Vasiliki Roussou
London,London
Summary
Strategic finance professional with strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach to driving business growth. Expertise in communicating complex financial data clearly enhances decision-making and problem-solving. Proven ability to deliver results through effective teamwork in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Manager
Santis Global Services Limited
London, London
09.2022 - 09.2026
- Assist with annual budget and forecasting preparation for business planning.
- Managed credit control team, producing weekly reports to track performance and identify issues.
- Led monthly reconciliation of bank statements against internal financial records.
- Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations for accuracy and compliance.
- Executed financial tasks for accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Assisted with updates and reconciliations of management accounts for timely month-end close.
- Streamline payment mechanisms, bank reconciliations, and financial transaction processes.
- Manage reconciliations and correct entries to maintain accurate reporting records.
- Compiled weekly sales reports for review by directors and clients.
- Assist with implementing new banking software to streamline processes.
- Configured onboarding systems for clients, ensuring smooth integration processes. client systems such as CBRE and Coupa for onboarding.
Senior Finance Manager
Tareo UK Ltd
London, London
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Prepare management accounts, VAT returns, stock on-hand reports, and weekly flash sales reports to provide financial insights.
- Oversee cash flow management for subsidiaries across multiple regions.
- Managed cash flow operations for subsidiaries across various regions.
- Review departmental spending against budgets to ensure fiscal discipline and accountability.
- Coordinate statutory filings with external accountants in Australia, the UK, and the USA to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Investigate and update financial systems, including PayPal, Afterpay, Klarna, Worldfirst, and Shopify.
- Develop and run procedures for accounting and corporate office tasks covering banking, insurance, IP, and filings.
- Execute regular operational accounting tasks across accounts payable, payroll, and cash flow planning.
- Collaborated with customer service teams to enhance client satisfaction.
Business Office Manager /Finance Assistant
CMOC LTD
London, London
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Streamlined financial processes for sales, purchases, credit control, and expense processing.
- Performed bank reconciliations and recorded high-volume multicurrency supplier invoices accurately.
- Entered financial information into Microsoft D365 with attention to detail.
- Processed payroll data, monitored security, and supported management trade show planning.
- Coordinated schedules for international meetings and appointments., arranged international missions, and handled stakeholder updates.
- Coordinated communication with international organisations and key stakeholders professionally.
- Oversaw reception and secretarial services, coordinated supply orders and updated communication systems.
- Managed office operations and maintained daily premises setup.
- Provided detailed guidance for organising periodic trade shows.
Finance Assistant/Office Manger
Correvate
London, London
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Reconcile bank statements and produce accurate month-end reporting updates.
- Assist with management accounts and submit final updates for board meetings.
- Streamlined financial processes for sales purchases, credit control, and expenses to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Guided team in payroll bureau processing and maintained HR records to ensure compliance and reliability.
- Plan and run office operations, set up premises and meeting rooms.
- Order office equipment, supplies, stationery, and cleaning services for daily needs.
- Supported trade show organisation by coordinating logistics and providing administrative assistance to enhance event success.
- Coordinated travel logistics for domestic and international missions, ensuring smooth itineraries for associates.
- Maintained paper filing systems and sustained accurate records of financial information into Xero
Finance Officer
Listen Up Ltd
London, London
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Manage budgeting and forecasting processes and develop relationships with external advisors.
- Prepare/assisted monthly management accounts.
- Directed bank reconciliation activities and maintained accurate expense records daily.
- Reviewed and updated financial records for sales purchases, credit control, and expenses to ensure accuracy.
- Prepared depreciation journals and budget reports for senior manager reviews, enhancing financial oversight.
- Review spending against budget, with individual departments.
- Raise POs, and invoices.
- Built relationships with US office for bank account transfer management.
- Recorded financial information in Sage 50 and sustained paper filing systems.
Bookeeper/Office Manager
Aframe Media Services Ltd
London, London
05.2010 - 06.2016
- • Managed ordering of childcare vouchers, processed payroll, and maintained HR records with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
- Delivered accurate bank reconciliations and maintained transfers between bank accounts.
- Reviewed and updated finance tasks for sales purchases, credit control, and expenses to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Executed depreciation journals, budgets, and reports, providing timely updates to senior manager for informed decision-making.
- Collaborated with the Finance Director to ensure timely delivery and completion of monthly accounts based on depreciation, journals, and budgets.
- Accurately recorded financial information into Sage 50 and continued paper filing systems.
- Outlined major contributions to the team.
- Organised annual office events and exhibitions as well supervised all aspects of HR duties.
Office Mnager/Finance Assistant
Media Ventura Ltd
London, London
02.2012 - 04.2012
- Managed day-to-day finances, ensuring accuracy in processing sales and purchase invoices, petty cash, and credit control.
