Welcome to another post in the series where we interview each Canberra Bookkeeper working with us here at Trade Guardian.
We are publishing this series as a quick and fun way for you to get to know our wonderful crew, with a personal touch.
Ryan has been an amazing addition to our team whose calm personality and knowledge are valued by all.
The formal stuff…
What do you love about being a Canberra bookkeeper at Trade Guardian?
I have the opportunity to learn new things everyday.
What do clients love about the bookkeeping services you deliver for them?
I am thorough and do my best for each of my clients.
What are your professional qualifications?
I have an Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Bookkeeping among other things.
What three words would you use to describe your role?
Helpful. Detailed. Calm.
What does a typical day look like for you?
Wake up. Read some more of a book. Go to work. Come home and read some more and then sleep.
What is your favourite achievement to date, either personal or professional?
Proposing to my wife.
What professional skills are you most proud of? i.e. what do you best?
My ability to adapt and learn new tasks.
If you could choose anyone, who would you pick as your mentor?
Jon Stuart Mill (famous British philosopher)
The fun stuff…
What gets you out of bed in the morning?
My cat, Tibbs, who is just soooo hungry!
When was the last time you laughed so hard you almost cried, and why?
Watching the film Fido
What’s your favourite blog or social media site?
I don’t use social media.
Given a chance, who would you like to be for a day?
A wealthy retiree who lives on the beach of a tropical island. It just sounds relaxing.
What is your guilty pleasure?
Reading bad books.
At which store would you like to max-out your credit card?
Amazon‘s Kindle store
What is something funny/quirky/interesting about you that most people would not expect?
I came to Australia to do a PhD in Philosophy.
Recently I have also taken to learning Dungeons and Dragons.