Hi, I’m
Amanda Bonner
Accounts And Administration
Featherston,WGN
Summary
Hardworking, trustworthy, and reliable accounts administrator with a qualification in accounting and over five years of hands-on experience. I bring a solid track record in using Xero, Microsoft Office, and NextMinute to manage deadlines, and support both financial and administrative functions with precision and initiative. I’m known for being trustworthy, organised, and a true team player who thrives on collaboration. With a strong work ethic, sharp attention to detail, and a good sense of humour, I tackle challenges head-on and always bring a positive energy to the workplace. I'm now excited to take the next chapter in my career, contributing my skills to a dynamic team while continuing to learn and grow.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Framework Building & Carpentry/ Homes
Accounts and Administration
2020.01 - Current (6 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Invoicing & Payments - Prepare and issue customer invoices, follow up on accounts receivable, process supplier payments (accounts payable).
- Payroll – Process and pay weekly payrun, maintain payroll records.
- Bookkeeping & Data Entry – Bank reconciliation, maintain all customer and supplier records, upload all bills into xero, allocating all bills to jobs in Nextminute.
- Tax & Compliance – Prepare and submit all GST and PAYE returns, gather all relevant information for end of year accounts, ensure compliance with all payroll and tax regulations.
- Quoting and Job Setup – Create and send quotes, track quotes and follow up with clients, set up new job once quote has been accepted.
- Liaising with Subcontractors – Maintain good relationship with subcontractors, send job briefs and follow up on quotes, confirm start dates, liaise regarding any issues that arise.
- Dealing with Suppliers – Maintain good relationship with suppliers, request and compare quotes, place orders, track deliveries and resolve order issues.
- Client communication - Answer inquiries via phone, email, or in person. Provide updates on job progress or changes, book site visits or meetings, handle feedback, complaints, or requests professionally.
- Marketing – Update company website, create content for local newspaper ads, sort testimonials from clients.
GBL Personnel
Receptionist
2014.05 - 2014.07 (2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- First point of call for all guests to PHARMAC, performing all reception duties.
- Opening Reception.
- Sorting mail and scanning into the system.
- Answering phones and operating the switchboard.
- Helping with any admin duties.
- Ordering stationary and kitchen supplies.
- Organising catering and keeping boardrooms tidy.
Association Commonwealth Universities
Program Officer Assistant
2013.08 - 2014.02 (6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: London, UK
- Assisting the Program Officers with all aspects of the Chevening Scholarship Scheme once the successful applicants had been chosen.
- Processing and disputing invoices.
- Complaint handling.
- Managing social media – Facebook.
- Collecting and filing documents.
- Helping other departments when required.
- London, UK
Coby Philips Limited
International Liaison Officer Administrator
2012.11 - 2013.08 (9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: Temporary assignment for Association of Commonwealth Universities - London, UK
- Assisting the International Liaison Officers with all stages of the application process for the Chevening Scholarship Scheme.
- Email management (118 inboxes to manage).
- Tending to customers questions and enquiries.
- Complaint handling.
- Collecting and filing documents-electronic and hard copies.
- Account administrator for Huddle (content management software).
- Helping with reading committees, creating and printing hand-outs, organizing catering and set up.
- Managing Eligibility Reviewers & Academic Advisors (around 50 in total) and allocating them work.
- Temporary assignment for Association of Commonwealth Universities - London, UK
Encore Tickets Ltd
Customer Services Executive
2012.05 - 2012.10 (5 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: London UK
- Booking individual and group theatre, restaurant and attraction reservations.
- Inbound and outbound calls.
- Email management.
- Tending to customers questions and enquiries.
- Complaint handling.
- London UK
Adecco Personal
Store Person
2012.03 - 2012.04 (1 education.month_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: Contract - Mainland, Palmerston North NZ
- Preparing and dispatching orders for supermarkets and vendors around the country.
- Accurately picking and preparing orders for stores around the country.
- Working to deadlines.
- Contract - Mainland, Palmerston North NZ
Yellow Pages Group
Sales Administrator
2010.05 - 2012.03 (1 education.year_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: Palmerston North, NZ
- Working in a fast paced, deadline driven business supplying administrative support for the Sales team and Area Manager.
