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Nesta Smith
Morrinsville,WKO
Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant adapt at effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for small to large financial organizations. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions, tax management and reporting. Works closely with executive management to provide quality customer focused environment.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
New World Matamata
Bakery Assistant
01.2019 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Maintained clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and handling special requests for bakery products.
Hicks Tree Specialists
Administrator
01.2018 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Organized workflow and delegate tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
- Operated chainsaws, and hand saws to assist in the creation of customer visions.
- Assist in felling trees and machinery operations.
Cleland Hancox Ltd
Junior Accountant
01.2016 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Assisted with the preparation of End of Year financial statements, Tax Returns, and Monthly GST Returns.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by maintaining open communication lines and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to identify opportunities for improving client services and tax strategies.
- Prepared bank reconciliations monthly to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
- Generated and submitted invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
- Assisted in payroll administration by reviewing timesheets, calculating employee paychecks, and processing deductions for taxes or benefits.
- Managed multiple tax projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines were met and clients were satisfied.
HBC Design Ltd
Administrative Manager
01.2013 - 01.2016
Job overview
- HBC Design is an architecture and design firm, and I completed general administrative duties.
- Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
- Provided exceptional administrative support for executive-level staff, ensuring that their needs were met promptly and accurately to facilitate smooth daily operations.
- Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to ensure easy access to critical information for decision-making purposes.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Managed sensitive information discreetly, ensuring proper storage and disposal practices were followed at all times to maintain confidentiality compliance standards.
New World Hillcrest
Checkout Operator
01.2013 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Provided exceptional service to customers, promptly addressing concerns and answering inquiries.
Education
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand, Lower Hutt, NZ
BBA from Accounting
05.2024
Cambridge High School, Cambridge, NZ
High School Diploma
11.2010
Skills
- Accounting Software Proficiency
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Data inputting
- Proficient in Xero
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Recordkeeping and File Management
Timeline
Bakery Assistant
New World Matamata
01.2019 - 02.2024
Administrator
Hicks Tree Specialists
01.2018 - 01.2020
Junior Accountant
Cleland Hancox Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2018
Administrative Manager
HBC Design Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2016
Checkout Operator
New World Hillcrest
01.2013 - 06.2013
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
BBA from Accounting
Cambridge High School
High School Diploma
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