Experience

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  Hilton Brown, Hobsonville

  • Hobsonville

  • Swim Instructor

    • Apr 2021 - Present
    • Hobsonville

    • Teaching of water safety and swimming skills to children and adults in a safe, happy, progressive learning environment in accordance with the Hilton Brown Swimming syllabus• Form open communication with Program Manager, Operations Manager/Deck Supervisor• Grade all swimmers regularly and communicate with Supervisors for children who need to move up to the next level• Conduct all client assessments when necessary• Maintain knowledge of Hilton Brown Swimming Health and Safety

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  Hobsonville Point Secondary School

  • Hobsonville Point

  • Payroll/accounts advisor (contract)

    • Nov 2020 - Apr 2021
    • Hobsonville Point

    • Demonstrating team player sensibilities, necessary knowledge and attributes to support the administrative team• Performing a diverse range of payroll responsibilities – payroll processing - in-line with collective agreements for approximately 70 staff members• Analysis of the fortnightly payroll for accounting purposes• Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the creditors for both Primary and Secondary Schools• Liaise with budget holders to follow the school’s financial procedures are followed

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  Edegwater College

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Business Manager

    • Jun 2019 - Nov 2020
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    • Demonstrating team player sensibilities, necessary knowledge and attributes to support the administrative, financial, human resource and facilities management at Edgewater College while aligning with the College’s vision of creating and sustaining a caring school environment• Performing a diverse range of operational management responsibilities – overseeing support teams, payroll processing - in-line with collective agreements, budgeting, recruitment, inventory, rosters, staff appraisals, supplier contracts for a constant flow of resources, and• Auditing-type activities to evaluate business performance and identify areas where cost savings can be made, or processes can be streamlined toward optimisation• Building and nurturing meaningful long-term relationships with College personnel, stakeholders and community members that help maximise College outcomes in terms of student learning and academic excellence, community engagement, College profile, and business performance• Conduct checks of EHS compliance with College operations’ policies and protocols• Analysing problems, formulating options, and presenting solutions that offer winning outcomes• Maximising full potential of sports department equipment, uniforms and facilitates for students withing budgets and fundraising

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  BestStart

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Business Manager

    • Mar 2018 - Jul 2019
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    • Coordinated operations and staff performances at 8 highly industrious centres• Took ownership of strategic direction, recruitment and staff retention, and business performance – with a focus on optimising occupancy levels, controlling operational expenses, and promotional and marketing activities. Managed scheduling of appointments and meetings• Recruited and trained staff, and conducted checks across all centres to ensure standardisation and compliance with Company OHS policies and procedures. Resolved any performance issues• Prepared and presented reports to Senior Management including outlines of strategic goals• Created marketing presentations to positively promote Centres• Investigated and implemented cost efficiencies. Maintained maintenance costs within budget• Ongoing classroom interaction with children of all ages, including foundation skills such as colours, shapes and letters. • Assisted with children requiring additional support for emotional, health-related development concerns and conceived improvement strategies

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  Auckland Council

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Manager of Financial Transactions/Team Leader Accounts Receivable Queries

    • Mar 2016 - Mar 2018
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    • Team Leader Accounts Receivable Queries – Team Leader in high volume, fast-paced environment. Recruited/trained staff and influenced a culture of continuous improvement• Implemented best-practice, streamlined HR and administration processes• Consistently exceeded KPI targets for new ‘Go Live’ system • Led the Communities Team project and graduate/intern programs• Demonstrated exceptional customer relation management and conflict resolution skills• Manager of Financial Transactions – Supervised and mentored up to 50 staff members in credit control, accounts payable, billings, and Council Rates transactions• Team Leader Billings and Rates Transactions – assumed this role following restructure

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  Barnardos New Zealand(Redundancy)

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Services Manager

    • Sep 2014 - Dec 2015
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    • Managed 20-member staff team across 2 busy KidStart Centres. Inter-departmental collaboration for Centre upgrades. Responsible for recruitment, financial reporting, debt management, and ensuring compliance to EHS. Reviewed and improved operational manuals. Delivered programs aimed at enhancing Maori culture, and social/economic wellbeing

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  Cliftons

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Operations Manager, NZ

    • Jul 2012 - Sep 2014
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    • Full scope project and event management, overseeing team of 15 staff in the smooth delivery of product launches, national exams/art shows, charity events and business meetings Provided content management services, software setup and support services• Developed and implemented annual marketing and business plans

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  Mahanga Holdings | Albany, NZ

  • Albany, New Zealand

  • Administration Manager (12-month maternity contract)

    • Jul 2011 - Jun 2012
    • Albany, New Zealand

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  Gaulter Russell Numero

  • Parnell, Auckland

  • Head of Reception/Administration (12-month maternity contract)

    • Jul 2010 - Jul 2011
    • Parnell, Auckland

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  Henderson High School

  • Sports Coordinator

    • Jan 2008 - Jul 2010

    • Overseeing all elements related to the successful delivery of sports tournaments, leagues, programmes and events. • Project managed the full life cycle of events and services such as planning, marketing, managing budgets, travel arrangements, registrations, officials, health and safety, prizes and communicating results. • Committed to continuous improvement advising the Sports Team Leader on various aspects of sport delivery including opportunities to develop, add process improvements and contribute to annual planning.

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  Move to New Zealand

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Full time Mum

    • 2007 - 2007
    • Auckland, New Zealand

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  Volkswagen Group UK Ltd

  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

  • Bonus Controller

    • 2004 - 2007
    • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

    o Processing of bonuses and financial statements up to £1.5milliono Dealer payment /query resolution, often under contentious circumstanceso Understanding of financial promotion techniques (Automotive)o Monthly/Quarterly Reports for Management to show targets to date

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  Kafe 74

  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

  • Director

    • 2003 - 2004
    • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

    o Ownership and ultimate responsibility for a health club catering businesso Sales and Purchasing o All Financial Accounts processingo Payroll for All 6 Staff

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  DRAGONS HEALTH CLUBS LIMITED

  • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

  • Reception Manager/Health and Fitness Coach

    • 2000 - 2003
    • Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

    o Management of 10 staff (at Reception)o Shift organisation and covero Staff development and trainingo Head of Front of House o Payroll processingo Teaching of daily exercise classes - Pump/Spin/Step/Core/Circuit Training/Aqua/Yogao Accounts payable duties

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  Various

  • England

  • Various Management /Accountancy Positions

    • 1994 - 2003
    • England