Geoff Mcleavy
Chesterfield,Derbyshire
Summary
An experienced accounting background working for the Youth Hostels Association (England and Wales). The YHA, a charity and membership organisation, provides budget hospitality to groups, families and individuals. YHA is a vibrant multi-site organisation that can provide life changing experiences for younger guests.
Highly skilled professional with expertise in Sage 1000 and Sage X3, proficient in month-end processes and cash management. Demonstrates exceptional organisational and time-management skills, coupled with advanced proficiency in Excel and business intelligence software. Adept at effective communication and presentation, aiming to leverage these competencies to drive business efficiency and success.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sales Ledger & Banking Officer
YHA
Matlock, Derbyshire
01.2012 - Current
- Managing central sales ledger, to ensure timely customer payments
- Accurate reconciliation bank statements to accounting records
- Monitoring cash flow to ensure sufficient funds for business operation
- Posting of nominal journals to aid with monthly reporting cycles
- Identification and allocating £26m p.a in group payments onto YHA's booking system, providing efficiency savings for sales team
- Involved with implementation of Sage X3 accounting software, leading to improved reporting, accuracy, efficiency and compliance
- During COVID applied and received £4m in grant application to Councils, supporting YHA’s liquidity
- Involved in annual audits for maintaining accuracy in all financial records and transactions.
- Liaised closely with other departments, enhancing inter-departmental communication and cooperation.
Sales Ledger & Credit Control Section Leader
YHA
Matlock, Derbyshire
01.1998 - 01.2012
- Managing sales ledger (turnover £4m), including invoicing and credit control for Central Services, and Travel Trade Department
- Documented payments and transactions to maintain complete records.
- Initiating legal action to recover debts
- Monitored customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities, improving compliance levels.
- Established strong communication lines to foster better customer relations.
- Handled queries about payments, ensuring customers' peace of mind.
Purchase Ledger Clerk
YHA
Matlock, Derbyshire
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Payment of invoices, utilities and reimbursement of Imprest accounts from over 25 Youth Hostels
- Liaising with suppliers, hostel managers and central service teams
- Working within YHA’s cashflow requirements
- Maintained accurate financial records, ensured compliance.
- Prepared BACS payments to settle supplier balances.
- Ensured timely payments to suppliers, enhanced relationships.
- Posted financial data to appropriate accounts in automated accounting system.
- Communicated with suppliers regarding payment issues, resolved disputes.
Hostel Returns & Statistics Clerk
YHA
Matlock, Derbyshire
01.1990 - 01.1994
- Reconciling Youth Hostel income returns
- Providing monthly statistical information
- Liaising with hostel managers and National Office teams
- Monitoring debtors
- Accounts training for hostel staff
Assistant Warden
YHA
04.1986 - 01.1989
- At the following Youth Hostels – Salcombe, Maypool, Ilam Hall and Arundel
- Duties included reception, accounting, catering, cleaning, maintenance and staff training
Education
AAT -
Chesterfield College
Chesterfield, DerbyshireBSc - Geography
Coventry (Lanchester) Polytechnic
/1982 - /1985
3 x GCE “A” LEVELS, 8 x GCE “O” LEVELS -
Tapton Comprehensive School
Sheffield 06.1977 - 06.1981
Skills
- Sage 1000
- Sage X3
- Month-end processes
- Cash management
- Organizational skills
- Time-management skills
- Excel
- Business intelligence software
- Effective communication
- Presentation skills
Custom
- I play badminton for two clubs to a good standard, managing one of these clubs.
- Recently returned to playing snooker, captaining our club’s C team in the Chesterfield league.
- I also enjoy walking, cycling and photography.
Timeline
Sales Ledger & Banking Officer
YHA
01.2012 - Current
Sales Ledger & Credit Control Section Leader
YHA
01.1998 - 01.2012
Purchase Ledger Clerk
YHA
01.1994 - 01.1998
Hostel Returns & Statistics Clerk
YHA
01.1990 - 01.1994
Assistant Warden
YHA
04.1986 - 01.1989
3 x GCE “A” LEVELS, 8 x GCE “O” LEVELS -
Tapton Comprehensive School
06.1977 - 06.1981
AAT -
Chesterfield College
BSc - Geography
Coventry (Lanchester) Polytechnic
/1982 - /1985
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