Anna-Maria has always has an eye for detail and a focus on the written word.

Having been an avid reader from a young age, Anna-Maria quickly found herself spotting errors in texts she was reading.  She has carried this keen eye for detail through every walk of life, while obtaining a degree in Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Cambridge and then pursuing careers in Corporate Tax, Business Services and Music.

Her persistent desire to increase her knowledge in all subjects has resulted in deep specialisms through a large number of areas.  When she meets a new subject she is always interested in learning more about it.  This makes her the perfect person to review technical and academic documents.

Career

Anna-Maria’s career, while initially specialising in Corporate Tax and Music, now covers several different subjects.  Anna-Maria is self-employed, allowing her the flexibility to pursue a portfolio career.  This, in turn, enables her to continue learning and developing her knowledge across a broad spectrum of areas.

  • English teacher (English as a Foreign Language) – 2018-present

CELTA-qualified (Pass A) teacher of English as a Foreign Language. Experienced at teaching classes of mixed first language (L1) students and classes of Spanish-only students for general English, business English and exam preparation classes. Currently teaching students of all ages, from age 6 to retirees, and abilities, from complete beginners to Advanced level.

  • Proofreader and copy editor – 2008-present

Proofreader and copy-editor with specialist knowledge areas in corporation tax, accountancy, business management, classical music, fitness and diet, hiking and trekking, sports science, and archaeology and anthropology (especially Paleolithic and American archaeology).

  • Route reviewer – 2008-2014

Recces on walking routes to review, update and amend routecard and guidebook instructions for self-guided walking holiday companies and walking books.  Work includes general copy editing of existing routecard material while also amending for any factual errors in directions.

  • Online business services – 2011-2018

Providing assistance for internet-based business start-ups, including website building, company secretarial, accounting, management, consulting and customer support services.

  • Violinist and music teacher – 1998-present

Freelance violinist performing in orchestras and quartets. Also teaching violin, piano and music theory to students of all ages and abilities.

  • Corporate Tax specialist – 2003-2011

Tax Manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP following a training contract at Smith & Williamson Limited.  Worked with International and Large Corporate clients, assisting multinationals with managing their corporate tax.  Work included advice and reports in streamlining processes, simplifying business structures, preparation and audit of tax reporting disclosures and assistance with ongoing compliance and tax authority enquiries/audits.

Relevant qualifications

  • Qualified proofreader and copy editor – qualification obtained from ChapterHouse Publishing
  • CELTA-qualified (Pass A) teacher of English as a Foreign Language
  • MA Cantab – University of Cambridge (Downing College)
  • Associate of Chartered Accountants (ACA) – awarded by Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • BA Cantab in Archaeology and Anthropology – University of Cambridge (Downing College)
  • A-Levels in Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Latin
  • GCSEs in English, English Literature, Maths, Dual Award Science, Latin, German, French, History
  • Associated Board qualifications, including Grade 8 Violin, Grade 8 Piano and Grade 7 Theory of Music