AMANDA MARTIN
Kingston
Summary
I am a hardworking and conscientious individual with extensive experience in financial administration, business operations, and team management. I work well under pressure, maintain strong attention to detail and enjoy improving systems to support smooth and effective organisation.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Part-Time Finance Manager
Richmond Gymnastics Association
01.2022 - 11.2025
- Manage day-to-day financial administration and bookkeeping.
- Prepare budgets for coaching programmes and club activities.
- Process payroll for coaching and administrative staff.
- Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and produce financial reports.
- Handle membership billing and enquiries.
- Support operational planning and staff coordination.
Operations/Finance Manager
Carlson Gracie Sheen
01.2022 - 11.2025
- Established and launched a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy to full operational running.
- Oversaw refurbishment within timeline and budget.
- Implemented GymDesk membership and billing software.
- Manage cashflow, payroll and financial reporting
- Lead community engagement and membership growth strategies.
Accounts Manager
Griffon Land & Estates
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Managed bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, invoicing and reconciliations.
- Prepared monthly management accounts including P&L; and cashflow.
- Introduced Sage Business Cloud to improve reporting accuracy.
Director
Jumping Jacks Playcafé Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Founded and operated a busy children’s play café.
- Managed staff, payroll, stock control and customer service.
- Oversaw marketing and event planning.
- Responsible for business finances and operations.
Derivatives Trader
HSBC
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Traded German Government Bonds and advised clients on pricing and opportunities.
- Generated consistent profit while managing risk and volatility.
- Mentored trainee traders and delivered internal training sessions.
Derivatives Trader
Sea Gray Fosh
01.1990 - 01.1996
- LIFFE broker; passed Trading & FSA exams.
- Built strong relationships with market makers and brokers.
Education
Diploma - Biomedicine & Nutritional Therapy
College of Naturopathic Medicine
01.2017 - 01.2021
Bookkeeping -
Richmond Adult College
GCSE Combined Science - Grade A
Richmond Adult College
8 O'Levels - including English & Mathematics
Belfairs High School for Girls
01.1982 - 01.1987
Skills
- MS Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Sage Accounting & Payroll
- GymDesk
- Xero
Custom
- Cooking
- CrossFit
- Running
- Volunteering with FISH community support services
Timeline
Part-Time Finance Manager
Richmond Gymnastics Association
01.2022 - 11.2025
Operations/Finance Manager
Carlson Gracie Sheen
01.2022 - 11.2025
Accounts Manager
Griffon Land & Estates
01.2018 - 01.2021
Diploma - Biomedicine & Nutritional Therapy
College of Naturopathic Medicine
01.2017 - 01.2021
Director
Jumping Jacks Playcafé Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2019
Derivatives Trader
HSBC
01.1996 - 01.1998
Derivatives Trader
Sea Gray Fosh
01.1990 - 01.1996
8 O'Levels - including English & Mathematics
Belfairs High School for Girls
01.1982 - 01.1987
GCSE Combined Science - Grade A
Richmond Adult College
Bookkeeping -
Richmond Adult College