Usama Ghouse

Experienced business and operations professional with a strong background in accounting, audit, systems process improvement and administration. Qualified in accounting and Business Administration, with experience at Ernst & Young and across hospitality, professional services and technology. Skilled in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and ERP systems, with a proven ability to improve processes, implement systems and support business decision-making.

Looking to apply a broad combination of analytical, technical and commercial skills in a business-focused role beyond traditional accounting.

Career Transition - Independent Accounting & Business Development

(2026-05)

Exploring opportunities to provide independent accounting support while actively seeking my next full-time position. During this period, I have been exploring small-business accounting opportunities, maintaining and developing my knowledge of cloud accounting and financial processes, and considering opportunities to build an independent business.

Customer Experience Specialist (Accounting) - XERO (UK) LIMITED

(2024-06 - 2026-04)

Provide specialist support on accounting workflows and billing issues, train customers on Xero best practices and ERP integrations, and analyse customer data to improve service delivery.

• Position made redundant as part of company-wide restructuring.

Senior Accounts Assistant - HARRIDGE GROUP

(2024-01 - 2024-06)

• Managed month-end and year-end close using QuickBooks Online
• Prepared financial statements and management reports
• Maintained revenue and debtor processes

Senior Finance Executive - CARE HIRES

(2021-02 - 2024-01)

• Managed billing, debtors and weekly/monthly management reporting
• Implemented cost control and improved financial processes

Senior Accounts Assistant - FOREST VILLA HOTEL

(2018-02 - 2021-01)

• Managed hotel accounting under USALI
• Revenue/cost tracking and management accounts
• RevPAR/ADR analysis, yield and departmental reporting
• AP/AR management

Auditor / Senior - ERNST & YOUNG (EY)

(2014-01 - 2018-01)

• Performed external audits
• Analysed financial statements and internal controls
• Provided recommendations to improve financial reporting processes

BA (Hons) - Business Administration & Management - University of Bedfordshire

Fellow Member - Management Accounting, Minor: Hospitality Accounting - Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka

Fellow Member - Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka

AAT Diploma - Professional Accounting