Elva Nela

Surbiton

Summary

Financial Reporting Accountant with nearly 20 years’ experience across a family-owned business and accountancy practice. ACCA-qualified, with deep expertise in statutory financial statements, FRS 102 (Section 1A) reporting, and Companies House and HMRC compliance. Highly experienced in preparing and reviewing year-end accounts, supervising and training junior staff, and providing final sign-off for statutory filings. Additional experience includes supporting compliance tasks such as VAT and CIS returns. Now seeking to transition into industry as a Senior Financial Reporting / Financial Reporting Accountant, bringing strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on experience, and a practical, commercially aware approach developed through long-term involvement in an owner-managed business.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work history

Senior Financial Accountant

ChadSan Ltd

2021.01 - 2026.02

(Deputy Head of Year-End Accounts Department – internal title, currently 4 days per week)
Managed and reviewed the preparation of final year-end accounts for a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with FRS 102 (Section 1A) and statutory filing requirements.
Established KPIs to measure team efficiency, enhance accuracy, and boost motivation and performance. Worked closely with management to plan and implement process improvements.
Managed, trained, and provided ongoing support to junior staff, maintaining high standards and consistency in meeting internal deadlines.
Oversaw quality control and provided final sign-off for client accounts prior to submission to Companies House and HMRC.

Company Accountant

Arben Building Contractors Ltd

2006.04 - 2026.02

(Full time from 2006 – 2014; part time 2014 – present, Currently 1 day per week)
Set up accounting systems and manage the finance function, overseeing all bookkeeping, financial processes, and the preparation of quarterly management reports for a newly established business.
Prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns accurately and on time.
Prepare year-end statutory accounts and file with Companies House and HMRC.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and maintain accurate financial records.

Financial accountant

Fullwells Chartered Accountants

2019.09 - 2020.12

Contract / part time
Prepared year-end statutory accounts for a varied client portfolio in compliance with FRS 102 (Section 1A) and statutory filing requirements.
Prepared and submitted corporation and personal tax returns to HMRC, ensuring accuracy and timely compliance.

Client manager

E-accountants Ltd

2014.06 - 2019.08

Part time
Prepared working papers and year-end statutory accounts in compliance with accounting standards.
Prepared and filed corporation and personal tax returns to HMRC.
Supported and trained junior team members, ensuring accuracy and consistency in client deliverables.

Skills

IT: Xero, Iris, TaxCalc, Karbon, Keytime, Sage, Excel (V-lookup and Pivot table)

Accountancy: Statutory Financial Statements, Corporation Tax, Personal Tax, VAT Returns, CIS Returns

References

References available on request

Affiliations

Qualified on 2017: ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
Qualified on 2010: AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians)

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