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Stephanie Bates

Charlemont,Victoria

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilising interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Leader

Surf Coast Secondary College
03.2016 - Current

School Local Payroll

  • Managed school payroll ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
  • Maintained payroll records for Casual Relief Teachers and Support Staff.
  • Processed payments for Exam and GAT Supervisors.
  • Collaborated cross-departmentally for efficient employee payments.
  • Managed SLP staff database effectively.

Accounts Payable

  • Utilised online purchase order system for accurate and compliant management.
  • Facilitated internal communication regarding accounts payable.
  • Ensured timely entry of purchase orders, invoices, and processing of creditor payments.
  • Managed transactions on college purchase cards adhering to financial policies.
  • Liaised with Business Manager to address discrepancies and procurement issues.
  • Recorded and reported various financial metrics and ensured policy compliance.

Accounts Receivable

  • Managed Camps, Sports, and Excursion Fund efficiently.
  • Addressed financial inquiries and provided support to families.
  • Utilised databases for accurate payment receipting processes.
  • Supported reconciliation and monitoring of revenue and expenditure.
  • Managed Sundry Debtors and ensured policy compliance.

Administrative Support

  • Supported financial audit process and ensured accuracy.
  • Presented financial reports for strategic decisions.
  • Collaborated with administration team for organizational objectives.
  • Provided timely first aid assistance as part of th First Aid Team.

Senior School/Middle School Administrator

Surf Coast Secondary College
01.2014 - 03.2016

Student Enrolment & Exit Administration

  • Managed student enrolment/exits database, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Maintained family data and facilitated smooth student travel logistics through stakeholder collaboration.
  • Ensured compliance with procedures and standards in form distribution and collection.

School Bus Program Coordination

  • Accurately inputted and managed bus traveller data.
  • Administered conveyance allowances efficiently and provided comprehensive bus information to families.
  • Streamlined administrative processes, maximizing compliance with policies.

Camp, Excursion & Events Administration

  • Managed applications, transportation scheduling, and communications.
  • Ensured adherence to local and state policies, maximizing attendance through efficient payment management.
  • Developed strong relationships with staff for improved collaboration and operations.

First Aid Coordinator

  • Provided timely first aid assistance to students and maintained precise records of all visits.
  • Communicated effectively with families regarding immunizations and coordinated class schedules.
  • Managed sickbay setup and transitions between shifts, ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
  • Administered student medication and organized wellbeing initiatives for the College community.

Customer Service Officer

Department of Human Services - Centrelink
07.2012 - 01.2014
  • Maintained high level of product knowledge to effectively assist customers with accurate information and recommendations in the following skill tags: Family Tax Benefit, Child Care Subsidy, Newstart, Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payments, Australian Electoral Commission - Electoral Roll, Early Release of Superannuation Applications.
  • Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by simultaneously handling multiple tasks such as navigating systems, taking notes on calls, and answering inquiries from a diverse range of clients.
  • Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
  • Provided empathetic support for customers experiencing personal difficulties, building rapport and trust.
  • Collaborated with other departments when necessary, ensuring seamless support for customers across multiple areas.

Out of Home Carer

Vista Support Services
08.2011 - Current
  • Providing supervision for youths (children and teenagers) who have been removed from their home due to court orders
  • Household duties to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for the youth
  • Cooking meals and preparing lunches
  • Maintaining accurate records of youth activities and behaviors
  • Providing emotional support to all youths from varying backgrounds
  • Maintaining a calm and supportive environment
  • Providing transport when required
  • Liaising with parents / grandparents during access visits
  • Working in teams with other support workers
  • Maintaining confidentiality in compliance with Privacy policies
  • Ensuring a high standard of quality care for all youths.

Relief Receptionist/Administrator

Grovedale Primary School
05.2012 - 05.2012
  • Answering phones and relaying messages
  • Data entry on to the CASES21 system (financial and administrative data)
  • Communicating with students / staff / parents
  • Ensuring visitors follow correct sign in procedures
  • Maintaining confidentiality in compliance with Privacy policies
  • Providing assistance to the Business Manager as required.

Relief Receptionist/Administrator

Surf Coast Secondary College
03.2012 - 03.2012
  • Answering phones and relaying messages
  • Data entry on to the CASES21 system (financial and administrative data)
  • Communicating with students / staff / parents
  • Ensuring visitors follow correct sign in procedures
  • Maintaining confidentiality in compliance with Privacy policies
  • Providing assistance to the Business Manager as required.

Front of House/Bar Staff

Barwon Heads Golf Club
04.2010 - 09.2011
  • A la carte Fine Dining Waitressing (meals and beverages)
  • Coffee making
  • Function preparation and service
  • Bartending
  • Displaying high standard customer service skills
  • General housekeeping duties
  • Working in a team environment.

