Experienced Finance Manager with a demonstrated history of financial and management accounting working within a number of industries . Skilled in VAT, Budgeting and financial reporting. Strong finance professional with over 20 years experience.Having worked in finance all my career I enjoy strategising with businesses and use my varied experience to give incite and help update processes to enable improved efficiency and productivity.My husband has run his own flooring company since we returned from Australia back in 2007 so I have personal experience of all aspects of running a business and the challenges that startups face. Working in finance has definitely helped me to help him be successful for over 10 years. I am proud of what we have achieved together and love that he has fulfilled his dream and is able to do what he loves every day.I am used to working with external accountants for the production of year end accounts and, therefore, I am familiar with the information they require and the processes that need to be in place. I particularly enjoy tax and have good knowledge in this area. HMRC have some complicated rules and requirements and this can be challenging, but also interesting and varied. I am a people person who is passionate about the well being of others. I have a positive outlook on life and I care massively about the impact of work on home life - something I find challenging myself at times. My own personal development over the last few years has challenged my beliefs, core values and ultimately has changed me for the better. I cannot recommend it enough! It is something I will continue to engage in for the rest of my life. I believe everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their own potential and do what they love. It comes from taking massive action and not giving up on your dreams - however hard the road ahead may seem.