LARA CARRUTHERS
Stroud,Gloucestershire
Summary
I take pride in being detail-oriented and ensuring everything I produce is accurate and thorough. I approach new roles with a medthodical midnset, making sure I fully understand the fundamentals so I can support the team effectively. While I'm known for my positive and approachable nature, I'm most at home when I'm focused and working steadily towards the task in hand.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Saving Souls Animal Rescue
Adoption Coordinator
Remote
2025.10 - Current
- Managing detailed adoption administration and liaising with European shelters.
- Matching dogs to potential adopters to facilitate successful placements.
- Coordinating collection arrangements for adopted dogs.
- Supporting adoption processes through effective communication and scheduling.
- Maintaining and updating adoption databases and communication records for accurate information management.
- Promoting Cyprus dogs through social media platforms to connect with potential adopters.
Petways
Rescue Animal Delivery Driver
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
2021.08 - 2026.04
- Transporting rescue dogs and cats across Europe to provide them with forever homes.
- Ensuring animal welfare through rigorous safety checks and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Coordinating complex logistics while adapting to unpredictable schedules.
KCA Training
Finance officer
Dursley, Gloucestershire
2024.02 - 2026.03
- Responsible for the full spectrum of company accounting duties, including:
- Actioned and managed the finance email inbox, processing remittances, purchase invoices, and PO numbers.
- Ensured accuracy of sales ledger leading to improved financial reporting. Achieved integration of sales invoices with DMS software and Kashflow, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Resolved aged debtor; recovering overdue payments.
- Oversee purchase ledger operations to ensure timely processing of invoices and supplier payments, enhancing financial accuracy.
- Preparing weekly cashflow forecasts and monthly management accounts preparation, VAT returns and monthly payroll.
Adnet Engineering
Bookkeeper
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2021.06 - 2023.12
- Executed comprehensive management of company accounts from processing invoices to VAT returns utilising accounting software and DMS software.
SPA Bookkeeping
Bookkeeper
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2020.08 - 2021.05
- Processed invoices and payments accurately, assisted in bank and credit card reconciliations.
Peter Ball Estate Agent
Viewing and Sales Assistant
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2017.02 - 2021.03
- Accompany applicants during property viewings to provide guided support. Input applicant information accurately into DMS software for record keeping.
Mallams Auction
Auction House Administrator
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2018.06 - 2020.08
- Respond to email enquiries and incoming phone calls. Prepare and type clear auction brochures for upcoming events.
Cafe Moochoo
Cafe Owner
Cheltenahm, Gloucestershire
2011.07 - 2018.11
- Prepared cakes, savouries, and soups daily.
- Welcomed and served customers with a friendly attitude.
- Assisted with bookkeeping and general administrative tasks.
Previous Employers
Previous Jobs
1987.09 - 2011.07
Education
AAT Accounting Level 2 & 3 - Accounting
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester 2018.01 - 2020.01
Level 3 Diploma - Counselling
Evesham College
Evesham 2015.09 - 2016.06
RSA II - Typing
Ludlow College
Ludlow 1994.09 - 1995.07
5 GCSEs - Maths, English, Psychology, Human Biology
Hereford Tech College
Hereford 1993.09 - 1994.07
Skills
- Knowledge of KashFlow, QuickBooks, Excel, Outlook
- Credit control oversight
- Financial reporting
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Problem-solving
- Resourcefulness
- Customer relationships
Affiliations
- Etsy shop, dog walking, baking, psychology, podcasts
References
- Sam, Goodwin, sam@petways.co.uk, 07881 953903, Petways, Nordown Farm, North Cerney, Cirencester, GL7 7DE
- Rachel, Burgess, rachel.burgess@kca.training, 01453 488400, KCA Training, The Priory, Long Street, Dursley, GL11 4HR
Timeline
Saving Souls Animal Rescue
Adoption Coordinator
2025.10 - Current
KCA Training
Finance officer
2024.02 - 2026.03
Petways
Rescue Animal Delivery Driver
2021.08 - 2026.04
Adnet Engineering
Bookkeeper
2021.06 - 2023.12
SPA Bookkeeping
Bookkeeper
2020.08 - 2021.05
Mallams Auction
Auction House Administrator
2018.06 - 2020.08
AAT Accounting Level 2 & 3 - Accounting
Gloucestershire College
2018.01 - 2020.01
Peter Ball Estate Agent
Viewing and Sales Assistant
2017.02 - 2021.03
Level 3 Diploma - Counselling
Evesham College
2015.09 - 2016.06
Cafe Moochoo
Cafe Owner
2011.07 - 2018.11
RSA II - Typing
Ludlow College
1994.09 - 1995.07
5 GCSEs - Maths, English, Psychology, Human Biology
Hereford Tech College
1993.09 - 1994.07
Previous Employers
Previous Jobs
1987.09 - 2011.07