Front of House Staff

The Royal Geelong Yacht Club
10.2009 - 04.2010
  • Displaying high standard customer service skills
  • Coffee making
  • Waitressing meals and beverages
  • Function preparation and service
  • Supervision of junior staff during functions
  • Working in a team environment
  • Bartending and glass collection
  • Opening/Closing Procedures
  • Cash handling and EFTPOS transactions
  • General housekeeping duties.

Cashier/Return Authority Officer

Harvey Norman
04.2008 - 10.2009
  • Cash handling / management
  • Cash and EFTPOS reconciliation twice daily
  • Issuing refund/store credits where applicable
  • Organizing return authorities for faulty items returned to the store
  • Dispatch of faulty items back to supplier
  • Liaising with suppliers / warehouse staff re: returns
  • Demonstrating a thorough understanding of store products
  • Managing customer complaints (including a resolution process)
  • Displaying a high standard of customer service skills.

Personal/ Marketing Assistant

Stuck On You
11.2007 - 04.2008
  • Personal Assistant to Marketing/Advertising Director
  • Liaison to local and international agents, distributors and franchisees
  • Organization of travel documents and timetables
  • Research and reporting of new marketing/advertising strategies
  • Call center duties
  • Monthly marketing/advertising financial reports.

Marketing/Administration Assistant

Gamerec Fishing Charters
12.2006 - 11.2007
  • Management of booking schedule
  • Co-ordination of fishing charters
  • Designing and implementing new marketing strategies
  • Scheduling, booking and hosting Sunset Cruises
  • Daily management of cash receipts including a daily reconciliation
  • Liaison between local businesses and Gamerec to establish community partnerships
  • Close of business duties (including security management)
  • Customer Service
  • Promotion of corporate fishing trips.

Second in Charge of Customer Service

Coles Supermarket
03.2005 - 11.2006
  • Weekly rostering of cashiers
  • Daily opening procedures
  • Management of cash register floats
  • Cash handling / management
  • Customer Complaints management (including resolution procedures)
  • Control and processing of refunds
  • Assistant to Manager (duties as directed)
  • Acting Manager in Managers absence
  • Ensuring general housekeeping duties were performed daily
  • Working in a team environment
  • Promoting a positive and safe work environment
  • Compliance with and promotion of Occupational Health & Safety regulations.

Casual Receptionist/Administrator

North Geelong Secondary College
08.2011 - 06.2012
  • Answering phones and relaying messages
  • Data entry on to the CASES21 system (financial and administrative data)
  • Communicating with students / staff / parents
  • Ensuring visitors follow correct sign in procedures
  • Maintaining confidentiality in compliance with Privacy policies
  • Providing assistance to the Business Manager as required
  • Student absence record entry
  • Assistant to Student Administrator and Finance Officer
  • Diary Management
  • Taking meeting Minutes for Staff Briefing two times a week and School Council when required.

Education

High School Diploma -

The Geelong College
Geelong, VIC

Skills

  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Budget Planning
  • Relationship building and management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision-Making
  • Organizational Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Team Collaboration

References

Ms Stacey Colman - Business Manager - Surf Coast Secondary College 

0408 519 656 

Stacey.Colman@education.vic.gov.au


Mr Andrew Brown - Assistant Principal - Surf Coast Secondary College

0439 786 860

Andrew.Brown2@education.vic.gov.au


Ms Erin Wright - 



Mr Scott Diamond - Executive Principal - Northern Bay Secondary College

0417 576 296

Scott.Diamond@education.vic.gov.au

Timeline

Finance Leader

Surf Coast Secondary College
03.2016 - Current

Senior School/Middle School Administrator

Surf Coast Secondary College
01.2014 - 03.2016

Customer Service Officer

Department of Human Services - Centrelink
07.2012 - 01.2014

Relief Receptionist/Administrator

Grovedale Primary School
05.2012 - 05.2012

Relief Receptionist/Administrator

Surf Coast Secondary College
03.2012 - 03.2012

Out of Home Carer

Vista Support Services
08.2011 - Current

Casual Receptionist/Administrator

North Geelong Secondary College
08.2011 - 06.2012

Front of House/Bar Staff

Barwon Heads Golf Club
04.2010 - 09.2011

Front of House Staff

The Royal Geelong Yacht Club
10.2009 - 04.2010

Cashier/Return Authority Officer

Harvey Norman
04.2008 - 10.2009

Personal/ Marketing Assistant

Stuck On You
11.2007 - 04.2008

Marketing/Administration Assistant

Gamerec Fishing Charters
12.2006 - 11.2007

Second in Charge of Customer Service

Coles Supermarket
03.2005 - 11.2006

High School Diploma -

The Geelong College
Stephanie Bates