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Bryan Weir FMAAT AATQB

Leven,Fife

Summary

Detail-oriented finance professional with expertise in the monthly close process, financial reporting, and account reconciliation. Demonstrates a strong ability to streamline financial operations and enhance reporting accuracy. Committed to leveraging skills to drive organisational efficiency and support strategic financial goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Financial analyst III

Old Course Ltd
St Andrews, Fife
07.2020 - Current
  • Coordinate and complete month end closure processes to deadlines whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy for management reporting.
  • Responsible for balance sheet accounts and reconciliations, investigating and correcting any variances to maintain accurate records.
  • Provided detailed financial reports for improved business decision-making including budget planning, forecasting and variance analysis.
  • Developed and presented financial presentations to company stakeholders.
  • Worked collaboratively with auditors, ensuring accurate financial records.
  • Identified cost-saving opportunities with thorough expense analysis.
  • Streamlined financial data processing by implementing new software tools, improving efficiency by including automated systems.

Financial accountant

Fife Accounting Services Limited
Leven, Fife
09.2017 - Current
  • Provided business mentoring, consulting and training to assist clients
    in determining business strategy and achieving profitability goals.
  • Identified operational process inefficiencies and recommended
    necessary improvements.
  • Produced, reviewed and processed VAT, Corporation and
    Self-Assessment tax forms.
  • Established complete accounting structures, processes and controls to meet individual business requirements.
  • Full accounting cycle, including year end processes and annual accounts creation.
  • Represented clients in communication with tax authorities and
    provided knowledgeable litigation support to resolve financial issues.

Police officer

Police Scotland
Glenrothes, Fife
03.2013 - 09.2017
  • Mitigated risk and accurately analysed and evaluated criminal
    prosecution information while processing crime scenes.
  • Coordinated with social services agencies to assist vulnerable individuals.
  • Intervened promptly during disturbances at public gatherings, restored peace swiftly.
  • Ensured victim care and support throughout investigation processes, fostered goodwill.
  • Enhanced community safety with regular crime prevention initiatives.
  • Maintained public order by patrolling designated areas.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues in multi-agency task forces to resolve cases.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into reported crimes, resulting in successful resolution.
  • Adhered strictly to legal regulations whilst conducting duties, ensuring professionalism.
  • Provided security at large-scale events, minimising potential threats effectively.
  • Utilised negotiation skills to defuse volatile situations peacefully.
  • Responded to emergency calls for immediate intervention and support.
  • Prepared detailed case reports for use in court proceedings.
  • Improved team efficiency by providing hands-on training sessions.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership in managing diverse teams during operations.

Police officer

Fife Constabulary
Glenrothes, Fife
07.2010 - 03.2013

Police officer

Lothian and Borders Police
Edinburgh, Midlothian
03.2002 - 07.2010

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Police Service Leadership and Management

SQA and the Scottish Police Authority
Kincardine, Fife
01.2008 - 12.2010

Diploma of Higher Education - Accountancy

Association of Accounting Technicians
London
07.2013 - 06.2017

Skills

  • Highly organised
  • Monthly close process
  • Financial reporting
  • Account reconciliation
  • Financial management
  • Financial auditor relations
  • Budgeting and financial forecasts
  • Accounting software proficiency
  • Full cycle accounting

Certification

Licensed accountant regulated by the Association of Accounting Technicians to engage in public practice. Licence Number: 1002282.


Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language.

Timeline

Financial analyst III

Old Course Ltd
07.2020 - Current

Financial accountant

Fife Accounting Services Limited
09.2017 - Current

Diploma of Higher Education - Accountancy

Association of Accounting Technicians
07.2013 - 06.2017

Police officer

Police Scotland
03.2013 - 09.2017

Police officer

Fife Constabulary
07.2010 - 03.2013

Diploma of Higher Education - Police Service Leadership and Management

SQA and the Scottish Police Authority
01.2008 - 12.2010

Police officer

Lothian and Borders Police
03.2002 - 07.2010

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