Gabriela Ramos
Wokingham,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with a diverse background in administration and finance. Eager to expand knowledge and committed to precision, excels in delivering high-quality work ahead of schedule. As a proactive and resourceful team player, leverages strong time management and problem-solving abilities to achieve success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Administrator
GXO Logistics
Reading, United Kingdom
07.2019 - Current
- Accurately allocated costs, managed intercompany transactions, and performed reconciliations, ensuring compliance with financial policies and reducing discrepancies by 15%.
- Raising POs, track payments, processing invoices, monthly payroll and month-end close procedures.
- Reconciled bank accounts and ledgers, investigated discrepancies, and resolved issues promptly, maintaining accuracy in financial records.
- Utilised advanced Excel skills to create detailed financial spreadsheets.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying inefficiencies within existing administrative procedures.
- Facilitated smooth audit processes through diligent preparation and organisation of necessary documents.
- Managing staff time & attendance, absences, holidays and training records for 100 staff.
- Established workflow processes and implemented modifications to improve administrative operations.
- Monitored office inventory supplies, re-ordering for service provisions and liaised with suppliers, ensuring timely payments and maintaining positive relationships.
Assistant Accountant
Hübner Components and Automotive Systems
Brazil
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Analyse production costs across all stages: product design, materials, and processes.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through various methods.
- Conduct cost audits to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
- Develop and maintain budgets to track spending and ensure financial accountability.
- Perform variance analysis to identify discrepancies between planned and actual costs and provide actionable insights.
- Review depreciation rates, labour costs, and overhead expenses to optimise spending practices.
- Prepare and present clear and concise cost reports, including recommendations for cost-saving measures and areas for cost reduction.
- Analyse financial data to identify opportunities for improvement and suggest actionable solutions to meet budget constraints.
Accounts Payable and Receivable Officer
KYB Corporation
Brazil
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Processing invoices, payments, and credits accurately and in timely manner.
- Maintained petty cash accurately and processed petty cash reimbursements.
- Performed bank reconciliations of 6 different banks, assisted with month-end close procedures.
- Participated in preparation of financial reports, balance sheets, and analysis of income statements.
- Compiled records for audits to ensure smooth and comprehensive reviews.
- Proactively identified and resolved discrepancies with sales, quality, and logistics teams. Recommended possible improvements, fostering collaboration for efficient financial operations.
Education
Master of Business Administration - ACCA
London School of Business & Finance
United Kingdom 03.2025 -
AAT Level 3 -
London School of Business & Finance
United Kingdom 11.2023 - 11.2024
Accounting
The Open University
United Kingdom 05.2020 - 06.2021
BSc Accounting and Finance -
Centro Universitário Internacional
Brazil 01.2017 - 06.2019
Business and Management -
Centro Universitário Senac
Brazil 01.2014 - 12.2016
Skills
- Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable
- Account Reconciliation
- ERP and Office Management Software
- Committed and Proactive
- Deadline Awareness
- Documentation Control
- Fast Learner
- High Level of Numeracy
- Microsoft Excel Expertise
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Pivot Tables
- V-look Ups
- Xero, QuickBooks and Sage
Languages
Portuguese
Native
English
Upper intermediate
Italian
Intermediate
Spanish
Intermediate
Timeline
Master of Business Administration - ACCA
London School of Business & Finance
03.2025 -
AAT Level 3 -
London School of Business & Finance
11.2023 - 11.2024
Accounting
The Open University
05.2020 - 06.2021
Financial Administrator
GXO Logistics
07.2019 - Current
Assistant Accountant
Hübner Components and Automotive Systems
12.2018 - 06.2019
Accounts Payable and Receivable Officer
KYB Corporation
03.2017 - 12.2018
BSc Accounting and Finance -
Centro Universitário Internacional
01.2017 - 06.2019
Business and Management -
Centro Universitário Senac
01.2014 - 12.2016
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