Greater Sydney Area
As a dedicated Financial Accountant, I bring a strong track record of improving financial processes, ensuring compliance, and driving operational efficiency. I thrive on problem-solving, mentoring team members, and collaborating across departments to deliver accurate, timely reporting. Currently progressing through my CPA certification, I am passionate about continuous learning, data-driven decision-making, and contributing to the financial health and success of the business.
● Consolidation and delivery of weekly margin reports and preparation of variance analysis against budget and forecast, with insights submitted to senior leadership for decision-making in a high‑volume, complex corporate environment. ● Support for senior leadership in financial planning by preparing variance analysis and contributing inputs for budgeting and forecasting discussions. ● Cross‑functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including finance managers, to enhance financial processes, streamline workflows, and strengthen overall team alignment. ● Mentorship and support of a junior staff member, contributing to their professional growth and development. ● Enhancement of Trial Balance reconciliation processes, resulting in improved accuracy and reduced discrepancies in financial reporting. ● Compliance with GST, PAYG, and audit requirements, consistently meeting KPI targets for accuracy and timeliness. ● Handling and improvement of payroll journal postings and adaptation to system changes. ● Management of daily accounting operations and support for weekly and Month-End financial reporting. ● Involved in preliminary testing and familiarisation with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) to explore ERP implementation for financial operations, enhancing adaptability to enterprise systems.
● Preparation of individual tax returns and support for the preparation of company, partnership, trust, and superannuation fund tax returns and financial statements. ● Preparation and lodgement of Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS) in compliance with ATO requirements. ● Liaison with ATO, ASIC, and other government agencies to address client queries and ensure regulatory compliance. ● Preparation of payroll and daily bank reconciliations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payments and financial records. ● Generation of financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, GST summaries, and payroll summaries, to support decision‑making and compliance obligations. ● Use of accounting software including Xero, XeroTax, and Handitax, maintaining accurate financial records and supporting efficient workflow processes.
● Collaboration with an external accountant through the provision of financial information required for the preparation and lodgement of BAS, income tax returns, and other compliance obligations. ● Preparation of payroll and completion of bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial records. ● Assistance with ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks to support daily business operations. ● Use of Xero, Hubdoc, and Asana software to manage bookkeeping processes and maintain accurate financial data.
● Processing of accounts payable and receivable to ensure accurate financial records. ● Preparation of payroll and maintenance of petty cash for day‑to‑day operations. ● Preparation of financial statements and completion of bank and petty cash reconciliations. ● Provision of administrative support to assist in the smooth running of the business. ● Use of MYOB accounting software for bookkeeping and financial reporting.