Wing Sum Wong
Southampton
Summary
Results-driven Financial Controller with proven experience overseeing financial operations, treasury management, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, VAT compliance, and statutory reporting.
Experienced in using Xero to deliver accurate financial reporting, optimise cash flow, and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and internal controls. Adept at partnering with senior management to support commercial decision-making while ensuring full compliance with UK accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Looking to bring my expertise and contribute to organisational success in a new financial controller role. Possesses full right to work in the UK with no visa sponsorship required.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Financial Controller
Ecommerce Supply Chain Ltd
Southampton, Hampshire
2021.11 - 2024.12
- Oversaw accounting, payroll and financial reports to support daily functions.
- Processed payroll for employees, determining team receive timely payments.
- Completed statutory and regulatory reporting requirements within defined deadlines.
- Consolidated capital management, cash flow analysis and reconciliations statements.
- Managed group cash flow with comprehensive weekly financial updates.
- Collaborated with team for annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and financial reporting and analysis.
- Performed monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintained accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Managed month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Led transformation initiatives by improving systems, workflows, and internal processes to increase operational efficiency, strengthen controls, and support business growth.
Assistant Accountant
James Lakeland Limited
London
2020.12 - 2021.08
- Reviewed and filed payroll documents following department procedures.
- Reconciled all company accounts, including credit cards and expenses.
- Compiled reports on sales, expenditure and marketing for senior management.
- Maintained and improved company bookkeeping processes.
- Managed payroll by tracking employee hours and entitlements.
- Drafted and edited financial presentations for management to inform decision-making.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of Southampton
Southampton, STH 2021.09 - 2022.09
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of East Anglia
Norwich 2017.09 - 2020.09
Skills
- Xero software mastery
- Financial planning
- Cash flow management
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Account management
- Statutory account reports
- Pricing and costing
- Budget governance
- Excel proficiency
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
Languages
English
Advanced
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Affiliations
- Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, fishing, and painting, which allow me to relax and stay creative. I also enjoy baking and experimenting with homemade desserts.
Certification
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
-Part-qualified – 9 exemptions awarded through an ACCA-accredited degree; currently completing the Strategic Professional level
Timeline
Financial Controller
Ecommerce Supply Chain Ltd
2021.11 - 2024.12
Master of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of Southampton
2021.09 - 2022.09
Assistant Accountant
James Lakeland Limited
2020.12 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Science - Accounting and Finance
University of East Anglia
2017.09 - 2020.09