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Interests
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Carol Battison

Middleton St George,Darlington

Summary

Versatile professional with expertise in financial analysis and administration. Proven ability to deliver accurate financial reporting and data input. Highly organised and methodical, excelling in both independent and collaborative environments.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Finance Manager

The Glass Spraying & Print Company
02.2011 - 01.2026

Resposible for all aspects of accounting up to but not including Management Accounts

  • Entered and processed sales and purchase invoices accurately.
  • Facilitated bank payment preparations and processing.
  • Inputted and reconciled bank transactions effectively.
  • Organised internal transfers and generated additional reports using Excel.
  • Collected, allocated, and documented payroll data from clocking systems and timesheets for payroll processing.
  • Reviewed and recorded payroll information into accounts.

Finance Assistant

Great North Air Ambulance
10.2010 - 01.2011
  • Processing daily accounting activities.
  • Generate sales invoices and process purchase invoices.
  • Record and reconcile bank payments and receipts.
  • Compile donation reports for other departments.

Finance Assistant

Darlington Football Club
10.2008 - 10.2010
  • Assisted in general bookkeeping and accounting tasks including cash counting, balancing, and reconciliation.
  • Supported operations in the ticket office to ensure efficient service delivery.
  • Facilitated daily financial activities to maintain accurate records.

Finance Secretary

M3 Corporate
07.2005 - 09.2008

Back office function for a corporate finance company. Assisted in amending and formatting reports. Recorded minutes of meetings accurately. Supported maintenance of company accounts.

Finance Secretary

Darlington Football Clubh
06.1991 - 06.2005
  • Assisted with various accounting tasks as finance secretary.
  • Managed confidential materials responsibly and efficiently.
  • Supported club operations by taking on roles such as Stadium Manager, Football Secretary, and Admin Assistant.

Admin Clerk

RAC Insurance
06.1989 - 06.1991

Assisted with entering posts and matching them to files.
Reviewed proposal and renewal forms for accuracy.
Communicated with customers to address inquiries and provide support.

Office Junior

Darlington Football Club
02.1985 - 05.1989

Assisted with general office duties including receptionist tasks.
Handled customer and supporter queries effectively.
Prepared and balanced cash for daily operations.

Education

GCE - Mathematics

Brinkburn Comprehensive
1994

CSE - English Literature

Brinkburn Comprehensive
1994

GCE - English Language

Brinkburn Comprehensive
1984

GCE - Commerce

Brinkburn Comprehensive
1983

GCE - Music

Seaton Burn High
1983

CSE - History

Seaton Burn High
1983

CSE - Biology

Seaton Burn High
1983

CSE - Chemistry

Seaton Burn High
1983

Skills

  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • Excel proficiency
  • Payroll administration
  • Sage Line 50 expertise

Certification

NVQ Level 4 in Spectator Safety Management

Obtained during my post as Stadium Manager and Deputy Safety Office with Darlington Football Club.

Queen Scout Award

Obtained during my time in Venture Scouts

Interests

Love to spend time outdoors in the garden, walking my pet dog and spending time with my family

Timeline

Finance Manager

The Glass Spraying & Print Company
02.2011 - 01.2026

Finance Assistant

Great North Air Ambulance
10.2010 - 01.2011

Finance Assistant

Darlington Football Club
10.2008 - 10.2010

Finance Secretary

M3 Corporate
07.2005 - 09.2008

Finance Secretary

Darlington Football Clubh
06.1991 - 06.2005

Admin Clerk

RAC Insurance
06.1989 - 06.1991

Office Junior

Darlington Football Club
02.1985 - 05.1989

GCE - Mathematics

Brinkburn Comprehensive

CSE - English Literature

Brinkburn Comprehensive

GCE - English Language

Brinkburn Comprehensive

GCE - Commerce

Brinkburn Comprehensive

GCE - Music

Seaton Burn High

CSE - History

Seaton Burn High

CSE - Biology

Seaton Burn High

CSE - Chemistry

Seaton Burn High
Carol Battison