Candidate Summary:
The candidate is a driven and ambitious individual with strong analytical and interpersonal skills. They have demonstrated expertise in financial control, restructuring advisory, and audit management. Their experience spans a wide range of projects and industries, giving them a broad understanding of different financial reporting standards and business operations. They have also shown a commitment to self-improvement and efficiency, with additional training in IT and Excel. Their problem-solving and analytical skills have been proven in situations such as identifying fraud during an audit.
Employment: Financial Controller
August 23 - Present
During their tenure, the candidate was involved in a range of commercial and strategic projects, including the implementation of a new accounting platform. They identified serious control deficiencies and recommended corrections, designed an AI-based solution for time and cost savings, and liaised with various stakeholders. They also conducted an in-depth cash review, reviewed US tax returns, worked on restructuring and merger assessments, and assisted with wealth protection options.
Audit Assistant Manager / Restructuring Advisory Assistant Manager
September 19 - August 23
As an Audit Assistant Manager, the candidate had sole responsibility for delivering deadlines, handling client expectations, reviewing work from junior staff, and completing technical aspects of the engagement. They specialised in listed Public Interested Entities and took on more responsibility when completing audits. They also demonstrated their drive and commitment to self-knowledge by completing extra IT training and discovering fraud during an audit.
Directly involved with liaising with clients, monitoring information flow from management, and producing initial financial analysis and reports. They worked on short term cashflow and funding reviews, independent business reviews, options reviews, and employer covenant reviews. Their rational approach and understanding of specific operations helped stakeholders gain better understanding of key issues and maximise options to preserve value.
Education:
The candidate is a Chartered Accountant, ACA Qualified in 2022. They also hold A-Levels in Accounting, Mathematics, Business Studies, and Product Design, and GCSEs with high grades.
Skills:
The candidate is hardworking and motivated, with a friendly, confident, and helpful manner. They have good client communication skills and the ability to build relationships. They thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and are organised and efficient. Their analytical mindset and problem-solving skills have been proven in their previous roles.
