Finance Assistant / Project Accountant - Kampf Machinery UK Ltd
(2021-11)
- Processing invoices, payments, receipts, and managed financial transactions with IFS/SAP Concur
- Assisting with accounts payable & receivable
- Maintaining financial records and spreadsheets
- Supporting payroll preparation
- Reconciling bank statements
- Preparing basic financial reports
- Assisting during audits
- Reviewing employee expense claims
- Ensuring expenses follow company policies
- Categorizing and recording expenses
- Processing reimbursements
- Flagging unusual or non-compliant spending
- Preparing expense reports and summaries
Finance Assistant / Administrator - Brookfield Drinks
(2019-12 - 2021-10)
- Process and maintain accurate financial data for customers and suppliers
- Support day-to-day financial accounting operations
- Input and file supplier and customer invoices efficiently
- Process invoices using Sage accounting software
- Maintain organised and accurate filing systems
- Reconcile petty cash against accounting records
- Assist with supplier remittances and customer statements
- Support month-end processes
- Work closely with the credit control team
- Ensure HMRC receives accurate monthly duty information
Customer Service Advisor - Boots
(2015-10 - 2017-10)
- Delivered high-quality customer service, advising customers on suitable products
- Assisted with stock replenishment and merchandising to maintain product availability
- Received and checked deliveries, including fresh food, ensuring compliance with safety standards
- Managed assigned store sections, developing extensive product knowledge
- Conducted stock ordering and ensured displays were well-maintained
- Performed daily cash handling procedures
- Assisted with store opening and closing duties
Quality Control Inspector - Giles Food Ltd
(2014-03 - 2015-10)
- Ensured products met strict quality and safety standards
- Conducted sampling and testing (weight, dimensions, and visual inspections)
- Recorded and reported testing data accurately
- Participated in taste panels alongside management and QA/QC teams
Warehouse Operative (Team Leader) - Ark-H Handling
(2014-04 - 2015-02)
- Coordinated dispatch operations, liaising with multiple departments and clients
- Managed order dispatch using various carrier systems
- Maintained accurate stock movement records and updated spreadsheets
- Oversaw packing, handling, and order management processes
Customer Service Agent - Unicom
(2014-01 - 2014-01)
- Handled outbound calls and customer enquiries
- Worked towards performance targets
- Delivered efficient query resolution and customer support
Hairdressing Assistant - Image Hairdressing
(2014-01)
- Provided customer service, including greeting clients and managing appointments
- Assisted with stock control and ordering
- Performed basic hairdressing tasks such as washing and applying colour
- Maintained salon cleanliness and handled cash transactions