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Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
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Patrick Rechichi

Current Finance Student At U.W.A
Scarborough,WA

Summary

A Commerce student from Denmark, regional Western Australia, who has relocated to Perth to pursue a career in finance. On track to graduate in July, 2025 as a Finance Major. Motivated by a desire to work in financial planning and wealth management, building lasting relationships with clients.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Hand / Operator

Yendinnup Farms
11.2022 - 01.2025
  • Working over university summer break period for 3 consecutive years, received yearly pay rises
  • Solely responsible for potentially fatal, high-risk tasks around the farm
  • Operated a Header ($1.5m dollar asset) with precision, where any operational error could result in extensive harvest delays and financial loss for the farm
  • Sound understanding of the software and controls required to operate the Header and achieve most efficient harvesting: high yield and cleanliness of sample
  • Showed flexibility in small team of 6 with interchangeable roles
  • Carried out routine daily pre-start servicing of both headers and tractors
  • Repaired break downs on a variety of equipment, utilising a variety of hand and power tools. Assisting mechanics with more technical repairs.
  • All aspects of farm work, e.g sheep and fencing

Kitchen Hand

Pepper And Salt
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Collaborated effectively in a high-pressure, team-oriented environment at one of TripAdvisor’s top-ranked fine dining restaurants in Australia, demonstrating strong communication and coordination skills
  • Strict management and monitoring of stock to optimise output, reduce waste, and support profitability
  • Maintained attention to detail and consistency across processes, ensuring quality control and maintaining business's reputation
  • Adapted standard procedures to accommodate changing requirements (e.g., dietary restrictions) while maintaining quality outcomes

Console Operator

Caltex
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Operating a complex till with multiple functions, performing complex processes quickly such as EFTPOS refunds, safe dropping funds and cash flow summary at the end of the shift
  • Manager of shifts, responsible for overseeing other staff and close of site as young as age 16
  • Dealing with a variety of customers (often aggressive) and varying requests, as well as a large roster of staff
  • Checking fuel and gas levels on the site each day and logging the results
  • Handling of hazardous substances such as fuel, responsible for knowledge, adherence, and assistance with emergency procedures regarding hazardous substances
  • Orientation of new staff

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Western Australia
07-2025

ATAR -

Denmark High School
2019

Denmark Primary School
2014

Skills

  • Fast learner, able to learn by both demonstration and instruction
  • Great problem-solving ability, able to identify solutions quickly when under pressure
  • Sound team member Enjoy working within a team to achieve goals
  • Flexible, able to adapt to meet the needs of any given scenario
  • Mathematically minded, sound understanding of most math concepts
  • Sound written and oral communication skills, able to adjust interpersonal style to work effectively with diverse personalities and teams
  • Sound computer skills in Microsoft Office Specifically Excel and Word

Interests


- Surfing

- Investing

- Cars



Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

Developed a strong foundation in corporate finance, investment analysis, and risk management, with exposure to real-world financial issues such as multinational business exposures, capital structure and financial crises. Gained skills in critical thinking, problem solving, ethical practice, leadership, communication, and research through practical learning, case-based coursework, and both individual and group projects. 


Received distinctions in units:

  • Financial Planning
  • Corporate Financial Policy
  • Economic and Business Statistics
  • Business Analysis and Valuation
  • Macroeconomics

Timeline

Farm Hand / Operator

Yendinnup Farms
11.2022 - 01.2025

Kitchen Hand

Pepper And Salt
01.2020 - 01.2022

Console Operator

Caltex
01.2017 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Western Australia

ATAR -

Denmark High School

Denmark Primary School
Patrick RechichiCurrent Finance Student At U.W.A