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Lewis Castello

Bognor Regis,West Sussex

Summary

ACCA Affiliate finance professional with over eight years experience across professional services, not-for-profit, and product-focused sectors. Skilled in understanding client requirements and translating complex challenges into practical solutions. Experienced in leading system reviews, reporting, and implementations, supporting organisations through change programmes to ensure systems align with operational and reporting needs. Focused on process optimisation, maximising system value and enabling teams to operate with confidence and clarity.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work history

Digital Solutions Specialist

Carpenter Box Limited
04.2021 - Current

Within Carpenter Box, I play a key role in supporting the development of the Digital Team, with a focus on analysing client systems and processes to identify challenges and areas for improvement. My responsibilities include:

  • Leading and assisting clients in improving processes by reviewing and optimising existing systems regularly.
  • Managed large-scale implementations of both off-the-shelf and bespoke software solutions.
  • Acted as the primary point of contact for software solution providers, fostering strong and effective working relationships.
  • Supported client relationships to secure repeat business opportunities.
  • Led client business process reviews, understanding and mapping both client systems and processes, including offering both immediate and long term solutions.
  • Acted as primary contact point for clients regarding technical queries or concerns.
  • Documented standard development procedures and provided training for new personnel.
  • Conducted demos and training sessions for clients on multiple solutions, including Xero, QuickBooks and Sage Intacct, plus other industry/process specific solutions.
  • Participated and led system reviews and migrations from desktop to cloud solutions.
  • Engaged in networking events to identify potential leads for business growth.
  • Provided training and support to both immediate team members and wider business teams, ensuring effective software adoption and understanding.
  • Supported internal strategic and operational processes to improve efficiency and oversight.
  • Developed and evolved the team's service offerings, ensuring they adapt to the continually changing software landscape.

Level 4 Apprentice Accountant

Evans Weir
12.2017 - 03.2021
  • Assisted in preparation of financial accounts for limited and sole trader companies.
  • Completed quarterly VAT returns effectively.
  • Supported general bookkeeping tasks necessary for account preparation.
  • Managed monthly and weekly payroll processes efficiently.
  • Handled client queries daily, providing timely assistance.
  • Performed general office duties, including answering phone calls and greeting clients.

Education

Professional Certification - ACCA Affiliate – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

ACCA

AAT level 4 Professional Diploma - Accounting

Chichester College
04.2001 -

A Levels - Math’s, Biology, Psychology

Queensmead Sixth Form
04.2001 - /2014

GCSEs -

Queensmead Secondary School
04.2001 - /2011

Skills

  • Strong understanding across a range of finance and business systems, including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, and sector-specific platforms such as Unleashed, Employment Hero, Dext, Telleroo, and Approval Max
  • Experience using IRIS, CCH, and Practice Engine within professional services environments
  • Finance system implementation experience, including requirements gathering, configuration, go-live support and post-implementation training
  • Strong ability to understand and translate complex business requirements into practical system solutions
  • Excellent communication and client engagement skills, developed through ongoing client interaction
  • Skilled in client relationship management, negotiation, objection handling and identifying buying signals
  • Trained in consultative selling through Barry Rhein’s Selling Through Curiosity methodology
  • Approved Sage Intacct Partner with experience supporting end-to-end system deployments
  • Supporting GTM strategies, identifying targets gaps and industry trends

Timeline

Digital Solutions Specialist

Carpenter Box Limited
04.2021 - Current

Level 4 Apprentice Accountant

Evans Weir
12.2017 - 03.2021

AAT level 4 Professional Diploma - Accounting

Chichester College
04.2001 -

A Levels - Math’s, Biology, Psychology

Queensmead Sixth Form
04.2001 - /2014

GCSEs -

Queensmead Secondary School
04.2001 - /2011

Professional Certification - ACCA Affiliate – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

ACCA
Lewis Castello