Natasha Goodwin

• Manage comprehensive financial operations using Xero accounting system, maintaining accurate financial records for multiple projects (profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow statements)
• Conduct weekly bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow to support business growth and operational decision-making
• Process company invoices, expenses and financial transactions
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts and financial reports for board review, highlighting key performance indicators
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations including accurate and timely filings for PAYE, NIC and pension contributions
• Assist with preparation of funding applications and financial documentation for investors in the renewable energy sector
• Support development of financial forecasts essential for strategic planning in this growing cleantech business
• Coordinate with external accountants for VAT submissions and year-end financial preparations
• Maintain company insurance coverage and ensure appropriate documentation is in place
• Manage accounts payable/receivable processes, implementing effective credit control procedures to maintain healthy cash flow
• Support senior leadership team with day-to-day business administration and financial decision-making
• Track project budgets and expenditures across multiple renewable energy initiatives
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions in accordance with company policies and data security protocols
• Facilitated seamless onboarding process for new customers
• Implemented revised onboarding procedures to improve new hire experiences
• Office management responsibilities including management of IT subscriptions and vendor relationships

• Managed 110-employee head office, supervising daily operations and implementing systems to enhance efficiency and productivity
• Tracked and processed team expenses, reconciled accounts, and maintained accurate financial records in compliance with company policies
• Processed invoices and financial data with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Managed a team of four clerical staff to ensure consistent delivery of administrative support for the business
• Coordinated with senior management on financial matters, prepared data for review meetings, and implemented improvements to financial tracking systems
• Organised filing systems and maintained documentation in alignment with data security protocols
• Arranged corporate events for 300+ attendees, managing budgets and vendor relationships

• Managed office calendar, set new appointments and assisted with arrangements. front of house duties, answered 100+ telephone calls per day, compiling detailed notes and promptly forwarding as required, maintained accurate and up-to-date records for smooth handovers, acted as first point of contact for wide range of personnel, set up office spaces, equipment and support services for client and team meetings, coordinated travel flights, accommodation and itineraries for office staff.

• Invoicing, bookkeeping, quarterly VAT returns, petty cash/expenses, responsible for 40+ employee time cards/hours, purchasing, credit control, payroll preparation, Quickbooks/Sage & Xero, knowledge of pension preparation, process payments.

• VAT Returns, bookkeeping, invoicing, bank reconciliations, payroll, self-assessment tax returns, annual accounts preparation.

Liaising with customers, strong customer service skills, booking appointments, new client sign ups, maintaining staff relationships, payroll, bookkeeping, VAT Returns, account management.

• Responsible for lettings in Bristol offices, valuations, yearly budgets, monthly figures profit/loss, diary and staff management, setting targets/commission structure.

Property Consultant - Goodman & Lilley Estate Agents 2012 - 2015

Estate Agents Responsible for lettings in Bristol offices, valuations, yearly budgets, monthly figures profit/loss, diary and staff management, setting targets/commission structure. Property Consultant MARLA,