Rachel Louth
IPSWICH,Suffolk
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with extensive expertise in financial data analysis, financial modelling, and audit coordination. Demonstrates strong leadership skills and commercial awareness, with a proven track record in long-term business planning and proactive initiative. Proficient in Xero and Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel proficiency for detailed margin analysis and balance sheet review. Skilled in performance reviews, expense management, cash flow statements, and tax preparations understanding. Committed to leveraging financial reporting capabilities to drive organisational success and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Operations Director
ARDEGA LIMITED
Ipswich, Suffolk
2018.12 - Current
- Management of b2b Business Centre
- Put in place clear controls for financial administration and business management.
- Managed business operations, financial performance and investments of company.
- Initiated business development activities, expanded client base.
- Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
- Directed administration and optimisation of financial operations, payroll and accounting processes.
- Led negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing favourable terms.
- Directed day-to-day work of 2 employees and motivated teams to exceed objectives.
- Increased revenue by upselling and recommending services.
Finance Manager
EDPA LIMITED
IPSWICH, SUFFOLK
2018.12 - Current
- Developed strategies to increase profits and cost savings.
- Consolidated comprehensive management accounts, integrating income statements, cashflow and balance sheets.
- Collaborated with business management to set and control annual budgets.
- Reviewed bookkeeping and management accounts to achieve clear and correct reports.
- Trained staff on finance-related matters improving overall understanding and performance.
- Reduced annual business expenditure through careful expense monitoring.
- Secured new clients and supported B2B business development.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity, mitigating financial risks and ensuring stability.
- Forecasted trends and interpreted cash flows to reliably inform business decisions.
- Finalised VAT returns with rigorous transaction checks.
- Managed timely and accurate reporting of various financial transactions and information for detailed analysis.
- Streamlined invoice processing reducing errors and delays.
- Created and presented accurate, detailed financial forecasts.
- Ensured accurate tax filings, avoiding penalties and interest charges.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
- Streamlined financial procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Prepared thorough accounts and tax computations for Sole Traders and Limited Companies in line with FRS 102 guidelines
- Facilitated smooth end-of-year closure by preparing annual accounts accurately.
- Managed documentation process for all imports and exports transactions.
- Managed financial transactions pertaining to imports maintaining accurate financial records.
Accounts Manager
Ben Coomber Limited
Ipswich, Suffolk
2016.03 - 2018.09
- Improved overall process for year-end inventory audits.
- Monitored customer trends and account performance to proactively identify and rectify challenges.
- Addressed account inquiries and provided updated data from CRM software.
- Prepared monthly reports, account reconciliations and financial statements.
- Generated monthly management accounts within agreed deadlines.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
- Prepared monthly management accounts to facilitate informed decision making.
Accounts Manager
4RCE Training
Ipswich, Suffolk
2012.04 - 2015.09
Reporting and Treasury Accountant
P&O Ferrymasters Limited
Ipswich, Suffolk
1999.10 - 2011.03
- Facilitated smooth year-end closure by managing reconciliations and adjustments.
- Managed financial updates, watch lists and insurance files.
- Conducted internal audits to identify areas for improvement in financial management.
- Developed and maintained cash flow reports for improved business planning.
Education
Part Qualified - Accountancy
ACCA
Ipswich 2004.01 - 2007.06
MAAT - Accountancy
AAT
Ipswich 1998.09 - 2002.08
GNVQ Advanced in Business Studies - Business
BTEC
Ipswich 1996.09 - 1998.07
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Long-term business planning
- Proactive initiative
- Financial modelling
- Xero proficient
- Audit coordination
- Margin analysis
- Performance reviews
- Financial data analysis
- Balance sheet review
- Expense management
- Cash flow statements
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Excel proficiency
- Commercial Awareness
- Tax preparations understanding
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data analysis
- Financial reporting
Timeline
Operations Director
ARDEGA LIMITED
2018.12 - Current
Finance Manager
EDPA LIMITED
2018.12 - Current
Accounts Manager
Ben Coomber Limited
2016.03 - 2018.09
Accounts Manager
4RCE Training
2012.04 - 2015.09
Part Qualified - Accountancy
ACCA
2004.01 - 2007.06
Reporting and Treasury Accountant
P&O Ferrymasters Limited
1999.10 - 2011.03
MAAT - Accountancy
AAT
1998.09 - 2002.08
GNVQ Advanced in Business Studies - Business
BTEC
1996.09 - 1998.07