- Supported managing director with operational matters, streamlining administrative tasks for effective decision-making.
- Organised meeting rooms, conference calls, and company events within time and budget.
- Tracked regulatory requirements, updating records for ongoing compliance.
- Developed and maintained client database, coordinating office equipment and supplies to enhance operational efficiency.
Purchase Ledger Assistant
Bibendum Wines Ltd
London, London
11.2011 - 02.2012
- Processed daily stock invoices in Maginus Finance system to ensure timely payment.
- Processed multi-currency invoices with precise handling.
- Verified invoices against purchase orders post stock receipt to maintain accuracy.
- Matched received stock with invoices to keep records accurate.
- Compiled and circulated weekly finance reports to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
Volunter Assistant Finance Manager
Media Trust
London, London
05.2011 - 10.2011
- Reconciled bank and balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy of financial records.
- Processed credit control entries in sales and purchase ledgers to maintain up-to-date financial data.
- Scheduled supplier payments and balanced petty cash to support smooth operational cash flow.
Assistant Bookkeeper
Sam Larner Consultancy
London, London
09.2010 - 04.2011
- Reviewed and recorded invoices in spreadsheets while tracking required credit notes to maintain financial accuracy.
- Managed daily invoice-related orders, cancellations, and control processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Produced monthly reports detailing previous results and outstanding payment balances to support effective financial management.
Restaurant Floor Manager
Cielo Ltd
Birmingham, Birmingham
01.2009 - 08.2010
- Maintained high customer service standards with team of 10.
- Organised rotas and led shift team in resolving conflicts effectively.
- Delivered training across customer service topics for team members.
- Supervised stock levels and supplies to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Handled cash and receipts, cleared tills, and coordinated service charges and tips.
- Achieved promotion to team leader within 6 months at Birmingham restaurant and bar.
Card and Loan Manager
Alpha Bank
Athens , Greece
02.2007 - 11.2008
- Reviewed and approved client mortgage and home improvement loan applications, facilitating timely funding for clients.
- Processed credit card applications and managed back-office tasks to support customer account needs.
- Supervised call centre team of 3 to ensure adherence to customer service standards and enhance client satisfaction.
Assistant Accountant
Mytilenos Holdings
Athens, Greece
10.2005 - 04.2007
- Prepared profit and loss accounts and drafted quarterly, half-year, annual balance sheets.
- Analysed financial data and market trends through stock price fluctuations to inform strategic decisions.
- Completed internship assignments at one of Greece’s largest firms, supporting operations in multiple departments.
- Prepared communication materials and coordinated messaging for stakeholders to enhance external relations.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Greece
Athens01-2005
Certificate of Higher Education - Microsoft Applications
Palmers
Athens01-2004
Skills
- Financial statement preparation
- Budget management
- Cash flow statements preparation
- Bank reconciliation
- Month-end close processes
- Accounts payable/receivable oversight
- Credit control
- Invoice management
- Cost reduction strategies
- Balance sheet analysis
- Accounting software expertise
- Financial software utilisation
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Leadership capabilities
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Critical thinking skills
- Account reconciliation
Languages
Greek
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
- Professional Certificate of Learning in Team Management and Leadership. - London 2025-2026
- Certificate in International Finance, City University – London.
- Microsoft Applications Certificate Palmer, Athens – Greece
- IT Proficiencies Office 365 - SharePoint (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft D365, Sage50, Xero, Windows,Mac, DA & Metafour system and banking solutions.
Timeline
Senior Finance Manager
Santis Global Services Limited
09.2022 - 09.2026
Senior Finance Manager
Tareo UK Ltd
03.2021 - 07.2022
Business Office Manager /Finance Assistant
CMOC LTD
10.2019 - 02.2021
Finance Assistant/Office Manger
Correvate
09.2018 - 09.2019
Finance Officer
Listen Up Ltd
09.2016 - 07.2018
Office Mnager/Finance Assistant
Media Ventura Ltd
02.2012 - 04.2012
Purchase Ledger Assistant
Bibendum Wines Ltd
11.2011 - 02.2012
Volunter Assistant Finance Manager
Media Trust
05.2011 - 10.2011
Assistant Bookkeeper
Sam Larner Consultancy
09.2010 - 04.2011
Bookeeper/Office Manager
Aframe Media Services Ltd
05.2010 - 06.2016
Restaurant Floor Manager
Cielo Ltd
01.2009 - 08.2010
Card and Loan Manager
Alpha Bank
02.2007 - 11.2008
Assistant Accountant
Mytilenos Holdings
10.2005 - 04.2007
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Greece
Certificate of Higher Education - Microsoft Applications
Palmers