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Sharon Davies

Uphall,West Lothian

Summary

I am an adaptable and enthusiastic individual who takes great pride in my work. An experienced qualified Accountant, who is used to working under pressure in order to meet strict financial deadlines through effective communication and personal commitment to the job.

I have established personal and professional credibility within government departments, gaining respect and trust through the ability to identify and understand operational requirements while delivering high quality information and impartial advice.

I have worked with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders and am an effective communicator at all levels, possessing strong organisational skills with the ability to challenge, influence and persuade. My range of skills has provided me with a solid foundation to quickly adapt to any organisation.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Head of Management Accounting and Planning

Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Services
Edinburgh
2020.07 - 2024.06
  • Oversaw Management Accounting and Planning functions within COPFS, developing financial strategies and budgets.
    Implemented performance management systems to enhance operational efficiency.
    Monitored year-to-date actual expenditure against total cash budget of £213 million.
    Managed non-staff expenditure of approximately £37 million plus £10 million capital effectively.
    Ensured value for money while improving financial performance and accountability.
    Provided financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and planning.
    Led a team of Finance Business Partners and finance officers to facilitate business support.
    Contributed to Resources Committee and Audit and Risk Committee discussions on financial reporting.

Head of Financial Accounting

Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Services
Edinburgh
2018.01 - 2020.07
  • Oversaw financial management and systems within COPFS, ensuring compliance with policies.
    Managed purchase ledger team to monitor payment performance according to COPFS terms.
    Prepared VAT returns and submitted to SG by established deadlines.
    Maintained fixed asset register, including management of additions, disposals, and depreciation.
    Executed preparation of annual accounts in alignment with regulatory requirements.
    Collaborated with auditors during year-end audit processes to ensure transparency.

Finance Business Partner

Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Services
Edinburgh
2016.01 - 2018.01
  • Enhanced forecasting accuracy by collaborating with a specific team on effective communication strategies.
    Identified pressures and savings opportunities through comprehensive review of actuals.
    Delivered month-end management accounts within imposed deadlines.
    Created variance analysis commentaries focusing on discrepancies between actual results and budget.
    Ensured accurate payroll processing and ledger account reconciliation each month.

NRS Accountant

National records of Scotland
Edinburgh
2015.01 - 2016.01
  • Overseen the Financial and management accounting teams – responsible for ensuring the annual report and accounts are produced in time, actuals and forecasts are in line with expenditure.

Multiple roles

Forestry Commission
Edinburgh
1988.01 - 2015.05
  • Head of Finance and Admin, Office Manager, Finance Officer, Lead Administrator for the Land Revaluation Project. Admin Officer, Reservation Officer, Finance Officer, Forest School Co-ordinator.

Education

CGMA - Management Accounting

Chartered Institute for Management Accountants
United Kingdom
2010.05 -

Diploma - Finance Business Partner

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy
Edinburgh
2016.09 - 2017.05

SVQ level 8 - Assessor qualification

SQA
Scotland
2022.09 - 2024.05

MAAT - Accounting Technician

Association of Accounting Technician
Scotland
2007.09 - 2009.05

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - English, Arithmatic, Secretarial Studies, Food and Nutrition, Geography

St Mary's Academy
Bathgate, West Lothian
1982.09 - 1987.05

Skills

  • Qualified Management Accountant
  • SVQ Assesssor
  • Diploma in Finance Business Partnering
  • Budget management
  • Financial analysis
  • Variance analysis
  • Team leadership
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Microsoft package proficient
  • Financial systems experience
  • Full UK driving licence

Certification

  • 2024 – SVQ assessor
  • 2017 – Diploma in Finance Business Partnering by CIPFA
  • 2013 – Chartered Institute of Management Accounting (CIMA)
  • 2009 - Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)

Hobbies and Interests

I enjoy travel, gardening, cooking, walking, spinning, running and spending time with my family.

Timeline

SVQ level 8 - Assessor qualification

SQA
2022.09 - 2024.05

Head of Management Accounting and Planning

Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Services
2020.07 - 2024.06

Head of Financial Accounting

Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Services
2018.01 - 2020.07

Diploma - Finance Business Partner

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy
2016.09 - 2017.05

Finance Business Partner

Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Services
2016.01 - 2018.01

NRS Accountant

National records of Scotland
2015.01 - 2016.01

CGMA - Management Accounting

Chartered Institute for Management Accountants
2010.05 -

MAAT - Accounting Technician

Association of Accounting Technician
2007.09 - 2009.05

Multiple roles

Forestry Commission
1988.01 - 2015.05

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - English, Arithmatic, Secretarial Studies, Food and Nutrition, Geography

St Mary's Academy
1982.09 - 1987.05
Sharon Davies