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Samantha Beck

Samantha Beck

Darfield, Barnsley

Summary

Offering strong foundation in financial principles and administrative support. Knowledgeable about data entry, account reconciliation, and basic bookkeeping. Strong communication and organisational skills with keen eye for detail. Ready to use and develop analytical thinking, problem-solving, and multitasking skills in any role I take on.

Detail-oriented finance professional with extensive expertise in Excel pivot table creation, VLOOKUPs, and cash flow management. Proficient in Sage 50, SAP, Oracle, and Xero software, ensuring accurate general ledger coding and effective stakeholder reporting. Demonstrates resilience under pressure and upholds ethical integrity while coordinating audits. Committed to leveraging skills in financial systems to enhance organisational efficiency and support strategic goals.

Methodical and reliable individual committed to helping accounts teams deliver accurate financial records. Identifies inefficiencies and reports non-compliance to regulations. Quick learner confident at meeting deadlines in fast-paced environments.

Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Accounts assistant

Production Park Limited
Pontefract, Wakefield
05.2024 - Current
  • Helped with preparation of management accounts and end-month duties.
  • Liaised with clients regarding overdue payments, facilitated swift resolution of issues.
  • Assisted in budget preparation, helped control expenditure.
  • Managed petty cash transactions, safeguarded company resources.
  • Coordinated with various departments regarding invoicing matters, resolved queries efficiently.
  • Monitored account activity, detected discrepancies promptly.
  • Reconciled all company accounts, including credit cards and expenses.
  • Managed cash flow to ensure smooth business operations.
  • Prepared detailed monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports for stake holder review.
  • Processed around 60 invoices daily

Accounts Assistant

Minteq UK Limited
Rotherham
02.2019 - 05.2024
  • Maintained purchase , sales and nominal ledger s for recordkeeping purposes.
  • Engaged in currency conversion activities for Minteq UK, part of Minerals Technologies generating $1.5 billion in annual revenue.
  • Ensured accurate documentation for seamless audit processes.
  • Performed regular stock takes, ensuring adequate supply chain.
  • Improved cash flow management with effective credit control measures.
  • Ensured accuracy with data entry and general administration.

Lab analyst

Tersus Limited
Sheffield
07.2007 - 06.2016
  • Prepared detailed reports on findings with clear interpretation of data.
  • Maintained safety standards by adhering to laboratory protocols at all times.
  • Conducted regular maintenance on laboratory equipment ensuring optimal functionality.
  • Assisted with quality control protocols, maintaining high standards in the laboratory.

Education

Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting - Fundamentals of accounting

Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
Rotherham
09.2018 - 05.2019

ACCA Diploma in Financial & Management Accounting - Financial and Management accounts

Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
Rotherham
09.2019 - 05.2020

ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business Level 4 - Rotherham

University Centre Rotherham
Rotherham
09.2020 - 05.2021

Skills

  • Excel pivot table and VLOOKUPs
  • Sage 50, SAP, Oracle and Xero software experience
  • Cash flow management
  • Audit coordination
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Ethical integrity
  • General ledger coding
  • Stakeholder reporting
  • Enthusiastic team player

Affiliations

I love nothing more than exploring new places, meeting new people and taking on new challenges. I also enjoy getting out into the county-side walking with my family and our dog in my down time.

Certification

  • Full UK driving license
  • First Aid trained

Timeline

Accounts assistant

Production Park Limited
05.2024 - Current

ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business Level 4 - Rotherham

University Centre Rotherham
09.2020 - 05.2021

ACCA Diploma in Financial & Management Accounting - Financial and Management accounts

Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
09.2019 - 05.2020

Accounts Assistant

Minteq UK Limited
02.2019 - 05.2024

Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting - Fundamentals of accounting

Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
09.2018 - 05.2019

Lab analyst

Tersus Limited
07.2007 - 06.2016
Samantha Beck