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LOUISE MARIA JONES

hengoed,caerphilly

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in account management, month-end and year-end closings, and fixed asset accounting. Demonstrates proficiency in bookkeeping, management accounts, and tax knowledge, with a strong command of Sage 50. Adept at handling accounts payable/receivable and executing month-end and year-end closing procedures efficiently. Committed to leveraging skills to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency within an organisation.


Skilled finanace accounts controller bringing 15 years of experience working with manufacturing organisations. Proven leadership and success in leading teams in achieving financial goals. Accomplished in working with executive leaders to develop business, financial and growth strategies.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTS CONTROLLER

HOTSET UK LTD
hengoed, MID GLAMORGAN
04.2010 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive payroll review and input, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Guided financial teams in analysing trends, enabling proactive decision support.
  • Negotiated vendor and supplier contracts to reduce expenditures and minimise price increases.
  • Drafted income statements and balance sheets to illustrate financial assets and inform forecasting.
  • Analysed budgets and financial projections for accurate reporting of company performance.
  • Implemented cost reduction strategies to enhance profitability without compromising quality or service levels.
  • Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting.
  • Resolved invoice coding and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Oversaw accounting, payroll and financial reports to support daily functions.
  • Managed annual corporation tax computations with accurate, timely tax submissions.
  • Reviewed and certified official financial statements for presentation to shareholders and governing bodies.
  • Managed audit processes for assured transparency and accuracy in reports.
  • Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.
  • Recommended FX trades to meet working capital requirements, maintaining adherence to payment run compliance.
  • Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
  • Oversaw and approved monthly management accounts, contributing to strategic decision-making.
  • Generated invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Worked with executives to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses.
  • Liaised with external auditors for a seamless auditing process.
  • Completed meticulous monthly balance sheet reconciliations, achieving financial accuracy.
  • Managed financial updates, watch lists and insurance files.
  • Prepared quarterly UK VAT submissions and approved foreign territory VAT submissions.
  • Provided valuable insights in monthly and quarterly business planning cycles.
  • Reduced month-end reporting time, leveraging mastery of industry-leading software.
  • Oversaw bank reconciliations and managed short-term working capital, including credit control.
  • Maximised year-end tax benefits by efficiently managing cash flows.

Bank cashier

Halifax
Bargoed, Caerphilly County Borough
03.2001 - 09.2004

Office supervisor

TALBOT OWEN
hengoed, MID GLAMORGAN
05.1987 - 01.1995

Education

O LEVELS - ART AND MATHEMATICS

LEWIS GIRLS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL
Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly County Borough
01.1979 - 06.1985

Skills

  • Account management
  • Month-end and year-end closings
  • Fixed asset accounting
  • Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable
  • Month-end and year-end closing procedures
  • Bookkeeping proficiency
  • Management accounts
  • Tax knowledge
  • Sage 50 knowledge

Affiliations

  • In my spare time I love walking, dancing singing and spending time with my family.

Accomplishments

I am a self motivated individual, I love working as part of a team, love challenges and love to learn something new each day.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

FINANCE AND ACCOUNTS CONTROLLER

HOTSET UK LTD
04.2010 - Current

Bank cashier

Halifax
03.2001 - 09.2004

Office supervisor

TALBOT OWEN
05.1987 - 01.1995

O LEVELS - ART AND MATHEMATICS

LEWIS GIRLS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL
01.1979 - 06.1985

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