ACA Qualified
About Candidate
Education/Qualification
- ACA Qualified
- 2020 Manchester Metropolitan University – BSc Accounting and Finance
- London Markets Level 1 and 2 Qualifications (Insurance Specialism)
Systems used
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Pivot Tables
- LookUps
- Xero
- Sage
- Power BI
Career Summary
Current Employer – Accountants
Position – Senior Audit Associate
Dates – November 2021 – Present
- Led audit planning, execution, and completion for clients in various sectors ensuring compliance with regulators and reporting standards (UK GAAP & IFRS).
- Developed and implemented tailored audit procedures based on risk and internal control assessments, substantially improving efficiency and reducing review time.
- Documented internal controls and system walkthroughs to a high-quality, ensuring internal control compliance with policies and identify operational risk.
- Partnered and built trusted relationships with senior finance executives during audits to validate supporting records (for statutory financial statement), identify errors and ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulators and internal controls. Led audit progress meetings with the client.
- Managed audit sprints, audit timelines, and client office visits; consistently delivered all audits within agreed deadlines.
- Trained and mentored 3+ junior team members, improving audit quality and team performance.
- Achieved London Markets Level 1 and 2 qualifications, demonstrating advanced understanding of insurance sector risks.
- Strong Datasnipper (audit software) and CCH experience.
Previous Employer – Sourcing, Developing and Resourcing Company
Position – Accounts Payable Clerk
Dates – August 2021 – November 2021
- Processed high-volume invoices, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial data.
- Collaborated with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and support effective reporting.
- Maintained accurate records to assist financial reporting and compliance