Clair Hatton
Telford
Summary
I am an analytical, experienced Accountant adept at improving company financial operations and streamlining processes using effective leadership, planning and decision making abilities. I am self motivated and ready to build a long-term career with a growing team. I am focused on maintaining accurate, compliant records and controls whilst being responsive to dynamic operating conditions. I am detail-oriented and methodical with excellent mathematical skills and keen to continue professional development with a full CIMA qualification.
I am currently completing a Level 7 Cima Apprenticeship which I would like to continue with any potential future employer if the opportunity arises.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller
PS Higgins Electrical Services Ltd
Market Drayton
01.2009 - Current
- Oversee day to day financials across five companies both UK and US based such as credit control, sales ledger and purchase ledger transactions
- Allocating of costs to relevant projects
- Processing of all financial documents within the business
- Monitor all company bank accounts
- Reconciliation of all accounts, including balance sheet, asset register and foreign currency
- Prepare periodic statements of financial position, including profit and loss accounts, balance sheets, budgets, cash flow forecasts, variance analysis and potential explanations for directors and stakeholders
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 40 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Consolidate financial data from four of the five companies into one single parent company and produce management accounts periodically for each
- Liaise with American accountant with the filing of US tax return in several states
- Develop a healthy rapport with both customers and suppliers, negotiating purchase discounts, improving cash flow and reducing costs
- Produce periodic project management accounts to present to Project Managers, including cost of sales, overheads, variances and profit and loss information for each project
- Analyze variances in any projects and suggest ways to improve profit in future similar project
- Collaborated closely with department heads to establish accurate budgets and monitor performance against targets.
- Produce Year End trial balance and calculate all pre-tax adjustments
- Prepare Year End Financial Statements ready for submission
- Liaise with external accountant to verify financial data prior to submission
- Liaise with R&D tax specialist to compile relevant financial information to assist with successful R&D claim
- Advise on financial implications of business decisions
- Provide support to all departments to help with financial decisions
- Approval of employee expenses
- Processing and approval of employee time-sheets and allocation to relevant projects
- Prepare, reconcile and submit quarterly VAT returns, ensuring complete accuracy throughout
- Implement several new processes to reduce errors and improve financial reporting
- Implement a cloud-based Project Management system within the business to streamline processes and again reduce errors and financial losses
- Provide training and support for cloud-based Project Management system
- Developed and mentored several junior accountants, providing best practice accounting advice
- Devised, implemented and enforced effective operational and accounting systems, ensuring smooth operations
- Adapted to be able to work from home when the need arises
- Offer professional judgement on financial matters and advise on ways to improve performance
- Communicate financial data to non-financial managers
- Monitor and evaluate financial information and suggest improvements when needed.
- Successfully implemented a cloud based project management system (simPro) which reduced the duplication of daily tasks and streamlined invoicing and payroll processes
- Spearheaded the implementation of new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency and improved financial tracking capabilities.
Education
CIMA Operational Level - CIMA Accounting Apprenticeship
BPP University
08.2024
AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting -
First Intuition
09.2023
GCSE/A LEVEL -
New College
07.1998
GCSE's -
Thomas Telford School
07.1997
Skills
- Sage 50
- Xero
- Simpro
- Microsoft Excel
- Profit & Loss Management
- Balance Sheet Management
- Account Reconciliation
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Management Accounting
- Cash Flow Management
- Project Management
- Financial Planning
- Financial Forecasting
- Financial Analysis
- Policy Planning
- Internal Controls
- Tax Planning
- Period End Closing
- Payroll
- Tax Compliance
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Working Capital Management
Personal Information
- Title: FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
- Nationality: British
- Driving License: Full UK
References
References available upon request
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Exploring the outdoors
- Outdoor cooking
- Watching dance competitions
Timeline
Financial Controller
PS Higgins Electrical Services Ltd
01.2009 - Current
CIMA Operational Level - CIMA Accounting Apprenticeship
BPP University
AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting -
First Intuition
GCSE/A LEVEL -
New College
GCSE's -
Thomas Telford School