Renee Louise Kennedy
Gymea,Australia
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at BSMS Security, excelling in accounts payable and supplier relationship management. Proven ability to streamline invoice processing and enhance financial reporting. Adept at fostering strong client connections while demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and effective communication skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Support / Finance Team
BSMS Security
Taren Point, Australia
02.2022 - Current
- Manage Accounts Payable inbox, respond promptly to an enquiries regarding supplier / subcontractor payments
- Receipting in supplier invoices after matching to PO in simPRO, gaining approval where required
- Invoicing subcontractor invoices
- Reconciling EOM payment run
- Managing debtors list- weekly
- Fleet Management
- Credit card reconciliation in XERO
- Support the sales team / General Manager with various administration tasks
Sales Administrator
NICCO Timber Windows & Doors
Kingsgrove, Australia
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Support Account Managers by preparing documentation for quoting
- Answering sales call enquiries, gathering information for Account Managers to begin the quoting process
- Responding to tender requests with the guidance of Account Managers
- Preparing quotes and issuing to clients on behalf of Account Managers
- Sales order facilitation
- Microsoft dynamics 365 data entry
- Build customer loyalty by creating a friendly and responsive service experience
Accounts Assistant
Next Level Racing
Southport, Australia
10.2018 - 11.2019
- All account duties were performed for 2 separate companies, using XERO accounting software, I have extensive experience with the software
- Daily reconciliation of account balances, receivable and payable
- Advising sales of incoming payments
- Entering payment details on invoices
- Monthly reconciliation of all Australian bank accounts and a couple of foreign accounts, including credit cards for directors
- Receiving stock into Dear Inventory System
- Assist Finance Manager with a wide range of accounting duties
- Entering journals into Dear Inventory System for a Cost of Goods project
Administration / Receptionist
Power Equipment Pty
Taren Point, Australia
04.2015 - 11.2017
- Process incoming supplier invoices for payment
- Monthly petty cash reconciliation
- Reconcile and coding of monthly credit card expenses
- Processing of credit card payments daily
- Manage debtors for the branch
- Manage time sheets for the mechanics and forward to payroll at end of pay period
- Monitor fuel card usage and reconcile monthly
- Answer incoming calls and direct to applicable department
- Customer service
- Maintain all stationery requirements and general staff amenities
- Banking
Sales Support Administrator / PA
Breville Pty Ltd
Botany, Australia
01.2007 - 04.2015
- Manage day to day tasks for the National Accounts Manager
- Provide a high level of administration support with reports, letters and PowerPoint presentation
- Coordinate travel and accommodation bookings
- Coordinate appointments /in house meetings with clients, book corporate dinners
- Assist in preparing product submissions for accounts
- Reconcile monthly expenses
- Manage email system and calendar for Account Manager
Admin / Sales Support
Ingal EPS
Kirrawee, Australia
11.2004 - 12.2006
- Reception and all duties related to the running of the front desk
- Organise the delivery of jobs with customers and transport company
- Assist the Sales team with administration tasks
Administration
Biramint Pty Ltd
Ultimo, Australia
04.2002 - 11.2002
- Meet and greet
- Assistant to the Managing Director
- Assisted in organising the field sales team
- Professional phone manner when dealing with new recruits, advising them of their job description and organising appointments
- Attention to detail and ability to prioritise
Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Dr David R Mansfield Dental Surgery
Hurstville, Australia
04.1999 - 03.2002
- Customer service
- Manage petty cash for the surgery
- Booking appointments for patients and taking payments
- Forward planning and co-ordinating the day for the Dentist
- Chair side assisting
- Banking
Education
Higher School Certificate -
De La Salle College
Cronulla, NSW01.1998
Skills
- Accounts payable
- XERO accounting
- Invoice processing
- Credit card reconciliation
- Supplier relationship management
- Financial reporting
References
- Ian Mills, Power Equipment, National Marine Sales Manager / Engineer, 0419 127 121
- Stuart Galloway, Next Level Racing, Finance Manager, 0458 858 895
- Katie Woodbridge, NICCO Timber Windows and Doors, Accountant / Finance Manager, 0410 300 347
Skills - Personal Attributes
- Teamwork
- Organised and outstanding attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Honesty
- High work ethic
- Determined
- Value people
- Reliable
Timeline
Support / Finance Team
BSMS Security
02.2022 - Current
Sales Administrator
NICCO Timber Windows & Doors
02.2021 - 12.2021
Accounts Assistant
Next Level Racing
10.2018 - 11.2019
Administration / Receptionist
Power Equipment Pty
04.2015 - 11.2017
Sales Support Administrator / PA
Breville Pty Ltd
01.2007 - 04.2015
Admin / Sales Support
Ingal EPS
11.2004 - 12.2006
Administration
Biramint Pty Ltd
04.2002 - 11.2002
Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Dr David R Mansfield Dental Surgery
04.1999 - 03.2002
Higher School Certificate -
De La Salle College