Umair Iqbal
@umairiqbal2
I lead UK accounting portfolios, tax planning, compliance, and client service for 200+ clients.
What I'm looking for
At Accounting People Ltd, I oversee a portfolio of more than 200 clients, lead five accountants, and deliver tailored tax planning and financial strategies.
I was promoted from Senior Client Manager to Portfolio Manager, where I designed and implemented anti-money laundering policies aligned with ACCA guidance. I also built an in-house marketing team to improve lead conversion and support business development.
My work spans UK statutory financial statements, management accounts, VAT returns, Corporation Tax, payroll, bookkeeping, and client compliance advice. I focus on accurate reporting, strong client relationships, and efficient operations.
Earlier, I supported finance, treasury, project accounting, fixed assets, and vendor operations at Gerry's Group, Zong CMPak, and Nestlé. I've also taught ACCA accounting and finance subjects while working as an accountant.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
• Promoted to Portfolio Manager from Senior Client Manager, expanding responsibilities across the firm.
• Designed and implemented AML policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with ACCA guidance.
• Built and managed an in-house marketing team, driving business development through effective lead conversion.
• Oversaw a team of 5 accountants, leading client communication and tax planning f
I successfully led a team in delivering comprehensive financial services while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Prepared and submitted statutory financial statements for various UK entities, enhancing client trust and satisfaction.
• Conducted regular client meetings to provide tailored advice on tax planning and compliance, fostering strong relationships.
• Reviewed and approved managemen
-Delivered monthly/quarterly bookkeeping and VAT return, preparation for UK clients using QuickBooks Online, Xero, FreeAgent, and Excel.
-Prepared and filed company year-end and micro-entity accounts to Companies House (TaxCalc, CCH VizTopia, CaseWare, IRIS Tax Filer).
- Filed annual confirmation statements, Self-Assessment returns, and Corporation Tax (CT600) returns.
- Processed monthly payroll
Responsibilities:
-Ensuring effective petty cash management
-Processing payments to vendors by verifying status on FBR portal and applicable tax rates
-Resolving Purchase orders, invoices and payment discrepancies and documentation
-Collection/ Deposit of revenue cheques/cash
-Liaison with vendors and distribution of payment cheques
-Reconcile vendors accounts in timely manner
-Assisting in mana
TREASURY
• Cash Management & improvement of reporting systems
• Payment transactions through RTGS (within the ERP and Internet banking)
• Analysis of the collection of charges
• Cash Flow Report - direct reporting method
• Intragroup lending and reporting
• Monitoring short term and Long term Investments (TDRS)
• Analysis of the course and interest rates
• Work in the Treasury Management System
-Management of Vendor Agreements
-Complete Fixed Asset Verification
-Implementation of RFID’s on Fixed Assets
-Reconciliation of all SOPs department wise with information on Documentum
-Gap Closure on Top Audit Findings
-Analysis – Improvement in Imprest Usage
-Liaison with Treasury and ACP
-Month-End Physical Count ( Inventory Management)
-Labour Hour Reconciliation
ACCA Lecturer cum Accountant
Jan 2016 - Mar 2018 (2 years 2 months)
The University College of Islamabad is an established independent college offering a range of diplomas, degree & post-graduate courses, and ACCA , CA & FDA qualifications.
Accounting Role:
• Bank Reconciliation
• Bookkeeping of daily transactions on Quickbooks
• Petty Cash Management
• Debtors reconciliation and collection
Lecturing Subjects:
• F2 (Management Accounting)
• F3 (Financial Accoun
• Bookkeeping of daily transactions on Xero & Quickbooks Online for different clients.
• Preparation and filing of quarterly UK VAT returns
• Processing payroll for the clients (monthly/weekly)
• Reporting to management on daily basis and make decision on highlighted points and prepare ad-hoc report if required.
• Bank statements reconciliation, as well as accounts payable and receivable
WEBGATE IT Solutions is a US based IT company. Specializing in software development and solutions.
Key Role & Responsibilities:
-Website Promoting & Updating
-Technical Ability & Website Analysis ( Competitor, Keyword, Back-linking, Social Media )
-Communicating with Clients
-Monthly Reports to Clients
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ACCA
Association of Certifified and Chartered Accountants, Accounting and Finance
2013 - 2017
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Association of Certified and Chartered Accountants, Accounting and Finance
2013 - 2017
Pursued the ACCA qualification in Accounting and Finance from 2013 to 2017.
University of Sargodha
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
2011 - 2013
Fazaia Inter College Jinnah Camp Chaklala, Rawalpindi
Metric - SSC ( SCIENCE ) , Computer Science
2001 - 2003
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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Skills
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