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Rebecca C.

Teignmouth, United Kingdom

$48/hr
5.0
11 jobs

As a Xero Bronze Partner, Advisor, Payroll, and Tax Certified expert, I bring 11 years of hands-on experience helping SMEs across the UK. My philosophy is simple: your Xero account should be your source of truth. I can take full ownership of your finance function, ensuring you don't just get recorded numbers, but the clarity and time back you need to run your business with confidence. How I can help you: Bookkeeping - Bank reconciliation, raising invoices and bills, staff expenses, journals and fixed asset management. I ensure chart of accounts is tailored to each clients unique needs for accurate reporting and clarity. Management accounting - Providing valuable insights through management accounting, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. I provide actionable reports that identify opportunities and risks. Credit control - Establishes strong relationship with clients to effectively manage accounts receivable and protect cash flow. Proven track record of reducing Day Sales Outstanding. Financial analysis - Adept at creating insightful financial dashboards that support strategic planning and enable informed decision making. My models are designed to be dynamic and user-friendly, allowing clients to easily adjust key assumptions and explore various scenarios. Change management - Implementing new processes or software, onboarding new accountants or banking providers. Documenting processes and policies for transparency and improved compliance. Payroll - Delivering timely and precise end to end payroll services, including salary calculations, deductions, and contributions, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on schedule.

  • Bookkeeping
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Accounting
  • Xero
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Payroll Reconciliation
  • Forecasting
  • KPI Metric Development
Alexandra L.

Gorseinon, United Kingdom

$15/hr
5.0
15 jobs

Looking for a ๐๐‘๐Ž who can deliver quick results? โšก๏ธ Efficiency and Accuracy ๐Ÿ’ป Tech-savvy and GDPR Compliant ๐“๐ก๐ž๐ฌ๐ž ๐š๐ซ๐ž ๐ฐ๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐œ๐ฅ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐›๐จ๐จ๐ค ๐ฆ๐ž ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿป โœ… ๐™‘๐™ž๐™ง๐™ฉ๐™ช๐™–๐™ก ๐˜ผ๐™จ๐™จ๐™ž๐™จ๐™ฉ๐™–๐™ฃ๐™˜๐™š Iโ€™m a Jill-of-All-Trades. I can assist you with any administrative tasks your business require. โœ… ๐™‹๐™–๐™ฎ๐™ง๐™ค๐™ก๐™ก ๐™‹๐™ง๐™ค๐™˜๐™š๐™จ๐™จ๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ I have managed end-to-end payroll functions with precision and timely disbursements. My expertise includes handling payroll calculations, tax deductions, pension auto-enrolment and HMRC compliance. โœ… ๐˜ฟ๐™–๐™ฉ๐™– ๐™€๐™ฃ๐™ฉ๐™ง๐™ฎ & ๐˜ฟ๐™–๐™ฉ๐™– ๐™‚๐™–๐™ฉ๐™๐™š๐™ง๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ I demonstrate proficiency in accurate and efficient data handling. I have gathered data such as contact details from websites organised in an Excel file for easy tracking. Converting data in pdf into organised spreasheet. โœ… ๐™‡๐™š๐™–๐™™ ๐™‚๐™š๐™ฃ๐™š๐™ง๐™–๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ Iโ€™ve successfully identified and cultivated leads for my Real Estate clients in the UK. My experience in cold emailing allows me to connect businesses to their potential clients efficiently. ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค ๐ž๐ฑ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐œ๐ž๐ฌ: โ— Administrative Support โ— Payroll Tax/Troubleshooting โ— PAYE (HMRC) โ— PAYE Reconciliation and Reclaims โ— Pension Management โ— Statutory Payments (SSP, SMP, SAP, SPP, ShPP) โ— The Pension Regulator Compliance โ— CIS Submissions โ— Data Entry โ— Data Gathering โ— Cold Emailing โ— Email Management โ— Lead Generation โ— Basic Graphic Designs ๐“๐จ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐ฌ ๐ˆ'๐ฆ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐Ÿ๐ข๐œ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐ญ ๐ข๐ง: โ— Excel, Word, Outlook & Powerpoint โ— Adobe Acrobat โ— Google Workspace โ— Google Suite โ— Brightpay โ— Keypay โ— Quickbooks โ— Employment Hero โ— Xero Payroll โ— Sage50 Payroll โ— FreshBooks Payroll โ— Freeagent Payroll โ— GoCardless โ— Deputy โ— Facebook Ad Manager โ— Samcart โ— Gumtree โ— Cloudbeds โ— Booking.com โ— Zoopla โ— Canva โ— ChatGPT โ— Slack Which task keeps holding you back? ๐™„'๐™ข ๐™ง๐™š๐™–๐™™๐™ฎ ๐™ฉ๐™ค ๐™ฉ๐™–๐™ ๐™š ๐™ฉ๐™๐™š๐™ข ๐™ค๐™ฃ. ๐™Ž๐™š๐™ฃ๐™™ ๐™ข๐™š ๐™– ๐™ข๐™š๐™จ๐™จ๐™–๐™œ๐™š! ๐Ÿ“ฒ

  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Payroll Reconciliation
  • Email Management
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Real Estate Virtual Assistance
  • Office Administration
  • Lead Generation
  • Canva
  • Cold Email
  • FreshBooks
  • Email Communication
  • Xero
Adam K.

Falkirk, United Kingdom

$20/hr
5.0
20 jobs

UK Payroll Processing Payroll Compliance Payroll Reporting Employee Benefits Administration Timekeeping & Attendance Management Multi-State Payroll Garnishments & Deductions Employee Records Management Reconciliation of Payroll Accounts

  • Administrative Support
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Customer Service
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Due Diligence
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Filing
  • Payroll Reconciliation
  • Customer Feedback Documentation
  • Crime
  • First Aid
  • Freight Forwarding
  • Resolves Conflict
Thomas W.

