Darvassen Moogapillay
Enfield
Summary
Dynamic Senior Assistant Accountant with six years of progressive experience in streamlining financial operations for sole traders, partnerships, and small companies under UK GAAP. With a robust track record managing personal tax returns, accounts payable and receivable, and conducting meticulous bank reconciliations, I excel in delivering accurate VAT returns, monthly bookkeeping, and payroll processing. Recognized for thriving under tight deadlines, I leverage exceptional numerical aptitude and advanced software skills to produce insightful financial reports that ensure regulatory compliance and accelerate operational growth. A dedicated and results-driven professional, I consistently exceed expectations, guided by unwavering reliability and adherence to five fundamental principles: integrity, objectivity, professional competence, professional behavior, and confidentiality.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Assistant Accountant
SOA & Associates
Brixton
06.2019 - Current
- Portfolio & HMRC Compliance
- Managed a dynamic portfolio of self-assessment clients and 39 rental properties, expertly calculating tax liabilities and ensuring timely HMRC submissions.
- Demonstrated deep knowledge of tax regulations, sustaining consistent compliance and reducing potential financial risks.
- Comprehensive Financial Statement & Tax Computations
- Prepared detailed financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, and charities—delivering clear fiscal insights and robust financial positioning.
- Computed corporation tax for limited companies and executed quarterly VAT returns with precision, reinforcing regulatory compliance and client trust.
- Payroll, Pension Administration & Process Optimization
- Processed monthly payroll for agency office personnel with impeccable accuracy, contributing to employee satisfaction and operational consistency.
- Calculated monthly Nest Pension submissions, ensuring alignment with statutory requirements and fostering workforce financial security.
- Streamlined payroll and bookkeeping processes, yielding significant time savings while enhancing overall financial data integrity.
- Leadership & Administrative Excellence
- Oversaw all general administrative functions, maintaining seamless operations and thorough documentation following departmental procedures.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, instilling best practices, reinforcing departmental standards, and nurturing professional development.
- Rigorous Financial Analysis & Bookkeeping
- Conducted thorough analyses of financial data to identify discrepancies, ensuring accuracy in customer invoices and general ledger postings.
- Supervised accounts payable and receivable processes, consistently reconciling company accounts, including credit cards and expenses, to maintain up-to-date financial records.
- Regulatory Compliance & Strategic Risk Mitigation
- Produced accurate tax returns and maintained strict adherence to HMRC requirements, effectively minimizing liabilities and supporting organizational integrity.
- Implemented enhanced recordkeeping and process improvements that advanced bookkeeping efficiencies and fortified overall regulatory compliance.
Assistant Accountant
Osborne Certified Accountants
London
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Efficient Financial Processing:
- Processed weekly sales invoices and reviewed debtor balances, ensuring real-time accuracy through Sage Cloud during a fast-paced environment.
- Streamlined Ledger & Payment Operations:
- Finalized purchase ledger reconciliations, executed monthly payment runs, accurately coded invoices, and prepared meticulously checked bank deposits.
- Enhanced Data Integrity & Workflow:
- Investigated and resolved invoice discrepancies while closely monitoring customer and supplier activities to optimize workflow.
- Proactive Reporting & Account Support:
- Addressed member inquiries with prompt account adjustments and payments, while delivering detailed reports and clear financial presentations to senior management.
- Comprehensive Accounts Oversight:
- Monitored accounts payable and receivable to ensure that the general ledger consistently reflected accurate, up-to-date financial records.
Assistant Accountant
Mill Wood Accounting
London
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Preparing financial documents such as invoices, bills, and accounts payable and receivable
- Completing purchase orders
- Managing payroll
- Completing financial reports on regular basis and providing information to finance team
- Completing bank reconciliations
- Entering financial information into appropriate software programs
- Managing company ledgers
- Processing business expenses
Trainee Assistant Accountant
KBM Chartered
Park Royal
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Ledger Setup:Established sales and purchase ledgers using Sage 50, QuickBooks, and Xero.
- Invoice Processing:Processed sales and purchase invoices across Sage 50, QuickBooks, and Xero.
- Transaction Recording:Entered supplier payments and customer receipts to ensure precise cash flow management.
- Bank Reconciliation:Performed detailed bank reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy.
- VAT Management:Prepared, reconciled, and submitted VAT returns to HMRC, ensuring full compliance.
- Payroll Administration:Processed payroll operations, generated pay slips, and prepared P45/P46 forms accurately.
- RTI Reporting:Submitted RTI reports to HMRC in a timely manner.
- Monthly Journal Management:Managed journals for accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and other control accounts.
- Financial Closure:Compiled final trial balances for companies in the IT, construction, and retail sectors.
Logistics Co-Ordinator
Alan Day Volkswagen
West Hampstead
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Liaised with customers to provide order updates and confirm delivery dates and requirements
- Performed audits to review product conformance and presentation
- Analyzed and reconciled stock differences using pinnacle for consistent stock alignment
- Logged and communicated shipment data to suppliers, manufacturing, and sales teams
- Coordinated dispatching of transport vehicles distributing goods across London.
