Matthew Taylor
Crawley,West Sussex
Summary
Experienced accountant with over 10 years of expertise in financial management, VAT compliance, and leveraging tools like Xero, FYI, and Dext to optimise accounting processes. Adept at project management, team collaboration, and delivering timely and accurate financial reports. Recognised for strong organisational skills, effective communication, and a commitment to hard work and precision in bookkeeping and management accounts.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant/Digital Enabler
Innovi Advisors Ltd
Herne Hill, Lambeth
11.2024 - Current
- Processed invoices, reconciled bank accounts, aged payables, and aged receivables.
- Managed bookkeeping and management accounts for a diverse client base.
- Utilised Xero and Dext to streamline reporting and documentation.
- Coordinated with teams to improve efficiency in financial operations.
- Handled tax investigations by liaising with HMRC to ensure compliance and resolve issues.
Accountant/Digital Enabler
DSK Partners LLP
Croydon, Surrey
10.2020 - 10.2024
- Prepared accurate management accounts and ensured VAT compliance.
- Led reconciliation efforts for financial accuracy across multiple accounts.
- Utilised FYI and Microsoft Office to develop and maintain financial systems.
- Supported clients with bookkeeping and financial planning to drive decision-making.
- Trained clients on using Xero and other accounting software effectively.
- Handled complex account reconciliations; ensured consistency in records.
- Completed detailed profit and loss analysis; identified improvement areas.
Junior accountant
Kings Mill Partnership
Croydon, Surrey
12.2014 - 10.2020
- Conducted audits and prepared annual accounts for clients across various industries.
- Delivered annual accounts and personal tax returns for individual and corporate clients.
- Performed stock takes to ensure accurate reporting of inventory and assets.
- Performed detailed data analysis to enhance reporting accuracy.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data by conducting thorough analysis.
- Improved financial accuracy by performing regular audits on company accounts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Business Management
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 09.2010 - 05.2013
MAAT - Accountancy and Bookkeeping
Association of Accounting Technicians
London 09.2017 - 09.2022
Skills
- Technical Proficiency : Xero, FYI, Dext, Microsoft Office
- Accounting Expertise : VAT compliance, management accounts, invoice processing
- Client Services : Training clients on software, liaising with HMRC
- Operational Skills : Reconciliation (bank accounts, aged payables, and aged receivables)
- Analytical Abilities : Data analysis
- Core Strengths : Project management, communication, organisation, and teamwork
- Personal Attributes : Hard-working, detail-oriented, and time management
Affiliations
- Music
- Sports
Certification
Xero certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accountant/Digital Enabler
Innovi Advisors Ltd
11.2024 - Current
Accountant/Digital Enabler
DSK Partners LLP
10.2020 - 10.2024
MAAT - Accountancy and Bookkeeping
Association of Accounting Technicians
09.2017 - 09.2022
Junior accountant
Kings Mill Partnership
12.2014 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Sport Business Management
Sheffield Hallam University
09.2010 - 05.2013
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