Staines, United Kingdom

$50/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Senior HR Consultant | People & Culture Strategist | Compliance & Leadership Expert I help leaders and growing businesses turn people challenges into success stories โ€” with HR solutions that blend compliance, communication, and care. With 15+ years of HR experience across the UK and global markets, I partner with small to mid-sized businesses to build confident, compliant, high-performing teams. I provide practical support and strategic insight across every stage of the employee lifecycle โ€” from recruitment and onboarding to performance, compliance, and leadership development. My clients choose me when they want clarity, reliability, and measurable results. Iโ€™ve supported organisations across tech, education, professional services, and healthcare to: Design and implement HR frameworks aligned with business goals. Streamline payroll and compliance processes across UK & international operations. Deliver tailored training in leadership, performance, and mental-health awareness. Whether you need a full HR setup, a policy refresh, or a trusted advisor for specific projects, Iโ€™ll help you simplify complexity, stay compliant, and strengthen your people strategy. ๐Ÿ”น Areas of Expertise โ€ข HR Policies & Compliance (UK, UAE, KSA, Global) โ€ข Employee Relations & Performance Management โ€ข Leadership & Mental Health Training โ€ข Recruitment Strategy & Onboarding โ€ข Payroll & HR Operations โ€ข Culture & Engagement Initiatives Letโ€™s discuss your goals and create practical, people-focused solutions that help your business thrive.

  • Payroll Accounting
  • HR & Business Services
  • HR Policy
  • HR System Management
Khalid Ahmed M.

Dagenham, United Kingdom

$20/hr
5.0
17 jobs

Hi there! Iโ€™m a seasoned finance professional with over 25 years of experience in accounting, taxation, payroll, and financial advisory services. Having worked with KPMG, HSBC, and Siemens, I bring expertise in small business accounting, corporate finance, and tax compliance across multiple industries. I specialize in helping businesses stay financially healthy, tax-compliant, and audit-ready, so you can focus on growing your business while I handle the numbers. Services I Offer: - Bookkeeping & Accounting (QuickBooks, Xero, MYOB, Sage) - Financial Reporting (IFRS/GAAP compliance, reconciliations, audits) - Tax Preparation & Planning (Corporate tax, VAT, payroll tax, self-assessment) - Payroll Management (Payslips, deductions, tax filings) - Cash Flow & Budgeting (Forecasting, business financial health analysis) - Audit Support & Compliance (Internal controls, due diligence, regulatory audits) Why Work With Me? - 25+ years of experience in accounting, tax, and audit - Tech-savvy โ€“ QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Google Drive, Dropbox, TeamViewer - Remote-ready โ€“ Secure and efficient cloud-based accounting solutions - Client-focused approach โ€“ I tailor financial strategies to your business needs How We Can Work Together: - I offer flexible engagement models to fit your business needs โ€“ whether itโ€™s one-time support, ongoing bookkeeping, or tax planning. - I collaborate remotely using secure cloud-based accounting tools, ensuring seamless and efficient service delivery. Letโ€™s discuss your requirements and create a customized solution that works best for you.

  • Bookkeeping
  • Tax Accounting
  • Tax Planning & Advisory
  • Corporate Tax
  • Internal Auditing
  • Financial Audit
  • Financial Analysis & Valuation
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • Data Analytics
  • Data Migration
  • Human Resource Management
  • Business Valuation
  • Robotic Process Automation
Sunday U.

Southampton, United Kingdom

$89/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Ephraim Unuigbe ACA, CISA, Virtual CFO | Financial Transformation Leader | Audit & Risk Expert Helping SMEs & Startups scale confidently with strategic finance & compliance ABOUT Strategic Finance Leader with 15+ years in audit, risk management, and financial advisory - now empowering businesses to optimize accounting, secure funding, and navigate audits with precision. As a Big 4-trained ACA, I bridge the gap between compliance and growth - translating complex regulations into actionable financial strategies. My hybrid background in audit, corporate finance, and consulting lets me: - Fix financial chaos - Clean up books, implement controls, and automate workflows - Prepare for audits/investors - No surprises, just smooth compliance - Act as a remote CFO - Cash flow forecasting, cost optimization, and KPIs that matter - Train finance teams - Upskilling staff to sustain best practices Why work with me? - Auditor's mindset = I spot risks before they become fires - Pragmatic advisor = No jargon, just clear steps to financial health - Tech-enabled = Proficient in QuickBooks, Xero, Power BI, and ERP integrations Let's connect if you need: Virtual CFO services, audit prep, or a finance mentor. EXPERIENCE SECTION Founder | Virtual CFO & Financial Advisory (2015 -Present | Remote/London) - Providing outsourced CFO services to startups and SMEs - Financial strategy (fundraising prep, cost restructuring) - Audit readiness (policies, controls, documentation) - Accounting system overhauls (QuickBooks/Xero migrations) Senior Audit Manager | EY UK, Grant Thornton UK, Evelyn Partners - Led 50+ audits for ยฃ10M-ยฃ500M revenue clients - Reduced client audit adjustments by 40% via pre-audit training - Advised CEOs on financial risk mitigation SKILLS: Virtual CFO | Financial Auditing | Risk Management | Financial Modeling | QuickBooks/Xero Open to: Remote CFO roles, accounting advisory projects, and board positions. Message me for: - A free 30-min financial health check - Audit prep templates - Training for your finance team

  • Business Coaching
  • Analytical Presentation
  • Career Coaching
  • Management Consulting
  • Recruiting

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