Experience

Nixon Williams Limited

• United Kingdom
• Accounting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Accountancy Manager

  • Aug 2019 - Present

  Managing a team of staff, ensuring an efficient and accurate service is provided to our portfolio of clients. Being responsible for team learning and development, KPIs, morale and motivation. On a daily basis I plan and coordinate workload and duties within the team, making sure that all internal and external deadlines are adhered to. Performing ad-hoc reviews and checks on work performed by team members to ensure a high standard.Dealing with and resolving any client complaints. Directing and planning monthly staff reviews and twice-yearly appraisals, which includes the performance and development of all staff members. Setting and reviewing output against key performance indicators.Assisting in staff training across the business. Reviewing accounts for accuracy and providing technical advice and support when required.Assisting with recruitment of new staff members.Conducting reviews on systems and procedures. Identifying areas for improvement to which new practice implementation will benefit and develop the firm. Being accountable for the overall team performance. Show less

• Deputy Manager

  • Mar 2017 - Aug 2019

  Continuation of duties as per the Account Controller role, also including;Line Management responsibility for staffAssisting in team meetings and training within the teamComplaints handlingHaving responsibility for team performance in the Team Managers absenceReviewing accounts / tax returns completed by other members of the team for accuracyResearching / answering technical queries, actively seeking new ways to develop the application of technical standards and developing solutions to complex technical issuesDrafting personal / company accounts and tax returns for client approval, providing advice and guidance to clients where necessary to final stage Show less

• New Business Advisor

  • Aug 2016 - Mar 2017

  Having successfully worked at Nixon Williams as an Account Controller from December 2007 I decided to accept the offer of a role in the New Business Team from August 2016 in order to learn and gain new skills and understand a different aspect of the business. My role includes:Managing sales enquiries via telephone, chat and email.Providing thorough, accurate accountancy advice.Generating of quotes.Logging of sales performance data in order to track / report KPMs.Anti-Money laundering checks as well as the formation of a Limited company where applicable. Actively following up on potential clients. Upselling products.Generating Welcome packs in addition to Company Registers and Metrobank bank applications.Maintaining accuracy, high levels of customer satisfaction and a positive, confident attitude during busy periods. Reporting to the Sales Team Manager and covering her workload during annual leave.Nixon Williams have been providing expert advice to Contractors, Freelancers and Consultants throughout the UK since 1995 and as true Accountants are also one of the few specialist accountants never to have offered MSC or Umbrella options. Show less

• Accountant

  • Dec 2007 - Jul 2016

  Completion of monthly and annual accounts.Preparation of corporation tax returns.Preparation and finalising of self assessment tax returns. Dealing with HMRC and Companies House queries.Calculation and submission of VAT returns. Monthly payroll, complying with HMRC RTi submissions and all yearend payroll duties.Training and support of new and current staff members. Completion of visa, mortgage, rental and all general references.Compliance with HMRC and Companies House deadlines and regulations.Interpreting accounts and any other required details to clients. Show less



Clarke Broome & Fleming

• United Kingdom
• Accounting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Accountant

  • Sep 2006 - Dec 2007

  Analysis of accounts / General Bookkeeping Updating Cash Books Creating Accounts Receptionist / Administration Duties such as shredding, photocopying, telephone calls, e-mail and filing Analysis of accounts / General Bookkeeping Updating Cash Books Creating Accounts Receptionist / Administration Duties such as shredding, photocopying, telephone calls, e-mail and filing