Susan Whyte
Berwick upon Tweed,Northumberland
Summary
Experienced accounting professional with a strong foundation in accounts reconciliation, trial balance preparation, and bookkeeping training. Demonstrates expertise in VAT returns submission and taxation principles, complemented by proficiency in accruals and prepayments knowledge. Skilled in payroll administration and Sage software, aiming to leverage these competencies to drive financial accuracy and efficiency within an organisation.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant accountant
Laurence J Pearson
Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland
1985.06 - Current
- Commenced as Office Junior, typing, filing, record checking, then moved on to all other aspects in an Accountants office.
- VAT Return preparation and submission.
- Accounts preparation for sole traders and partnerships.
- Wage preparation for clients employees.
- Preparation of Tax Returns using Iris PTP software.
- Trained in use of Sage for Accounts, VAT and Wage preparation.
- Prepared client setup for MTD for VAT, using Sage and Absolute bridging software.
- Assisting clients with bookkeeping, as well as keeping books up to date for clients with no time to do it themselves.
- Some knowledge of Xero.
Bed and breakfast operator
Whyteside House
Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland
1995.12 - 2018.12
- Assisted my husband in running of our Bed & Breakfast, including keeping wage and accounting records up to date.
- Regularly updated website information, reflecting accurate availability of rooms and services.
- Upheld timely communication with potential guests via phone or email enquiries, ensuring clarity in booking procedures and policy understanding.
- Delivered high standards of customer service with prompt response to queries.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations like last-minute cancellations or early check-ins, ensuring minimal disruption in operations.
Cinema Worker
Berwick Playhouse
Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland
1983.07 - 2005.08
- Assisted parents in running of their cinema, including keeping wage, vat and account records up to date.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of cinema premises for comfortable viewing experience.
- Assisted in setup of promotional displays, contributing to effective marketing campaigns.
- Delivered high-quality food service at kiosk whilst maintaining hygiene standards.
- Monitored screening room regularly for quality assurance and immediate resolution of issues.
- Served customers efficiently at box office-processed bookings quickly and accurately.
- Operating projection equipment to show films.
Education
GCSEs - Mathematics
Berwick Academy
Berwick upon Tweed 1982.09 - 1985.06
Skills
- Accounts reconciliation knowledge
- Trial balance preparation
- Bookkeeping training
- VAT returns submission
- Taxation principles understanding
- Accruals and prepayments knowledge
- Payroll administration
- Sage software knowledge
Affiliations
- Became a member of Spittal Variety Group (a local amateur dramatics society) 46 years ago. Singing and dancing in the chorus, until brave enough to take on some lines and even a few principal roles. The biggest being as the giant in Jack and the Beanstalk. Involved with many of the fundraising and social activities, then joined the committee as Treasurer in September 2002. Followed by becoming Producer in September 2012, balancing treasurer duties, with rehearsal schedules, scenery, lighting plots, costumes, music and casting decisions. Proudest moment was being part of the production team for Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, complete with flying car.
- Walking, especially with my little Cocker Spaniel, who likes to go everywhere with me if she can.
- Socialising with family and friends, enjoying UK and foreign holidays, taking any chances to try new activities, with varying degrees of success.
Certification
Full driving licence.
Enhanced DBS certificate with Spittal Variety Group.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bed and breakfast operator
Whyteside House
1995.12 - 2018.12
Assistant accountant
Laurence J Pearson
1985.06 - Current
Cinema Worker
Berwick Playhouse
1983.07 - 2005.08
GCSEs - Mathematics
Berwick Academy
1982.09 - 1985.06