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Rachael McL

@rach_financeva

Finance Virtual Assistant

United Kingdom
English, Scottish Gaelic
About me
I’m a finance specialist with 10+ years experience managing UK & EU payroll, accounts payable & receivable, and banking. I help businesses keep their numbers accurate, on time, and stress-free, with a calm, thoughtful approach to payroll, cash flow, and financial reporting.... Read more

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General Assistance
I will finance, payroll and general admin support

Work experience

GOV.UK

Finance Officer

GOV.UK • Part-time

Feb 2025 - Present1 yr 4 mos

Prepared and monitored budgets, providing actionable insights for managers. Produced regular financial reports and reconciliations for transparency and audit readiness. Ensured adherence to financial regulations and internal controls. Streamlined accounting processes, improving efficiency and reducing errors. Managed daily cash flow and banking operations, including payments, transfers, and reconciliations. Maintained accurate records for audit and financial reporting purposes. Assisted in treasury reporting, providing insights into liquidity and fund management. Collaborated with internal teams and external banking partners to streamline processes. Tools used: Excel, SAP/FMS, internal finance systems, banking systems, financial management software

Senior Payroll Officer

s • Full-time

Dec 2019 - Jan 20255 yrs 1 mo

Processed complex monthly payrolls for both UK and European employees, handling multi-currency calculations and statutory deductions. Ensured compliance with local employment, tax, and social security regulations across different countries. Reconciled payroll accounts, prepared management reports, and supported audit requirements. Implemented payroll process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency. Tools used: SAP, Sage, ADP, Excel, payroll software for EU countries.

GOV.UK

Finance Officer

GOV.UK • Full-time

Sep 2012 - Nov 20197 yrs 2 mos

Payroll: Processed UK and European payrolls (multi-currency), reconciled accounts, managed statutory deductions, and responded to employee payroll queries. Accounts Payable (AP): Managed vendor and supplier payments, ensured timely processing, and reconciled invoices and payment records. Accounts Receivable (AR): Oversaw customer invoices, reconciliations, and collections to maintain accurate cash flow. Treasury & Banking: Assisted with daily cash flow monitoring, banking operations, and liquidity management. Finance Officer Duties: Supported budgeting, financial reporting, variance analysis, and statutory accounts preparation. Systems & Tools: SAP, Sage, ADP, Excel, FMS, payroll and banking software. Compliance & Reporting: Ensured adherence to statutory regulations, internal controls, and audit requirements.