Open to work
Jason Marshall
Eastbourne,East Sussex
Summary
Results-driven finance professional skilled in planning and organising workloads to meet tight deadlines. Strong analytical and communication skills facilitate effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration. Experienced in financial analysis and data presentation using Microsoft 365, ensuring adherence to data protection regulations. Eager to apply and expand expertise in project management and strategic initiatives to drive impactful decision-making.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work history
Parking Business Officer
East Sussex County Council
Eastbourne, East Sussex
Dec 2010 - Current
- Created, analysed and presented accurate, financial forecasts.
- Used trend analysis and knowledge of service area to set and control budgets.
- Streamlined business processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Improved operational efficiency by refining workflow processes and procedures.
- Applied Excel skills to efficiently analyse data sets.
- Ability to collate and analyse data and undertake research showing attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Oversaw maintenance activities maintaining a clean and safe environment for customers.
- Checked accuracy of road lines and parking signs, reporting defective lines and signs.
- Communicated effectively with over 200 diverse customers using tact and diplomacy to provide clear advice.
- Held a polite, professional manner, handling confrontation with tact and diplomacy.
- Offered advice and guidance to members of public.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by fostering positive relationships with colleagues and clients.
- Ability to organise workloads to meet deadlines and deal with conflicting demands.
- Ability to solve complex problems and develop solutions.
- Able to use own initiative to solve problems, improve processes.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Applied coaching and mentoring skills to enhance team performance and individual growth.
- Significant customer service experience and commitment to a customer service approach which puts the customer at the heart of decision making.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure, including the confidence to take control of a difficult situation.
- Awareness of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Ability to deal with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
- Developed ICT skills, including ability to accurately input and check data.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (in particular Outlook, Word PowerPoint and Excel) and competent use of the internet.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration for unified organisational goals.
Finance Officer
East Sussex County Council
Lewes, East Sussex
1990.09 - 2010.11
- Analysed complex financial data to provide insightful reports to senior management.
- Developed comprehensive budget forecasts to improve cost efficiency.
- Provided financial performance reports as part of monthly reporting and monitoring.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by actively monitoring changes in financial laws.
- Streamlined processes by implementing effective policies and procedures.
- Improved operational efficiency by automating various finance-related tasks wherever possible.
- Maintained high level of accuracy whilst processing payments.
- Prepared accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions for processing, ensuring meticulous attention to detail to reduce errors.
- Identified discrepancies in reconciliations, taking corrective action to maintain integrity.
- Updated financial records regularly for streamlined operations and better decision-making.
- Compiled financial data for forecasting and budgeting.
- Evaluated information to prepare realistic, balanced forecasts to inform sound decision making.
- Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
- Generated invoices based on established accounts.
- Resolved invoice coding and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Conducted training sessions on new accounting software to enhance staff proficiency.
- Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.
- Guided management on financial transactions to support informed decision-making.
- Established internal controls to enhance accuracy and reliability of financial reporting. and set up standard procedures for business accounting systems.
- Established internal controls to enhance accuracy and reliability of financial reporting. and set up standard procedures for business accounting systems.
Labourer and van fitter
Marshall Laundon
Brighton, East Sussex
1988.09 - 1990.06
- Enthusiastically picked up various labouring and construction tasks across site to aid team success.
- Worked efficiently under pressure resulting in consistent productivity despite tight schedules.
- Performed daily equipment checks ensuring machinery was always in good condition.
- Followed instructions with strict attention to detail to perform assigned tasks under minimal supervision.
- Kept workspaces organised and tidy, promoting a safe and efficient working environment. Organised with regular attention.
- Assisted team members by fulfilling their requests to enhance production flow. of teammates for seamless production.
- Adapted quickly to new procedures, ensuring continuity of operations.
- Collaborated effectively with team during manual tasks to contribute to project success.
- Communicated well with team across multiple locations.
- Kept accurate, detailed production data and records for quality control.
- Reported daily production data to senior management for accurate recordkeeping.
Apprentice plumber
G P Mold Heating Engineers
Brighton, East Sussex
1986.09 - 1988.06
- Demonstrated dedication towards learning from experienced plumbers on the job.
- Enhanced technical skills through continuous on-the-job training sessions.
- Completed all works to high standards in line with company and industry requirements.
- Adhered to project timelines while maintaining quality standards. and timescales and liaised with managers and customers for schedule changes.
- Prioritised workloads to ensure timely project completion. to meet strict deadlines without compromising quality.
- Improved system performance by maintaining cleanliness at work sites.
- Ensured customer satisfaction through timely resolution of complaints.
- Provided friendly, professional service, checking customer satisfaction with completed works to uphold business reputation.
- Maintained high standards of professionalism when interacting with clients.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Business & Administration
Cambridge OCR
Eastbourne, East Sussex 09/2012 - 06/2013
GCSEs - Geography
Longhill High School
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 06/1986 - 06/1986
O Level - English
Longhill High School
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 06/1986 - 06/1986
GCSEs - Maths
Brighton Technical College
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 06/1988 - 06/1988
Skills
- Financial forecasting
- Data presentation
- Report writing
- Tech proficiency
- Workload management
- Team collaboration
- Data protection knowledge
- Resilience
- Audience adaptation
- Professional development
Timeline
Parking Business Officer
East Sussex County Council
Dec 2010 - Current
Finance Officer
East Sussex County Council
1990.09 - 2010.11
Labourer and van fitter
Marshall Laundon
1988.09 - 1990.06
Apprentice plumber
G P Mold Heating Engineers
1986.09 - 1988.06
GCSEs - Maths
Brighton Technical College
06/1988 - 06/1988
O Level - English
Longhill High School
06/1986 - 06/1986
GCSEs - Geography
Longhill High School
06/1986 - 06/1986
NVQ Level 3 - Business & Administration
Cambridge OCR
09/2012 - 06/2013