Mark Labay

With nine years of professional UK accounting experience, I have built a strong track record supporting small and medium‑sized businesses with accurate, efficient, and compliant financial management. My expertise spans end‑to‑end bookkeeping, bank and credit card reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable, payroll reconciliation, fixed asset management, VAT preparation and submission, CIS processing, and year‑end support. I am highly proficient in Xero and Dext Prepare, and also experienced with FreeAgent, Sage One (desktop and cloud), and QuickBooks, enabling me to adapt quickly to different client systems and workflows. Over the years, I have developed a reputation for precision, reliability, and strong problem‑solving skills, consistently delivering clean, audit‑ready financial records and supporting clients with clear communication and a proactive approach to process improvement.

I completed my Bachelor of Science in Accountancy as a full‑time scholar and graduated in 2013 with a leadership award in recognition of my contributions to my fellow graduating students. During my academic years, I was an active member of the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA), where I strengthened my leadership abilities, collaborated with peers across various committees, and represented my organization in accounting quiz bees across multiple universities. These experiences not only deepened my technical foundation in accounting but also developed my communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills—qualities that continue to shape my professional approach today.