Sonali Mehta

Semi-Senior Accountant

Talent

HarrowMember since July 17, 2026

Statutory accountsManagement accountsCT600Self-assessmentBank reconciliationVAT returnsSAGE 50XeroQuickBooksMentoring junior traineesFRS 102FRS 105MTD regulationsCredit control

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Statutory accountsManagement accountsCT600Self-assessmentBank reconciliation

About

A highly motivated and detail-oriented Semi-Senior Accountant with experience within the fast-paced UK accounting industry. MAAT Qualified with a proven track record of managing a diverse portfolio of SMEs, sole traders and partnerships. Extensive experience in preparing statutory accounts in line with FRS 102 and FRS 105, managing complex VAT submissions, and producing insightful management accounts.

A proficient user of SAGE 50, Xero and QuickBooks who excels at building strong client relationships and mentoring junior trainees. Now seeking a progressive Semi-Senior role within a dynamic firm that offers a clear pathway to Senior status.

Experience

Accounts Assistant - David Morgan

(2022-08)

Prepared 50 statutory accounts for SMEs and micro-entities in line with FRS 102 and FRS 105 requirements.
Prepared and submitted corporation tax (CT600) and 150 personal self-assessments.
Submitted digital VAT returns under MTD regulations and performed control account reconciliations.
Acted as the main point of contact for a portfolio of 50 clients, resolving financial and software queries.
Reviewed bookkeeping and VAT work completed by junior staff and supported the onboarding of 2 new trainees.
Managed multiple client deadlines simultaneously, consistently ensuring statutory filings were completed on time.

Accounts Assistant - JSP Accountants Limited

(2021-07 - 2022-08)

Prepared 15 year-end accounts alongside bank reconciliations, VAT returns and bookkeeping.
Managed credit control and supported the payroll department with processing and queries.
Resolved client finance and accounting queries, maintaining high levels of accuracy.
Liaised directly with HMRC to resolve client queries.

Payroll Administrator (Temporary) - J Coffey Construction Ltd

(2021-06 - 2021-07)

Produced weekly and monthly payroll reports for 5000 staff and circulated relevant payroll documentation.
Analysed and posted staff cash and credit card expenses; produced budgetary reports for site managers.
Supported the finance team with ad hoc tasks and responded to queries in a timely manner.

Credit Controller (Temporary) - PCO Rentals

(2020-10 - 2020-11)

Proactively managed and collected debts, evaluating new credit requests and reviewing customer credit rankings.
Set up terms and conditions of credit; negotiated 150 repayment plans and ensured timely payment of debts.
Processed and reconciled invoices; prepared 100 monthly client statements and posted receipts to accounting systems.

Accounts Assistant - Adil Group

(2019-01 - 2019-08)

Held sole responsibility for 24 KFC stores within the Adil Group.
Prepared monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, profit and loss accounts and weekly sales reports.
Recorded purchase invoices on Navision; reconciled supplier statements and prepared food cost and stock movement journals.

Manager - East Lane Montessori School

(2018-01 - 2018-09)

Ensured the nursery met the highest Montessori standards, managing 10 members of staff and 100 children.
Invoiced parents monthly, chased overdue fees and maintained all admission and referral records.
Prepared termly budgets, staff reports and National Education Grant submissions for the local council.

Montessori Coordinator - Kids Universe Montessori

(2016-09 - 2017-12)

Montessori Coordinator - The Little Learners Montessori

(2013-02 - 2016-02)

Montessori Teacher - Various Settings

(2008-09 - 2012-06)

Accounts Assistant - The Travel Company

(2001-09 - 2003-12)

Credit Controller - Tara Travel

(2000-06 - 2001-05)

Accounts Assistant - Cassis Travel Services

(1998-04 - 2000-06)