It’s time to meet another member of the White Rose Maths team!
Posted 9th March 2022
As we move from a busy February into March, it’s time to meet another of our fantastic team members working hard at White Rose Maths.
Introducing: Carol Furness!
But what exactly does Carol do at White Rose Maths each day to support our wonderful customers from around the world? Let’s find out!
What is your job role at White Rose Maths?
I’ve recently joined the company as a Finance Assistant. Before this, I was a Case Officer for a Christian Debt Management Charity (CAP) – so it was still in the Finance Sector and very much with my eyes and brain focused on figures.
What does a typical day at work look like?
I deal with all incoming payments, including managing receipts, tracking, processing and allocating payments, and raising invoices against orders placed. I also deal with customer payment queries. If anyone has a question about their bill, I'm likely the one they will be chatting to.
What do you find most rewarding about your job?
I’ve really enjoyed getting to know my team; it’s important to know the people you work with, and I’m still relatively new to White Rose Maths. I’m getting through lots of receipt allocations and clearing off outstanding invoices at the moment, which feels good to tick off a list as actioned. It does help that I absolutely love numberwork, so a specialist maths provider is certainly the right workplace for me.
Tell us what you love the most about the 1-Minute Maths App.
Daring to use it was a big step forward! It’s good fun for adults, with the quick aspect a great way to keep your brain on its toes. Although there are so many children who will benefit from using it, I love how it gives primary school children everywhere the opportunity to embrace maths.
If you could learn a new skill, what would it be?
To be fluent in more than one language, to be a skilled patisserie chef, and to design, build and fit my own luxury kitchen. The sense of satisfaction of seeing my dream space come together and using my own hands and skills would be incredible!
Finally (just for fun!), where would we find you if money was no object?
Ooh, now we’re talking! I picture myself relaxed in a custom-built villa by the sea, preferably in a warm climate such as St Kitts or Antigua, surrounded by my family, with great food, great weather, and great fellowship.
