Ali Baboiyan
Summary
Billing Analyst with over 2.5 years of experience in billing, reporting, and financial operations within global law firms and accountancy practices. Currently supporting billing operations at A&O Shearman, the world's third largest law firm, delivering high-volume invoicing, WIP analysis, and financial reporting across global jurisdictions. Holds an MSc in Accounting from Queen's University Belfast and has completed 8 of 13 ACCA exams. Recognised for strong Excel skills, data accuracy, and a proven track record of improving billing processes and supporting automation initiatives. Highly motivated to grow within a fast-paced, technology-driven business.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Assistant - EBilling Team
AO Shearman
02.2024 - Current
- Deliver accurate and timely invoicing for global clients, supporting both recurring and one-off charges with a 98% success rate.
- Execute monthly close processes by preparing billing summaries, ensuring timely revenue posting, and meeting strict internal deadlines across multiple business units.
- Collaborate closely with senior partners, revenue controllers, and finance managers across global offices to track billing milestones and support cash flow forecasting.
- Generate, edit, and submit high-value client invoices (up to £4 million) through Elite 3E, adhering to complex billing arrangements and client-specific formats.
- Produce ad hoc financial reports and WIP (Work-in-Progress) aging analyses using Excel, which resulted in identifying £150k in aged debt and improving collection efforts.
Trainee Accountant
Tennisfa
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Supported the month-end close cycle, ledger entries, and reconciliations under supervision.
- Assisted with VAT returns, audit preparations, and financial statement reviews.
- Prepared journal entries and maintained accurate records of financial transactions.
- Gained hands-on experience with budgeting, reporting, and stakeholder liaison.
Education
MSc - Accounting
Queen's University Belfast
BSc - Accounting
University of Tehran
ACCA Qualification - 8/13 Exams Completed
ACCA
Skills
- Month-end close and reconciliations
- Data Analysis: Excel (Advanced), Power BI, SQL (Basic)
- Stakeholder Communication (Senior Management & Partners)
- ERP Systems: 3E, SAP, NetSuite(Familiarity)
- WIP Analysis and Aged Debt Reporting
Additional Information
Eligible to work in the UK (sponsorship required after; New Entrant [Lower Salary]). Open to relocation across the UK.
Timeline
Finance Assistant - EBilling Team
AO Shearman
02.2024 - Current
Trainee Accountant
Tennisfa
02.2021 - 06.2022
MSc - Accounting
Queen's University Belfast
BSc - Accounting
University of Tehran
ACCA Qualification - 8/13 Exams Completed
ACCA
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