Nicholas Allan
Merivale,Christchurch
Summary
NZ Army Officer with real-time experience in leadership roles. Frequent exposure to situations requiring critical thinking and decision-making. Strong work ethic, and ability to be flexible. Proven ability to learn fast and adapt. Background in accounting gives me an understanding of financial markets. Searching for an advisory role in the investment banking or finance sector.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
NZ Army Officer
NZ Army
New Zealand
2021.01 - 2026.02
- Throughout my army career, I held various command roles and appointments. The number of people I was in command of varied from 5 to 150, depending on the role and what the task was. I performed these roles in New Zealand and overseas.
- One of my main roles as a commissioned officer was to facilitate my subordinates' ability to meet their outcomes and lead them throughout the task.
- Planned and coordinated military operations, ensuring the efficient use of personnel, equipment, and resources, sometimes up to 18 months in advance.
- Mentored junior officers, fostering leadership skills and professional development.
- Facilitated communication between units, promoting collaboration and information sharing.
- Evaluated performance of personnel under my command, providing feedback as needed.
- Conducted briefings and prepared reports on mission status, accomplishments and future plans.
- Coordinated logistics for deployment, ensuring timely equipment and personnel movement.
Accountant
Computer Concepts Limited
Christchurch , New Zealand
2018.11 - 2020.11
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.
- Prepared financial statements and reports for management review.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ2020-06
Law
University of Otago
Dunedin, NZSkills
- Critical thinking
- Leadership and personnel management
- Strategic planning
- Sound mind and collected in pressured environments
- Resource and financial management
- Flexibility
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
Affiliations
The Outdoors - I feel privileged to come from and have grown up in New Zealand with access to beautiful terrain for skiing, trail running, hiking, mountain biking, and golf.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NZ Army Officer
NZ Army
2021.01 - 2026.02
Accountant
Computer Concepts Limited
2018.11 - 2020.11
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Canterbury
Law
University of Otago