Alix Martin
Hamilton,South Lanarkshire
Summary
Motivated and eager individual with experience in the finance industry. I possess strong skills in preparing financial information for various clients and extensive knowledge of accounting software's and Microsoft packages. I have excellent communication and organisation skills gained through my experience in bookkeeping, weekly planning and ensuring communication with my team on a daily basis.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Accounts Assistant
Sharles
Hamilton
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts.
- Prepare year-end accounts files, including profit and loss, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Assist our internal tax department by preparing corporation tax computations and self-assessment tax returns.
- Import bank transactions, purchase invoices, and sales invoices onto different accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks)
- Make adjustments for accruals and prepayments through journal entries as part of monthly, quarterly, and year-end processes.
- Prepare year-end financial statements in line with accounting standards such as FRS 102.
- Prepare VAT returns to support the bookkeeping department, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Communicate with management, providing insights and support on decision-making.
- Ensure clear communication within my team to maintain strong working relationships, and clear visuals on team goals for each week.
- The ability to identify my strengths and weaknesses each week to ensure continuous improvement in my work.
- Pulled together PAYE, net wages and Pension reconciliations to identify discrepancies between payments and payroll information.
Audit Associate
Grant Thornton UK LLP
Glasgow, Lanarkshire
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted engagement partners in preparing audit finding reports for client presentations.
- Collaborated with various levels of management to address concerns regarding budgeted hours and client meetings.
- Adapted approach and communication to each client, resulting in maximum client satisfaction.
- Examined company records for signs of improper accounting methods and other potential risks.
- Performed bank reconciliations for numerous clients with different currencies, detecting and resolving discrepancies through email and team calls.
- Evaluated and executed current audit testing protocols.
- Used initiative to identify potential issues and risks, suggesting proactive solutions.
- Developed and managed high-quality working papers for control evaluation records, test summary sheets, and system notes.
- Demonstrated exceptional teamwork skills, resulting in positive working relationships with both colleagues and clients.
- Prepared preliminary and concluding analytic reviews and addressed client teams with any concerns/questions.
- Maintained productivity in a high-demand office setting, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
Controller
Anubis security
Carluke, Lanarkshire
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided assistance to clients and employees through responding to emails and phone calls
- Monitored and managed up to 15 sites daily, ensuring the presence of all guards on-site.
- Addressed any concerns related to no shows or sickness and secured suitable replacements for our clients.
- Collaborated in a team environment, delivering exceptional client service.
- Demonstrated strong ability to stay up-to-date with high volume of incoming calls and emails during demanding periods.
Education
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Carluke High School
South Lanarkshire, SLKSkills
- Great organisation skills
- Work well in a team, and busy office environments
- Excellent communication skills
- Time management
- Excel and accounting software experience
Additional Information
- During my 5th year of high school I undertook a foundation apprenticeship in accounting where I attended The City of Glasgow College 2 days a week to gain experience in management and financial accounting.
- My Time to date in the accountancy industry has provided me with an excellent opportunity to develop and improve my skill set, which I have documented within the body of my CV. In addition to this, I have 5 ICAS qualifications which include Assurance, Reporting and performance, Business law, Business Management and Finance and Taxation. I have also completed 2 online BPP courses for digital accountants, which included an introduction to Data analytics as well as further data analytics.
Timeline
Accounts Assistant
Sharles
09.2024 - 12.2025
Audit Associate
Grant Thornton UK LLP
09.2023 - 09.2024
Controller
Anubis security
04.2021 - 08.2023
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Carluke High School