Danish Arif FCCA
Assistant Vice President Financial Controller UK at eSecLending- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Advanced Financial Modelling
Fitch LearningDec, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
ACCA
ACCA
Experience
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eSecLending
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Vice President Financial Controller UK
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Jan 2017 - Present
I am responsible for preparing monthly management and financial accounts including a comprehensive commentary providing actuals and recommendations for submission for the Head Office in Boston, USA. I have liaised with external auditors on year-end issues and completed VAT returns for submission to the HMRC as well as FCA compliant returns.Preparing monthly funding request for the Head Office in Boston based on cash flow management, forecasting and budgeting for the month.I am responsible for payroll, including commission allocation and overcoming PAYE issues, utilising a range of software include Quickbooks to update reports on a monthly basis.Additionally my role includes maintenance of schedule of prepayments and accruals along with fixed asset depreciation and monthly bank reconciliations.The new role also includes being responsible for the UK division's HR including on boarding, administration and HR policy reviews. As well as HR also deal with all UK company administration.
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Financial Controller - UK
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Mar 2015 - Present
I am responsible for preparing monthly management and financial accounts including a comprehensive commentary providing actuals and recommendations for submission to the Head Office in Boston, USA. I liaise with external auditors on year-end issues and annual UK audit. Ensure the accuracy and submission of VAT returns for submission to the HMRC as well as FCA compliant returns.Preparing monthly funding request for the Head Office in Boston based on cash flow management, forecasting and budgeting for the month.I am responsible for payroll, including commission allocation and overcoming PAYE issues, utilising a range of software include Quickbooks to update reports on a monthly basis.Additionally my role includes maintenance of schedule of prepayments and accruals along with fixed asset depreciation and monthly bank reconciliations
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Harmonisation Ltd.
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United Kingdom
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Financial Accountant / Financial Controller
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Jul 2013 - Feb 2015
I led the accounting team in all daily activities, liaised productively with external accountants for statutory returns and oversaw all bookkeeping and Sage management within receivables / payables. I served as a business consultant in diversified business ventures, which provided complex financial analysis and informed recommendations.I completed monthly budgeting and forecasting which included payment runs to maintain the provision of a robust cash flow position for the company. This involved the completion of financial analysis of partner performance against targets, and monitor of correct payments of commission/drawings via spread sheets.I completed VAT returns, end of year accounts and statutory returns, assisted with payroll and HR and liaised with HMRC on PAYE issues, ensuring consistent and accurate record keeping is maintained at all times and that staff performed appropriately and with integrity on a daily basis. Additionally overseeing the company's switchover from a LLP to LTD status.
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Finance Manager
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Jan 2006 - Jun 2013
I oversaw the daily sale sand cash flow books spanning both accounts receivable and accounts payable (basic ledger account and booking). I ensured the robust cash flow management ton ensure a provision of healthy cash balances in addition to budgeting and forecasting to link with cash flow requirements and loan repayments.I conducted the trail balance on a weekly basis, conducted loan repayments based on weekly forecasts and performed VAT returns and end of year accountsFurthermore, I assisted with payroll, lease renewals and other legal/financial matters and contributed to stock management including selection, ordering and reducing waste. This also involved completing investment analysis, considering new sites and business opportunities to calculate viability and potential profitability of propositions.
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Credit Suisse
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Switzerland
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Intercompany Recharges
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Sep 2005 - Oct 2005
I was responsible for the analysis of inter-company ledgers and accounts, and reviews trail balances and transactions to ensure consistent suitability for chosen entity. I prepared the project to demonstrate whether changes were required to existing accounting systems and policies of inter-company recharges. I was accountable for handling disputes and queries in collaboration with counterparts from locations around the globe and provided swift and effective solutions to outstanding disputes and for allocating inter-company charges.
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Habib Bank AG Zurich
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Switzerland
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern
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2001 - 2001
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Education
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Cass Business School
Bachelor’s Degree, Management and Systems Science -
Mill Hill School
A Levels, Business Studies, Economics and ICT