Key Achievements:

Streamlined month-end and year-end reporting processes, reducing closing time by 30%.

Identified accounting discrepancies, recovering £50,000 / $60,000 in misposted transactions.

Implemented process improvements in reconciliations and reporting, saving 15+ hours per month.

Assisted in preparing budgets and forecasts, contributing to more accurate financial planning.

Enhanced reporting for senior management, improving decision-making and business insight.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare and review corporate financial statements under UK GAAP, IFRS, or US GAAP.

Manage the general ledger, reconciling accounts, and investigating discrepancies.

Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for corporate accounts.

Prepare management reports and dashboards to support senior leadership decision-making.

Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal financial reporting requirements.

Monitor corporate expenses, accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.

Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.

Implement internal controls and process improvements to enhance accounting accuracy.

Liaise with finance, operations, and other departments to gather relevant financial information.

Prepare and submit statutory filings, including VAT, payroll, and corporate tax requirements.

Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

Support month-end and year-end close activities and reconciliations.

Maintain fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and asset reconciliations.

Mentor and support junior accountants and finance staff.

Assist in cash flow management and treasury activities for the corporate entity.

Participate in continuous professional development (CPD) and technical training.

Provide ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis for management as required.

Maintain accurate records and documentation for all corporate accounting transactions.

Ensure confidentiality, professional ethics, and integrity in all accounting activities.

Contribute to process improvement initiatives across the finance function.