Stephanie Henderson
Normanton-on-Cliffe
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented Financial Controller with extensive experience leading finance operations across manufacturing, healthcare, fashion, and oil services. Proven success in financial reporting, system implementation, budgeting, and team leadership. Adept at streamlining processes, improving controls, and delivering actionable insights to senior stakeholders. Recognised for integrity, precision, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
A conscientious and collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, who takes pride in mentoring finance teams, enhancing internal controls, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
3988
3988
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Self-Employed
Financial Consultant
, Lincolnshire
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Eclipse Farm Ltd – Installed Xero, streamlined accounting systems, produced year-end financial statements and budgets
- Healthcare Support Linc Ltd – Introduced accounting software and compiled year-end accounts
- KBR Installations Ltd – Delivered bookkeeping and management accounts
Financial Controller
Conica Ltd & Playtop Licensing Ltd
Newark, Nottinghamshire
06.2016 - 03.2024
- Ensured accuracy and integrity of accounting records for Conica Limited and Playtop Licensing Limited.
- Prepared monthly management accounts for group consolidation, including Conica and Playtop.
- Remapped consolidated accounts into Serafin format for compliance with German standards.
- Implemented and analysed Daily, Weekly, and Monthly KPIs to enable proactive management.
- Investigated variances to identify root causes and implemented effective corrective actions.
- Reviewed commercial data to price contracts and developed agreements for UK and international clients.
- Supervised payroll operations, ensuring compliance with PAYE/NIC submissions and employee payments.
- Streamlined expenditure management processes resulting in cost efficiencies.
- Enhanced liquidity management with prudent cash flow planning and control.
- Implemented innovative accounting systems, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Delivered meticulous financial forecasting by closely monitoring business trends and market conditions.
- Facilitated comprehensive financial analysis to drive strategic decision making.
- Drafted comprehensive reports on company's financial health, aiding stakeholder communication.
- Coordinated with the finance team to manage client invoicing and payment collection processes.
- Completed meticulous monthly balance sheet reconciliations, achieving financial accuracy.
- Managed documentation thoroughly to ensure system was updated and functional for audit checks.
Financial Controller
LF Intimates Ltd
Long Eton, Nottinghamshire
09.2013 - 05.2016
- Ensured accuracy and integrity of accounting records using Pegasus Opera II financial packages.
- Produced monthly management accounts, including reconciliations of bank and control accounts.
- Communicated monthly management accounts to board with detailed commentary and KPI analysis.
- Oversaw payroll functions, supervising weekly and monthly staff payments, PAYE/NIC compliance, and P11D preparation.
- Managed VAT reporting, including EC Sales, Intrastat, and quarterly VAT returns.
- Supervised credit control processes, establishing and reviewing credit limits for clients.
- Conducted stock provision analysis, categorising inventory based on fashion trends and sales performance.
- Prepared annual statutory financial accounts and liaised with auditors for compliance verification.
- Tailored bespoke financial solutions to meet unique business needs.
- Negotiated favourable credit terms with suppliers, improving working capital position.
- Advised Board on fiscal matters, contributing towards strategic direction of company.
Finance Manager
Lukes and Godwin Ltd
Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire
07.2009 - 08.2013
- Produced monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Conducted variance analysis of management accounts against budget.
- Forecasted weekly cash flow to maintain liquidity.
- Executed bank reconciliations for precise financial reporting.
- Developed annual budgets aligned with company objectives.
- Managed van fleet maintenance, including MOTs and insurance coverage.
- Oversaw HR duties to ensure compliance and support staff management.
- Administered sales ledger by raising invoices and coding transactions.
Accountant
Uniconn Limited
Dyce, Aberdeenshire
07.2005 - 06.2009
- Produced monthly management accounts to provide insights into financial performance.
- Monitored capital expenditures and maintained asset records effectively.
- Supervised sales, purchase, and nominal ledgers to ensure accuracy.
- Ensured timely billing of all leasing contracts to maintain cash flow.
- Managed monitoring processes for on-hire and off-hire equipment.
- Administered payroll functions and completed associated returns accurately.
- Generated weekly cash-flow statements to track financial liquidity.
- Liaised with customers and staff regarding finance-related inquiries.
Management Accountant
Core Laboratories
Dyce, Aberdeenshire
11.1994 - 06.2005
- Produced monthly management accounts for Owen Oil Tools alongside all necessary reconciliations.
- Forecasted monthly management accounts to enhance financial planning accuracy.
- Compiled KPIs to measure performance and inform strategic decisions.
- Completed monthly balance sheet reconciliations for Core Laboratories.
- Managed intercompany reconciliations to ensure financial integrity.
- Oversaw over 30 foreign currency accounts, facilitating optimal transactions.
- Processed payroll for over 150 employees, ensuring timely returns and compliance.
- Coordinated with customers and staff regarding finance-related inquiries.
- Ensured accurate financial records through meticulous account reconciliation.
- Assisted in preparation of annual budgets, aiding business planning.
Education
Standard Grades - Maths, English, History, Biology, Chemistry, German, Home Economics
Ellon Academy
Ellon, AberdeenshireHighers - Maths, Biology, Chemistry
Aberdeenshire College
Skills
- Financial Reporting & Consolidation
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Payroll & VAT Compliance
- ERP Implementation & Migration
- Cash Flow Management
- KPI Development & Analysis
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Multi-Currency Reconciliation
- Overseeing and leading year end Audit
- Commercial Contract Structuring
Systems
- Xero
- Pegasus Opera
- Sage Line 50
- Sage Payroll
- Exchequer
- Excel
- Word
- ADP
- Oracle
- Estimation Accounts and Job Costing
- Sage 200
Personal Information
- Nationality: British
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
Self-Employed
Financial Consultant
04.2024 - 09.2025
Financial Controller
Conica Ltd & Playtop Licensing Ltd
06.2016 - 03.2024
Financial Controller
LF Intimates Ltd
09.2013 - 05.2016
Finance Manager
Lukes and Godwin Ltd
07.2009 - 08.2013
Accountant
Uniconn Limited
07.2005 - 06.2009
Management Accountant
Core Laboratories
11.1994 - 06.2005
Standard Grades - Maths, English, History, Biology, Chemistry, German, Home Economics
Ellon Academy
Highers - Maths, Biology, Chemistry
Aberdeenshire College