Basit Acca

Operations Manager & Lead Accounting Manager

Outsourcing London • Full time

Nov 2020 - Present • 5 yrs 8 mos

Currently working as an Operations and Lead Manager, overseeing accounting operations, client onboarding, and team management for UK accounting services. Key responsibilities include: Managing client onboarding and ongoing relationships Leading and supervising accounting teams Reviewing and finalising VAT returns, annual accounts, and Self Assessment Tax Returns Payroll management and compliance oversight Ensuring delivery quality across multiple offices Process improvement and operational efficiency Acting as senior point of contact for complex accounting and tax matters This role demonstrates my leadership, operational expertise, and ability to deliver scalable, high-quality accounting solutions.

Client Manager – UK Accounts & Tax

Complete HQ • Full time

Sep 2018 - Oct 2020 • 2 yrs 1 mo

Worked as a Client Manager handling a portfolio of UK-based clients across multiple industries. This role involved full ownership of client accounts and acting as the primary point of contact. Key responsibilities included: Managing complete accounting cycles for clients Preparation and review of annual accounts Self Assessment Tax Returns (SATR) VAT bookkeeping, reconciliations, and submissions Payroll processing and RTI submissions Advising clients on compliance and deadlines Ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and client satisfaction This role strengthened my ability to independently manage clients and deliver high-quality accounting services.

Accounting & Tax Manager (Payroll, VAT & Self Assessment)

TaxAssist Accountants • Full time

Nov 2015 - Aug 2018 • 2 yrs 9 mos

Started my career at TaxAssist Accountants as a Trainee and progressed through multiple senior roles due to strong performance and technical expertise. Gained hands-on experience across all core UK accounting and tax functions, eventually leaving as a Manager. Key responsibilities included: End-to-end Payroll processing and compliance VAT return preparation and submissions Accounts finalisation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies Self Assessment Tax Returns (SATR) during peak tax seasons Client communication and advisory support Reviewing junior staff work and managing workloads This role built my strong foundation in UK accounting standards, HMRC compliance, and client-facing services.