Noheli Vera
Guildford,Surrey
Summary
Detail oriented professional with expertise in accounts payable, including invoice processing, payment runs, and supplier management. Proficient in bank and ledger reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and Sage 50 accounts, with experience in multi-currency payments and audit support. Strong communication skills facilitate effective collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. Career goals include advancing within the finance sector while leveraging analytical skills to enhance financial operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Finance assistant - Accounts Payable Assistant
Giggling Squid Restaurants Limited
Guildford, Surrey
01.2023 - Current
- Review, verify, and process supplier invoices for payment, ensuring accuracy in amounts, terms, and coding. Ensure proper authorisation and approval from relevant department heads before initiating payments.
- Prepare weekly, monthly payment runs, ensuring all invoices are paid within agreed terms. Utilize various payment methods, while ensuring payments are processed on time and accurately.
- Ensuring all bank transactions (payments, receipts, and charges) are reconciled with the company’s financial records, and identifying any discrepancies.
- Assisting with tracking cash flow and ensuring adequate liquidity for restaurant operations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, addressing and resolving invoices queries in a professional manner.
- Regularly reconcile supplier statements and accounts payable ledger, ensuring all discrepancies are identified and resolved quickly.
- Proficient in using accounting software Sage, to input financial data, generate reports, and track financial performance.
- Support audit activities by providing required documentation and ensuring compliance with internal financial procedures.
Restaurant general manager
Five Guys
Guildford, Surrey
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Boosted profitability through effective cost control measures.
- Effectively managed payroll and HR processes, including paperwork completion for new hires and terminations.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
General office administrator
Ocean Club
Marbella, Spain
06.2017 - 12.2019
- Produced and distributed monthly reports using Excel knowledge, enabling improved business analysis.
- Organised filing systems and maintained records and documentation in alignment with company policies and data security protocols.
- Implemented new procedures which improved workflow in the office.
- Provided administrative support to senior managers, aiding their efficiency.
Education
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
/2024 -
Bachelor of Business Administration -
University of Malaga
Malaga, Spain /2013 - /2017
Skills
- Accounts Payable: Invoice processing, payment runs, and supplier management
- Reconciliation: Bank and ledger reconciliations ensuring accuracy
- Microsoft Excel
Reconciliation & Reporting
- Sage 50 accounts usage
- Multi currency payments
- Audit Support: Knowledgeable in providing support during audits, preparing necessary documentation, and ensuring compliance with financial policies
- Communication & Collaboration: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers and internal teams
Attention to Detail
Languages
English
Fluent
Spanish
Native
Italian
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Finance assistant - Accounts Payable Assistant
Giggling Squid Restaurants Limited
01.2023 - Current
Restaurant general manager
Five Guys
01.2020 - 12.2022
General office administrator
Ocean Club
06.2017 - 12.2019
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
/2024 -
Bachelor of Business Administration -
University of Malaga
/2013 - /2017