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Paul Williams

Birmingham,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in treasury operations and financial forecasting, demonstrating communication excellence and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Skilled in general ledger reconciliations, contributing to streamlined financial processes. I have a full, clean driving licence and I am DBS checked.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Pre-School Finance Officer

Our Lady of the Wayside Pre-School
Birmingham, West Midlands
01.2024 - 08.2025
  • Maintained accurate books for clear financial visibility.
  • Produced timely financial reports with use of bookkeeping software.
  • Ensured tax compliance by preparing accurate tax returns on time.
  • Processed invoices promptly, enabled swift payment processing.
  • Handled payroll administration to guarantee proper compensation for employees.
  • Balanced general ledger by reconciling entries accurately and promptly.
  • Assisted in budget preparation, aided in cost control measures.
  • Handled bank and balance sheet reconciliations to maintain accurate, up-to-date accounts.
  • Updated accounts with precision and accuracy to deliver reliable bookkeeping services.

Treasury Manager

Boots Opticians Ltd
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
04.1992 - 01.2023
  • Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting.
  • Analysed budgets and financial projections for accurate reporting of company performance.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
  • Maintained comprehensive budgets and accounts to effectively control cashflow and expenditure.
  • Produced month-end forecasts, providing insight on material variances for high-risk budget areas.
  • Streamlined reconciliation processes with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Managed daily cash flow for improved organisational liquidity.
  • Fostered strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication and updates.
  • Implemented robust forecasting models for accurate treasury operations planning.
  • Collaborated with external auditors for annual financial review.
  • Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.

Education

GCSEs - General

Yardley Grammar School
Birmingham
09.1972 - 07.1977

NVQ Level 3 - Accounting

AAT
Birmingham
09.1985 - 07.1990

Skills

  • Treasury operations
  • Communication excellence
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial Forecasting
  • General ledger reconciliations

Timeline

Pre-School Finance Officer

Our Lady of the Wayside Pre-School
01.2024 - 08.2025

Treasury Manager

Boots Opticians Ltd
04.1992 - 01.2023

NVQ Level 3 - Accounting

AAT
09.1985 - 07.1990

GCSEs - General

Yardley Grammar School
09.1972 - 07.1977
Paul Williams