SYED HUZAIFA ZAIDI

• Process supplier invoices, subcontractor applications for payment, and employee expenses accurately in line with company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Perform supplier statement reconciliations and maintain supplier master data with a high level of accuracy and integrity.
• Operate standard P2P processes, systems, and controls to ensure compliance with statutory and internal audit requirements.
• Ensure financial data integrity through detailed review and reconciliation of invoices, purchase orders, and expenses.
• Collaborate with procurement and finance teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely payments.
• Deliver high levels of customer service to internal stakeholders and external suppliers, resolving queries promptly.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency within the Shared Service Centre.
• Support operational excellence initiatives by streamlining workflows and reducing processing cycle times.
• Contribute to process documentation and knowledge sharing across teams.

Key Achievements:

• Trained and supported new starters, improving onboarding efficiency and team capability.
• Improved invoice processing efficiency by identifying workflow enhancements, reducing turnaround times.

• Processed personal banking applications with a focus on accuracy, KYC compliance, and financial data integrity.
• Reconciled tills daily and handled cash deposits, withdrawals, and large BACS transactions with minimal discrepancies.
• Processed an average of 12 banking applications per day, maintaining full compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Liaised with internal departments to resolve complex customer queries, including large BACS payments.
• Supported annual tax year-end processes and provided clear financial product guidance.
• Supported back-office reporting by maintaining logs of escalated cases and resolutions.

Key Achievements:

• Strengthened attention to detail through daily reconciliations and fund verification.
• Honed communication skills by clearly explaining financial concepts to a diverse customer base.

• Coordinated communication between accountants and internal team members to support timely financial reporting.
• Tracked incoming and outgoing payments, ensuring records were accurate and up-to-date.
• Assisted in basic bookkeeping by organising receipts, invoices, and expense forms for the club’s accountant.
• Handled incoming financial queries and managed document control to ensure data accuracy and compliance.

Key Achievements:

• Developed skills in managing correspondence, invoice-related queries, and record maintenance.
• Developed critical organisational, teamwork, and communication skills, essential for streamlined financial operations.