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Rebecca Mills

Chester,Flintshire

Summary

Accomplished finance assistant with extensive expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, and ERP systems such as SAP and Microsoft Dynamics. Demonstrates strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting, complemented by excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage billing, invoicing, and medical coding tasks with precision and efficiency. Adept at navigating healthcare systems, understanding clinic workflows, and maintaining confidentiality in patient care. Committed to optimising time management while adapting to change in dynamic environments. Career goals include advancing within the finance sector by leveraging skills in system implementation and project management.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Medical Administrator

Garden Lane Medical Centre
Chester, Cheshire
09.2025 - Current

Streamlined administrative processes to increase department efficiency.

  • Maintained accurate inventory levels with regular stock checks and order placements.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, doctors, resulting in improved care delivery.
  • Implemented new filing systems for enhanced record retrieval.
  • Supervised reception staff duties resulting in a smooth front-desk operation.
  • Completed reports on monthly healthcare activities contributing towards strategic planning efforts.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by ensuring prompt response to enquiries.
  • Provided exemplary customer service, leading to high patient satisfaction rates.
  • Ensured confidentiality of sensitive data through robust information management practices.
  • Enhanced team productivity with diligent scheduling of staff shifts.
  • Assisted in the development of office policies for streamlined operations.
  • Assisted with the implementation of new software systems resulting in increased operational efficacy.
  • Consistently met regulatory requirements with meticulous record keeping practices.
  • Effectively coordinated medical records for ease of accessibility.
  • Organised doctor schedules to optimise patient care time availability.
  • Conducted thorough audits on medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.
  • Improved patient experience by efficiently managing appointments and queries.
  • Liaised effectively between hospital departments to improve workflow efficiency.

IFA Administrator

Beaumont Wealth
Chester
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • Completed detailed fact finds and valuations to support Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) annual reviews
  • Managed all associated administrative tasks, ensuring accurate and timely documentation
  • Responded to client and prospective client enquiries via phone and email
  • Monitored company social media channels to identify potential leads
  • Followed up on social media leads and progressed them to appointment stage

Care Navigator

The Elms Medical Centre
Chester
10.2023 - 02.2025
  • Performing usual care navigator duties and responsibilities, including patient liaison and administrative support.

Credit Controller/Manager

Embrace Education
Chester
07.2019 - 09.2023
  • Used SAP daily
  • Contacted clients with outstanding accounts to arrange payments via phone, email, and letter.
  • Monitored all outstanding accounts to ensure payments were made within agreed timescales.
  • Chased outstanding accounts through various communication methods.
  • Updated and monitored spreadsheets and in-house systems.
  • Produced weekly, monthly, and yearly reports for senior management and company owners.
  • Issued receipt letters/emails and VAT receipts once accounts were cleared.
  • Dealt with all payments, ensuring they were credited to the correct account.
  • Received all incoming communications and always adhered to Data Protection Act (DPA) regulations.
  • Set up payment plans for clients and performed any other duties as required.
  • Negotiated repayment arrangements, improving cash flow in the process.
  • Monitored client's credit situation closely, mitigating risks associated with late payments.
  • Streamlined debt collection processes resulting in improved financial health of the company.
  • Developed strong relations with clients, fostering loyalty and trust on both ends.
  • Liaised with sales department for achieving better client communication.

Credit Control Assistant/Clerk

Community Initiatives Associates
Chester
08.2017 - 07.2019
  • Monitored all outstanding accounts to ensure timely payments.
  • Chased outstanding accounts through phone, email, text, and letter.
  • Updated and monitored spreadsheets and in-house systems.
  • Produced reports for senior management and company owners.
  • Issued receipt letters/emails and VAT receipts once accounts were cleared.
  • Dealt with all payments, ensuring they were credited to the correct account.
  • Received all incoming communications and adhered to DPA regulations at all times.
  • Set up payment plans for clients and performed any other duties as required.

Motor Claims Handler

Proximo
Chester
10.2016 - 08.2017
  • Handled incoming calls and emails from customers.
  • Processed engineers' reports and made payments.
  • Made outgoing calls to customers, garages, engineers, loss adjusters, finance companies, and underwriters.
  • Supported managers in delivering high-quality service with 100% accuracy.

Senior Claims Administrator

Let Alliance
Chester
02.2015 - 10.2016
  • Set up the Rent Guarantee Claims department with two colleagues.
  • Developed end-to-end processes for all rent guarantee claims.
  • Chased tenants by phone, text, email, and letter.
  • Completed and processed legal letters/notices.
  • Kept all parties updated throughout the process.
  • Collated and completed all claims files while maintaining 100% accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Introduced an efficient filing system that improved document management considerably.
  • Provided top-notch customer service by addressing individual concerns professionally.
  • Reviewed insurance applications carefully, minimising potential errors or complications later on.
  • Handled escalated client issues to achieve satisfactory resolutions promptly.
  • Attended networking events to strengthen professional relations within the industry.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Hotel Management/Reception

Greenbank College
Chester
09.1991 - 06.1993

GCSE and A Level - Maths, English

Bishops High School
Chester
09.1986 - 06.1991

Skills

  • Microsoft Word (expert)
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Proficient in using financial software and ERP systems, particularly SAP and Microsoft Dynamics
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Previous experience in a finance assistant role, preferably with experience in system implementation or project management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, and several in-house computer systems
  • Billing and invoicing
  • Knowledge of icd-10 coding
  • Medical coding knowledge
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Conflict resolution aptitude
  • Proactive communication
  • Clinic workflow understanding
  • Healthcare system navigation
  • Basic laboratory testing
  • Treatment planning assistance
  • Proficient typing speed
  • Empathy for patients
  • Non-expertise
  • Surgical procedures familiarity
  • Healthcare regulations understanding
  • Pharmacy operations understanding
  • Time optimisation
  • Adapting to change
  • Clinical systems usage
  • Patient care
  • Calm under pressure
  • Database management
  • Records management
  • Basic Life Support certified
  • Patient advocacy
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Schedule coordination
  • Telephone triage

REFERENCES

Available on request.

Timeline

Medical Administrator

Garden Lane Medical Centre
09.2025 - Current

IFA Administrator

Beaumont Wealth
04.2025 - 08.2025

Care Navigator

The Elms Medical Centre
10.2023 - 02.2025

Credit Controller/Manager

Embrace Education
07.2019 - 09.2023

Credit Control Assistant/Clerk

Community Initiatives Associates
08.2017 - 07.2019

Motor Claims Handler

Proximo
10.2016 - 08.2017

Senior Claims Administrator

Let Alliance
02.2015 - 10.2016

NVQ Level 2 - Hotel Management/Reception

Greenbank College
09.1991 - 06.1993

GCSE and A Level - Maths, English

Bishops High School
09.1986 - 06.1991
Rebecca Mills