Shrikrishna Pawar

SHRIKRISHNA GOPINATH PAWAR Accountant | UK Accounting & SME Specialist India (Remote for UK clients) PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Accomplished Accountant with Xero Associate certification and over 3 years of experience managing UK SME client portfolios. Skilled in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, VAT submissions, and financial reporting. Adept at IFRS compliance and leveraging digital tools like Xero, QuickBooks, and Dext to optimize workflows. CORE COMPETENCIES      UK Accounting: Financial reporting and quarterly VAT submissions. Compliance: IFRS and UK regulatory requirements. Asset Management: Bank reconciliation and fixed assets management. Software Expertise: Xero (Associate), QuickBooks, Data Analysis: Advanced Excel and financial modelling. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Accounting Specialist / UK SME Portfolio     Managed accounting services for UK SME clients, including journals and financial reporting. Prepared unaudited financial statements and coordinated quarterly VAT submissions in compliance with UK legislation. Supported payroll operations and coordinated with internal teams and third-party consultants. Leveraged Xero, QuickBooks, and Dext to streamline reporting and enhance efficiency. Accountant / Finance Executive     Oversaw full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, ensuring accurate and timely financial records. Assisted with IFRS compliance and internal audits. Enhanced reporting processes by creating structured financial dashboards in Excel. Communicated complex financial matters clearly to clients to ensure satisfaction. TECHNICAL SKILLS    Accounting Software: Xero (Associate), QuickBooks, Tools: MS Excel (Advanced), Google Sheets, Slack, Zoom. Compliance: IFRS, UK VAT, and Payroll Regulations. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS    Xero Certification: Associate Level. M.Com: Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University. B.Com: Marathwada University, 2019. BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES     Ownership: Proactive in delivering high-quality, accurate outcomes. Analytical Thinking: Structured approach to solving complex problems. Collaboration: Open to feedback and effective in multi-national teams. Attention to Detail: Meticulous in managing multiple client accounts. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION    Languages: Fluent in English. Flexibility: Fully remote capable with flexible working hours. Innovation: Passionate about using AI and digital tools to improve accounting efficiency.