Key Achievements:

• Assisted in month-end and year-end accounting processes, improving accuracy and reducing completion time by 25%.

• Supported preparation of financial statements and reconciliations, contributing to the recovery of £10,000 / $12,000 in discrepancies.

• Contributed to VAT, payroll, and corporate tax submissions, ensuring compliance with UK HMRC and US IRS regulations.

• Implemented standardised reporting templates that saved the finance team over 40 hours per quarter.

• Assisted in audit preparation and client reporting, improving efficiency and client satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP / IFRS and US GAAP.

• Maintain and update ledgers, journals, and financial records for clients or internal accounts.

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Perform bank, intercompany, and reconciliation procedures.

• Support VAT, GST, payroll, and corporation tax filings under supervision.

• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for audits, tax, and management reporting.

• Review accounting data to identify errors, inconsistencies, and potential compliance issues.

• Liaise with clients, finance teams, and regulatory authorities as directed.

• Apply knowledge of accounting standards, principles, and regulations to day-to-day tasks.

• Participate in audit preparation and client file reviews.

• Assist in process improvement initiatives, workflow optimisation, and reporting efficiency.

• Support senior accountants with client advisory projects and analysis.

• Prepare draft reports, correspondence, and presentations under supervision.

• Track deadlines for accounting and compliance submissions, ensuring timely delivery.

• Assist in payroll processing and employee expense reconciliations.

• Collaborate with audit, tax, and advisory teams on client engagements.

• Ensure professional, ethical, and regulatory standards are maintained in all work.

• Support continuous professional development (CPD) and on-the-job learning.

• Assist in preparing financial and operational reports for management and clients.

• Provide general administrative and accounting support to the finance or client service teams.