ifrah

First internal finance hire; built and scaled UK/US finance function. Owned month-end close under UK GAAP (accruals, prepayments, deferred revenue). Implemented automated intercompany reconciliations in Xero, saving 8+ hrs/month. Redesigned billing & collections cycles → reduced DSO 60→45 days. Partnered with CFO on reporting packs (P&L, BS, cashflow, KPIs). Executed supplier payment runs via Crezco, integrated with Xero; created SOP for approvals and cash flow visibility. Delivered training for non-finance managers, improving budget accountability. Strengthened governance with approval workflows and contract reviews.

Cash Flow Management & Forecasting – Led short-term cash flow forecasting for the Group, ensuring liquidity and financial stability; managed banking relationships for optimal cash management. Management Accounts – Prepared monthly management accounts with insightful commentary for executive leadership. Financial Planning & Analysis – Supported budgeting and forecasting, providing decision-making insights for leadership. Project Management – Liaised with Producers and project leads to ensure client spend aligned with approvals; ran reconciliation meetings with commercial teams post-project completion to produce profit reports. Sales Forecasting & Commercial Terms – Oversaw sales forecast, consulted with project leads for updates, and ensured billing cycles in client contracts were followed. Stakeholder Collaboration – Partnered with executive leadership, auditors, banks, and vendors to support business operations. Accounting Operations Excellence – Oversaw AP/AR, VAT, payroll, and bank payments; streamlined bookkeeping and reconciliations. Led intercompany reconciliations and facilitated repayments between entities, ensuring accurate group reporting and clean month-end close. Managed audit preparation, liaising with external auditors for year-end reporting and R&D claims, ensuring a smooth and efficient process. Process Improvement – Implemented process improvements and strengthened financial controls. Technical Accounting – First point of contact for technical accounting queries and income recognition reviews. MBO & TUPE – Managed Transfer of Undertakings (TUPE) process and employee contracts during Management Buy-Out; ensured sales contracts and payment terms aligned with company policy. WIP & Deferred Income Reporting – Delivered accurate reporting and challenged assumptions to safeguard profit recognition.

Produced statutory accounts, management accounts, and service charge accounts (manual and QUBE) for SME and property clients. Maintained statutory registers and filings (Confirmation Statements, incorporations, dissolutions, share transfers, Companies House compliance). Managed corporation tax, VAT returns, payroll, and HMRC queries on behalf of clients. Oversaw balance sheet controls, prepayments, accruals, and aged debtors resolution. Implemented and trained clients on cloud accounting systems (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage). Built strong client relationships with shareholders, leaseholders, and management agents. Maintained billing schedules, monitored client engagements, and ensured compliance with Money Laundering Regulations.

Managed front-of-house operations, bookings, and client services in a high-volume salon. Supervised junior staff and coordinated schedules while ensuring premium client experience.

Oversaw front desk operations, customer service, and appointment scheduling. Supported management in maintaining smooth day-to-day operations.