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FINANCIAL CONSULTANT
Robert Johnson
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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I am a qualified accountant with hands-on experience in handling the financial affairs of SMEs/Multinationals and providing able support to the Board of Directors' strategic direction with timely and relevant financial information and analysis. I am extremely effective at producing statutory accounts (under HM Treasury Government Accounting Manual, IFRS, FRS 101 and FRS 102), management reporting packs and financial models, managing the sales and purchase ledgers, computing tax returns and managing HMRC payments, identifying and implementing cost reductions and cash management, providing a treasury function and liaising with auditors and customers.
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2020 - ?
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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT
R JOHNSON LTD.
I set up R Johnson Ltd, a cloud accounting firm, after my assignment with Fircroft.
As Principal Accountant, I manage client relationships, prepare tax returns, prepare and file VAT, EU VAT & MOSS VAT Returns, year-end accounts (and audit with auditors), and management accounts for ongoing clients.
I also provide tax advice mostly to do with property acquisitions and tax planning for businesses and individuals and funding support- business plans and cash flow forecasts for those organizations seeking a cash injection.
In addition to the above, I have helped many firms process furlough claims and payroll as well as R&D Tax Credit claims.
Setting up R Johnson and working directly with clients has equipped me with the commercial awareness and expertise to provide value-added support to UK businesses and you can find out more about what we do here.
As Principal Accountant, I manage client relationships, prepare tax returns, prepare and file VAT, EU VAT & MOSS VAT Returns, year-end accounts (and audit with auditors), and management accounts for ongoing clients.
I also provide tax advice mostly to do with property acquisitions and tax planning for businesses and individuals and funding support- business plans and cash flow forecasts for those organizations seeking a cash injection.
In addition to the above, I have helped many firms process furlough claims and payroll as well as R&D Tax Credit claims.
Setting up R Johnson and working directly with clients has equipped me with the commercial awareness and expertise to provide value-added support to UK businesses and you can find out more about what we do here.
Audit, R, Cloud, Management, Accountant, Support, Tax planning, Audit, ME, UP, Cotton wool
2021 - 2021
freelance
FINANCIAL CONSULTANT
RSK GROUP LTD.
(Jun-Sep 2021)
RSK Group is a privately held UK-based environmental, engineering, and technical services group, comprising around 105 companies employing some 6,000 people and with turnover of £279.6m in 2020.
FINANCIAL CONSULTANT
I provided support to the Finance Director on international audits. I was helping with the preparation of audited accounts from trial balance to full audited statutory accounts and tax computations.
Produced ad hoc working papers as required, helped auditors understand the accounting treatments, and provided support for transactions.
Other deliverables included the production of opening balance adjustments, posting audit adjustments, and ad-hoc support for the UK Group audit.
I acted as liaison for international tax audits.
RSK Group is a privately held UK-based environmental, engineering, and technical services group, comprising around 105 companies employing some 6,000 people and with turnover of £279.6m in 2020.
FINANCIAL CONSULTANT
I provided support to the Finance Director on international audits. I was helping with the preparation of audited accounts from trial balance to full audited statutory accounts and tax computations.
Produced ad hoc working papers as required, helped auditors understand the accounting treatments, and provided support for transactions.
Other deliverables included the production of opening balance adjustments, posting audit adjustments, and ad-hoc support for the UK Group audit.
I acted as liaison for international tax audits.
Audit, SoMe, Finance, Engineering, Support, International, Production, Audit, Transactions
2021 - 2021
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INTERIM FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
SCCL.
is the management function of the NHS responsible for the sourcing, delivery and supply of healthcare products, services and food for NHS trusts and healthcare organisations across England and Wales.
INTERIM FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Working from home to support a large General Ledger reconciliation project involving Lease, Sale, leaseback, and outright purchases for NHS hospitals and NHS Trusts.
The reconciliation involved a deep dive into key balance sheet accounts like deferred revenue, trade receivables, trade payables, accruals, and prepayments and a detailed analysis of revenue and cost of sales accounts.
Project outputs served as audit working papers offering a comprehensive insight into the status of every work order. Additionally, I recommended book entries to ensure accurate balances were maintained for each order.
INTERIM FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Working from home to support a large General Ledger reconciliation project involving Lease, Sale, leaseback, and outright purchases for NHS hospitals and NHS Trusts.
The reconciliation involved a deep dive into key balance sheet accounts like deferred revenue, trade receivables, trade payables, accruals, and prepayments and a detailed analysis of revenue and cost of sales accounts.
Project outputs served as audit working papers offering a comprehensive insight into the status of every work order. Additionally, I recommended book entries to ensure accurate balances were maintained for each order.
Audit, Management, Sales, Sourcing, Accountant, Support, Interim, Audit
2019 - 2020
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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Fircroft Engineering Services Limited.
Fircroft is an equity-backed global specialist recruitment firm, with expertise in filling technical roles in the automotive, power and energy, mining, engineering, oil, and gas sectors worldwide.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT (Nov 19 - May 20)
Worked with local and regional managers/director for each overseas business entity, I
• produced and filed statutory accounts for each arm of the business.
• reviewed and challenged where appropriate all reported information.
• oversaw statutory processes and tax processes for each part of the business.
• liaised with external parties including auditors, as necessary.
• dealt with various African, Middle East, North America, South America, and European countries and invariably different compliance requirements and the way the different entities operate with support from in-country advisers.
