Martin Harrison
Solihull,West Midlands
Summary
Dynamic and commercially focused Financial Analyst with extensive experience in strategic financial planning, stakeholder management, and operational improvement. Proven expertise in business partnering, financial analysis, robust cost forecasting, and driving profitability across diverse portfolios. Skilled in fostering cross-functional collaboration, advising on commercial decision-making, and delivering actionable insights. Proficient in MS Office Suite, SAP (ECC, HANA), Oracle, and Cognos, with advanced Excel capabilities and a strong attention to detail.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Client Reconciliation Accountant (FTC)
Davies Group
Home Based
2024.06 - 2024.12
- Conducted full insurer to insurer claims and payments reconciliations
- Resolved client fund reconciliation issues, improving accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with internal teams and external clients to streamline workflows.
- Provided detailed analysis to support the Head of Claims Finance in decision-making.
Finance Professional (Temp)
Rivus Fleet Solutions
Birmingham, West Midlands
2024.03 - 2024.04
- Reconciled supplier accounts to support quarter-end financial processes.
- Prepared financial data, enabling accurate forecasting and budgeting.
Career Break
UK
2023.06 - 2024.02
- Renovated property, provided family care, and traveled to Southeast Asia, developing organizational skills.
Financial Accountant (FTC)
Manufacturing Technology Centre
Coventry, Warwickshire
2023.01 - 2023.06
- Managed a team of 4 Accounts Payable staff and 2 graduate trainees, enhancing performance and workflows.
- Supported statutory year-end accounts preparation, ensuring compliance with FRS102 standards.
- Conducted weekly KPI reviews with the Finance Director, providing actionable insights.
- Increased team productivity by 15% through streamlined processes and mentorship.
FP&A Analyst and Finance Business Partner
Calor Gas
Warwick, Warwickshire
2021.11 - 2022.12
- Sole finance business partner during a 4 month transitional period
- Monthly presentations to Operational Departmental leads
- Designed dashboards for advanced KPI tracking, supporting cost-saving initiatives and business decision-making.
- Provided actionable financial insights and advised managers on improving efficiency.
Senior Financial Accountant
Calor Gas
Warwick, Warwickshire
2021.04 - 2021.10
- Managed a team of 4 Financial Accountants and 1 Fixed Assets specialist.
- Led quarterly balance sheet reviews, presenting findings to the Finance Director and Financial Controller.
- Developed financial projections to support strategic planning.
- Achieved 95% accuracy in balance sheet reconciliations, reducing audit findings by 20%.
Reassurance Accountant
Phoenix Group
Wythall, Worcestershire
2020.08 - 2021.04
- Addressed SAP queries and executed analysis related to month-end, BS, and Profit and Loss.
- Wrote a full set of process notes and procedures for the Team roles.
- Performed deep dive analyses
- Constantly pursued Lean practices by striving to deliver value and eliminating waste.
- Identified process improvements and utilised Six Sigma methodology.
Management Accountant
Genting Casinos
Birmingham, West Midlands
2019.04 - 2019.10
- Controlled statutory accounts preparation in collaboration with auditors to ensure integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial statements.
- Led monthly balance sheet reconciliations of all accounts, posting of all journals relating to revenue, and accruals/prepayment and revenue recognition each month reviewing variance reports.
P2P Accountant
Meggitt
Coventry, Warwickshire
2018.02 - 2019.03
- Resolved invoicing and purchase order inefficiencies, significantly improving accuracy and speed.
- Processed invoices and raised purchase orders faster than historical benchmarks, reducing backlogs.
- Cut processing times by 20% and reduced outstanding invoices by 30%.
Transactional Procurement Analyst
National Grid
Warwick, Warwickshire
2017.06 - 2018.01
- Improved "right first time" PO processing by 25% through optimization initiatives.
- Streamlined procurement operations to enhance efficiency and vendor collaboration
Fixed Assets Accountant
Jaguar Land Rover
West Midlands
2014.02 - 2017.05
- Improved asset tracking systems, reducing discrepancies and enhancing depreciation accuracy.
- Conducted reviews to optimize fixed asset policies and compliance.
Intercompany Accountant
Adecco
Solihull, West Midlands
2011.09 - 2014.02
- Performed balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany reporting to ensure compliance.
- Reviewed financial data to assist in management account preparation.
Assistant Financial Accountant
AAH Pharmaceuticals
Coventry, West Midlands
2010.09 - 2011.09
- Reconciled company car receipts for HMRC reporting, improving accuracy and compliance.
- Conducted a VAT rate review across products, enhancing tax compliance.
Reporting Accountant
Pearl Group
Solihull, West Midlands
2007.11 - 2010.09
- Performed bank and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial records.
- Standardized reporting templates, improving efficiency and accuracy.
Income Analyst
Enterprise Inns
Solihull, West Midlands
2004.10 - 2007.11
- Improved income tracking systems, increasing forecasting accuracy and operational planning.
- Provided variance analyses and recommendations to optimize income streams.
Commercial Finance Analyst
Waterstones Booksellers
Solihull, West Midlands
1998.09 - 2004.10
- Started in the Purchase Ledger team, moved to Commercial Finance after a year
- Promoted to Commercial Analyst and improved automatch rate from 65% to 90% (EDI invoices v delivery notes)
- Conducted store audits and presented findings at regional meetings, enhancing processes.
Education
CIMA (part) - Accountancy
Kaplan UK
Birmingham 2008.01 - 2009.11
AAT (NVQ 4) - Accountancy
AAT
Solihull 2002.09 - 2006.01
Skills
- Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Business Partnering
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Commercial Decision-Making
- Workflow Optimization
- Risk Assessment
- Process Improvements
- SAP, Oracle, Cognos Expertise
Affiliations
- Business and Politics
- Chess
- Quizzes
- British History
- Travel
Timeline
Client Reconciliation Accountant (FTC)
Davies Group
2024.06 - 2024.12
Finance Professional (Temp)
Rivus Fleet Solutions
2024.03 - 2024.04
Career Break
UK
2023.06 - 2024.02
Financial Accountant (FTC)
Manufacturing Technology Centre
2023.01 - 2023.06
FP&A Analyst and Finance Business Partner
Calor Gas
2021.11 - 2022.12
Senior Financial Accountant
Calor Gas
2021.04 - 2021.10
Reassurance Accountant
Phoenix Group
2020.08 - 2021.04
Management Accountant
Genting Casinos
2019.04 - 2019.10
P2P Accountant
Meggitt
2018.02 - 2019.03
Transactional Procurement Analyst
National Grid
2017.06 - 2018.01
Fixed Assets Accountant
Jaguar Land Rover
2014.02 - 2017.05
Intercompany Accountant
Adecco
2011.09 - 2014.02
Assistant Financial Accountant
AAH Pharmaceuticals
2010.09 - 2011.09
CIMA (part) - Accountancy
Kaplan UK
2008.01 - 2009.11
Reporting Accountant
Pearl Group
2007.11 - 2010.09
Income Analyst
Enterprise Inns
2004.10 - 2007.11
AAT (NVQ 4) - Accountancy
AAT
2002.09 - 2006.01
Commercial Finance Analyst
Waterstones Booksellers
1998.09 - 2004.10