Veritus Consultancy Ltd is an accounting & taxation service providing firm registered in UK. As a Founder & CEO of the firm I and my team served 500+ UK clients with great satisfactory results. We aimed to relieve business owners of their financial burdens by providing them end to end financial support.- As a CEO, managing the team of 10 employees, assigning tasks to them, overseeing their work, providing directions to them and setting goals for them.- Recruiting, onboarding, and developing employees for key positions to strengthen the team’s capabilities.- Overseeing the performance and development of the team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.- Reviewing the bookkeeping, GL management and financial reporting done by the team.- Preparing financial statements, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.- Filing the UK accounts to Companies House as per the UK accounting standards (FRS 102, 105). - Filing the Self-Assessments, Corporation Tax (CT-600) and VAT Returns to HMRC.- Offering strategies to minimize tax liabilities and ensure compliance with UK tax laws.- Advising on business tax strategies resulting in £1.5M+ in tax savings.- Timely submissions of accounts, corporation tax, and self-assessments saved business owners from penalties, amounting to almost £100k+.- Consistently met client needs and expectations by ensuring timely account submissions, even on the final deadline day.- Creating detailed budgets and financial forecasts to guide business planning and decision-making.- Incorporated startups with Companies House and managed VAT registrations for existing businesses.- Reviewing payroll reports, P-60 forms, P-30 forms and salary slips generated by the team.- Monitoring and projecting cash inflows and outflows to maintain liquidity.- Implementing and managing financial software and systems.- Managing HMRC and Companies House inquiries and correspondence on behalf of clients.

- Create and maintain financial models to assist with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.- Analyze financial results, variances, and trends, and prepare comprehensive reports for CEO.- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyze business performance to provide actionable insights.- Collaborate with various departments to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making processes.- Conduct variance analysis to explain differences between actual results and budgeted/forecasted figures.- Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements across the organization.- Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders clearly and concisely.

Catalyst Agency is a marketing agency that provides branding, marketing & advertising services.- Expertise in maintaining accurate financial records and reconciling accounts.- Efficiently managing invoicing and processing vendor bills.- Chasing outstanding customer payments to ensure timely collections.- Proficient in preparing comprehensive financial statements including P&L and balance sheet.- Analyzing financial statements and identify improvement opportunities and control measures.- Utilizing forecasting techniques to predict future financial performance.- Developing budgets and monitoring costs to align with operational goals and sales forecasts.- Prepared & Filed VAT Returns and Corporation Tax Returns using Zoho Books and other accounting tools.- Ensuring compliance and timely submission to FTA Emara.- Registering business for UAE VAT and UAE Corporation Tax.- Conducting variance analysis to evaluate performance against budgeted targets.- Assessing business and team performance based on financial metrics and analysis.

Brands Planet (Pvt) Ltd is a F&B service providing company to a restaurant chain called Tayto.- Preparation of F/S in line with IFRS, budgets & financial analysis of the HO & individual outlets based on the financial data and making recommendations.- Leading spot checks with a team of 3 to 7 people at outlets & inventory count in store, kitchen & bakery saving Rs.3m+ for the Co. in terms of the financial leakages.- Verifying all the issue notes with the demands of the outlets and identifying any discrepancies.- Monitoring and analyzing restaurant expenses, including food, labor, and overhead, and implement cost-control strategies to boost efficiency.- Regularly evaluate COGS and inventory levels to minimize waste and improve gross margins.- Identify and explain variances between actual and budgeted figures, implementing corrective actions where necessary.- Supervise inventory processes, including ordering, receiving, and stocktaking, to ensure accurate inventory levels and reduce waste.- Analyze sales data to assess the popularity and profitability of each menu item, classifying items into categories such as stars, plow-horses, puzzles, or dogs.- Develop and adjust pricing strategies based on cost analysis, competition, and perceived customer value to maximize profit margins.- Collaborate with chefs and the marketing team to design and revise the menu, highlighting high-margin items and promoting profitable combinations.- Ensure regulatory compliance, manage audits, and maintain accurate records while safeguarding assets through effective internal controls.

