Imran Alam

Managed the tax email inbox and liaised with Sovos to ensure timely VAT return submissions. Provided Sovos with SQL data for draft VAT return preparation and submission. Advised Accounts Payable on appropriate tax codes.

Prepared, reviewed, and submitted VAT returns, EC Sales List, and Intrastat reports for multiple European countries. Advised Accounts Payable on tax code usage and managed daily e-invoicing for the Italian entity. Performed month/quarter/year-end tasks, including VAT return reconciliation to general ledger accounts.

Worked as a Senior Tax Reporting Assistant for a brief period. The role's responsibilities did not align with initial expectations.

Conducted final reviews of other associates' work to ensure accuracy and coached junior team members. Reviewed client VAT returns for correctness and managed client timetables for timely submissions. Validated VAT numbers for EC Sales lists and maintained client relationships.

Prepared, reviewed, and submitted VAT returns, EC Sales List, and Intrastat reports for various European countries. Advised Accounts Payable on tax codes and managed payment requests to tax authorities. Performed month/quarter/year-end tasks, including VAT return reconciliation to general ledger accounts.

Prepared and reviewed VAT returns, EC Sales List, and Intrastat reports for European and African regions. Ensured JSOX controls were signed off and assisted in testing for new SAP versions. Performed month/quarter/year-end tasks, including VAT return reconciliation to general ledger accounts.

Set up over 900 business rates for UK and Ireland properties and managed the Document Management property mailbox. Processed rent, rates, and service charges, including invoice processing and dealing with council issues. Ran various financial reports and assisted the senior property manager.

Performed bookkeeping duties on a part-time voluntary basis for the charity. Managed financial records and assisted with general accounting functions.

Processed and managed invoices, resolved queries, and performed supplier statement reconciliations. Utilized SAP daily to process a large volume of invoices accurately and efficiently. Supported month-end reconciliations and provided reports to managers.

Progressed to a Floor Manager position, overseeing daily operations and ensuring customer satisfaction. Managed staff, handled inventory, and maintained high service standards.

Obtained a degree in Accounting and Finance. Possess accounting experience gained from filling numerous positions in finance teams, which has provided broader knowledge of accounting functions.

Completed GCE/A-levels in Business Studies, ICT, and Maths.

Grade: A* to C

Achieved Seven GCSE’s A* to C, including Maths and English.