Assistant Accountant with practical experience in bookkeeping, VAT returns, bank reconciliations, and preparation of accounts for sole traders and limited companies within UK accountancy practices. Familiar with HMRC compliance requirements and financial reporting standards. Experience supporting year-end accounts, maintaining general ledger records, and assisting senior accountants with client portfolios. Currently progressing towards ACCA qualification. Proficient in Sage 50, Bright Manager, and Microsoft Excel.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Assistant Accountant
M Zaidi & Co Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditor
London
2025.04 - 2026.04
Assisted in preparing accounts and tax returns for sole traders and limited companies while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Delivered bookkeeping and VAT returns within deadlines by improving data validation to reduce errors.
Supported year-end accounts preparation for clients.
Responded promptly to client queries, receiving recognition for reliability.
Helped senior accountants and managers in various tasks to improve team efficiency.
Key highlights
Managed a portfolio of clients across information technology, construction installation, travel agency activities, care homes, auto repairs, retail sectors & health activities, ranging to £4M.
Successfully took ownership of responsibilities across assistant accountant role on a high-profile Sage Accounts Production, ensuring seamless delivery and quality outcomes recognized with the member of the month award for outstanding performance.
Managed 6+ companies account of a single client with team sizes ranging from 2-7 members.
Trainee Accountant
SK Accountants
London
2024.11 - 2025.03
Processed VAT returns and conducted thorough bank analyses with precision.
Supported accounts production and assisted in self-assessment tax returns preparation.
Registered new clients with HMRC ensuring adherence to compliance requirements.
Trainee Accountant
IBISS & Co – Chartered Tax Advisers
London
2023.04 - 2024.11
Supported VAT return submissions and assisted in accounts production and bank reconciliation processes.
Facilitated self-assessment and client HMRC registrations to ensure compliance.
Performed document scanning to maintain accurate records.
Responded to client inquiries and provided timely assistance via phone calls.