Testimonials

2nd December 2009

To Whom It May Concern

Annette came on board as my bookkeeper and therefore, part of the Jay Vee Landscaping and Alowyn Gardens teams in September 2001.

Communication is essential and flexibility when appointments need to be changed is as important as getting the work done on time.

Unicorn Bookkeeping is an integral part of my business team and I depend on Annette to help me achieve my administrative goals. Her regular visits assist me with the discipline to spend much needed time in the office preparing quotes and invoices, paying wages, superannuation and accounts, filing and report printing as well as preparation of my BAS returns.

It is clear that Annette has many years of experience in office administration and bookkeeping. Her no-nonsense approach to getting the work done is much appreciated.

Yours faithfully

John Van de Linde

Managing Director

Jay Vee Landscaping Pty. Ltd.

and

Alowyn Gardens

PO Box 34
Coldstream, Vic 3770

22nd April, 2006

To Whom It May Concern

Annette (Unicorn Bookkeeping) was recommended to us by our Marketing Consultant and came on board as our bookkeeper almost six years ago. Since then we have built an excellent working relationship and I can rely totally on the accuracy of the monthly figures she produces which I present to our Board of Trustees.

Our Payroll is processed weekly and Annette has no trouble reconciling at the end of each year, producing PAYG Certificates and reporting to the Tax Department and State Revenue Office with the least fuss. The need for accuracy is self-explanatory when Work Cover, Superannuation, Payroll Tax and PAYG are involved.

Annette does all of our financial data processing - Sales and Receipts and Purchases and Payables. Our figures are audited each year and Year End queries can usually be finalized in around one day.

Annette's experience out in the field has often been invaluable when different issues arise. Her positive attitude to her work makes her a valuable member of the team.

Yours faithfully
Jo Boland
Manager

Victorian Animal Aid Trust

PO Box 34
Coldstream, Vic 3770

3rd November 2009

To Whom It May Concern

It's been quite a while since 2006 when Animal Aid wrote a testimonial for Annette of Unicorn Bookkeeping. I am pleased to say that she is still an integral member of our team after more than eight years and it goes without saying that after all this time we have built a strong mutual working relationship which is invaluable.

Our business has grown considerably over the years and Annette still handles our payroll and management accounting, reconciling bank accounts and producing monthly financial reports for myself, Department Managers and our Board of Trustees as well as supporting our Accountants and the annual Audit process with the competence which comes from many years of experience.

Annette also has a wealth of administration and employer/employee relations knowledge and supports me regularly in these areas.

It is with pleasure that I recommend Annette's business 'Unicorn Bookkeeping' to you. But you can't have her cos we need her more!!

Yours faithfully
Nell Thompson
General Manager

Victorian Animal Aid Trust

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

Over the last two years I have worked as a fundraising consultant for Animal Aid. My work has involved looking at raising money while ensuring that all activities and events make a surplus.

During this time I have worked closely with Annette Van Der Hoek from Unicorn Bookkeeping who has carried out bookkeeping work for Animal Aid for more than 8 years.

We have had a number of issues to address to ensure that the fundraising accounts are accurate and truly reflect what has occurred, especially the various fundraising events that have been held.

I have greatly appreciated Annette’s assistance in my role at Animal Aid and congratulate her on her desire to further upgrade her business and taxation skills.

I am willing to verbally provide more information if required.

Matthew Etty-Leal
Manager
Gift Options
(m)   0438 079 475
November 2009

PO Box 614
Croydon Victoria 3136

Re: 2004 Audit Report for V.A.A.T.

We also enclose the bill for the audit. The good news is that it is less than in previous years. In this regard we can thank Annette for her good work in reconciling accounts and producing reliable information, the board for its co-operation and you for all the assistance in helping us to complete the project on time.

Yours faithfully,
Richard Longmore

25 Coventry St
Southbank VIC 3006

03/11/09

Dear Sir/Madam,

I have prepared this testimonial in support of Annette Van Der Hoek from Unicorn Bookkeeping.

In my capacity as a marketing consultant I am engaged to undertake a variety of marketing and business recovery projects for my clients. These projects require the support of a team of business support consultants that I will call on to manage specific tasks.

I have chosen these people not only because they possess the relevant skills and small business experience in a variety of industries, but they bring a calm and confident demeanor to an often stressful business environment. They arrive at the project office, they listen, ask questions, analyse the situation, identify the problem and determine the most appropriate course of action. Annette Van Der Hoek from Unicorn Bookkeeping has fulfilled that roll on a number of occasions for my consultancy, Small Business Marketing Services Pty. Ltd.

As Annette goes about the task of reconstructing the accounts and financial administrative systems she produces me budgets and monthly P&L reports that the fledgling management team require to manage the performance of the business. Her wise counsel is greatly appreciated and plays a major role in the success of the business recovery process.

I am happy to provide additional details in support ofAnnette's submission.
I can be contacted on 0409 85 83 75.

Yours sincerely,
Peter Watts
Marketing Consultant