Alexandra Isaie

• Handling day-to-day bookkeeping activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial records.
• Preparing VAT returns and assisting with compliance-related tasks.
• Overseeing employee expense submissions and ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts and ensuring accounts are accurate and complete for senior finance review.
• Posting monthly journals, including accruals, prepayments, and other required adjustments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable, including processing invoices and reconciliations
• Supporting the development and implementation of finance policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls.
• Preparing content for investor-facing financial reports that inform performance reviews and strategic decisions.
•Carrying out ad hoc finance tasks as required to support the broader finance team and business operations.

• Maintaining clients’ financial records through regular bookkeeping and bank reconciliation using the Xero accounting system.
• Managing aged payables and receivables efficiently, ensuring timely tracking and follow-up.
• Reviewing and approving payables and receivables.
• Supporting the Management Accountant in collating accounting records for month-end and year-end reporting.
• Preparing quarterly VAT returns efficiently.
• Managing and preparing monthly payroll for clients.
• Assisting with supplier payment runs to ensure timely transactions.
• Providing day-to-day financial support and guidance to clients.
• Contributing to the creation of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support new starters and ensure consistent processes across the team.

• Acted as Duty Manager, leading teams and ensuring smooth store operations in the absence of senior leadership.
• Enhanced team productivity through effective coaching, feedback, and performance monitoring.
• Implemented innovative approaches to prioritising customer satisfaction.
• Oversaw and optimised daily task allocations to meet operational goals.
• Supported staff training and professional development.
• Maintained compliance with health and safety standards while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

• Ensured proper inventory levels through effective purchasing procedures.
• Maintained accuracy in orders and monitoring inventory trends to meet customer demands.
• Conducted detailed sales and product analysis to optimise profit margins.
• Assisted with regional sales promotions and adhered to company-wide sales objectives.
• Trained team members to enhance product knowledge and performance.