Lily Hovey
Summary
Im an adaptable and people-focused professional with a strong academic background (ATAR 98.25, Brisbane Girls Grammar) with diverse experience across finance administration, childcare, retail, and hospitality. Currently I'm balancing a 25-hour finance administrator role with a full-time dual degree in Information Technology and Business Management at UQ, demonstrating resilience, organisation, and time management. I've been enriched by solo and group travel to 28 countries across four continents, developing cultural awareness, adaptability, and the ability to connect with people from all walks of life. I'm energetic and motivated to leverage interpersonal strengths, problem-solving abilities, and stakeholder management experience in a recruitment role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Administrator
Green Leaves Early Learning
08.2024 - Current
- Build and manage financial reports across 67 active childcare centres , ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Support centre directors by resolving finance issues and providing clear, timely guidance.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain efficient financial operations.
- Ensured timely payment of vendor invoices, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and partners.
- Supported month-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely submission of financial statements to stakeholders.
- Identified and corrected miscalculations and financial discrepancies to support quality assurance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop annual budgets, aligning financial strategies with company goals.
Childcare Educator
Green Leaves Early Learning Carindale
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Streamlined daily routines, resulting in increased efficiency and smoother classroom operations.
Education
Bachelor of Information Technology -
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD11-2029
Bachelor of Business Management -
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD11-2029
Skills
- Communication & relationship building
- Conflict resolution & safeguarding
- Organisation & time management
- Stakeholder engagement & problem-solving
- Cross-cultural awareness & adaptability
- Technology: Excel, MYOB, QikKids, Microsoft Office
- Expense tracking
Timeline
Finance Administrator
Green Leaves Early Learning
08.2024 - Current
Childcare Educator
Green Leaves Early Learning Carindale
01.2024 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Information Technology -
University of Queensland
Bachelor of Business Management -
University of Queensland
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