Simon Lant

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ACA Accountant

Status: Actively looking
Location: London
Desired location: London
Specialisms: Audit, Financial Statements, financial accounting
Job Type: Permanent,Contract,Remote
Availability: Immediate
Overview:

Candidate Summary:

An ACA chartered accountant with 1 year of post-qualification experience in the accounting sector. This candidate demonstrates a keen interest in analysing and understanding financial data to drive and influence business performance. They are an enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic and advanced problem-solving skills. The candidate has experience leading audit teams, maintaining effective time management, and communicating with key stakeholders. They also have a commercial understanding of multiple businesses across various sectors.

Employment:

Travelling South East Asia: December 2023 - May 2024

Qualified Senior Auditor

February 2019 - November 2023

Performed detailed strategic analysis of client businesses, lead audit teams of up to 5 people, maintained effective time management while handling multiple clients, and reported directly to senior management and partners. Also, prepared and analysed budgets, tested and evaluated internal controls, and prepared financial statements in accordance with UK GAAP and IFRS.

Hospitality Assistant

2016 - 2019

Worked as a hospitality assistant at high-end events, handling agency bartending and waitressing duties. Worked in fast-paced environments under pressure and adapted to different work situations.

Education:

ICAEW: ACA 2019 - August 2022

BSc. (Honours) Economics and Mathematics, 2:1, 2015 - 2018

A-levels: Mathematics (A), Further Mathematics (B), Geography (C)

9 GCSEs: Grades A-C including Maths (A) and English (A)

Skills:

Expert MS Excel (including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables), proficiency in MS Outlook, Word and PowerPoint, Xero certified advisor, budgeting, leading teams, numerical analysis, attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, and developing others.

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