Sophie Cherrington
Purley
Summary
Detail oriented professional with expertise in accounts reconciliation, payment processing, and VAT calculations. Demonstrates skills in workflow prioritisation, deadline adherence, and maintaining confidentiality while ensuring client service excellence. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office, with a strong commitment to health and safety system administration. Self-motivated with a proven ability to resolve problems patiently and efficiently.
Driven professional with keen eye for accuracy seeking role as an Administrator. Demonstrates proficiency in financial record-keeping and strong communication skills, ensuring smooth office operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Accounts administrator
Bespoke Guttering & Flat roof Services
Purley, Croydon
2012.03 - Current
- Managed payroll duties to ensure employee satisfaction.
- Reviewed expense forms to uphold expenditure transparency.
- Prepared monthly reports to support informed decision-making.
- Verified vendor invoices against purchase orders to eliminate discrepancies.
- Conducted monthly CIS deductions and self-employed verifications.
- Handled phone and email enquiries efficiently, maintaining high service standards.
- Visited sites to gather insights into client requirements.
- Performed regular bank reconciliations to ensure balanced accounts.
- Produced COSHH sheets, Health & Safety sheets, and Method statements for site needing essential documentation.
- Implemented new software systems to streamline accounting processes.
- Collaborated with accountants for successful year-end closing procedures.
- Managed all financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Generated purchase orders for controlled spending.
- Provided administrative support during annual budget planning sessions.
Logistics coordinator
Aggreko
Sutton, Surrey
2011.03 - 2012.03
- Coordinated international shipments for smooth transitions at customs.
- Addressed customer queries promptly, thereby enhancing customer service ratings.
- Evaluated vendor performance regularly for quality assurance purposes.
- Worked closely with sales team to understand demand forecasts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the warehouse area promoting workplace safety.
- Simplified order tracking system, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
- Ensured timely delivery by coordinating with transportation and warehouse teams.
- Oversaw efficient loading and unloading of goods which reduced damage during transit.
- Improved operational efficiency through implementing new logistics software.
- Managed relationships with vendors, fostering mutual respect and cooperation.
- Liaised between departments, resulting in improved communication flow.
- Prioritised tasks effectively under high-pressure situations.
- Monitored transport costs to identify areas of potential savings.
- Instituted a new filing system, improving ease of document retrieval.
- Streamlined processes for better inventory management.
- Prepared accurate reports, contributing to informed decision making.
- Developed contingency plans for unexpected disruptions in supply chain.
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure proper stock levels.
- Overcame logistical challenges by creating innovative solutions.
- Stayed updated on regulations related to import and export activities, ensuring compliance at all times.
- Worked with warehouse teams to plan and execute efficient storage strategies.
- Prepared logistics documentation, including shipping manifests and customs clearance forms.
- Completed shipment documentation to company standards.
- Generated logistics reports for analysis and decision-making.
Education
BTEC - Public Services
Newport Isle of Wight College
Newport, Isle of Wight 09/1997 - 07/1998
GCSEs -
Sandown High School
Sandown, Isle of Wight 07/1994 - 07/1997
Skills
- Accounts reconciliation expertise
- Patience in problem resolution
- Workflow prioritisation
- Deadline adherence
- Self-Motivated initiative
- Payment Processing
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Invoicing
- Client service excellence
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Health and Safety system administration
- VAT calculations
Affiliations
- Most of my spare time is spent with my children, running them to their Sporting activities and hobbies.
- Bike riding and swimming with my family. Going to the theatre, cinema, socialising with friends.
Timeline
Accounts administrator
Bespoke Guttering & Flat roof Services
2012.03 - Current
Logistics coordinator
Aggreko
2011.03 - 2012.03
BTEC - Public Services
Newport Isle of Wight College
09/1997 - 07/1998
GCSEs -
Sandown High School
07/1994 - 07/1997