Nichola Frost
Worcester,WOR
Summary
Organised professional with meticulous attention to detail. Proven success adapting to different procedures while adhering to company standards. Background in maintaining financial records and meeting strict deadlines.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accounts Assistant
Team Blue Internet Services UK Limited
Worcester, Worcestershire
06.2008 - Current
- Verified invoices against purchase orders.
- Produced accurate general ledger entries with SAP accounting software for seven entities.
- Verified items billed against items received, following up with vendors to reconcile variances.
- Coordinated with various departments regarding invoicing matters, resolved queries efficiently.
- Raising of intercompany recharge invoices and ad-hoc sales invoices.
- Posting of assets and maintenance of control spreadsheet.
- Preparation of bi-monthly payment runs and payment processing.
- Daily importing of sales data into SAP from in-house system, and resolving any issues.
- Monitored accounts payable and receivable statuses, keeping financial records up-to-date.
- Prepared Excel spreadsheets to track banking transactions and financial performance.
- Conducted bank reconciliations regularly to maintain accurate records.
- Liaised with clients regarding overdue payments, facilitated swift resolution of issues.
- Provided administrative support to finance team for seamless operations.
- Input sales, purchase and cash transactions.
- Assisted in monthly closings, ensured timely completion of tasks.
- Helped with preparation of management accounts and end-month duties.
- Met deadlines by managing workload independently.
- Prioritised administrative tasks based on tight deadlines.
- Followed documentation procedures to maintain robust recordkeeping system.
- Stored confidential information safely and securely in line with company protocol.
- Training of new staff members on SAP.
Accounts Supervisor
Vandemoortele NV
Worcester
02.2000 - 06.2008
- Oversaw accurate processing of 400+ UK and foreign invoices per month, using SAP.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy.
- Ensured integrity of AP and nominal ledgers, posting journals to guarantee full compliance with internal controls.
- Enabled efficient tracking of AP payments by maintaining clean, organised AP ledger in SAP accounting software.
- Conducted monthly account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies swiftly.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams facilitating seamless workflow operations.
- Liaised with suppliers to resolve invoicing issues with positive outcome.
- Oversaw payroll activities to ensure timely and accurate payment.
- Trained 1 Accounts Assistant in Access Payroll use.
- Maintenance and reconciliation of asset accounts.
- Preparation of VAT returns and Intrastat returns
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards through meticulous record keeping.
- Participated actively in year-end closure activities ensuring adherence to deadlines.
- Liaised with external auditors, ensuring smooth auditing processes.
- Supervised accounting department operations and small team of employees.
Team Leader
Roadchef Motorway Services
Gloucester
07.1997 - 02.2000
- Team leader for two staff members.
- Main objective - daily processing of cash sheets (sales) for two motorway service areas, staff expenses and head office overheads.
- Processed staff expenses claims, ensured fair reimbursement practices.
- Conducted bank reconciliations regularly to maintain accurate records.
- Processing of Head Office expenses in line with company's policies, escalating concerns and discrepancies.
- Coordinated with various departments regarding invoicing matters, resolved queries efficiently.
- Preparation of bi-monthly payment runs and payment processing.
- Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.
- Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Provided comprehensive onboarding training to reduce learning curve for new hires.
Office Supervisor
Take a Break Motorway Services Limited
Strensham, Gloucester
01.1994 - 07.1997
- Initially employed as Cash Office Assistant, then as Sales Ledger Clerk before achieving promotion to Office Supervisor.
- Cash office:
- Balanced end of day cash per department.
- Processed and reconciled large quantities of cash, cheques and credit cards achieving zero errors.
- Maintained inventory of cash at all times to have ready access to funds when needed.
- Ensured safe storage of cash by maintaining secure work environment.
- Executed bank deposits and filed slips.
- Sales Ledger:
- Daily processing of cash sheets (sales) for motorway service area north and south bound.
- Reconciliation of Fuel Accounts.
- Reconciliation of Credit Card Statements
- Office Supervisor:
- Cover for Weekly Payroll
- General Office & Reception Duties
- Supervised and guided office staff, fostering collaborative and productive work environment.
- Led team of four office staff to deliver friendly, engaging and efficient office service.
Education
NVQ level 4 - Association of Accounting Technicians
Worcester Colledge of Technology
Worcester, Worcestershire /1997 - /1999
BTec - Business Studies
Worcester College of Technology
Worcester, Worcestershire 09.1983 - 05.1985
O Levels - English Language, Math, Geology, History, French,
Bishop Perowne C of E Secondary School
Worcester, Worcestershire 09.1978 - 05.1993
Skills
- Organisational awareness
- Effective time management
- SAP Accounts Payable
- Accounts payable, receivable, general ledger accounting
- Invoice raising and processing
- Microsoft Excel
- Cash Flow analysis
- Bank reconciliation
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Hiking
- Cookery
- Sewing
Timeline
Accounts Assistant
Team Blue Internet Services UK Limited
06.2008 - Current
Accounts Supervisor
Vandemoortele NV
02.2000 - 06.2008
Team Leader
Roadchef Motorway Services
07.1997 - 02.2000
Office Supervisor
Take a Break Motorway Services Limited
01.1994 - 07.1997
BTec - Business Studies
Worcester College of Technology
09.1983 - 05.1985
O Levels - English Language, Math, Geology, History, French,
Bishop Perowne C of E Secondary School
09.1978 - 05.1993
NVQ level 4 - Association of Accounting Technicians
Worcester Colledge of Technology
/1997 - /1999
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