Sadaf Gulzar
Bradford
Summary
Accounting professional versed in internal controls, taxation and business accounting practices. Focused on helping improve financial solvency with optimised systems and accurate forecasting. Diligent about auditing records and maintaining compliance standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Assistant Accountant
Dm Keith Limited
Leeds
11.2025 - Current
- Established electronic filing system, enhancing accessibility for audits and inspections.
- Supported senior accountants in monthly and yearly closings, streamlining operational workflows.
- Executed month-end procedures, particularly vehicle closures, Lead schedules ensuring accuracy in accounts.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Produced weekly internal debtor and creditor reports, resolving balance discrepancies.
- Completed nominal reconciliations to validate account integrity.
- Facilitated timely processing of vehicle payments to maintain cash flow.
- Posted Kia bonuses monthly, reconciling with sales ledger records.
Accounts Assistant
DM Keith Limited
Leeds
07.2024 - 10.2025
- Process over 300 purchase invoices monthly, ensuring timely payments and financial efficiency.
- Reconcile supplier statements, identifying discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.
- Conduct bi-monthly payment runs, maintaining the nominal ledger for month-end closures.
- Executed meticulous monthly aged credit and debtors reports, supporting strategic decision-making with clear financial insights..
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams during month-end closures, ensuring accurate financial reporting and fostering a supportive work environment.
Accounts Assistant and Admin
Beevers and Struthers Chartered Accountants
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Chasing Accounts from Clients using Iris data
- Preparing and Submitting Accounts and CT600 using Iris
- Preparing and Submitting CS01
- Dealing with post
- Preparing and Submitting VAT Returns through Freeagent
- Billing on Iris Practice engine for billing clients
- Dealing with DS01 (closure of companies)
- Formation of Limited Companies
- Dealing With HMRC regarding CT600 Repayments
- Timesheets on Iris Practice engine
Bookkeeper and SME Assistant
Beevers and Struthers
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Bookkeeping tasks including Purchase invoices, Sale invoices and bank statement on XERO, DEXT and JDOC
- Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and bank Reconciliations
- Preparation of VAT Returns
- Dealing With clients on emails and in person
- Answering Client queries
- Monthly Payroll Journals
- Preparing accounts on excel and then uploading on my work papers
Accounts Assistant & Administrator
Medina Accountants Limited
Nottingham
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Sorted invoices and other documents and prepared files for clients
- Bookkeeping tasks including Purchase invoices, Sale invoices and bank statement on VT Transaction software
- Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and bank Reconciliation
- Preparation of VAT Returns, Dealing With clients
- Answering Phone Calls
- Photocopying and Scanning Documents
- Payroll Administration
- Time sheet Management
Education
Master of Business Administration - Marketing
GIFT University
Pakistan 10.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
GIFT University
PakistanSkills
- Iris accounting
- Microsoft Word
- Credit control
- Outlook
- Xero
- Pinewood Pinnacle
- Accounts reconciliation knowledge
- VT Transaction Software
- Bookkeeping
- Financial reporting
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- Excel proficiency
Accomplishments
Gold Medal in Becheelors and Silver in Masters
Languages
English
Fluent
Urdu
Native
Additional information
- Key Achievements
- Reduced invoice errors by 15% through improved data entry processes
- Managed over 150 client accounts, achieving 98% satisfaction rate
- Processed 200 purchase invoices daily, ensuring 100% accuracy
- Strengths
- Analytical mindset with excellent skills in financial reporting
- Proficient in multiple accounting software
- Strong organizational skills in managing tasks
- Committed to exceptional customer service
Timeline
Assistant Accountant
Dm Keith Limited
11.2025 - Current
Accounts Assistant
DM Keith Limited
07.2024 - 10.2025
Accounts Assistant and Admin
Beevers and Struthers Chartered Accountants
05.2023 - 06.2024
Bookkeeper and SME Assistant
Beevers and Struthers
09.2022 - 04.2023
Accounts Assistant & Administrator
Medina Accountants Limited
09.2020 - 02.2022
Master of Business Administration - Marketing
GIFT University
10.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
GIFT University