Vehicle Progressor
Bristol Street Motors, Vertu Motors Plc
Chingford
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Performed detailed inspections on daily basis to ensure correct working order
- Inspected finished designs to guarantee perfect quality
- Kept records of work progress and coordinated activities with team members
- Spotted imperfections in surfaces and performed corrective action
- Read standard blueprints and designs to carry out projects to specifications
Customer Service Manager
CC Automotive, Car craft
Enfield Retail Park
01.2012 - 04.2015
- Delivered feedback constructively to enhance staff performance
- Improved customer service experience to facilitate organic growth and loyalty
- Coordinated department workflow to meet objectives and handle competing priorities
- Sought customer feedback and applied data to inform service-level improvements
- Worked closely with finance team to manage sales revenue reporting and accruals
- Communicated courteously with customers by telephone and email
- Collected and verified employee timesheets and reported data to payroll
- Analysis statistics and KPIs to identify potential service improvements
- Took ownership of escalated customer issues and followed through to resolution
- Controlled resources and utilized assets to achieve service and sales targets
- Reviewed customer agreements to verify current and correct data and supporting documentation
- Leveraged strong product and service knowledge to assist customers and resolve issues
- Advised management of customer service trends, creating proactive strategies to maintain best practices
- Recognized issues and implemented corrective actions for continual improvement
- Implemented personal development programs to enhance staff capabilities and satisfaction
Car Preparation Manager
Browns Vauxhall and Honda
Loughton
10.2007 - 12.2011
- Personalized customer service and tailored selling strategies to different customer types
- Advocated company values throughout sales process to promote brand loyalty and customer satisfaction
- Engaged prospective customers in natural conversation to build positive and trusted rapport
- Gained practical experience closing sales in face-to-face environment
- Demonstrated vehicle features, using approved presentation methods to showcase add-on products
- Promoted culture of first-class customer service to help drive return custom and word-of-mouth marketing
- Finalized sales administration accurately and promptly to meet company standards
- Provided post-sales services to offer follow-up support and collect customer feedback
- Helped to set up showrooms and displays to wow visitors
- Processed client orders to guarantee prompt delivery of purchased units
- Engaged customers using up-to-date knowledge on product accessories, prices and key features
- Met sales targets consistently to drive revenue increase
- Maximized opportunities by prospecting customers with genuine enthusiasm and outstanding customer service
- Identified customer needs and desires to proactively promote suitable vehicles and benefits
- Handled high-volume vehicle reservations within target timeframes to achieve service KPIs
- Prepared vehicles to high-quality standards for excellent customer satisfaction
Education
AAT Level 4 AQ2022 - Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements
The Association of Accounting Technicians
CEFR Level B1.1 - English Language
Trinity College
Level 3 Accounts Assistant Practical - Accountancy
Institute of Financial Accountants
United Kingdom 10.2018 - 03.2019
Accounting Software - undefined
Xero
04.2019 - 05.2019
Practical Accountancy Training - undefined
KBM Training & Recruitment
10.2018 - 03.2019
Level 2 Certificate in Accounting - Recording Financial Transactions, Information for Management
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
06.2008 - 03.2009
Level 3 Certificate in Accounting - Maintaining Financial Records, Accounting for Costs
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
06.2008 - 03.2009
ICAEW - Business, Technology and Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales
01.2025 -
ACCA - Business and Technology, Financial Accounting
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
Member - Accountancy
Institute of accountants & bookkeepers
City of LondonSkills
- General ledger accounting expertise
- Financial statements expertise
- Data processing
- Bank reconciliation
- Advanced Excel
- Sage 50 Desktop & Cloud
- Sage Personal & Business Tax
- Sage Parnership Tax Return
- Sage Account Production Advanced
- Sage Payroll Desktop & Cloud
- QTAC Payroll
- Umbrella Payroll
- Quick books
- Tax Filer
- Xero
- Accountancy Manager
- Taxation knowledge
- GAAP standards adherence
- Financial analysis
- Payroll processing
- Profit and Loss Analysis
- Payment Processing
- Financial reporting
- Bookkeeping
- Variance Analysis
- Balance sheet reconciliation
- Accounts payable / accounts receivable
Languages
English
Beginner
French
Beginner
Timeline
ICAEW - Business, Technology and Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales
01.2025 -
Senior Assistant Accountant
SOA & Associates
06.2019 - Current
Accounting Software - undefined
Xero
04.2019 - 05.2019
Assistant Accountant
Osborne Certified Accountants
03.2019 - 06.2019
Assistant Accountant
Mill Wood Accounting
03.2019 - 06.2019
Level 3 Accounts Assistant Practical - Accountancy
Institute of Financial Accountants
10.2018 - 03.2019
Trainee Assistant Accountant
KBM Chartered
10.2018 - 03.2019
Practical Accountancy Training - undefined
KBM Training & Recruitment
10.2018 - 03.2019
Logistics Co-Ordinator
Alan Day Volkswagen
01.2018 - 02.2019
Vehicle Progressor
Bristol Street Motors, Vertu Motors Plc
05.2015 - 12.2017
Customer Service Manager
CC Automotive, Car craft
01.2012 - 04.2015
Level 2 Certificate in Accounting - Recording Financial Transactions, Information for Management
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
06.2008 - 03.2009
Level 3 Certificate in Accounting - Maintaining Financial Records, Accounting for Costs
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
06.2008 - 03.2009
Car Preparation Manager
Browns Vauxhall and Honda
10.2007 - 12.2011
CEFR Level B1.1 - English Language
Trinity College
AAT Level 4 AQ2022 - Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements
The Association of Accounting Technicians
ACCA - Business and Technology, Financial Accounting
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
Member - Accountancy
Institute of accountants & bookkeepers
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