Mary Katherine Allan

1.Systems Analyst

• Translated client needs into practical IT solutions,
• Special attention to stock control, purchasing, warehouse and distribution,
• Improved system efficiency by investigating and implementing new software solutions.
• Developed functional specifications for implementing integration-related solutions.
• Implemented process enhancements that led to increased productivity and efficiency.
• Planned and managed projects through consultations with internal and external teams to meet set objectives on time and on budget.
• Wrote documentation and detailed configuration requirements for improved system development.
• Undertook detailed data analysis for better business decision making, using various data mining tools
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful implementations and system enhancements.

2. Payroll

• Coordinated payroll activities for the timely disbursement of salaries for various companies
• Processed and recorded all statutory returns , including Pension Funds , Medical , and Revenue Services
• Performed all reconciliations and documentation for Audit/Accountants
• Produced detailed Analysis reports to improve efficiencies and highlight discrepencies

3. Financial Accounting

• Managed end-to-end bookkeeping for varied portfolios, including sole traders, and SMEs.
• Analysed financial data to uncover and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconciled expense reports and financial statements to enforce established cost controls.
• Investigated suspected cases of fraud and theft involving small numbers of transactions or complex systems.

• Implemented system upgrades effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to end-users.
• Collaborated with developers to implement new software features for business growth.
• Troubleshot and resolved software issues for improved user experience.
• Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for better understanding of system processes among team members.
• Responded promptly to service outages or interruptions resulting in reduced downtime.
• Conducted regular testing of software updates before deployment for enhanced reliability.
• Facilitated user training sessions about new feature releases leading to increased product adoption rates.

• Prepared Financial Bookkeeping data, oversaw debtors and creditors and prepared cashbook information
• Moved within the company to a new position to assist with the implementation of a bespoke software program.
• Assisted development team with company process for efficient system development
• Thoroughly tested all software prior to implementation
• Provided software training for all employees.
• Worked with employees to improve and enhance software development

• Various Accounting Temprorary Positions whilst in the UK
• Creditors Prcoessing
• Debtors Processing
• Cashbooks
• Payrolls

• Creditors (AP) Control
• Reconcilliations and payment preparation
• Cashbook Processing
• Basic Bookkeeping and cost accounting