Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Languages
References
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Sarah Earll

Hamilton,VIC

Summary

Driven and resourceful finance and administration professional with 15+ years of experience working with high-achieving individuals and companies. Track record supporting personal and professional needs with well-organised precision. Detail-oriented, with superb people-skills and public relations and communications experience.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Assistant

Cross Country Management
05.2023 - Current
  • Coordinate travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel, and ground transportation.
  • Organise and coordinate conferences and general meetings.
  • Create and distribute monthly newsletter.
  • Update and maintain client database.
  • Create and schedule social media content.
  • Assist with compilation of client data (cash flow budgets, statement of position, grant eligibility).

Finance Officer

JM Ellis & Co - Livestock And Station Agents
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Optimised cash flow management, ensuring timely payment of invoices and reducing outstanding debts.
  • Improved budget planning and forecasting with thorough analysis of historical data and market trends.
  • Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
  • Payroll management and BAS submission.

Agribusiness Manager - Secondment

National Australia Bank
12.2018 - 05.2019
  • Directly managed the lending, investment and transactional banking requirements of a complex portfolio of high net worth clients and influencers.
  • Delivered consistent revenue growth through effective sales strategies, promoting banking products and services tailored to client needs.
  • Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information to prevent mishandling of data and potential breaches.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Maintained and enhanced the credit risk profile and credibility of the portfolio.

Agribusiness Analyst

National Australia Bank
02.2014 - 12.2018
  • Worked closely with relationship managers to proactively identify potential issues or concerns impacting client accounts.
  • On the job training and mentoring of incoming graduate analysts through the NAB Graduate Program.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries promptly and maintaining strong relationships with key clients.
  • Assisted management in meeting regulatory requirements by conducting periodic audits and ensuring compliance with established policies.
  • Identified customer desires and goals through needs-based sales tactics.
  • Helped customers prepare documents required to complete transactions and process requests.
  • Participated in client meetings to discuss financial analysis and potential lending requirements/investment strategies.

Customer Advisor

National Australia Bank
03.2009 - 02.2014
  • Facilitated efficient account opening for new clients, guiding them through the process with clear explanations and documentation assistance.
  • Assisted customers with personal lending applications and document preparation, facilitating a streamlined approval process for borrowers.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all transactions.
  • Played a key role in achieving consistently high audit scores by adhering to strict compliance policies and procedures.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service during high-volume periods, effectively managing wait times and workloads.

Education

Professional Certificate Of Education Support - Education

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC
09.2024

Bachelor Of Arts - Applied Linguistics

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC
03.2009

Skills

  • Executive Support
  • Administrative Support
  • Office Management
  • Financial Management
  • Adaptable
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Training and mentoring

Certification

Working With Children Check

Valid to 2029

Interests

Netball

Player and former coach and umpire - Coleraine Football Netball Club

Performing Arts

Classic Ballet, Contempory Dance, Jazz Ballet, casual class teacher at Hamilton Dance Company, Musical Theatre

Travel and Foreign Language

Former exchange student - New Caledonia, International GAP year

Languages

English
French

References

Paige Cross

Business Owner - Cross Country Management

(Current Employer)
Ph: 0409794219


Nikki Adams
Office Manager - JM Ellis and Co
Ph: 0408536349


Nigel Cross
Senior Agribusiness Manager - NAB Adelaide
Ph: 0407644353

Timeline

Executive Assistant

Cross Country Management
05.2023 - Current

Finance Officer

JM Ellis & Co - Livestock And Station Agents
05.2021 - 08.2022

Agribusiness Manager - Secondment

National Australia Bank
12.2018 - 05.2019

Agribusiness Analyst

National Australia Bank
02.2014 - 12.2018

Customer Advisor

National Australia Bank
03.2009 - 02.2014

Professional Certificate Of Education Support - Education

Monash University

Bachelor Of Arts - Applied Linguistics

University of Melbourne
Sarah Earll