Cheryl Earp
About Cheryl Earp
Cheryl Earp is a Group Accountant at Sightsavers, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in Business and Commerce, holding a Bachelor's degree from the University of South Africa and currently pursuing an MBA.
Work at Sightsavers
Cheryl Earp has served as the Group Accountant at Sightsavers since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for preparing audit documentation and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Her duties include managing the reconciliation of income and expenses to maintain accurate financial records. Cheryl also plays a key role in the preparation of journals and balance sheet reconciliations, which support the organization's financial reporting. Additionally, she handles the preparation and submission of VAT returns and oversees the management of fixed assets and stock, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.
Previous Experience at GHL Liftrucks Ltd
Before joining Sightsavers, Cheryl Earp worked at GHL Liftrucks Ltd as a PL Clerk from 2013 to 2016. During her three years at the company, located in Cranleigh, she gained valuable experience in financial processes and accounting practices. This role contributed to her professional development and prepared her for her current position at Sightsavers.
Education and Expertise
Cheryl Earp studied at the University of South Africa, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Commerce from 1998 to 2007. She also attended Sandringham High School, where she completed her Grade 12 education from 1975 to 1979. Currently, she is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Introweb, which she began in 2012. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in business principles and financial management.
Financial Management Responsibilities
In her role as Group Accountant at Sightsavers, Cheryl Earp is responsible for several key financial management tasks. She prepares audit documentation, ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Cheryl manages the reconciliation of income and expenses, which is essential for maintaining accurate financial records. Additionally, she prepares journals and balance sheet reconciliations to support financial reporting, handles VAT returns, and oversees the management of fixed assets and stock.