James Benson

Assistant Manager in Transaction Services at Cooper Parry

London, England, United Kingdom

About

🎯 Assistant Manager, Transaction Services Team at Cooper Parry London Hey there! I'm a finance professional based in London, currently working as an Assistant Manager in Cooper Parry's Transaction Services Team. Before this, I spent four years in the Audit Team in Birmingham, building a solid foundation in accounting, financial analysis, and compliance. As a Chartered Accountant, I love helping businesses tackle complex transactions - whether it’s mergers, acquisitions, or financial restructuring. My focus is on delivering smart, tailored solutions that help companies reach their goals. Beyond crunching numbers, I enjoy working with great teams, building strong relationships, and making an impact in the fast-moving world of finance.

Experience

  • Cooper Parry (Full-time · 5 yrs 10 mos)
    • Assistant Manager
      Mar 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Audit Associate
      Sep 2020 - Apr 2025 · 4 yrs 8 mos

  • Warehouse Operative at PMP Recruitment
    Jun 2020 - Sep 2020 · 4 mos

    - Worked around 30 hours a week in an Amazon warehouse during the Covid-19 pandemic. My main duties include placing packages in the correct bags and making sure the bags are in the correct vans. - Followed strict instructions in an extremely fast paced environment. Other duties involved dcommunicating with fellow colleagues to ensure we work as efficiently as possible.

  • Bartender at WESTCOTE DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED
    Jul 2019 - Sep 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos

    - Supervised high-profile clients by providing very high-quality customer service at corporate events, weddings and christenings.

  • Bartender at Lancaster University
    Sep 2018 - Jun 2020 · 1 yr 10 mos

    - Constantly made quick decisions and communicated efficiently with my colleagues so the customers receive excellent service at one of the busiest bars on campus.

  • Student Assistant at PwC
    Aug 2018 - Aug 2018 · 1 mo

    During August 2018, I completed work experience at PwC. During a two-day programme, I shadowed various employees in meetings and other tasks. This experience educated me in how a large accountancy firm works, as well as how employees conduct themselves on a day to day basis. I shadowed and learned from employees in the Deals, Tax, Consulting and Audit Departments.