Key Achievements:

• Assisted in month-end and year-end close processes, reducing reporting cycle time by 30%.

• Identified discrepancies in financial records, resulting in £15,000 / $18,000 in corrections and recoveries.

• Supported reconciliations and financial reporting, saving the finance team over 50 hours per quarter.•

• Implemented standardised reporting templates and processes, improving accuracy and efficiency.

• Contributed to audit preparation and client reporting, enhancing overall compliance and timeliness.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update general ledger, journals, and financial records for internal or client accounts.

• Assist in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing.

• Perform bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, and account reviews.

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Prepare schedules and documentation for audits, management reporting, and statutory filings.

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

• Identify errors or inconsistencies in financial records and escalate as appropriate.

• Support VAT, GST, payroll, and corporate tax submissions under supervision.

• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and regulatory authorities as required.

• Assist senior accountants and managers in financial analysis and reporting.

• Prepare draft reports, reconciliations, and correspondence for review.

• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of financial and compliance tasks.

• Collaborate with audit, tax, and advisory teams on cross-functional engagements.

• Maintain records of fixed assets, prepayments, accruals, and expense allocations.

• Support process improvements and workflow optimisation initiatives within the finance function.

• Apply accounting principles, professional standards, and regulatory requirements in daily tasks.

• Participate in internal training and continuous professional development (CPD).

• Assist in cash flow monitoring, forecasts, and variance analysis.

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

• Provide general administrative and accounting support to the finance team.