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Gemma Wildman

Worthing,West Sussex

Summary

Organized Finance Administrator, knowledgeable in various accounting programs and possessing solid computer skills. Experience in general bookkeeping, including sales and purchase ledger management, invoice processing and credit control.

Professional with keen eye for detail and high level of integrity.


Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work history

Book Keeping

Self Employed
Worthing, West Sussex
01.2022 - Current
  • End-to-end bookkeeping for a variety of businesses
  • Processing accounts on Xero & IRIS Kashklow with precision and accuracy to deliver reliable bookkeeping services.

Practice Manager

ODT Solicitors
Brighton, East Sussex
07.2017 - 05.2018
  • Responsible for overseeing the administrative and operational aspects of the firm
  • Organising staff recruitment, Inductions and appraisals
  • Ensuring compliance with legal & financial regulations
  • Managing the financial aspects of the firm, including budgeting, financial reporting, and billing processes.
  • Managing firm wide projects include, office refurbishments.


Practice Manager

Griffith Smith Farrington Webb LLP Solicitors
Brighton, East Sussex
01.2015 - 05.2017
  • Responsible for overseeing the administrative and operational aspects of the firm
  • Responsibilities included managing finance & administrative staff.
  • Managing the financial aspects of the firm, including budgeting, cashflow, financial reporting, monthly performance
  • Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
  • Ensuring compliance with legal & Financial regulations
  • Overseeing the adoption and utilisation of technology tools and software within the firm to streamline legal processes, improve efficiency, and enhance client service.


Finance Manager

Griffith Smith Farrington Webb LLP Solicitors
brighton, East Sussex
11.2008 - 08.2015
  • Managed Account team, overseeing all daily cashing and billing duties
  • Completion of VAT returns
  • Streamlined financial procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for top management review.
  • Maintained KPI reporting tools for accurate, up-to-date financial data for decision-making.
  • Implemented new financial systems enhancing data accessibility and reliability.
  • Reviewed and updated internal financial policies, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated closely with auditors to ensure smooth audit processes.
  • Trained staff on finance-related procedures


Accounts Assistant

Griffith Smith Farrington Webb Solicitors
Brighton, east sussex
01.2007 - 11.2008

Accounts Team leader

Preferred Mortgages
Haywards Heath, West Sussex
01.2003 - 01.2007

Billing Accounts Assistant

DMH Solicitors
Brighton, East Sussex
01.2000 - 01.2002

Junior Accounts Assistant

Adams & Remers Solicitors
Lewis, East Sussex
09.1998 - 01.2000

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Legal Finance

Institute Legal & Financial Management
London

A-Levels - Business and Accounts

Vardean College
Brighton

GCSEs - Including England, Math

Dorothy Stringer School
Brighton, Brighton and Hove

Timeline

Book Keeping

Self Employed
01.2022 - Current

Practice Manager

ODT Solicitors
07.2017 - 05.2018

Practice Manager

Griffith Smith Farrington Webb LLP Solicitors
01.2015 - 05.2017

Finance Manager

Griffith Smith Farrington Webb LLP Solicitors
11.2008 - 08.2015

Accounts Assistant

Griffith Smith Farrington Webb Solicitors
01.2007 - 11.2008

Accounts Team leader

Preferred Mortgages
01.2003 - 01.2007

Billing Accounts Assistant

DMH Solicitors
01.2000 - 01.2002

Junior Accounts Assistant

Adams & Remers Solicitors
09.1998 - 01.2000

Diploma of Higher Education - Legal Finance

Institute Legal & Financial Management

A-Levels - Business and Accounts

Vardean College

GCSEs - Including England, Math

Dorothy Stringer School
Gemma Wildman