On-going assignment to work with this new organisation on;-policies-risk management framework-financial processes-set up and manage the grantee due diligence process-budget 2020-work with the grant team in setting up templates for proposal budgets and financial reporting-manage the audit tender process

-Review grant and other contracts and advise on appropriate recognition-Review schedules prepared by staff and sign off-Review PL and prepare closing year end journals for intangible and tangible assets -draft up an accounting policy for the company-make recommendations for improvement to internal financial reports to ease future YE closures-liaise with auditors-systems used Xero, Inflo (auditors) and Excel

Review current finance and operation processes within the organisation and its subsidiaries and provide recommendations for improvementsIdentify skills gap and put forward recommendationsMentoring of senior staff members

Conciliation Resources is an independent organisation working with people in conflict to prevent violence andbuild peace, providing advice, support and practical resources. In addition, we take what we learn togovernment decision-makers and others working to end conflict, to improve peacebuilding policies andpractice worldwide.Conciliation Resources was established in 1994 and incorporated in 1996 as a company with charitablestatus. We currently have 40 full and part-time staff members with a number based outside of the UK. Inaddition, we use a number of consultants and volunteers to support our work.

AIS is the HQ of an international human rights membership organisation. I was based within their ‘management accounts and analysis’ team. The scope of the role was to take charge of three main project working alongside the recently appointed Head of Management Accounts and Analysis. These were;• Taking forward their development of the business intelligence software to enhance reporting, working together with the technical support already on board.• Evaluate a resent larger project and develop a Value for Money and Evaluation framework, using this project as an example.• Attend monthly finance meetings, including conference meetings with their regional offices, with the view of improving the reporting specifically looking at the impact on foreign currency reporting.

Agrics is an agri-focused social enterprise with operations in Kenya and Tanzania where they currently work with about 20,000 small holder farmers. It is wholly owned by ICS Netherlands. The scope of the role included a review of the operations in Kenya recommendation and implementation of improvements required. This involves the following main tasks;• Carry out a review of current processes and activities and make appropriate changes and recommendations. • Improve internal controls to eliminate irregularities. This included a fraud investigation and advising the board on appropriate actions to be taken. • Take charge of the organisation until an interim GM could be found. This involved leading a team of 50, from operations, finance to HR and included a number or field visits.• Mentor staff members in their roles (both Finance and non-Finance).• Prepare a turn-around budget for the forthcoming 6 month. • Take charge of the poultry arm of the business. This involved turnaround of business, including stock control, delivery and implementing sound procurement processes. • Prepare a business plan for the poultry business• Work actively in preparing the organisations farmer package for 2017• Prepare a first draft 2017 budget• Prepare process manuals and train and mentor relevant staff• Hand over and support the incoming GM in his role

This is a role in part to cover for a finance manager currently being recruited and in part covering for the deputy director of finance when she is on leave in May. Assignment estimated to finish first week of June. Main tasks;Lead a very competent team of 6 through this periodTake a lead role in the preparation of the year end filesReview current processes and report back to DDF on any suggested changes

A project which finished in mid-April Was brought in at a late stage to ensure the transition from SAP to Access Dimension could be delivered on target. In addition to the UK changing accounting software, the new software was also rolled out to country offices. It provided me with a great insight to programme accounting and I brushed up on my Excel and Access knowledge. Main tasks;- worked closely with deputy finance director to ensure implementation targets were met.- ensured that all data from SAP and Monthly Reports (Excel based primary books) was transferred to Access.- reviewed and agreed journals prepared by Project Accountants against old records and then upload onto new software.- reviewed and agreed local offices Balance Sheet and against old data. Correct if necessary or liaise with relevant staff to ensure missing items were posted. Provided some one-to-one training on Access- export data from SAP into Excel and prepare journal for upload onto Access.

Farm Africa is an international development charity operating in Ethiopia, Kenya and Tanzania. By 2016 they aim to directly help 1.5 million people each year. As their Group Finance Manager I managed the UK finance team. We were responsible for all the regular accounting and reporting within the UK and its offices in East Africa. During my time at Farm Africa I did some extensive clear up of the balance sheet, linked Sun with the funding raising software Raiser Edge and improved various monthly reconciliation reports. I also trained my staff so they were able to take on further duties, thus enhancing their job roles.

A mid-tier 13 partner accountancy practice, providing of auditing and accountancy services, tax service, corporate finance, business strategy, wealth management, human resources and outsourcing. Area of responsibility:Production of monthly and quarterly management accounts.Production of annual statutory accounts for the LLP and Ltd's and liaise with auditors and other legislative bodiesImprove and or enhance financial controls.Cashflow and budget preparations.Manage the credit control and internal accounts department (including setting them up and develop the teams) Ad-hoc projects looking at target areas of the business to increase productivity and profitability.Review internal processes to ensure the company comply with relevant Acts and LegislationsInternal Auditor

I visited Kachimbeka a charity based in Katumbi in a remote part of Malawi to assist them in setting up accounting records, advise them on 'best practice' and train volunteers in managing everything once I departed. The main challenges I faced was the lack of electricity and suitable equipment to enable them to operate a simple set of computerised spreadsheet. In addition most volunteers had little or no understanding of basic bookkeeping. However, in the 3 1/2 week I was there, I manage to set up everything and train 3 volunteer to manage the cashbooks (one manual and one on a PC). The director, who had some financial training, was trained on the ledger, Income&Expenses and balance sheet. I made some friends forever! Love Malawi and its people so friendly.

Joined the Central London Members Network panel in June 2006 and was its the president from June 2008 to June 2010. I stepped down in June 2013 having served my maximum nine years on the panel.In 2010 I was awarded the ACCA UK Contribution Award for my work on the panel.I was an elected member of the ACCA International Assembly during September 2011 to September 2013 representing UK ACCA members. I thoroughly enjoyed my volunteer work at the ACCA meeting members from around the world sharing experience and challenges which we as members face in an ever changing financial world.

Group of 35 companies publish and develop information and services for the professional community and consumer market. Total number of employees 250 (approx.)My main roles was to • Implemented a new accounting system to upgrade web based products.• Reviewed and introduced new financial procedures and controls to improve and enhance financial controls.• Prepared monthly management accounts and Group accounts presented to Board.• Budget preparation.• Prepared quarterly cash flow projections• Ensured company compliance, full liaison with External Auditors• Supervise the Accounts team Achievements• Worked with German counterparts to ensure a smooth transition of company records following a sale of a four companies to a publishing firm based in Germany. • Greatly improved the internal systems and control including being part of the team who the built of a new web based sales package developed by THINK in the US. • Recruited and trained the financial team.

Rapidly growing company operating in the health sector recruitment and temporary placements. Responsible for finance, HR and Legal issues within the firm, reporting to FD in New Zealand.

Previously J S Jacobs and Co. During my time here I trained and qualified with ACCA . My final role when leaving was that of a manager responsible for clients within a varied industry.

Prepared budgets for development projects, seminars and conferences.Monitored progress.Reported results to BoD and working groups (both which consisted of managers from IT departments of various corporate businesses) Completed Annual Returns to the government. Maintained the organisations financial and personnel records.Supervised 4 employees