1. CurriculumVitae Duncan Gerald Abbott
39 Warborough Avenue, Tilehurst, Reading, Berks. RG31 5LB
H: 0118 961 4074 M: 07947 808761 E-mail : dungerabb@live.co.uk
PROFILE
 Vastly experienced Accountant &Bookkeeper, self-motivated and very
competent in dealing with pressurised situations.
 Achievements across a diverserange of sectors including retail, advertising,
mechanical engineering and overseas projects.
 A personableteam player who is likely to make a fantastic contribution to
team spirit.
 Flexible attitude and someone who is happy to cover all tasks as and when
required.
CAREER SUMMARY
Bookkeeper Tahex Limited June 2014 to Mar 2015
Care Support Worker Reading Crossroads Feb ‘13-June‘14 & June ’15-date
Bookkeeper CFL Electrical Limited Nov 2011 to Feb 2013
Financial Controller C F Lake Limited Aug 1997 to Nov 2011
Earlier career Financial Controller – Milton Marketing Ltd
Finance Manager – Taylor & Goodman Ltd
Chief Accountant – Ampex Electronics Ltd
Trainee Accountant – Haines Watts/Ernest Francis Accountants
KEY SKILLS
 Management of whole accounting function in latest position. Responsible for all tasks.
 Business planning. Implementation of new financial modules. This was instrumental in
instigating a positive turnaround in the financial fortunes of Lakes.
 IT systems and controls. Complete overhaul of accounting and payroll systems. On more
than one occasion have instigated new systems & controls where little or none had
previously existed.
 Staff management. Have experience of managing up to 7 accounting staff in small and
medium sized companies.
 Management advice. Integral involvement in slashing payroll/benefits administration
costs by 25%, through the effective negotiation of prices and fees, ensuring the
continuation and enhancement of services.
 Computer Software Packages. Everyday use of Sage Line 50, Sage Payroll and Excel.

2. CAREER HISTORY
Bookkeeper – Tahex Ltd – 9 month contract June 2014 to March 2015
 Monthly Management Accounts;
 Daily Cash Flow Reporting;
 Nominal, Sales & Bought Ledgers Including Credit Control;
 VAT, PAYE and Payroll Management;
 Assisting with audit queries
Care Support Worker – Reading Crossroads – Feb 2013 to June 2014 and June 2015 to date
 Giving Respite Care, caring for people with learning difficulties and personal care.
Bookkeeper – CFL Electrical Ltd – Nov 2011 to Feb 2013
 Monthly Management Accounts;
 Daily Cash Flow Reporting;
 Budgets and Forecasting;
 Nominal, Sales & Bought Ledgers;
 VAT, PAYE and Payroll Management.
Financial Controller – C F Lake Ltd - Up to 9 Retail stores, turnover £10m - 1997 to 2011
Responsible for whole Accounting function, managing 2 members of staff at any given time:
 Monthly Management Accounts with variance analysis;
 Monthly Sales Reports;
 Daily & weekly Cashflow Reporting;
 Budgets and Forecasting:
 Year end Audit including clean audits;
 Statutory Accounts;
 Nominal, Sales & Bought Ledgers;
 Tax compliance including VAT and PAYE and Payroll Management.
PROFESSIONAL, EDUCATIONAL & PERSONAL
 ACCA Level 2 – Part Qualified, 8 subjects of 9.
 Degree – BA – Accountancy & Mathematics.
 Financial Services - achieved threshold competence.
 IT Level 2 Training Course. Passed September 2015.
 Personal interests – Family, sport, travel, helping people with disabilities. Also
completed the London to Brighton cycle ride in 1990. I serve on the committee of the
local table tennis league.