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Aya Alrahmani

Surrey,UK

Summary

Assistant Accountant with over 4 years of experience in financial management and procurement. Skilled in preparing financial reports, managing accounts payable and receivable, and enhancing internal controls. Proficient in various accounting software, with strong Excel skills. Known for accuracy, organisation, and a problem-solving mindset. Dedicated to supporting business decisions through clear and reliable financial analysis.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
45
45
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Assistant accountant

Sovereign Accounts
London, UK
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Recorded daily financial transactions and maintained accurate, up-to-date ledgers.
  • Managed supplier invoicing and customer billing; processed payments and monitored outstanding balances.
  • Performed bank reconciliations, investigated discrepancies, and ensured timely resolution of financial issues.
  • Supported month-end and year-end closing activities, including trial balance preparation and VAT return submission.
  • Assisted in payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely staff payments.
  • Prepared management reports, including profit and loss statements and ad-hoc financial analyses.
  • Maintained financial records in compliance with UK accounting standards and internal company policies.
  • Contributed to audit readiness by preparing documentation and responding to internal and external audit queries.
  • Liaised with other departments to resolve financial queries and improve cross-functional workflow.

Resources procurement Specialist

Azurreo
Istanbul, Turkey
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Managed supplier contracts to enhance cost efficiency and ensure reliable resource availability.
  • Streamlined procurement processes, achieving measurable cost savings and improving workflow efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained strong vendor relationships to secure timely delivery of critical resources.
  • Analysed market trends and pricing to optimise purchasing strategies and reduce procurement risk.
  • Resolved procurement challenges promptly, minimising disruptions to the supply chain and operations.

Accounts payable assistant

Black Swan Holdings Bulgaria (Remontly)
istanbul, Turkey
09.2022 - 01.2024
  • Processed and recorded supplier invoices in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Executed weekly and monthly payment runs via international bank transfers for timely vendor settlements.
  • Reconciled supplier accounts and bank statements, investigating discrepancies for resolution.
  • Monitored daily bank transactions, ensuring prompt entry in accounting system for cash flow visibility.
  • Prepared financial documentation to support internal reviews and external audits.
  • Managed daily financial transactions, producing accurate reports using QuickBooks remotely.

Accounting assistant

Royal Rahmani
Erbil, Iraq
04.2018 - 08.2020
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate billing and timely vendor payments.
  • Performed monthly bank reconciliations to detect discrepancies and uphold financial accuracy.
  • Recorded financial transactions in accounting software, maintaining up-to-date general ledger and internal databases.
  • Assisted in payroll processing by reviewing timesheets and verifying correct employee payments.
  • Supported month-end and year-end closing by preparing journal entries and audit-ready documentation.
  • Monitored departmental expenses, identified variances, and contributed to financial report preparation.
  • Organised and maintained financial records for easy retrieval during audits or internal reviews.

Banking Trainee

Housing Bank
Amman , Jordan
08.2016 - 10.2016
  • Assisted in daily banking operations, focusing on customer service and accurate transaction processing.
  • Supported the opening and closing of customer accounts while ensuring full KYC compliance.
  • Processed deposits, withdrawals, and fund transfers with speed and precision.
  • Participated in loan application procedures and initial credit evaluations.
  • Gained hands-on experience with core banking systems and internal compliance protocols.
  • Developed a solid understanding of retail banking products and customer relationship strategies.

Education

MSc: Forensic Accounting

University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth
04.2001 - 09.2025

MSc: Information Technology

Bahçeşehiruniversitesi
Turkey
04.2001 - 04.2022

Bachelor : Accounting

University of Petra
Jordan

Skills

Accounting & Finance:

  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Bookkeeping and General Ledger Management
  • Financial Reporting and Budget Monitoring
  • Bank Reconciliation

Accounting Software:

  • Sage 50
  • Xero
  • QuickBooks

Data & Technical Skills:

  • Microsoft Excel (Formulas, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
  • SQL
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Professional Skills:

  • Attention to Detail and Numerical Accuracy
  • Time Management and Multitasking
  • Data Entry and Record-Keeping
  • Customer Service and Communication

Languages

English
Fluent
Arabic
Native

Certification

Bookkeeping & Payroll Training Course

Future Connect Training and Recruitment Ltd., UK

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant accountant

Sovereign Accounts
11.2024 - 06.2025

Resources procurement Specialist

Azurreo
06.2023 - 07.2024

Accounts payable assistant

Black Swan Holdings Bulgaria (Remontly)
09.2022 - 01.2024

Accounting assistant

Royal Rahmani
04.2018 - 08.2020

Banking Trainee

Housing Bank
08.2016 - 10.2016

MSc: Forensic Accounting

University of Portsmouth
04.2001 - 09.2025

MSc: Information Technology

Bahçeşehiruniversitesi
04.2001 - 04.2022

Bachelor : Accounting

University of Petra

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