
- Received three public speaking awards in six MUN conferences including “Best Delegate”.
- Awarded the Certificate of Merit by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and the International Commerce Olympiad.
- Received the “Dream Team” award for Annual Business Competition held at Delhi Private School Dubai.
- Led team to a ‘top 10' finish at the Interschool Business Cup Challenge at Curtin University Dubai.
- Received two gold medals and one bronze medal in athletics and cricket.
Timeline
Sales Associate
Sunglass Hut
04.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Saskatchewan
01.2022 - Current
Communications Specialist
The Wireless Age
9 2023 - Current
Income Tax Auditor (Co-op)
Canada Revenue Agency
1 2024 - 08.2024
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