• Provided support for the UK group audit and entity rationalisation plan.
Disclosure & Barring Services
The Disclosure and Barring Service is a non-departmental public body of the Home Office of the United Kingdom.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT (Nov 19 - May 20)
Worked with local and regional managers/director for each overseas business entity, I
• produced and filed statutory accounts for each arm of the business.
• reviewed and challenged where appropriate all reported information.
• oversaw statutory processes and tax processes for each part of the business.
• liaised with external parties including auditors, as necessary.
• dealt with various African, Middle East, North America, South America, and European countries and invariably different compliance requirements and the way the different entities operate with support from in-country advisers.
• Provided support for the UK group audit and entity rationalisation plan.
Disclosure & Barring Services
The Disclosure and Barring Service is a non-departmental public body of the Home Office of the United Kingdom.
Audit, Recruitment, Service, Compliance, Engineering, Accountant, Support, Office, Power, Energy, Audit, Energy, Processes
2019 - 2019
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SENIOR MANAGER FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING & SYSTEMS
unknown.
Lead the process to prepare monthly and annual accounts, assisted with obtaining maximum value from financial systems by recommending, initiating and implementing smarter-working processes. Provided advice and updated policies, to ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and other government financial requirements.
KEY Responsibilities included
Ensuring the timely production of complete and accurate financial and management accounts, and associated reconciliations and records
Managing and coordinating the delivery of the group's Annual Report and Accounts, which involved stakeholder engagement with colleagues across the business.
Overseeing accuracy and timeliness of Supplier payments in accordance with prompt payment policy -- including invoice input, payments, and reconciliations
Leading the requisitioning function in the delivery of full business requirements
Ensuring the team has the required capacity, capability and focus to deliver the priorities and objectives.
Ensuring organization-wide compliance with the relevant accounting standards and tax requirements, including HM Treasury's Financial Reporting Manual (FReM)
Maintaining and implementing appropriate policies that support the financial control framework.
Monitoring cash-levels and forecasting cashflows to ensure responsible cash management to meet obligations.
KEY Responsibilities included
Ensuring the timely production of complete and accurate financial and management accounts, and associated reconciliations and records
Managing and coordinating the delivery of the group's Annual Report and Accounts, which involved stakeholder engagement with colleagues across the business.
Overseeing accuracy and timeliness of Supplier payments in accordance with prompt payment policy -- including invoice input, payments, and reconciliations
Leading the requisitioning function in the delivery of full business requirements
Ensuring the team has the required capacity, capability and focus to deliver the priorities and objectives.
Ensuring organization-wide compliance with the relevant accounting standards and tax requirements, including HM Treasury's Financial Reporting Manual (FReM)
Maintaining and implementing appropriate policies that support the financial control framework.
Monitoring cash-levels and forecasting cashflows to ensure responsible cash management to meet obligations.
Forecasting, Management, Compliance, Cash management, Support, Monitoring, Production, Treasury, Framework, Processes, Manager
2019 - 2019
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FINANCIAL REPORTING MANAGER
Swissport GB Ltd.
Swissport is a Swiss aviation services company providing airport ground and cargo handling services, headquartered in Switzerland. It handles around 265 million passengers and 4.7 million tonnes of cargo annually, on behalf of some 850 client-companies in the aviation sector.
FINANCIAL REPORTING MANAGER (Feb - Sep 19)
Managing the financial reporting function and adhering to all statutory and group financial reporting requirements and deadlines. Leading a team of qualified & part-qualified accountants to achieve accuracy & timeliness of reporting across all UK entities. Maintaining a clean balance sheet & driving best practice for inter-company reporting.
Budgeting & forecasting Balance Sheets for UK entities
Month-End close coordination
Oversight of VAT/GST, ONS, Tax & Statutory Accounts reporting
Oversight of inter-company invoicing, IC month end & fixed asset accounting
Quarterly IFRS reporting
Audit liaison & co-ordination
Project lead & in-house expert for IFRS changes, most recently in respect of IFRS 16, IFRS 9 & IFRS 15
Maintaining correct accounting under IFRS, International Accounting Standards and generally accepted accounting principles
Ensuring compliance with state law and local Tax Authorities' requirements
Establishing and ensuring compliance with proper accounting policies and procedures and internal controls related to the financial reporting function
Supporting Senior Management by providing timely, concise, and quantitative financial information to enable good decision making
In-house technical accounting expert providing guidance and direction on the treatment of complex transactions and informing management of the impact of strategic options
Developing & managing the Financial Reporting team, setting targets and monitoring performance
Implementing process improvements in the Financial Reporting function
Assisting team members with complex responsibilities
Ad-hoc duties as required
At Swissport, I used SAP extensively for recording accounting transactions and creating financial reports and Group Consolidations.
FINANCIAL REPORTING MANAGER (Feb - Sep 19)
Managing the financial reporting function and adhering to all statutory and group financial reporting requirements and deadlines. Leading a team of qualified & part-qualified accountants to achieve accuracy & timeliness of reporting across all UK entities. Maintaining a clean balance sheet & driving best practice for inter-company reporting.
