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Lisa Brown

Southend on Sea,Essex

Summary

I am a confident and personable professional with a can-do attitude. I thrive in team environments but am equally effective when working independently. Highly self-motivated and conscientious, I embrace challenges and quickly adapt to new tasks and skills. Known for my reliability, strong work ethic, and sense of responsibility, I consistently deliver results and maintain high standards in everything I do.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

SEND Finance & Data Officer

Southend City Council
06.2020 - Current
  • Ensured accurate reporting for informed business decisions with meticulous data entry.
  • Audited existing databases, resulting in significant improvements in overall functionality.
  • Created detailed reports highlighting trends identified within datasets.

Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger

Sovereign Design Play Systems
05.2018 - 05.2020
  • Improved accuracy of financial data by conducting thorough checks and balances.
  • Ensured compliance with accounting standards through diligent record keeping.
  • Coordinated with various departments regarding invoicing matters, resolved queries efficiently.
  • Liaised with clients regarding overdue payments, facilitated swift resolution of issues.
  • Conducted bank reconciliations regularly to maintain accurate records.


Book Keeper and Office Administrator

AW Specialist Joinery Ltd
01.2010 - 05.2018
  • Maintaining the daily journals and creating a month end report for the accountant
  • Oversaw invoicing and billing tasks, maintaining financial transparency in the office.
  • Organised filing systems and maintained records and documentation in alignment with company policies and data security protocols.
  • Produced and distributed monthly reports using Excel knowledge, enabling improved business analysis.
  • Liaised with external vendors and service providers to address on-site maintenance and repair needs.

Network Co-coordinator

FT Partners
01.2005 - 12.2009
  • Collaborated across departments for strategic planning purposes
  • Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders for increased trust and collaboration.
  • Managed invoicing tasks smoothly, ensuring accurate financial records were maintained.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements, ensuring seamless journey for staff members on business trips.
  • Handled incoming calls professionally whilst providing helpful assistance to callers.

Education

O-Levels -

Southend High School For Girls
Southend-on-Sea
09.1982 - 07.1987

City & Guilds Levels 1 & 2 - Book Keeping

South Essex College
Southend-on-Sea
09.2005 - 07.2006

NVQ Level 2 - Business Admin - Business Administration

Workplace
Southend-on-Sea
09.2008 - 07.2009

AAT Level 2 - Accountancy

South Essex College
Southend-on-Sea
09.2018 - 07.2019

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Resourcefulness
  • Accounting
  • Team building
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Quality Assurance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

SEND Finance & Data Officer

Southend City Council
06.2020 - Current

AAT Level 2 - Accountancy

South Essex College
09.2018 - 07.2019

Accounts Assistant / Purchase Ledger

Sovereign Design Play Systems
05.2018 - 05.2020

Book Keeper and Office Administrator

AW Specialist Joinery Ltd
01.2010 - 05.2018

NVQ Level 2 - Business Admin - Business Administration

Workplace
09.2008 - 07.2009

City & Guilds Levels 1 & 2 - Book Keeping

South Essex College
09.2005 - 07.2006

Network Co-coordinator

FT Partners
01.2005 - 12.2009

O-Levels -

Southend High School For Girls
09.1982 - 07.1987

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