- Conservation
- Hiking
- Playing the piano
Callum McBrien
Manchester,Lancashire
Summary
Experienced audit and accounts semi-senior with a strong background in audit management, tax compliance, and financial statement analysis. Demonstrates expertise in leading audit engagements across diverse sectors, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and HMRC regulations. Proficient in using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks, with advanced Excel skills to support data reconciliation and bookkeeping tasks. Adept at liaising with clients, preparing year-end accounts, and conducting thorough stock takes to ensure accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit and accounts Semi-senior
TC Group
Chorley, Lancashire
2024.11 - Current
- Led audit engagements from planning through to completion, ensuring thorough evaluations across multiple sectors including charities, retail, hospitality, and manufacturing.
- Ensured compliance with HMRC regulations by meticulously preparing individual tax returns.
- Executed bookkeeping tasks including data entry to Sage with precision and attention to detail.
- Prepared year-end accounts for limited companies in accordance with UK GAAP to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Conducted thorough stock takes to ensure accuracy and compliance during audit testing.
Audit Trainee
BDO
Manchester, Lancashire
2023.01 - 2024.08
- Assisted in planning and executing external audits for a range of clients, from medium-sized entities to large international companies.
- Tested financial controls and performed substantive audit procedures.
- Examining financial statements to ensure compliance with UK accounting and audit standards.
- Prepared audit working papers and documented findings clearly.
- Conducted reconciliations and analytical reviews to identify discrepancies.
- Liaised with clients to obtain documents and resolve queries.
Urban Ranger
Groundwork Greater Manchester
Manchester, Lancashire
2022.01 - 2022.10
- Performed conservation activities in greenspaces around Greater Manchester to assist in the protection of wildlife and habitats.
- Assisted in maintenance activities of greenspaces, including infrastructure upkeep and litter management.
- Supported project managers in construction projects in public parks.
- Applied herbicides safely to effectively control invasive plant life in public and private spaces.
Volunteer
The Conservation Volunteers
Manchester, Lancashire
2021.01 - 2021.12
- Assisted in habitat restoration projects, including tree planting, and invasive species removal.
- Maintained trails, fencing, and public access areas.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to complete conservation activities efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester2019
A-Levels -
Bury College
Manchester2016
GCSEs -
Philips High School
Manchester2014
ACA
ICAEW
Skills
- Audit management
- Tax compliance
- Financial statement analysis
- Data reconciliation
- Use of various accounting software, including Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks
- Proficient in the use of Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Interests
Timeline
Audit and accounts Semi-senior
TC Group
2024.11 - Current
Audit Trainee
BDO
2023.01 - 2024.08
Urban Ranger
Groundwork Greater Manchester
2022.01 - 2022.10
Volunteer
The Conservation Volunteers
2021.01 - 2021.12
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance
Manchester Metropolitan University
A-Levels -
Bury College
GCSEs -
Philips High School
ACA
ICAEW