Lorraine Marriage
Minster On Sea,United Kingdom
Summary
A recent student with bookkeeping qualifications looking to use the skills and knowledge obtained in a finance role. Can also bring transferable working and customer skills from previous employment as a dental nurse to a future finance position. Reputation for hard work, punctuality and willingness to learn new things. Also like to be very organised in my work.
I am available to work immediately and willing to relocate if needed. Remote-ready with home office set up.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Qualified dental nurse
Enhance Orthodontics
Rochester, Kent
06.2022 - 03.2026
- Organise and prepare the dental surgery for a clinic of 30 patients per day
- Prepared patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort and readiness.
- Supported dentists during both routine check-ups and specialised treatments for optimal results.
- Delivered quality customer service, resulting in repeat appointments and referrals from satisfied patients.
- Documented patient records diligently, facilitating accurate tracking of medical histories and treatments given.
- Improved teamwork among dental staff through effective communication skills.
- Participated actively in team meetings and training sessions.
Qualified dental nurse
Quigley Dental Practice
Northfleet, Kent
12.2014 - 05.2022
- Prepare the surgery for the clinic of 20 patients
- Taking responsibility for decontamination of instruments
- Maintaining dental operating equipment
- Ensure all relevant materials and supplies were in place
- Looking after patient records- including making notes and charting when the dentist or hygienist is examining the patient
- Working closely with the dentist, responding immediately to requests
- Performed high standards of cleanliness and control of infection, including sterilization of all instruments
Education
AAT Level 2 Certificate In Bookkeeping - Introduction and Principles of Bookkeeping
Kent Adult Education
Kent, United Kingdom 10.2025 - 05.2026
AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping - Introduction to Bookkeeping
Kent Adult Education
Kent, United Kingdom 01.2025 - 07.2025
Skills
- Customer communication Skills
- Team Working
- Computer Skills- Microsoft Office including Excel and company software programmes
- Handling confidential records
- Data protection handling
- Calm under pressure
- Understanding the role a Bookkeeper has within the finance team
- Understanding of Financial transactions in relevant journals and the importance of accurate recording
- Process customer and Supplier transactions, payments and receipts
- Preparing initial trial balances using control accounts
- Completing Bank reconciliations
- Benefits and risks associated with using accounting software to complete bookkeeping tasks
Affiliations
- Cycling
- Crafts
- Darts
- Volunteering at a local Music and Car event
- Gardening
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
AAT Level 2 Certificate In Bookkeeping - Introduction and Principles of Bookkeeping
Kent Adult Education
10.2025 - 05.2026
AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping - Introduction to Bookkeeping
Kent Adult Education
01.2025 - 07.2025
Qualified dental nurse
Enhance Orthodontics
06.2022 - 03.2026
Qualified dental nurse
Quigley Dental Practice
12.2014 - 05.2022