Callum Addison

I currently serve as Group Accountant at BCA UK. My core competencies include attention to detail, adherence to accounting standards, and management of group accounts.

During my placement at Marshall Motor Group, I was actively involved in the divestment of the Toyota and Lexus dealership sites. This experience provided me with firsthand exposure to the due diligence and transaction process. I also worked closely with financial controllers on divisional performance analysis, helping to identify the best-performing sites through the use of tailored financial KPIs and profitability insights. This contributed to more informed decision-making at a senior level.

During my time in Group Finance, I played a key role in supporting the preparation of statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and contributing to a smooth year-end audit process. I was involved in compiling financial data, reviewing the accuracy of ledgers, and assisting with the consolidation of group entities. Additionally, I helped produce KPI reports used by senior leadership, which reinforced data-driven decision-making across the organisation. This experience deepened my technical understanding of financial reporting and enhanced my ability to work accurately under tight deadlines.

As an Inventory Accountant at Cinch, my primary responsibilities included preparing the working capital report and performing thorough inventory reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance. Throughout my tenure, I identified opportunities to enhance operational efficiency within our processes. In response, I designed and implemented a comprehensive suite of Excel macros that automated key analysis tasks, significantly reducing the time spent on manual data entry and calculations.

During my final rotation, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the dynamic UK Remarketing team, where I spearheaded a comprehensive project aimed at optimising transport inefficiencies. This involved a meticulous analysis of transport movements and aborts, allowing me to identify critical areas where potential savings and opportunities could be realised. My role also extended to participating in weekly forecasting activities, where I integrated actual performance data into our rolling forecasts. This collaboration not only sharpened the accuracy of our financial projections but also enhanced the overall reliability of our short-term financial planning efforts.