Part Qualified Management Accountant

Education/Qualification

• BPP University – ACCA – 4 papers to sit
• Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business, Awarded June 2016.
• BSC applied Accounting (Oxford Brooks University
• B.A in Political Sciences and Journalism

Systems used

• Microsoft Word and Excel – Intermediate
• Brightpay / Moneysoft
• Quickbooks
• Xero
• SAP

Key Skills

• Fluent Urdu
• Fluent Punjabi
• Fluent Kashmiri
• Fluent Arabic

Career Summary

Most Recent Employer – Ground Stabilization and Soil Reinforcement Solutions

Position -Assistant Management Accountant (rolling Contract)

Dates – July 2024 – June 2025

• Assisted Finance Manager in the preparation of full monthly management accounts
• Posted monthly journals in Sage 50, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation adjustments
• Maintained Fixed Asset Register and preparing monthly depreciation schedules in accordance with both UK GAAP and IFRS accounting standards
• Calculated and reviewed fixed asset depreciation monthly basis, ensuring alignment with statutory and group reporting. Performing detailed balance sheet reconciliations and preparing supporting schedules for audit
• Completed bank reconciliations, control account analysis, and wages journal postings
• Supported quarterly group submissions (IFRS) and annual statutory accounts preparation (FRS102)
• Reconciled asset-based lending accounts and producing weekly stock and cash reports
• Ad-hoc financial responsibilities and project work as needed.
• Fixed Asset Reconciliation and preparation physical Fixed Asst Audit report, Preparing and submitting weekly stock reports
• Assisting Senior Financial Manager in Preparation of statutory accounts for Audit purposes
• Reconciled asset-based lending accounts
• Prepared reconciled, and submitted VAT accounts

Previous Employer – Accountant

Position -Assistant Management Accountant 

Dates – January 2021 – July 2024

• Maintained bookkeeping for the preparation of final management accounts
• Prepared and submitted VAT returns, ensuring adherence to tax regulations
• Advised clients on VAT compliance, providing insights on tax-related matters
• Managed VAT submissions and compliance for 15–20 clients
• Addressed HMRC-related tax return queries and processed refunds
• Responded to vendor inquiries and completed bank reconciliations
• Prepared month-end accounts and updated purchase order records
• Contributed to monthly management reports at both local and company-wide levels, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports
• Collaborated with the Financial Accountant to prepare accurate monthly management accounts with financial commentary
• Reconciled multiple bank accounts, ensuring trial balances were accurate for final accounts preparation
• Managed and submitted VAT returns for small to medium-sized businesses
• Processed payroll for clients and outsourced companies, overseeing payroll for over 150 employees monthly
• Issued payslips and handled payroll-related communications, including liaising with HMRC on RTI, employee deductions, and payments.
• Managed pension auto-enrolment and addressed related inquiries

Previous Employer – Company

Position – Account payable Analyst

Dates – July 2020 – December 2021

• Evaluating processes and recommending improvements
• Handling A/P invoice processing
• Processing invoices for fixed assets
• Managing inter-company invoicing
• Bookkeeping for the preparation of final management accounts
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns, and advising clients on VAT compliance and implications
• Responding to vendor inquiries
• Performing bank reconciliations and preparing month-end accounts
• Updating purchase order records
• Conducting general ledger account analysis
• Processing weekly expense and vendor payments
• Participating in A/P project work and completing other ad hoc reporting and administrative tasks as needed
• Managing weekly payment runs and reconciling multi-currency accounts
• Coordinating with Bank of America for payment inquiries and client banking setups
• Processing payments to subcontractors via wire transfers and other payment methods

Previous Employer – Medical Research & Development

Position – Account Assistant

Dates – June 2019 – June 2020  

• Managing the full accounts payable cycle
• Reviewing invoices for approval via email and entering data paperless using workflows, accounting platforms, and dual monitors
• Handling all month-end activities, including accruals and bank reconciliations
• Verifying invoices for various services and resolving any discrepancies
• Printing, preparing, and recording received checks
• Compiling and generating monthly financial reports based on account conditions
• Issuing payments to vendor and customer accounts
• Conducting wire transfers, ACH transactions, and preparing bank deposits

Previous Employer – British Construction Company

Position – Account Payable Administrator

Dates – August 2016 – June 2019

• Creating, maintaining, and updating supplier accounts through master data management to ensure accurate and up-to-date records
• Addressing supplier issues related to invoices and collaborating with Group Procurement to manage and resolve Purchase Order discrepancies efficiently
• Overseeing the management of inquiries and communications between suppliers, the Finance Shared Service Centre (FSSC), internal business units, and Group Procurement to ensure smooth operations and issue resolution
• Handling internal queries with a focus on timely resolution, especially regarding debit balances, ensuring these are cleared promptly to maintain accurate account records
• Ensuring all supplier correspondence is addressed in a timely manner, with escalation procedures followed as necessary to keep files updated and issues transparent
• Reconciling supplier statements regularly, addressing any discrepancies directly or escalating complex issues to avoid delays in processing
• Actively managing invoice approval and Goods Received Note (GRN) processes, working with approvers to track and clear the invoice register and reduce bottlenecks
• Promoting and facilitating the use of the supplier self-service portal, guiding suppliers in accessing the portal for improved self-management and real-time updates
• Using Oracle for efficient processing of supplier invoices, ensuring timely entry and accuracy to maintain streamlined accounts payable operations
• Processing a high volume of invoices with accuracy and efficiency, maintaining productivity standards to meet the demands of large-scale operations
• Generating remittance advice for suppliers for all payments, providing transparent and accurate records for financial transactions

Previous Employer – British Energy Company

Position – Finance Assistant

Dates – January 2014 – July 2016

• Ensured the smooth running of the job closure (financially complete) routine, running appropriate reports to aid in the management of WIP.
• Data Entry
• Being the first point of contact for all relevant inquiries.
• Maintained strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Work out VAT payments.
• Responsible for accurate input of all timesheets, expenses, overtime claims, suppliers’ worksheets and mileage returns are appropriate job costing, in accordance with monthly timetables.
• Weekly allocation of purchase card returns.
• Provided dedicated support and hence develop strong relationships with designated clients to improve contract performance.
• Ensured that all relevant contract information is accurate and up to date e.g. labour costing data
• Assisted the Team Leader with month-end reports and ad hoc information.
• Maintained WIP levels on contracts to assist in proactive invoicing procedures.
• Maximize margins and ensure all costs are captured and passed on through invoicing.
• Timely production of sales invoicing for reactive and contract billing
• Management of the contract information held within the financial database.
• Timely production of invoicing and or applications
• Resolve invoice queries in conjunction with the relevant Contract Manager to ensure debt is minimized
• Excel Challenge Inspire
• Auditing the P6 transfer to P&L to ensure the correct margin is met.
• Responsible for the preparation, maintenance, and distribution of Ops reports and pre-bills
• Ensure all invoiced jobs are Financially Completed on the relevant CAFM system.

Previous Employer – Assisted Living Facility

Position – Account Administrator

Dates – September 2012 – December 2013

• Providing personal support and care to clients in a friendly and dignified manner.
• Undertaking tasks as outlined in the individuals care and support plan.
• Developing effective relationships with clients.
• Understanding the needs of the client and support accordingly.
• Continuously maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Maintaining accurate records in terms of the care and medication given.
• Reporting any concerns promptly as they arise.