Budgeting & forecasting Balance Sheets for UK entities
Month-End close coordination
Oversight of VAT/GST, ONS, Tax & Statutory Accounts reporting
Oversight of inter-company invoicing, IC month end & fixed asset accounting
Quarterly IFRS reporting
Audit liaison & co-ordination
Project lead & in-house expert for IFRS changes, most recently in respect of IFRS 16, IFRS 9 & IFRS 15
Maintaining correct accounting under IFRS, International Accounting Standards and generally accepted accounting principles
Ensuring compliance with state law and local Tax Authorities' requirements
Establishing and ensuring compliance with proper accounting policies and procedures and internal controls related to the financial reporting function
Supporting Senior Management by providing timely, concise, and quantitative financial information to enable good decision making
In-house technical accounting expert providing guidance and direction on the treatment of complex transactions and informing management of the impact of strategic options
Developing & managing the Financial Reporting team, setting targets and monitoring performance
Implementing process improvements in the Financial Reporting function
Assisting team members with complex responsibilities
Ad-hoc duties as required
At Swissport, I used SAP extensively for recording accounting transactions and creating financial reports and Group Consolidations.
Forecasting, Audit, SAP, Management, SoMe, Compliance, It, Direction, Monitoring, International, Audit, Manager, Cotton wool, Transactions
2018 - 2019
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TECHNICAL & CAPITAL ACCOUNTANT
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the West coast of Lancashire and offers a full range of district hospital services and community health services to a population of 1.6 million in Lancashire and South Cumbria.
TECHNICAL & CAPITAL ACCOUNTANT (DEC 18 - Feb 19)
Supported the Head of Financial Services in the production of the Trust's financial statements, with responsibility to produce the Annual Accounts, FTCs, and Charitable Fund Accounts in compliance with accounting standards, relevant legislation, and guidance issued by regulatory bodies.
Held responsibility for providing a full range of financial management support, information, and advice to enable stakeholders to manage the Capital Program and ensure the Trust fulfils its financial duties.
Accountable for the financial reporting of all aspects of the balance sheet, with lead responsibility for managing the collation and validation of all the Trust's control accounts, ensuring they are completed in a timely, consistent and meaningful format, undertaking a monthly analytical review.
Provided line management support to the Financial Services Technical Accounting function to ensure that all aspects of the financial accounting duties were completed to a high professional standard, within agreed timescales, enabling the Organisation to meet its statutory financial and other reporting deadlines.
Supported the Director of Finance and other members of the Senior Finance Team in decision making and overall strategies for the Finance Department that may impact on non-financial services throughout the Trust.
Provided the main operational support to the Head of Financial Services in the delivery of all statutory / NHS accounts and returns (including FTC's, Statutory Accounts, and Charitable Fund Accounts) supported by detailed working papers which comply with appropriate accountant standards and guidance issued by regulatory bodies.
TECHNICAL & CAPITAL ACCOUNTANT (DEC 18 - Feb 19)
Supported the Head of Financial Services in the production of the Trust's financial statements, with responsibility to produce the Annual Accounts, FTCs, and Charitable Fund Accounts in compliance with accounting standards, relevant legislation, and guidance issued by regulatory bodies.
Held responsibility for providing a full range of financial management support, information, and advice to enable stakeholders to manage the Capital Program and ensure the Trust fulfils its financial duties.
Accountable for the financial reporting of all aspects of the balance sheet, with lead responsibility for managing the collation and validation of all the Trust's control accounts, ensuring they are completed in a timely, consistent and meaningful format, undertaking a monthly analytical review.
Provided line management support to the Financial Services Technical Accounting function to ensure that all aspects of the financial accounting duties were completed to a high professional standard, within agreed timescales, enabling the Organisation to meet its statutory financial and other reporting deadlines.
Supported the Director of Finance and other members of the Senior Finance Team in decision making and overall strategies for the Finance Department that may impact on non-financial services throughout the Trust.
Provided the main operational support to the Head of Financial Services in the delivery of all statutory / NHS accounts and returns (including FTC's, Statutory Accounts, and Charitable Fund Accounts) supported by detailed working papers which comply with appropriate accountant standards and guidance issued by regulatory bodies.
Teaching, Management, Finance, Compliance, Accountant, Support, Regulatory, Community, Health, Organization, Production
2018 - 2018
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FINANCIAL REPORTING & CAPITAL ACCOUNTANT
HSB Engineering Insurance Limited.
HSB Engineering Insurance Limited offers engineering insurance and inspection services. Its insurance covers include cyber, construction, renewable energy, energy efficiency, specialty, and equipment breakdown. HSB Engineering Insurance Limited is a subsidiary of HSB Inc. which itself is a subsidiary of Munich Re, one of the largest Insurance companies in the world.
FINANCIAL REPORTING & CAPITAL ACCOUNTANT (SEP 18 - NOV 18)
Actively monitored and implemented changes in Statutory and Regulatory requirements including impact assessment of new accounting standards. Focused particularly on IFRS 9,15, 16 and 17.
Delivered the annual Consolidated and Company IFRS Financial Statements for HSB Engineering Insurance Limited and HSB Engineering Insurance Services Limited, together with accompanying supporting detail.
Monitored the company's capital position under Solvency II and APRA. Delivered timely and accurate regulatory reporting including Quantitative Reporting Templates, National Specific Templates, Solvency & Financial Condition Report and Regular Supervisory reporting including Munich Re Group reporting requirements including quarterly ECON reporting and related footnotes.
Delivered annual corporation tax computations (and monthly for month-end reporting) and tax returns, including liaison with tax advisors
Worked closely with the external auditors, providing commentaries, delivering audit files, and supporting schedules.
