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    "Selected work includes product cost model, manufacturing variance review and cost planning framework. These examples explain the original problem, individual contribution, deliverables, review approach and remaining limitations rather than relying on unsupported headline claims.",
    "Prepared for experienced cost accountant opportunities requiring dependable delivery, thoughtful professional judgement and collaboration. The qualification narrative includes Cost accountancy qualification - fictional record. Every named organisation and outcome in this record is fictional; professional eligibility is not independently established."
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    "permission_note": "Use for templates, product demonstrations and test data only. Replace fictional claims and remove the demo label only after approval of real candidate information.",
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