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Joshua Davies

Canberra,ACT

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Dance Teacher

Self employed
London
07.2014 - 09.2023
  • Creating a business plan and strategy
  • Keeping track of finances and accounting
  • Handling legal and compliance responsibilities
  • Managing marketing and sales
  • Managing day-to-day operations & Planning new initiatives
  • Conduct workshops for up to 40 students
  • Interacted effectively by email, phone and in person with students, parents and staff members.
  • Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
  • Planned special events such as recitals or competitions featuring student performances.
  • Invited guest instructors to join classes and teach new and unique techniques to students.
  • Motivated students to practice regularly and strive for improvement.
  • Adapted teaching style for students of different ages and experience, ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels.
  • Carried out balanced program of instruction and work time to give students optimal learning experiences.
  • Instructed groups of individual and coupled dancers in different dance styles.
  • Planned choreography for group performances and recitals.

UK Finance Processing Team Leader

EY LLP
London
09.2010 - 07.2014

  • Managed a team of 6 in accounts payable & receivables for EY LLP.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the finance team, ensuring timely completion of all financial tasks.
  • Provided guidance and support to Accounts Payable staff with day-to-day operations.
  • Developed weekly reports for management on Accounts Payable activities.
  • Managed month-end closing process for Accounts Payable department.
  • Identified areas for improvement within the finance department and developed action plans accordingly.
  • Developed policies and procedures related to accounts payable and receivable processes.
  • Prepared and processed Supplier & Staff pay cycles.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting procedures were followed.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve accuracy and efficiency in the finance department.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable functions such as invoicing customers or paying vendors.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing regular feedback to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to junior members of the finance team, helping them develop their skills and knowledge.
  • Coordinated payroll processing activities including direct deposits, time tracking.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Payment Specialist

EY LLP
London
02.2008 - 09.2010
  • Researched discrepancies related to customer accounts and payments.
  • Prepared monthly financial statements detailing account balances and transactions.
  • Investigated billing discrepancies and implemented effective solutions to resolve concerns and prevent future problems.
  • Spearheaded simplification initiatives and operational strategies to improve collections process and drive customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared and submitted accounting documents and reports for review, authorization and processing.
  • Processed payments for various clients in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to resolve any payment discrepancies.
  • Maintained accounting records by performing routine calculating, posting and verifying duties.
  • Provided customer service support through phone, email, or other communication channels.
  • Performed data entry into the company's financial system as needed.
  • Reconciled incoming payments against outstanding invoices to ensure accurate records were kept.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Travel and Expense Auditor

EY LLP
London
08.2007 - 02.2008
  • Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from internal stakeholders regarding Travel and Expense matters.
  • Participated in meetings with senior management to discuss results of audit reviews.
  • Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
  • Reviewed client credit card statements to ensure that all charges were valid business expenses.
  • Investigated potential fraudulent activity related to employee travel and expense claims.
  • Delivered superior level of customer service to small business clients.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Education

Licentiate - Latin American Dancing Techniques

International Dance Teachers Association
04-2015

High School Diploma -

Port Shepstone High School
South Africa
12-2004

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Supervision
  • Quality Improvement
  • Technical Support
  • Work Planning
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Performance Improvement
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • People Management

Affiliations

  • Ballroom & Latin American Dancing
  • Soccer
  • Golf
  • Rugby Union

Languages

English
Full Professional

Visa

  • Full working rights

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Professional Dance Teacher

Self employed
07.2014 - 09.2023

UK Finance Processing Team Leader

EY LLP
09.2010 - 07.2014

Payment Specialist

EY LLP
02.2008 - 09.2010

Travel and Expense Auditor

EY LLP
08.2007 - 02.2008

Licentiate - Latin American Dancing Techniques

International Dance Teachers Association

High School Diploma -

Port Shepstone High School

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