Delivered ONS, NSO, and regulatory returns and information to rating agencies as required.
Prepared and collated information for the quarterly Finance, Audit, Compliance and Risk Committee.
Provided data and worked closely with actuaries at HSB Group and the Actuarial Function to ensure that technical provisions (including IBNR) were well understood, accurately recorded and in line with IFRS and SII requirements.
Ensured the accurate calculation of premiums payable and amounts due under XoL Reinsurance. Worked closely with the claims team to produce the required Notice of Losses.
Delivered technical training as required to the wider finance team.
FINANCIAL REPORTING & CAPITAL ACCOUNTANT (SEP 18 - NOV 18)
Actively monitored and implemented changes in Statutory and Regulatory requirements including impact assessment of new accounting standards. Focused particularly on IFRS 9,15, 16 and 17.
Delivered the annual Consolidated and Company IFRS Financial Statements for HSB Engineering Insurance Limited and HSB Engineering Insurance Services Limited, together with accompanying supporting detail.
Monitored the company's capital position under Solvency II and APRA. Delivered timely and accurate regulatory reporting including Quantitative Reporting Templates, National Specific Templates, Solvency & Financial Condition Report and Regular Supervisory reporting including Munich Re Group reporting requirements including quarterly ECON reporting and related footnotes.
Delivered annual corporation tax computations (and monthly for month-end reporting) and tax returns, including liaison with tax advisors
Worked closely with the external auditors, providing commentaries, delivering audit files, and supporting schedules.
Delivered ONS, NSO, and regulatory returns and information to rating agencies as required.
Prepared and collated information for the quarterly Finance, Audit, Compliance and Risk Committee.
Provided data and worked closely with actuaries at HSB Group and the Actuarial Function to ensure that technical provisions (including IBNR) were well understood, accurately recorded and in line with IFRS and SII requirements.
Ensured the accurate calculation of premiums payable and amounts due under XoL Reinsurance. Worked closely with the claims team to produce the required Notice of Losses.
Delivered technical training as required to the wider finance team.
Audit, Training, Finance, Compliance, Engineering, Accountant, Assessment, Insurance, Regulatory, Detail, Energy, Audit, Energy
2018 - 2018
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PROJECT ACCOUNTANT
Alder Hey Children's Hospital. BDP.
BDP (APR 18 - AUG 18)
BDP is a major international practice of architects, designers, engineers, and urbanists. It is responsible for the design of several structures in the UK, Europe, and Asia. One of which is the amazing Alder Hey Children's Hospital. BDP is part of the Nippon Koei Group.
PROJECT ACCOUNTANT
Produced a comprehensive 3-year group forecast linking into the 18/19 budget. Ensured the final figures met group reporting requirements with clear links to the core budget. Assisted with models to give a robust forecast for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Completed detailed compensation reviews for circa 1,000 employees and directors for Board review.
Utilized the new business system (Deltek) to create monthly reports for the group (GMR). Checked accounts set up and groupings, producing relevant reports to allow timely, accurate group reporting and re-mapped standard Deltek consolidation set-up to drive new specifications for BDP and NK format reporting to comply with J-SOX.
Assisted with the replacement of the previous management reporting tool (Enterprise) with Deltek produced reports. Produced specs and checked data to meet changing BDP requirements. Worked closely with external consultants and local IT Team. Reproduced and reconciled new reports to existing reports.
Provided ad hoc support to the Finance Director and Operational Finance Director in the delivery of their tactical objectives.
BDP is a major international practice of architects, designers, engineers, and urbanists. It is responsible for the design of several structures in the UK, Europe, and Asia. One of which is the amazing Alder Hey Children's Hospital. BDP is part of the Nippon Koei Group.
PROJECT ACCOUNTANT
Produced a comprehensive 3-year group forecast linking into the 18/19 budget. Ensured the final figures met group reporting requirements with clear links to the core budget. Assisted with models to give a robust forecast for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Completed detailed compensation reviews for circa 1,000 employees and directors for Board review.
Utilized the new business system (Deltek) to create monthly reports for the group (GMR). Checked accounts set up and groupings, producing relevant reports to allow timely, accurate group reporting and re-mapped standard Deltek consolidation set-up to drive new specifications for BDP and NK format reporting to comply with J-SOX.
Assisted with the replacement of the previous management reporting tool (Enterprise) with Deltek produced reports. Produced specs and checked data to meet changing BDP requirements. Worked closely with external consultants and local IT Team. Reproduced and reconciled new reports to existing reports.
Provided ad hoc support to the Finance Director and Operational Finance Director in the delivery of their tactical objectives.
Design, Budget, Management, Finance, It, Accountant, Management Reporting, Support, International, Enterprise, Forecast, Asia, UP
2017 - 2018
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drug development, delivery and supply partner
CATALENT PHARMA SOLUTIONS.
for drugs, biologics, and consumer health products, we are the catalyst for your success.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Provided accurate, timely and meaningful financial and operational information to local management and Corporate Finance personnel. Supported the FM and FD in the management of the Bolton Site Financial Statements and liaised with internal and external auditors.
Prepared, analysed and reviewed all transactions impacting the Comparator BU P&L, including calculating deferred and accrued revenue along with accruals and prepayments at the month-end close.
Prepared the Site Statutory Accounts and Tax returns, Balance Sheet Reconciliations for FM and FD reviews, Inter-Company Reconciliations, monthly, quarterly and annual Corporate Reporting packages, quarterly VAT returns, Intra-Stat & EC sales reports, National Statistics reports, site budgets and maintained the fixed assets register.
