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Work History
Education
Skills
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Sharon Constable

Dargaville

Summary

Motivated accounts administrator also bringing entrepreneurial experience. Well practiced in accounting software processing, business reporting and payroll.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Person

Rural Matters Ltd (previously Integrity Community Media)
Dargaville
09.2024 - Current

I currently contract myself to this company and do between 15 and 20 hours per week for them some of which can be done after hours and from home.

  • Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to facilitate effective communication and support.
  • Implement automated solutions for invoice processing, resulting in increased productivity and reduced errors.
  • Maintain organized filing system for financial records, enabling easy access during audits or other review processes.
  • Collaborate with sales team to ensure accurate invoicing and timely collections, resulting in improved cash flow.
  • Reduce outstanding receivables by diligently following up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment plans with clients.
  • Streamline client invoicing processes to ensure faster payment turnaround.
  • Reconcile bank statements monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
  • Develop monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.

Casual/on Call Daycare Assistant

Busy Bees Daycare
Dargaville
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced child development by implementing age-appropriate activities and learning experiences.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of children by providing nurturing care and addressing individual needs.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to develop daily schedules, lesson plans, and curriculum for diverse age groups.
  • Managed classroom behavior with clear expectations and consistent reinforcement strategies, fostering a respectful atmosphere.

Owner/Director/Manager

I-Deal Demo
Dargaville
01.2005 - 08.2022
    • Managed day-to-day business operations.
    • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
    • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
    • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
    • Oversaw business administration, accounting functions, purchasing, weekly payroll, bi-monthly GST returns, and annual accounts preparations ready for Accountant
    • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.

Accounts Clerk

Biz Admin Ltd
Dargaville
05.2007 - 12.2016
  • Input and reconciliations of clients financial data and produced reports using MYOB and Xero.
  • Clients debtors and creditors processing and payments.
  • Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
  • Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
  • Completed payroll functions to facilitate accurate and prompt staff payments.

Office Administration

Turiwiri Produce Ltd
Dargaville
01.2006 - 04.2007
    • Used accounting software to enter creditor and debtor invoices, reconcile invoice payments and creditor payments, bank reconciliations
    • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
    • Interacted with Kumara suppliers by phone, email or in person.
    • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
    • Processed weekly payroll for 3 sections of the company and interacted with staff from each section in respect of their hours and wage details and payments.
    • Ordered office supplies and kept office stocked with needed resources to operate smoothly.
    • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.

Account Manager

Allen And Allen (Accountants)
Dargaville
10.2002 - 02.2005
  • Coded up bank statements for each client and entered on Accountant Software
  • Set up and updated Excel spreadsheets to track financial data.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
  • Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
  • Prepared GST returns for clients

Clerical Assistant

Hammonds Law
Dargaville
11.1988 - 09.1994
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Interacted with customers by phone or in person.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Maintained organized files and stocked supplies to support team needs and maximize performance.
  • Composed sensitive, confidential reports and documentation.
  • Performed Legal Trust account entries

Education

High School Diploma -

Dargaville High School
Dargaville, NZ
12.1988

High School Diploma -

Dargaville High School
Dargaville, NZ
12.1987

Skills

  • Business Administration
  • Customer Service
  • Financial Administration
  • Profit and Loss Analysis
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Payroll Preparation
  • Supplier and Customer Relations
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Many years experience using Microsoft Excel and accounting software of Xero and MYOB
  • Ability to learn new software quickly

Hobbies

Knitting, Sewing, Macrame

Spending time with family and friends

Additional Information

After closing down our family business in 2022 I opted to have a year out of work to rest and refocus and also spend quality time with our first born grandchild. I have spent the past 9 or 10 months as a part time/on call daycare assistant however I would now like to get back into working more regular part time hours as I also am involved in accounts administration for my husbands trucking business.

Timeline

Accounts Person

Rural Matters Ltd (previously Integrity Community Media)
09.2024 - Current

Casual/on Call Daycare Assistant

Busy Bees Daycare
08.2023 - Current

Accounts Clerk

Biz Admin Ltd
05.2007 - 12.2016

Office Administration

Turiwiri Produce Ltd
01.2006 - 04.2007

Owner/Director/Manager

I-Deal Demo
01.2005 - 08.2022

Account Manager

Allen And Allen (Accountants)
10.2002 - 02.2005

Clerical Assistant

Hammonds Law
11.1988 - 09.1994

High School Diploma -

Dargaville High School

High School Diploma -

Dargaville High School
Sharon Constable