Fuad Ahmed
London
Summary
Indirect tax professional with five years experience in VAT compliance, investigations and risk analysis within HMRC. Skilled in reviewing complex financial data, identifying VAT risks, and ensuring businesses meet their statutory obligations under UK and EU VAT legislation. Experienced in analysing accounting records, assessing VAT liabilities and supporting compliance improvements. Known for strong analytical problem-solving, effective stakeholder engagement and the ability to translate technical tax concepts into clear guidance for non tax professionals. Seeking to leverage regulatory expertise and commercial awareness in a Senior Tax Compliance role within a fast paced international business environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Tax compliance officer
HM Revenue and Customs
London
03.2021 - Current
- Conduct detailed VAT compliance audits and trader visits to verify correct VAT treatment of transactions and establish true VAT liability.
- Analyse financial records, accounting ledgers, supply chains and business operations to identify inaccuracies, misapplied VAT schemes and potential compliance risks.
- Review VAT accounting entries and transactional data to ensure correct application of VAT legislation and accurate reporting of VAT liabilities.
- Identify high-risk VAT errors and non-compliance, securing corrective tax adjustments and contributing to HMRC revenue protection.
- Issue VAT assessments, penalties and repayment decisions in accordance with UK VAT legislation and HMRC compliance frameworks.
- Engage directly with business owners, finance teams and professional advisors to resolve VAT queries and clarify technical tax positions.
- Prepare detailed compliance reports outlining findings, legislative interpretation and recommended corrective actions.
- Monitor complex VAT arrangements and assess risks associated with business structures, supply chains and cross-border transactions.
- Support internal collaboration by providing technical guidance to colleagues and assisting new starters with case handling and legislative interpretation.
- Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies in case handling and streamlining compliance workflows to improve case progression.
- Conduct investigations into sustained non-compliance, including cases leading to enforcement actions such as placement on the Public Defaulters Register.
Accountant (Part Time)
Dose of Society
London
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained accurate financial records and reconciliations across sales, expenses and operational accounts.
- Analysed revenue streams and transactional data to identify discrepancies and ensure correct financial reporting.
- Assisted with invoice processing and reviewed VAT treatment on supplier invoices and customer billing.
- Coordinated with operational teams to ensure accurate financial documentation and compliance with internal financial procedures.
- Prepared monthly financial summaries and management reports to support decision making and budgeting activities.
- Assisted with payroll processing, budgeting and cash-flow monitoring.
- Used Excel and accounting software to track financial data, reconcile accounts and maintain accurate records.
- Supported financial process improvements by improving data tracking and reporting workflows.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Professional Accounting for Business
University of Kent
CanterburyGCSEs - 11 GCSE's including English and Mathematics
City Of London Academy - Islington
LondonSkills
Tax & VAT Expertise Technical & Analytical Communication & Collaboration
- UK VAT legislation and compliance
- EU VAT principles and cross-border transactions
- VAT risk assessment and investigations
- VAT return review and liability assessment
- Tax compliance monitoring
- Financial record and ledger analysis
- Data reconciliation and transaction review
- VAT accounting entries
- Fraud detection and compliance investigations
- Microsoft Excel and financial analysis
- Translating technical tax concepts for non-tax professionals
- Stakeholder engagement and trader negotiations
- Report writing and evidence gathering
- Cross-team collaboration and knowledge sharing
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Achieved Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt , demonstrating long-term discipline, resilience and technical mastery.
- Competed in regional, national and international competitions.
- Designed structured coaching sessions and technical workshops.
- Completed structured UX/UI learning programmes covering research, wireframing and prototyping
Timeline
Tax compliance officer
HM Revenue and Customs
03.2021 - Current
Accountant (Part Time)
Dose of Society
03.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Professional Accounting for Business
University of Kent
GCSEs - 11 GCSE's including English and Mathematics
City Of London Academy - Islington