Held responsibility for the Treasury function, which involved facilitating payments (payment runs), FX reporting, weekly cash flow forecasts, budgeting, review of hedging policies, reviewing bank reconciliations, and maintaining loan schedules with associated undertakings and accounting for financial instruments.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Provided accurate, timely and meaningful financial and operational information to local management and Corporate Finance personnel. Supported the FM and FD in the management of the Bolton Site Financial Statements and liaised with internal and external auditors.
Prepared, analysed and reviewed all transactions impacting the Comparator BU P&L, including calculating deferred and accrued revenue along with accruals and prepayments at the month-end close.
Prepared the Site Statutory Accounts and Tax returns, Balance Sheet Reconciliations for FM and FD reviews, Inter-Company Reconciliations, monthly, quarterly and annual Corporate Reporting packages, quarterly VAT returns, Intra-Stat & EC sales reports, National Statistics reports, site budgets and maintained the fixed assets register.
Held responsibility for the Treasury function, which involved facilitating payments (payment runs), FX reporting, weekly cash flow forecasts, budgeting, review of hedging policies, reviewing bank reconciliations, and maintaining loan schedules with associated undertakings and accounting for financial instruments.
Management, Finance, Sales, Statistics, Accountant, Health, Development, Treasury, Cotton wool, Transactions
2016 - 2017
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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
AECOM.
is a $20Bn turnover fortune 500 company that transforms communities, improves lives and powers growth by designing, building (an example is The One World Trade Centre), financing and operating infrastructure assets around the world.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Improved the quality of Balance Sheet reconciliations and the month-end process to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
Processed a low volume of relatively complex transactions and supported their accounting treatments with technical accounting papers, prepared monthly management accounts and prepared or reviewed Balance Sheet reconciliations for the UK holding companies.
Reviewed tagged accounts and prepared Detailed P&L for Irish entities to enable accurate iXBRL filings.
Prepared annual statutory financial statements, P&L analysis, forecasts and tax packs for trading and holding companies in the UK. Lead the transition to FRS 101 and FRS 102 for qualifying entities.
Acted as a key point of contact during the audit process for the UK and some Western Europe entities. Helped external auditors understand reported figures, company policies and application of standards.
Implemented financial accounting systems and processes in the UK for new legal entities arising from an international integration. Reviewed compliance with SOX controls and completed SAO reporting requirements for approval.
Provided practical ad-hoc technical financial accounting support to the business addressing issues, not just from an IFRS and US GAAP perspective, but also considering management reporting, balance sheet structures, cash flow and UK tax implications.
Acted as the interface for Company Secretaries, Directors, Auditors and the Tax Team for Western Europe entities in Luxembourg and Netherlands.
Contributed to the wider group objectives of streamlining and restructuring the business by initiating and managing recapitalizations, mergers, transfer of trades and liquidation plans that were geared towards delivering significant long-term benefits.
Facilitated access and understanding of new reporting and technology systems for the FR Team. By coordinating efforts with the IT Team and producing user guides.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Improved the quality of Balance Sheet reconciliations and the month-end process to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
Processed a low volume of relatively complex transactions and supported their accounting treatments with technical accounting papers, prepared monthly management accounts and prepared or reviewed Balance Sheet reconciliations for the UK holding companies.
Reviewed tagged accounts and prepared Detailed P&L for Irish entities to enable accurate iXBRL filings.
Prepared annual statutory financial statements, P&L analysis, forecasts and tax packs for trading and holding companies in the UK. Lead the transition to FRS 101 and FRS 102 for qualifying entities.
Acted as a key point of contact during the audit process for the UK and some Western Europe entities. Helped external auditors understand reported figures, company policies and application of standards.
Implemented financial accounting systems and processes in the UK for new legal entities arising from an international integration. Reviewed compliance with SOX controls and completed SAO reporting requirements for approval.
Provided practical ad-hoc technical financial accounting support to the business addressing issues, not just from an IFRS and US GAAP perspective, but also considering management reporting, balance sheet structures, cash flow and UK tax implications.
Acted as the interface for Company Secretaries, Directors, Auditors and the Tax Team for Western Europe entities in Luxembourg and Netherlands.
Contributed to the wider group objectives of streamlining and restructuring the business by initiating and managing recapitalizations, mergers, transfer of trades and liquidation plans that were geared towards delivering significant long-term benefits.
Facilitated access and understanding of new reporting and technology systems for the FR Team. By coordinating efforts with the IT Team and producing user guides.
Audit, Management, SoMe, Integration, Technology, Compliance, It, Growth, Accountant, Management Reporting, Support, Infrastructure, International, Audit, Processes, Transactions
2015 - 2015
job
management consulting
Fixed.
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GP Strategies Corporation (NYSE: GPX) is a ($0.5Bn turnover) global performance improvement company and a leader in sales and technical training, e-learning solutions, management consulting, and engineering services. GP Strategies offers business services to more than 30% of the Fortune 500 companies.
FINANCIAL ANALYST
Prepared and submitted the internal project and financial reports such as income statement analysis, dashboard reports, monthly forecast, deferred revenue and EUB balance sheet reconciliations. Also assisted in the preparation of special client reports as necessary and appropriate.
