Susan Symonds (Suse)

Senior Bookkeeper - Systems Lead

Susan “Suse” Symonds

Suse is our go-to problem solver — calm under pressure, practical in approach, and an absolute spreadsheet queen. With a strong background in bookkeeping, systems management, and IT, she brings the perfect mix of analytical thinking and real-world business know-how to every client she supports.

Suse has worked across finance, operations, and technology — translating complex processes into simple, effective systems that just work. She’s known for being thorough, reliable, and genuinely invested in helping businesses run smoothly.

At Training and Beyond, Suse ensures every client’s bookkeeping and systems run accurately, efficiently, and transparently. She’s also the first to roll up her sleeves when data needs untangling — whether that’s preparing information from multiple sources for a forensic payroll review, reconciling tricky accounts, or uncovering the story behind the numbers.

What Suse Brings

  1. Deep bookkeeping and financial operations experience
  2. Expertise in IT systems, data management, and process improvement
  3. A strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and clear communication
  4. Advanced Excel and reporting skills — turning messy data into meaningful insights
  5. A supportive, down-to-earth approach that clients trust

Suse is based in Christchurch and works with clients across New Zealand. She’s the steady hand behind the numbers — keeping systems flowing, finances balanced, and clients feeling confident.

Preferred name: Suse.