Successfully transitioned from Senior Accountant to Assistant Manager Finance, based on strong performance, assuming greater responsibilities in financial reporting, supervision, and strategy development.- Oversee financial reporting and analyze company-wide performance, ensuring compliance.- Monitor project costs at a higher level, ensuring that job costing and WIP reporting align with strategic financial goals.- Prepare lease schedules per IFRS 16, accurately reporting lease liabilities and right-of-use assets.- Manage a finance team, including Senior Accountants, to achieve departmental & organizational financial goals.- Managed the monthly payroll for over 200 employees at the head office and site office, ensuring accurate calculations and timely distribution.- Develop and oversee compliance strategies, manage financial risks, and coordinate audits.- Oversee AP/AR processes, develop strategies for improving payment cycles and cash flow management.- Oversee company-wide financial operations to enhance efficiency and performance, reporting discrepancies directly to the Finance Manager.

Kohistan is a construction and development service providing company operating since 1995.- Prepared and analysed financial statements specific to construction, ensuring compliance with IAS & IFRS.- Review, reconcile, and confirm all inter-company transactions, as well as customer, vendor, and payroll accounts.- Prepare and process bank transactions, cash receipts, payment vouchers, and journal vouchers in SAP Business One (SAP B1), ensuring accuracy and compliance.- Monitor and manage cash flows specific to project needs, including the timing of payments to contractors, suppliers, and labor costs, ensuring adequate liquidity.- Prepare WIP reports to track ongoing projects and adjust revenue recognition as per IFRS 15, based on project completion and performance obligations.- Ensure compliance with construction regulations, manage audits.- Manage AP/AR, including subcontractor payments and progress billings.- Establish and monitor internal controls relevant to financial transactions and project accounting.- Supervising a small team focused on project accounting and financial reporting.- Perform bank reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and update financial records for accuracy.

Coinage Financials Ltd is a UK based accounting & taxation firm.- Timely review and filing of final accounts, Corporation Tax (CT) returns, VAT returns, and self-assessments to Companies House and HMRC using Taxfiler.- Conducted training sessions for the existing team of 4 employees on Xero, Taxfiler, and other accounting tools.- Processing and submitting payroll information to HMRC through the Sage 50+ software.- Generating payroll reports by calculating employee wages, deductions and taxes accurately.- Providing tax advisory to clients to optimize tax efficiencies and minimize tax liabilities.

I got promoted to Accounts Payable Team Lead after demonstrating exceptional performance and dedication in my previous role. I am now responsible for accounts payable process, managing a team of 4 people and other payable related tasks.- Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable team, including payment approvals.- Setting performance targets for the team and conducting regular performance evaluations.- Monitoring payment schedules, prioritizing payments based on due dates and vendor terms.- Handled weekly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, including, financial statements, cash flow report & AP/AR forecasts.- Prepared sales commissions report for the sales team which included their commission on the profits.- Negotiating vendors payment terms & saved $10m+ for the company in terms of extended payment terms.

vCloud Tech is a USA-based IT, software, and hardware reseller operating on Amazon and handling government tenders.- Creating purchase orders in accordance with the quotations and sending it to the vendors.- Processing invoices, managing customer collections and ensuring timely payments.- Managing working capital and ensuring that the cash flows are stable & positive.- Reconciling vendor statements & customer ledgers to ensure accuracy and consistency in records.- Ensuring timely resolution and clearance of any discrepancies identified during reconciliations.- I automated invoicing & purchase order system, saving time and improving operational efficiency.

Successfully transitioned from Trainee Accountant to Business Accountant, based on strong performance, assuming greater responsibilities in accounting, tax compliance, and client advisory for UK SMEs.- Managed the portfolio of 50+ clients and trained 3 new interns as well.- Timely preparation of final accounts, corporation tax returns, VAT returns, self assessments for management review & approval.- Monthly bookkeeping of 50+ clients and maintaining accurate financial data in Xero, QuickBooks etc.- Ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards and regulations (FRS 102, 105).- Reviewing the work of juniors to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance.

Clear House Accountants Ltd is a UK based accounting & taxation firm.- Inputting financial data into accounting systems and maintaining accurate financial records.- Performing bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.- Communicating deadline reminders to clients and requesting relevant documents for processing.- Arranging, sorting & categorizing client's documents and records.- Assisting seniors in monthly bookkeeping, annual preparation of accounts, filing quarterly VAT returns and self assessments.