Supported Business Unit Managers by providing the financial information and analysis they needed to make their profit centres profitable and tax efficient.
Completed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial regulatory reporting of five of the BUs aggregated in the financial statements reported on the NYSE. Analysed financial performance and explained variances from forecasts.
Recognised revenue and costs in compliance with the provisions of Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
Reviewed relevant Pricing Documentation for accuracy and completeness. Entered appropriate information into the financial system by the last day of the month. Subsequently, initiated reviews and updates monthly.
Assisted in bid proposal preparation by providing investment appraisals, pricing support, reviewing the terms and conditions. Collated required documentation to enable contract set up in Deltek Cost Point. Reviewed documents to establish contract type and resource requirements for successful delivery.
Reviewed contractual documents including contracts, purchase orders, consulting agreements, service agreements, and licensing agreements. Completed contract review sheets when appropriate and monitored compliance with contract terms and conditions. For contracts, verified funding, billing terms, rates, invoicing instructions, insurance requirements and identified risks.
Reviewed source documents and corresponding reports to ensure proper costing. Verified accurate charge numbers, signature authorities, allow-ability of costs and transaction dates within period of performance. Prepared and submitted necessary journal adjustments.
Assisted in subcontract administration by compiling/reviewing subcontract agreements and handling any associated issues.
Closed out completed contracts on an annual basis, verified that EUB / BIE and backlog equals zero. Assisted the credit control department to ensure all cash is collected before a contract is closed. Archived contract documents as appropriate.
Worked with the Group Controller and Business Unit Personnel in completing the annual budget.
Provided financial support and training to the operating groups, for example, income statement analysis, rates analysis, project analysis, etc.
Maintained contract files in a complete and orderly manner. (Contract, PO, CPA, Contract Review sheet, WAR, Invoices)
Monitored compliance with the Work at Risk (WAR) policy and reported deviations to the Group Controller. Ensuring proper approvals were obtained prior to performance and revenue recognition.
Conducted detailed monthly contract reviews with respective BU/SBU manager and/or project manager.
Administered all contract types, Fixed Price, Fixed Rate, Fixed Unit Price, Cost-plus and Fixed Fee.
Participated in the training of both Operations and Finance personnel. Worked effectively in Mentor/Protégé relationships.
GP Strategies Corporation (NYSE: GPX) is a ($0.5Bn turnover) global performance improvement company and a leader in sales and technical training, e-learning solutions, management consulting, and engineering services. GP Strategies offers business services to more than 30% of the Fortune 500 companies.
FINANCIAL ANALYST
Prepared and submitted the internal project and financial reports such as income statement analysis, dashboard reports, monthly forecast, deferred revenue and EUB balance sheet reconciliations. Also assisted in the preparation of special client reports as necessary and appropriate.
Supported Business Unit Managers by providing the financial information and analysis they needed to make their profit centres profitable and tax efficient.
Completed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial regulatory reporting of five of the BUs aggregated in the financial statements reported on the NYSE. Analysed financial performance and explained variances from forecasts.
Recognised revenue and costs in compliance with the provisions of Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
Reviewed relevant Pricing Documentation for accuracy and completeness. Entered appropriate information into the financial system by the last day of the month. Subsequently, initiated reviews and updates monthly.
Assisted in bid proposal preparation by providing investment appraisals, pricing support, reviewing the terms and conditions. Collated required documentation to enable contract set up in Deltek Cost Point. Reviewed documents to establish contract type and resource requirements for successful delivery.
Reviewed contractual documents including contracts, purchase orders, consulting agreements, service agreements, and licensing agreements. Completed contract review sheets when appropriate and monitored compliance with contract terms and conditions. For contracts, verified funding, billing terms, rates, invoicing instructions, insurance requirements and identified risks.
Reviewed source documents and corresponding reports to ensure proper costing. Verified accurate charge numbers, signature authorities, allow-ability of costs and transaction dates within period of performance. Prepared and submitted necessary journal adjustments.
Assisted in subcontract administration by compiling/reviewing subcontract agreements and handling any associated issues.
Closed out completed contracts on an annual basis, verified that EUB / BIE and backlog equals zero. Assisted the credit control department to ensure all cash is collected before a contract is closed. Archived contract documents as appropriate.
Worked with the Group Controller and Business Unit Personnel in completing the annual budget.
Provided financial support and training to the operating groups, for example, income statement analysis, rates analysis, project analysis, etc.
Maintained contract files in a complete and orderly manner. (Contract, PO, CPA, Contract Review sheet, WAR, Invoices)
Monitored compliance with the Work at Risk (WAR) policy and reported deviations to the Group Controller. Ensuring proper approvals were obtained prior to performance and revenue recognition.
Conducted detailed monthly contract reviews with respective BU/SBU manager and/or project manager.
Administered all contract types, Fixed Price, Fixed Rate, Fixed Unit Price, Cost-plus and Fixed Fee.
Participated in the training of both Operations and Finance personnel. Worked effectively in Mentor/Protégé relationships.
Sales, UP, Manager, Contracts, Forecast, Regulatory, Analyst, Insurance, Costing, Support, Engineering, Compliance, Service, Project Manager, Consulting, Finance, Management, Financial analyst, E-learning, Mentor, Management Consulting, Training, Contracts, Budget, Operations, Administration
2014 - 2015
job
OPERATIONS AND FINANCE MANAGER
B.O.D.