- Data entry.
- Creating letters, reports and proposals.
- Proof reading.
- Creating textboxes and listings for the phonebook.
- Filing documents - electronic and hard copies.
- Customer service – internal and external.
- Email management.
- Working to tight deadlines.
- Palmerston North, NZ
Adecco Personal
Processing Agent
2009.11 - 2010.04 (5 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: Contract - Studylink, Palmerston North, NZ
- Processing student allowances and loans.
- Outbound calling.
- Data entry.
- Filing.
- Meeting productivity & accuracy targets.
- Contract - Studylink, Palmerston North, NZ
Holiday Inn Wellington (IHG)
Conference and Events Co-ordinator
2008.08 - 2009.11 (1 education.year_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: NZ
- Planning and managing events from enquiry to completion.
- Customer service – frontline.
- Preparing quotes and contracts.
- Establishing good client rapport.
- Carrying out site inspections.
- Inbound and outbound calls.
- Email management.
- Cross-selling.
- Working to tight deadlines.
- NZ
Holiday Inn Wellington (IHG)
Reservations Agent
2008.02 - 2008.08 (6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: NZ
- Booking individual and tour group reservations.
- Tending to inbound calls.
- Email management.
- Data entry.
- Complaint handling.
- Filing both electronic and hard copies.
- Cross-selling.
- NZ
Education
Victoria University of Wellington
Graduate Diploma in Commerce from Accounting
2014.01 - 2018.01 (4 education.years_Label)
Victoria University of Wellington
Bachelor of Tourism Management with Honours
2004.01 - 2007.01 (3 education.years_Label)
Palmerston North Girls High School
School cert, 6 form cert and Bursary
1999.01 - 2003.01 (4 education.years_Label)
Skills
Effective organization skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Honest
Reliable
Trustworthy
Problem solving
Multi-tasking
Using initiative
Proactive
Friendly, positive attitude
Collaborative team player
Excellent email management
Time management
Attention to detail
Xero
Microsoft Office Suite – Intermediate/ Advanced
NextMinute Project Management Software
Interests
I have a deep passion for travel, which inspired me to spend two unforgettable years living and exploring Europe, an adventure I had always dreamed of. Since starting a family, we’ve continued to explore the world together, making the most of every opportunity to travel and create lasting memories. Outside of travel, I’m a highly social person who thrives on connecting with family, friends, and new people. I especially enjoy spending quality time with my family, whether it's going for walks, bike rides, or enjoying relaxed movie nights together. All these experiences have not only enriched my life but also sharpened my interpersonal skills, making me a naturally customer-focused and approachable team member in any organisation.
Timeline
Accounts and Administration
Framework Building & Carpentry/ Homes
2020.01 - Current (6 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Receptionist
GBL Personnel
2014.05 - 2014.07 (2 education.months_Label)
Victoria University of Wellington
Graduate Diploma in Commerce from Accounting
2014.01 - 2018.01 (4 education.years_Label)
Program Officer Assistant
Association Commonwealth Universities
2013.08 - 2014.02 (6 education.months_Label)
International Liaison Officer Administrator
Coby Philips Limited
2012.11 - 2013.08 (9 education.months_Label)
Customer Services Executive
Encore Tickets Ltd
2012.05 - 2012.10 (5 education.months_Label)
Store Person
Adecco Personal
2012.03 - 2012.04 (1 education.month_Label)
Sales Administrator
Yellow Pages Group
2010.05 - 2012.03 (1 education.year_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Processing Agent
Adecco Personal
2009.11 - 2010.04 (5 education.months_Label)
Conference and Events Co-ordinator
Holiday Inn Wellington (IHG)
2008.08 - 2009.11 (1 education.year_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Reservations Agent
Holiday Inn Wellington (IHG)
2008.02 - 2008.08 (6 education.months_Label)
Victoria University of Wellington
Bachelor of Tourism Management with Honours
2004.01 - 2007.01 (3 education.years_Label)
Palmerston North Girls High School
School cert, 6 form cert and Bursary
1999.01 - 2003.01 (4 education.years_Label)