Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
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Jayme Lewis

Summary

Results driven and hard working professional with strong organisational skills. Energetic and a strong communicator dedicated to achieving project objectives through exceptional planning and prioritisation. Confidently take on challenging new roles harnessing interpersonal skills and collaboration. Proven ability to multi task and manage projects. Driven to deliver high quality service and consistent results.


Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Archaeologist

Cotswold Archaeology
Andover, Hampshire
06.2023 - Current

Over 2 years of demonstrated fieldwork experience across diverse archaeological sites spanning the Neolithic to post-Medieval period.


Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with archaeological excavations and recorded features using drawings, detailed notes, photography, context sheets, and digital recording software
  • document artefacts for later analysis
  • Assist with site evaluations
  • Knowing when and how to sample deposits
  • Maintain ethical practices and professional integrity through adherence to research best practices and to the health and safety standards of the site
  • Map archaeological sites using GPS receivers with Leica Captivate software
  • understanding and applying physical and chronological stratigraphy through sketch Harris-matrix
  • Maintain and store detailed field notes and records of findings throughout each project
  • Plant watching: Stripping of topsoil, then subsoil, to the top of the natural overburden, allowing for archaeological monitoring of each interface
  • Help train new trainees with company best practices
  • Understand the elements of, and adhere to health and safety standards of the site

Accountant

AdvanceNet/ Watercare Mining/ Kokwethu Ltd
South Africa
03.2010 - 04.2020
  • Conducted complex account reconciliations, ensuring record consistency.
  • Generated accurate financial reports with accounting software tools.
  • Assisted in financial audits to enhance internal controls.
  • Ensured timely invoice payments through diligent follow ups.
  • Optimised cash flow via stringent accounts receivable management.
  • Managed payroll processing efficiently to maintain accuracy.
  • Organised month-end, quarterly, and year-end processes effectively.
  • Advised management on financial aspects of operations, inventory, and budgets.
  • Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting
  • Investigated suspected cases of fraud and theft and implemented control measures to mitigate future loss

Education

Bachelor of Science - Archaeology, Anthropology and Forensic Sciences

Bournemouth University
Poole
09.2020 - 06.2023

NVQ Level 5 - Bookkeeping

University of South Africa
South Africa
01.2013 - 11.2013

Skills

  • Written and verbal communication
  • Deadline management
  • Research skills
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management

Accomplishments

Jack Parsons Award - awarded for the best undergraduate dissertation or project on a topic in fields of local history, geography, and environmental studies


Archaeology and Anthropology Academic Achievement Award, awarded to the best undergraduate.


Publications


Pinning down the serpent’s tail: confirming the course of the Beckhampton Avenue, Avebury. Wiltshire Archaeological and Natural History Magazine, Vol, 117 (2024), pp.1-18 Dec 11, 2024


Certification

Certificate: Assessing Heritage Significance - Historic England

Languages

Afrikaans
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Archaeologist

Cotswold Archaeology
06.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Archaeology, Anthropology and Forensic Sciences

Bournemouth University
09.2020 - 06.2023

NVQ Level 5 - Bookkeeping

University of South Africa
01.2013 - 11.2013

Accountant

AdvanceNet/ Watercare Mining/ Kokwethu Ltd
03.2010 - 04.2020
Jayme Lewis