Reported to the B.O.D and managed the operational teams. I also ran the finance team and took responsibility for budgeting and financial reporting when the FC was not available.
Made the most of having unrestricted access to management information, the board's strategic direction and financial position to manage the delivery of contractual obligations and customer communications.
Aligned all our systems (including financial) in line with the requirements of accreditations, so that the organisation was always compliant in all activities and reporting. This led to the full utilisation of resources and the restructuring of teams to the benefit of all stakeholders.
Produced profitability analysis, budgets and forecasts that were based on real-time data and operational KPIs to enhance the effectiveness of tactical decisions made to deliver the Board's strategic mandates.
Made the most of having unrestricted access to management information, the board's strategic direction and financial position to manage the delivery of contractual obligations and customer communications.
Aligned all our systems (including financial) in line with the requirements of accreditations, so that the organisation was always compliant in all activities and reporting. This led to the full utilisation of resources and the restructuring of teams to the benefit of all stakeholders.
Produced profitability analysis, budgets and forecasts that were based on real-time data and operational KPIs to enhance the effectiveness of tactical decisions made to deliver the Board's strategic mandates.
Operations, Management, Finance, Direction, Organization, Manager, Customer, LED
2014 - 2014
job
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
unknown.
Reported to the Board of Directors and managed the Finance Team. Helped the operational managers understand the budget and removed bottlenecks to achieving targets.
Delivered on ensuring the integrity of financial records by reviewing the accuracy of journal entries, bookkeeping and substantiating the real accounts with monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Prepared the monthly management accounts and consolidated financial statements. Presented the Board with comprehensive financial details to support their strategic decision making, also produced financial models and what-if analysis to enable reasonable cash management actions.
Managed relationships with customers, suppliers, auditors and the HMRC. Sales ledger responsibilities included raising invoices, managing customer accounts, chasing debts and resolving queries that may delay payment of invoices. Ensured that suppliers were paid on time to improve credit-ratings and credit limits on many supplier accounts. Also, reviewed weekly costs and achieved effectiveness, efficiency and economy in value-adding purchases. Liaised effectively with Auditors and the HMRC to improve financial controls and reduce the costs of Group VAT and corporation tax.
Completed VAT returns, P11Ds and Self-assessments for Directors, monthly and weekly payroll computations, management, statutory and group accounts. Advised Directors on their Personal tax options and implemented agreed actions.
Delivered on ensuring the integrity of financial records by reviewing the accuracy of journal entries, bookkeeping and substantiating the real accounts with monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Prepared the monthly management accounts and consolidated financial statements. Presented the Board with comprehensive financial details to support their strategic decision making, also produced financial models and what-if analysis to enable reasonable cash management actions.
Managed relationships with customers, suppliers, auditors and the HMRC. Sales ledger responsibilities included raising invoices, managing customer accounts, chasing debts and resolving queries that may delay payment of invoices. Ensured that suppliers were paid on time to improve credit-ratings and credit limits on many supplier accounts. Also, reviewed weekly costs and achieved effectiveness, efficiency and economy in value-adding purchases. Liaised effectively with Auditors and the HMRC to improve financial controls and reduce the costs of Group VAT and corporation tax.
Completed VAT returns, P11Ds and Self-assessments for Directors, monthly and weekly payroll computations, management, statutory and group accounts. Advised Directors on their Personal tax options and implemented agreed actions.
Budget, Management, Finance, Sales, Cash management, Bookkeeping, Support, Customer, Cotton wool
2013 - 2014
job
REVENUE MANAGER
unknown.
Reporting to the Finance and Operations Manager, I managed the invoicing team and enabled superior performance on the delivery of our biggest contract, which resulted in a renewal offer that was double the value of our initial contract.
I enabled superior contract performance by;
• Focusing the invoicing team's attention on priority areas and channeling resources to realise revenue in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Ensuring that all job costs were controlled and kept within budget.
• Supporting the sales team and departmental heads with regular and ad-hoc reports on margins for projects and products.
• Writing SQL MI reports (in Aquarium) to support operations and management actions. Providing real-time information on revenue and ensuring contractual volumes and other requirements were met. Identifying and removing bottlenecks early to ensure targets were not missed.
• Overseeing applications for payments to bilateral partners, to ensure 98% accuracy in submissions to enable quick approvals and payment of invoices.
The process changes I implemented helped us unlock the value locked in the WIP, which significantly reduced our cost of finance.
Additionally, I reviewed tenders and contract documentations by preparing model analysis using varying cost and performance assumptions, negotiated with funders, and participated in bid submission processes by providing high quality financial information along with a summary of the risks involved.
Despite my commercial responsibilities, I assisted the finance team with processing payroll, and completing RTI submissions (including CIS and VAT returns). And supported the auditors with the consolidated and statutory accounts, and management with forecasts and cash budgets.
I enabled superior contract performance by;
• Focusing the invoicing team's attention on priority areas and channeling resources to realise revenue in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Ensuring that all job costs were controlled and kept within budget.
• Supporting the sales team and departmental heads with regular and ad-hoc reports on margins for projects and products.
• Writing SQL MI reports (in Aquarium) to support operations and management actions. Providing real-time information on revenue and ensuring contractual volumes and other requirements were met. Identifying and removing bottlenecks early to ensure targets were not missed.
• Overseeing applications for payments to bilateral partners, to ensure 98% accuracy in submissions to enable quick approvals and payment of invoices.
