Gerard Mumbari ACMA, CGMA

Experience

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  Crown Partnership

  May 2011 - Mar 2014

  Accounts Clerk

  In this role, I managed event invoicing and refunds operations, while providing monthly financial and commission reports for the general manager and HAC client. Additionally, I dealt with all petty cash and reconciled receipts against cash.• Oversaw purchasing, requisitions, banking, and collection of cheque payments and credit card payments.• Ensured enough change in safe for busy periods, while monitoring all cash coming in and out of building.• Input weekly and monthly timesheets for all casual and full-time staff. Show less

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  PRINCIPAL CATERING CONSULTANTS LIMITED

  Mar 2014 - Aug 2015

  Senior Administration Manager/Deputy General

  In this role, I led all financial aspects of events, including pre-event deposits and final deposits, while monitoring and controlling debtors. Also, I established terms of credit and ensured timely payment by customer through renegotiating payment terms and initiating legal action to recover debts. • Managed ISO document control system on-site and ensured employees follow correct document control procedures.• Organised and supported in delivering events of 350+ guests on various occasions of the years.• Collaborated with management on price updates, billing, sales analysis, and personnel management.• Prepared all daily accounting data, including payroll, invoicing, and monthly stock sheets control. Show less

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  Harbour & Jones

  Aug 2015 - May 2017

  Senior Financial Account Manager

  I managed turnover while preparing reports, budgets, commentaries, and financial statements of business venues. One of my contributions was that I supported identifying costs cutting areas and recommend solutions. I led financial administration of sales (credit) and purchase ledger and participated in internal audits.• Improved company's cash flow and reduced arrears by maintaining accurate records and receiving payments on time.• Devised financial systems aligned with company policies and financial regulations. • Conducted target costings and interpreted the company's financial results.• Analysed processes and recommended changes for continuous process improvements. Show less

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  CH&CO

  May 2017 - Apr 2024

  I lead all aspects of daily-based operations of building related and client management. Formulate and manage budget to maintain all costs and profit levels. Assess skills development needs and oversee training/development of all staff members. Directs and carries out all projects at minimum costs, while ensuring profitability and alignment with expected GPs. Conduct all health and safety maintenance and risk assessments for staff and third-party clients when needed.• Lead and manage the sales and marketing team with a turnover increase by 20% and boosted profit margin from an expected 20% to 28% compared to last year.• Project lead on 3 projects financed by the Academy of Medical Sciences.• Analyse financial statements, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations to improve financial performance system. • Reduced accidents by 15% and improved staff training & awareness by 20%. Show less I developed and executed operational/financial strategy for team to ensure achieving budgeted targets in line with business operations goals. Conducted daily briefings to foster communication, comprehension, and motivation of team. Crafted training and development plans to enhance performance management. Supervised all activities related to recruitment, staff retention, and appraisals.• Accomplished sales/revenue and GP of £3.6M and 71% GP versus budgeted £3.5M and 70% GP.• Managed & trained team on-site, including 19 full-time and up to 40 part-time employees. • Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives, resulting in 5% reduction in operational expenses.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop financial models for new projects and investments. Show less

  • General Manager CH&CO

    Dec 2019 - Apr 2024

  • Project Manager

    Mar 2019 - Nov 2019

  • General Manager (Honourable Artillery Company)

    May 2017 - Feb 2019
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  Searcys

  Apr 2024 - Sept 2024

  General Manager
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  Gather & Gather

  Oct 2024 - now

  Senior Finance Business Partner