Accounts Assistant - Blumire Guram Accountants - West Wickham
(2026-05)
- Bookkeeping using VT Transaction.
- Used FreeAgent to ensure compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax requirements.
- Prepared VAT Return and Yead End Financial Accounts for Limited Companies, Partnerships and Sole Traders.
- Supported the Finance Director with financial documentation, administration, and filing.
- Provided cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave and sickness absence.
- Prioritised workloads effectively, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Completed mandatory training as required.
- Prepared, reviewed, and analysed financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
- Processed accounts payable, ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors and suppliers.
- Managed month-end and year-end closing procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
Accounts Assistant - Cashlong Group - London
(2023-03 - 2026-04)
- Processed sales invoices, receipts, and payments accurately and efficiently.
- Raised rent demands, allocated rent to individual tenants, and pursued outstanding arrears.
- Maintained bookkeeping records using Sage Line 50 and Sage One.
- Prepared accounts using Sage One.
- Completed daily bank reconciliations and weekly cash reports, and deposited cheques and cash into the organisation's bank account.
- Liaised with solicitors to process property sales and resolve lease-related issues.
- Conducted initial reviews of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on property purchases.
- Completed VAT returns and liaised with HMRC regarding queries and issues.
- Prepared and monitored management accounts.
- Maintained financial documentation and filing systems.
- Supported the Chief Accountant with year-end accounts preparation and submission.
- Collaborated with colleagues to resolve internal and external payment enquiries.
- Ensured compliance with organisational policies and financial regulations.
QuickBooks Training - Online Training Course
(2023-01 - 2023-03)
Successfully completed an online course on QuickBooks
- Adding Supplier Accounts
- Recording Supplier Invoices
- Supplier Payments
- Viewing and Editing Supplier Accounts
- Viewing Reports
Casual Mail Sorter - Royal Mail - Croydon
(2020-09 - 2023-03)
- Worked effectively as part of a team to sort and distribute mail and parcels according to postcodes and addresses.
- Ensured compliance with Health and Safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.
- Performed a variety of duties during shifts, providing cover for colleagues during periods of sickness and annual leave.
- Worked additional hours as required during busy periods, including the festive season and lockdown.
Cash Office - Dhamecha Cash & Carry - Croydon
(2019-12 - 2020-02)
- Worked effectively as part of a large team to provide a range of products and services to independent retailers.
- Processed customer payments accurately using cash, debit and credit cards, and coupons.
- Assisted colleagues and supervisors with cash counting and verification during busy periods, including promotional campaigns and the festive season.
- Organised invoices and accounts efficiently to streamline processing and improve productivity.
- Prepared coin bags across different denominations and assembled bundles of cash in larger quantities.
- Checked banknotes and coins for counterfeiting using specialised detection machines and reported any issues to supervisors.
- Handled queries relating to IOU payments, credit limits, and voucher reconciliations.
- Prepared tills and systems for daily operations and completed end-of-day procedures, ensuring accurate cash balances and preventing shortages.
- Successfully completed mandatory training and consistently complied with company procedures, policies, and Health and Safety requirements.
- Provided cover for colleagues during breaks and periods of staff shortages due to sickness or annual leave.
Accounts Assistant / Payroll Assistant (holiday cover) - Pam & Co Chartered Certified Accountants - Norbury
(2019-09 - 2019-09)
- Worked as part of a small team providing accounting and payroll services to individuals and small to medium-sized retail businesses.
- Prepared employee payslips for clients using Moneysoft Payroll Software and securely distributed them via email.
- Entered bank payments and receipts into QuickBooks and responded to related queries.
- Processed client expense claims using Excel spreadsheets and formulae, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Worked closely with senior accountants to complete month-end processes accurately and within deadlines.
- Organised and maintained invoices and receipts for audit purposes and in accordance with GDPR requirements.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting processes.
- Carried out ad-hoc accounting and administrative tasks and assisted senior accountants with financial reviews.
Accounts Assistant / Payroll Assistant - RS Business Consulting Ltd. - Wimbledon
(2018-09 - 2019-03)
- Worked as part of a team providing accounting and payroll services to small and medium-sized retail businesses.
- Set up new starters, processed employee leavers, and prepared P45s using Moneysoft Payroll Manager.
- Completed Real Time Information (RTI) submissions to HMRC accurately and within required deadlines.
- Processed statutory payments, including Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), pay reviews, salary changes, and timesheet adjustments.
- Ran weekly and monthly payrolls for clients of varying sizes, ensuring employees were paid accurately and on time.
- Processed and maintained workplace pension contributions and related payroll records.
- Responded to and resolved client queries relating to tax calculations, annual leave, pensions, and other payroll matters.
- Maintained accurate payroll records and organised the filing of tax reports and related documentation.
- Prepared accounting transactions, supporting documents, and regular reports for management.
- Completed system access forms for new employees requiring access to computer systems.
- Prepared VAT returns and ensured accurate and timely submission.
Accounts Assistant - Abbey Accountants London Ltd. - Mitcham
(2017-05 - 2017-07)
- Worked as part of a team providing accounting services to small and medium-sized retail businesses.
- Assisted the Finance Director and Senior Accountants with the preparation of client accounts.
- Processed purchase invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently.
- Processed sales invoices, expenses, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns.
- Checked the accuracy of client invoices and ensured discrepancies were identified and resolved promptly.
Accounts Assistant - Thava & Co Accountants - Croydon
(2014-12 - 2015-09)
- Worked as part of a team preparing accounts for small and medium-sized retail businesses.
- Accurately recorded clients' purchases, sales, and expenses in Excel on a daily basis.
- Prepared bank summaries, including bank statements, payments, receipts, and reconciliations.
- Prepared quarterly VAT returns for multiple sole traders and limited companies, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
- Responded to and resolved a range of accounting queries, working closely with Senior Accountants to address discrepancies and accounting issues.
- Prioritised workloads to meet deadlines and provided regular progress updates to the manager.
- Carried out ad-hoc administrative and bookkeeping tasks, including filing, responding to client enquiries, and handling post.
- Completed mandatory training and maintained the confidentiality and security of company data and systems.
- Consistently complied with Health and Safety policies, procedures, and requirements.
Trainee Accountant - St. Mary's Accounting Services Ltd. - London
(2013-09 - 2014-02)
- Worked as part of a team preparing accounts, including the Nominal Ledger, Cash Book, Purchase Ledger, and Sales Ledger.
- Maintained accurate customer and supplier records using Sage Line 50 and transferred relevant data to Excel.
- Generated financial reports, including balance sheets, month-end reports, annual returns, and profit and loss statements.
- Processed supplier invoices, expense claims, and other payments via cheque, BACS, and CHAPS accurately and within required deadlines.
- Reconciled petty cash and identified and reported discrepancies to the Finance Manager.
- Supported junior colleagues and new starters, helping them become familiar with accounting systems and processes.
- Prioritised workloads to meet deadlines and provided regular progress updates to the Team Leader.
- Attended team meetings and mandatory training as required and contributed to discussions regarding work allocation.
- Demonstrated St. Mary's Services' core values and consistently worked in accordance with organisational principles.
