Sarah Groves
Summary
Analytical expert with robust experience in data analysis, payroll, and accounting, pursuing opportunities that enhance existing skills and introduce fresh challenges.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Power Built Constructions
Willoughby, Ohio
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Managed daily accounts payable and receivable transactions to ensure timely financial operations.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy before payment processing, reducing potential discrepancies.
- Reconciled discrepancies in general ledger entries to ensure accuracy.
- Utilized accounting software to effectively track financial activities.
- Processed payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
- Assisted in preparing monthly financial reports for management review.
- Monitored cash flows and produced weekly cash projections to enhance liquidity management.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation.
Payroll Compliance Analyist
Marshall Motor Group
Cambridge, Cambriddgeshire
07.2017 - 08.2021
- Analyzed compliance risks in automotive operations, providing recommendations that strengthened overall compliance posture.
- Reviewed and monitored adherence to laws, regulations, and policies for regulatory compliance.
- Developed compliance training programs for staff across multiple locations, enhancing understanding of regulatory requirements.
- Investigated compliance incidents, implementing corrective actions in collaboration with teams.
- Conducted detailed audits of internal systems to verify compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation of compliance measures.
- Tracked progress towards organizational compliance objectives and reported findings to inform management decision-making.
- Prepared detailed reports on compliance status for management review and strategic decision-making.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Open University
Remote07-2011
Skills
- Accounting
- Payroll Processing
- Financial analysis
- Financial auditing & modeling
- Regulatory compliance
- KPI Reporting
- Data analysis
- SQL querying
- Power BI
- Analytical research
Certification
- DIPLOMA IN SOCIAL SCIENCE
- DIPLOMA IN PAYROLL MANAGEMENT
Previous Jobs
- Research Grants Specialist - 2012 - 2017
- Payroll Specialist - 24 years
Timeline
Accountant
Power Built Constructions
01.2026 - 05.2026
Payroll Compliance Analyist
Marshall Motor Group
07.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Open University