Alicia Bonney
Palmerston,NT
Summary
Organised administrative professional, qualified hairdresser, and small‑business owner/operator with hands‑on experience overseeing salon operations, client relations, and bookkeeping. Skilled in administrative processes, accurate data entry, financial reconciliations, cash handling, scheduling, and daily coordination in fast-paced environments. Detail-oriented, customer-focused, and adept at prioritising competing tasks under pressure; returning from maternity leave and seeking a structured, stable administrative role to contribute long-term while maintaining better work–family balance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director & Lead Hairdresser
AB Hairdressing Pty Ltd
Darwin, NT
11.2023 - Current
- Operated as sole director and lead stylist, overseeing all salon operations and client experience.
- Managed daily financial operations including cash handling, POS transactions, invoice processing and monthly bank reconciliations using MYOB to maintain accurate accounts.
- Implemented scheduling, inventory and supplier-ordering processes to ensure service continuity and control costs.
- Delivered personalised, high-quality hairdressing services and maintained professional salon standards to build client loyalty and positive reputation.
Apprentice/Senior Hairdresser
Instyle Hair & Beauty
Darwin, NT
11.2020 - 06.2023
- Promoted from third‑year apprentice to senior hairdresser after completing Certificate III in Hairdressing
- Assisted with appointment scheduling, client records and inventory tasks, improving booking accuracy and communication.
- Handled POS transactions and end‑of‑day cash reconciliation and supported stock control to maintain service readiness.
- Mentored junior staff and apprentices to accelerate skill development and maintain consistent service delivery.
- Delivered high-quality hairdressing services
Junior Barber/Hairdressing Apprentice
Tommy Gun's Original Barbershoptom
Darwin, NT
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided barbering services as a trainee while completing hairdressing training toward Certificate III, delivering high‑quality client care under supervision.
- Supported daily salon operations including cleaning, stock replenishment and client service assistance.
- Performed basic reception duties, processed POS transactions and completed end‑of‑day cash reconciliations.
Hairdressing Apprentice
Hair Oracle
Darwin, NT
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted senior stylists during client appointments with shampooing, colour preparation and basic styling.
- Provided supervised hairdressing services while studying toward Certificate III in Hairdressing.
- Maintained client history records and managed appointment bookings to support efficient scheduling.
- Performed POS transactions and assisted with stock control and salon cleanliness to support service delivery.
Reservations & Administration Assistant
Kakadu Air Services
Darwin, NT
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed incoming calls, bookings and email enquiries, providing prompt customer service and accurate reservation handling for charter operations.
- Prepared payroll documentation, processed supplier invoices and purchase orders to support timely payments and maintain accurate financial records.
- Coordinated with suppliers, staff, and customers to obtain and provide quotes for aircraft charters and ensured smooth booking logistics.
- Maintained physical and digital filing systems and updated online listings to keep information current and accessible.
Administration & Accounts Assistant
R&R Aviation
Darwin, NT
07.2016 - 12.2018
- Performed accurate data entry and maintained mandatory aircraft service logbook records in compliance with CASA regulations.
- Conducted regular stocktakes and managed inventory records to improve parts retrieval and record accuracy.
- Supported bookkeeping using MYOB: processed supplier invoices, prepared outgoing invoices and receipts, managed purchase orders and prepared payroll documentation.
- Handled office correspondence, filing and administrative tasks; acted as assistant to the operations manager and company directors.
Hairdressing Apprentice
Scalpt Hair
Darwin, NT
11.2014 - 07.2016
- Managed client bookings and answered incoming calls, maintaining accurate appointment schedules and client records.
- Assisted senior stylists during appointments and supported salon maintenance, cleaning and restocking.
- Handled cash, completed end-of-day balancing and prepared banking deposits.
- Studied toward Certificate III in Hairdressing while supporting daily salon operations and client service.
Education
Hairdressing
Karen Sheldon Training And Development
Darwin, NT10-2022
Skills
- Payroll Preparation
- Calendar Management
- Client & Supplier Communications
- Office Administration & Co-Ordination
- Data Entry & Record Management
- MYOB Experience
- Hairdressing Services
- Customer Service
- Business Operations & Small Business Management
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Director & Lead Hairdresser
AB Hairdressing Pty Ltd
11.2023 - Current
Apprentice/Senior Hairdresser
Instyle Hair & Beauty
11.2020 - 06.2023
Junior Barber/Hairdressing Apprentice
Tommy Gun's Original Barbershoptom
06.2020 - 11.2020
Hairdressing Apprentice
Hair Oracle
01.2019 - 03.2020
Reservations & Administration Assistant
Kakadu Air Services
09.2017 - 12.2018
Administration & Accounts Assistant
R&R Aviation
07.2016 - 12.2018
Hairdressing Apprentice
Scalpt Hair
11.2014 - 07.2016
Hairdressing
Karen Sheldon Training And Development