Samira Sharifi

I have studied and practiced in Sage Accounting for few years. I am committed to improving and progressing my accounting skills and experience. I have the self-motivation and willingness to learn, to do my best to achieve the highest standard, also using transferrable skills built up during my career that will make me the perfect candidate.
This will build a long-term career for myself as well as becoming a loyal employee who will be prepared to stay with your company as I develop and grow my skills.

Sep 2023-Current
Bookkeeper and Payroll Trainee at Future Connect Accountants
•  Proficient in Making Tax Digital (MTD) using software platforms such as Sage 50, QuickBooks, and Xero.
• Expertise in maintaining and controlling purchase and sales ledgers, including reconciliations and credit control activities.
• Skilled in working with various Nominal codes, charts of accounts, and Tax Codes.
• Capable of managing the absence recording system, including holidays, sickness, and other forms of absence.
• Experienced in accurately processing P45, starter checklist, and P60 information.
• Knowledgeable in manual tax, SPP, SSP, SMP calculations, and submission to HMRC.
• Skilled in reviewing all payroll inputs to ensure accuracy in pay slips and payroll reports.
• Experienced in addressing VAT inquiries and ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Efficiently processing invoice payments, reconciling invoices with orders and statements, and preparing them for payment.
• Proficient in accurately recording receipts, payments, purchase invoices, sales invoices, and expense claims.
• Capable of handling payroll, PAYE, and pension requirements.
• Skilled in processing monthly/weekly pay slips, timesheets, student loans, pensions, and ad-hoc payments

Jan 2006-Jun 2019
Accountant Sav Machine Ltd, Iran
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts to guide financial decision-making.
• Analyze budget variances and provide insights to support financial planning.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audits.
• Prepare audit schedules and provide necessary documentation for audit purposes.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Provide recommendations for enhancing financial performance.
• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero for efficient financial management.
• Stay updated on industry-leading accounting tools and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Keep abreast of changes in accounting principles and regulations.
• Communicate financial information effectively to non-financial stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial matters and projects.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
• Analyze complex financial issues and propose effective solutions.

Sep 2022- Mar 2023 Post Leaving Certificate in Accounting Mullingar Community College (Ireland) 

Sep 2001- Feb 2006 BSc in Accountancy Shahrood University of Technology, Iran