The process changes I implemented helped us unlock the value locked in the WIP, which significantly reduced our cost of finance.
Additionally, I reviewed tenders and contract documentations by preparing model analysis using varying cost and performance assumptions, negotiated with funders, and participated in bid submission processes by providing high quality financial information along with a summary of the risks involved.
Despite my commercial responsibilities, I assisted the finance team with processing payroll, and completing RTI submissions (including CIS and VAT returns). And supported the auditors with the consolidated and statutory accounts, and management with forecasts and cash budgets.
Sql, Writing, Operations, Budget, Operations manager, Management, Finance, Sales, Support, Processing, Processes, Manager, Cotton wool
2013 - 2013
job
MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
unknown.
As Management Accountant, I reported to the Finance and Operations Manager and managed a Bookkeeper. I also deputised for my Manager and the Bookkeeper when they were on holiday.
Introducing and pitching the business to invoice factoring and discounting firms, I helped secure short-term funding facilities to bridge my organisation's funding gap, using Harvard Business School standard financial models and business plans.
To maintain our financing facilities, I monitored and produced monthly reporting packs that reported on covenants to give finance providers comfort on our credibility.
It was also my responsibility to process the payroll, complete bank reconciliations, manage the accounts from trial balance, produce ad hoc reports, monitor direct costs and overhead expenses, and report consistently on cash levels.
Introducing and pitching the business to invoice factoring and discounting firms, I helped secure short-term funding facilities to bridge my organisation's funding gap, using Harvard Business School standard financial models and business plans.
To maintain our financing facilities, I monitored and produced monthly reporting packs that reported on covenants to give finance providers comfort on our credibility.
It was also my responsibility to process the payroll, complete bank reconciliations, manage the accounts from trial balance, produce ad hoc reports, monitor direct costs and overhead expenses, and report consistently on cash levels.
Operations, Operations manager, Management, Finance, Bookkeeper, Pitching, It, Accountant, Organization, Manager
2012 - 2013
job
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
BB FLEET SERVICES.
During my time at Balfour Beatty Fleet services (BB Fleet), I developed new processes to ensure compliance with IAS 17 revised and a new finance company's requirement. Whilst monitoring vehicle lease costs, reconciling account balances and invoices to ensure prompt and accurate payments on existing funder accounts.
I liaised with operational managers to resolve a variety of issues and contributed to continuous efforts to improve systems and processes. My close working relationship with the Facilities Manager helped me allocate, apportion and recharge overhead costs to cost centres accurately, and support tactical management of the Raynesway facilities with realistic budgets.
My other achievements were maintaining the fixed assets register, obtaining leasing quotes, agreeing new leases, calculating profit and loss on disposals (after deducting balloon payments), assisting with the production of the monthly reporting pack and supporting the Financial Controller.
I liaised with operational managers to resolve a variety of issues and contributed to continuous efforts to improve systems and processes. My close working relationship with the Facilities Manager helped me allocate, apportion and recharge overhead costs to cost centres accurately, and support tactical management of the Raynesway facilities with realistic budgets.
My other achievements were maintaining the fixed assets register, obtaining leasing quotes, agreeing new leases, calculating profit and loss on disposals (after deducting balloon payments), assisting with the production of the monthly reporting pack and supporting the Financial Controller.
Management, Finance, Compliance, Accountant, Support, Monitoring, Production, Processes, Manager, ME
2011 - 2012
job
WORK COST ADMINISTRATOR
BB WORKPLACE.
As a Work Cost Administrator my role in the Shared Service Centre (SSC) involved three main elements, cost accounting, managing the purchase & sales ledger and customer account management.
Customer account management
It was my responsibility to ensure clients were billed on time and in accordance with our service level agreements (SLAs), and preparing and disseminating regular reports on contract performance.
I gained the trust and confidence of both internal and external customers by working to process, delivering on promises and targets, and pro-actively identifying and removing bottlenecks to achieving financial completion.
Cost accounting
I analysed and managed the costs of work orders by using (Business objects) weekly reports to identify work orders that have been completed and approved purchase requisitions and invoices. I also liaised with planners, sub-contractors & suppliers to ensure all the costs relating to a work-order were visible and accurate.
Purchase & Sales ledger
By applying a pro-active approach to processing work-orders, I reduced accounts receivables by 98% within twelve months and restored the client's confidence in BBW's invoicing system, which provided a strong basis for extending the contract duration.
Customer account management
It was my responsibility to ensure clients were billed on time and in accordance with our service level agreements (SLAs), and preparing and disseminating regular reports on contract performance.
I gained the trust and confidence of both internal and external customers by working to process, delivering on promises and targets, and pro-actively identifying and removing bottlenecks to achieving financial completion.
Cost accounting
I analysed and managed the costs of work orders by using (Business objects) weekly reports to identify work orders that have been completed and approved purchase requisitions and invoices. I also liaised with planners, sub-contractors & suppliers to ensure all the costs relating to a work-order were visible and accurate.
Purchase & Sales ledger
By applying a pro-active approach to processing work-orders, I reduced accounts receivables by 98% within twelve months and restored the client's confidence in BBW's invoicing system, which provided a strong basis for extending the contract duration.
Account management, Management, Sales, Service, It, Administrator, Processing, Customer
My education
Oxford Brookes University
BSc, Applied Accounting
BSc, Applied Accounting
Madonna University
BSc, Accounting
BSc, Accounting
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