Connell Brinsley Lord
St. James
Summary
Accomplished Sport Finance and Management professional with a proven track record in relationship building and project leadership at the University of the West Indies. Spearheaded the successful renovation of the UWI Gym and streamlined accounting processes, leading to enhanced operational efficiency. Renowned for exceptional organizational skills and a dedication to delivering projects on time while ensuring client satisfaction. Aims to leverage expertise in research related to sport and physical activity to further improve facility operations and cultivate collaborative environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Gym Manager
University of the West Indies, Academy of Sport, Faculty of Sport
St Augustine, Trinidad
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted with budgeting for new equipment purchases.
- Project lead on the renovation of the UWI Gym.
- Handled daily administrative tasks including filing paperwork and responding to emails.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while upholding UWI regulations
- Maintained a clean, organized environment throughout the facility at all times.
- Kept accurate records of member attendance, sales figures, and inventory levels.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance. (Biometrics)
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Ensured the gym had all necessary equipment to maintain safety and efficiency standards.
- Utilized well-honed decision-making skills to quickly and effectively find solutions to customer issues.
Senior Administrative Assistant
University of the West Indies St. Augustine
01.2017 - Current
- Monitored financial transactions and enforced budgetary controls.
- Established and supervised organized file management process.
- Processed vendor and supplier invoices swiftly, ensuring accuracy and compliance with university standards.
- Preparing and maintaining pre-authorized payments monthly, or as required.
- Addressed vendor inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Processed all client payments and miscellaneous payments daily or as required to the sub-ledger.
- Responding to client or payer account inquiries, as required.
- Preparing correspondence and financial reports as directed.
- Purchasing equipment, furniture, and uniforms for the department as directed.
- Preparation of budgets for the UWI Games and Half Marathon.
- Participated actively in candidate evaluation processes.
- Served as Academy representative on multiple committees.
- Performing any other related duties, as may be assigned by the head.
Accounting Assistant
University of the West Indies St. Augustine
01.2007 - 12.2017
- Preparation of Annual Estimates of CGC and Centre Departments for submission by August 1
- Preparation of Biennial Estimates of CGC and Centre Departments for submission by November 30
- Review of accounts for the preparation of Final Accounts by August 31
- Verification of staffing in June/July and October/November
- Submission of Activity Reports to all CGC and Centre departments
- Approval of both online and manual orders
- Approval of staff appointments, permanent and temporary
- Approval of sundry and foreign payments that are not linked to an electronic order
- Evaluating and processing capital purchases that include preparation of the journals for virement
- Processing of inter departmental charges
- Handling of departmental queries
- Updating and maintaining Budgets system (excel spreadsheets) for staffing appointments; Academic, ATS and Daily Paid
Auditor
Pannell Kerr Foster Chartered Accountants
11.2004 - 08.2005
- Preparation of Balance Sheet Audits: Fixed Assets, Inventory, Receivables and Prepayments, Bank and Cash, Liabilities and Capital
- Performs Income and Expense Testing
- Preparation of financial statements (Income and Balance Sheet)
- Conducts Stock and Cash Counts
- Transference of client accounting data into database
- Drafts reports on conclusion of audit and submits for review
- Internal Control Testing
- Other related auditing functions as may be required from time to time
North-West Regional Health Authority Port of Spain General Hospital
01.2000 - 11.2004
- Clerical duties such as creating and updating files, writing up clinic appointments
- Management of medical records
- Making sure all medical records are protected and kept confidential
- File all patients' medical records and information
- Maintain quality and accurate records by following hospital procedures
Customs and Excise of Trinidad and Tobago
10.1999 - 12.1999
- Clerical duties
Education
MPHIL /PHD - SPORTS
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
08.2022
Principles of Procurement and Supply Certificate -
02.2022
MSc - STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
ST. AUGUSTINE05.2017
BSc - MANAGEMENT STUDIES
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
ST. AUGUSTINE01.2013
Level 1 -
ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (ACCA)
01.2002
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Research and planning
- Organizational skills
- Communication
- Managing and coordinating
- Team Leadership
- Lead generation
- Accounting oversight
- Facility management
Hobbies and Interests
- Music
- Art - Painting
- Singing
- Teaching
- Puppetry
References
Mrs. Carolyn Gooding, Senior Financial Manager, University of the West Indies St. Augustine, Carolyn.gooding@sta.uwi.edu, 662-2002 Ext 82144
Leadership Experience
- Board Member of St. James Wesleyan Holiness Church
- Treasurer of St. James Wesleyan
- Head of Music Committee
- Head of Dance Group
- Head of Youth Group
Affiliations
- Manager and creator of the EPIC 5K Race for the Chickland Children's Home 2023 and 2024. Seek financial and in-kind sponsorship, Manage operations on race day.
- Manage community Netball and Footbal competition for Youths 2018 and 2019
Accomplishments
- Author of two (2) articles on Physical activity in the Trinidad Guardian for the year 2024 and 2023.
- Renovated the UWI Gym facility and procured new gym equipment
Timeline
Gym Manager
University of the West Indies, Academy of Sport, Faculty of Sport
01.2023 - Current
Senior Administrative Assistant
University of the West Indies St. Augustine
01.2017 - Current
Accounting Assistant
University of the West Indies St. Augustine
01.2007 - 12.2017
Auditor
Pannell Kerr Foster Chartered Accountants
11.2004 - 08.2005
North-West Regional Health Authority Port of Spain General Hospital
01.2000 - 11.2004
Customs and Excise of Trinidad and Tobago
10.1999 - 12.1999
MPHIL /PHD - SPORTS
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
Principles of Procurement and Supply Certificate -
MSc - STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
BSc - MANAGEMENT STUDIES
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
Level 1 -
ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (ACCA)
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