Faiyaz Jalal Chowdhury
@faiyazjalalchowdhury
Head of Accounts and Xero Silver Champion delivering compliant payroll and strategy.
What I'm looking for
I’m Head of Accounts with 8+ years of progressive experience in financial management, UK compliance, and payroll administration. I’m MBA-qualified and Xero-certified since 2020, progressing from Bronze to Silver Champion Partner with specialist designations across Associate, Professional, Payroll & Tax. I focus on HMRC MTD VAT Returns, UK Corporation Tax and Companies House submissions, and end-to-end payroll processing.
I lead and strengthen accounts functions by building strong teams through hiring and mentoring, while driving accurate budgeting, forecasting, and timely regulatory submissions. In my recent roles, I’ve managed organization-wide salary-related tasks, supported decision-making through researched reporting, and ensured consistent compliance from preparation through submission.
Beyond core accounting, I automate and optimize workflows using Google Apps Script—designing bespoke solutions that eliminate manual work and enhance reporting efficiency. I’m also a published Xero course author with 750+ students across six global platforms, combining financial expertise and technical innovation to educate, improve standards, and deliver measurable outcomes—now seeking a senior remote opportunity to drive financial strategy.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Accounts
Staff Asia
Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Managed end-to-end payroll processing, salary adjustments, and timely payments while overseeing HMRC and Companies House compliance submissions. Hired and mentored the accounts team to strengthen reporting efficiency and accuracy.
Assistant Manager, Accounts
Staff Asia
Aug 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year 1 month)
Owned budgeting and forecasting to support financial stability and growth. Coordinated timely HMRC Corporation Tax, Companies House annual accounts, and quarterly HMRC MTD VAT return preparation.
Team Leader, Accounts
Staff Asia
Dec 2021 - Jul 2023 (1 year 7 months)
Supervised the accounts team and ensured accurate completion of HMRC Corporation Tax submissions, Companies House annual accounts, and HMRC MTD quarterly VAT returns. Supported decision-making by providing reliable financial information and controls.
Trainee Team Leader, Accounts
Staff Asia
Feb 2021 - Nov 2021 (9 months)
Supervised accounts work while supporting HMRC Corporation Tax submissions, Companies House annual accounts submissions, and HMRC MTD quarterly VAT return preparation. Contributed to consistent documentation and reporting readiness.
Account Executive
Staff Asia
Jul 2020 - Jan 2021 (6 months)
Entered and reconciled financial transactions while summarizing current financial status for reporting. Used Xero, Google Sheets, and automation to prepare and maintain financial and management reports.
Accounts Assistant
Staff Asia
Jul 2018 - Jun 2020 (1 year 11 months)
Supported day-to-day financial administration by preparing vouchers and maintaining invoice, bill, and staff advance records with quality checks. Managed petty cash tracking and reconciliation, and maintained inventory purchase and stock register updates.
Bank Accounts Intern
Prime Bank Limited
Oct 2016 - Dec 2016 (2 months)
Assisted customers with opening bank accounts and supported credit loan activity observations under guidance. Built foundational customer relationship management and administrative handling experience.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Leading University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2017 - 2018
Grade: 3.87
Pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on accounts and finance-related studies.
Leading University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
2013 - 2016
Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), building foundational knowledge in business and finance.
Jalalabad Cantonment Public School and College
Higher Secondary School Certificate, Business Studies
2011 - 2012
Completed Higher Secondary School Certificate studies in Business Studies.
Blue Bird School and College
School Certificate, Business Studies
2009 - 2010
Completed School Certificate studies in Business Studies.
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