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Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Process fortnightly payroll for approximately 3,000 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Manage end-to-end payroll processes, including data entry, reconciliation, and reporting in SAP.Accurately fill out and verify prior service details for new and existing employees.Ensure service records are transferred correctly for new onboarded employees who are eligible.Process off-cycle payments in SAP, ensuring prompt and accurate additional disbursementsMaintain payroll and personnel data integrity in HR/payroll systems (e.g., SAP, Success Factors).Handle superannuation employer cash out requests and calculate appropriate adjustments.Apply and manage various loadings, such as attraction loading, ensuring accurate implementation in payroll systemsProcess terminations by calculating final pay, including accrued leave entitlements and long service leave

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Created a Google Apps Script using Java to automate movement letters for 20,000 employees, triggered by promotions or status changes.Ensured accurate employee remuneration by interpreting and applying various EBAs and Awards.Efficiently resolved tier 1 Payroll and HR queries for internal stakeholders via phone and ServiceNow.Proficiently resolved and debugged Payroll and HR compliance issues arising from SuccessFactors.Enhanced decision-making by creating and analyzing comprehensive Payroll and HR reports on wage costing, payroll, and leave reconciliation through SuccessFactors.Built QRC (Quick Reference Cards) guides to help internal stakeholders navigate HR processes through Endeavour's new version of SuccessFactors.Played a key role in testing and validating Endeavour Group's SuccessFactors version, ensuring seamless implementation for 20,000 employees across the organization.Onboarded new recruiters via SmartRecruiters and SuccessFactors, ensuring accurate entry of employee details including work permits and employment status.

South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Endeavour Group: Australia's largest retail drinks network, featuring Dan Murphy's and BWS, and a substantial portfolio of licensed hotels, supported by a team of 28,000 members.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize store layout and visual merchandising, resulting in a 15% boost in purchases.Received positive feedback from customers for going above and beyond to provide tailored recommendations and product knowledge.Proactively identified opportunities to upsell and cross-sell, contributing to a 10% increase in average transaction value.Earned multiple awards by showcasing exceptional knowledge of wines and spirits and a strong commitment to continuous learning and industry expertise.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Successfully debugged and implemented SQL code, resulting in a seamless enrollment process for clients via the company's website.Developed a Python script utilizing Interactive Brokers and Google Sheet APIs to efficiently track and store the P&L of client accounts on a centralized platform.Utilized Google Data Studio to create visually appealing and informative data visualizations to support decision-making processes.Expertly crafted and executed SQL queries to extract valuable data from the database, supporting data-driven insights.Developed a Python script that tracks the volatility of Bitcoin vs MSCI Australia Index, providing valuable market insights.Analyzed financial statements of public companies, evaluating stock prices and providing recommendations to improve investment strategies.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

- Created and implemented a concise version of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures model to evaluate ASX300 firms - Analyzed and scrutinized past financial performance and multi-asset class funds of ASX300 firms in relation to climate-related strategies - Identified trends and made recommendations for improvements in reporting climate-related metrics and targets for investor protection

Hong Kong

- Raised Liberty Hong Kong’s brand awareness by creating a successful promotional campaign through newsletters and social media.- Ensured smooth running of large scale events of more than 300 participants.- Crafted offers to lure large in-bound groups by negotiating with suppliers and offering unique experiences.- Organized a financial plan for every event in order to generate a profit margin of 15% and above.

Brunei Darussalam

I was responsible for ensuring the hotel was established as a MICE venue by:1. Assisted with Banquet and Sales correspondence.2. Promptly responding to all inquiries.3. Composed, published and distributed Banquet event order (BEO) to all departments 4. Prepared signage and menu items for all banquet events function.5. Studied requirements of all booked banquets and functions 6. Sent Banquet event proposals to the guests and being in timely contact with them.7. Acted as a liaison between all related hotel departments and host of the function.8. Ensured orders and requisitions for the Catering and Banquet departments are completed.9. Maintained the entire sales correspondence data base.10. Maintained departmental reports and procedures.11. Maintained all client information and folders.12. Updated DSR (Daily sales Report) and revenue projection on a daily bases

Mumbai Area, India

Being part of the Sales and Marketing team, I was responsible for handling and managing my target market within a particular territory by:1. Routined Sales calling ( to build relationship with old firms or introduce new companies to the hotel)2. Mapped competitors market within my sales territory and created an action plan to attract more potential clients3. Made sales call report and identified new trends within the market4. Found new growth opportunities within other sales territories. 4. Reported current market trends in order to adapt new sales techniques5. Created a friendly and healthy working environment.

Reservations

As a reservation team member, I was responsible for ensuring guest needs were met by up-selling reverent hotel facilities / services and generating revenue. I had to:1. Process reservations from mail, travel agents, telephone, hotel website, CRS, GDS 2. Make cancellations ,modifications and promptly relaying this information to the front desk.3. Arrange travel requirements for guests 4. Handle daily correspondence and respond to inquires from guests.5. Assist in making reservations reports5. Created a friendly and healthy environment for a team to work together

Master Of Financial Mathematics, Financial Mathematics

Received AUD $8,000 grant for Master of Financial Mathematics from Monash University Some of my best performing units: Algorithms.

Pre-Masters In Finanacial Mathematics, Financial Mathematics

Quantitative finance is widely recognised as a rapidly expanding market for mathematical and scientific skills. Financial Mathematics is.

Bachelor’S Degree, Hotel/Motel Administration/Management

Graduated with Distinction Best Capstone Hotel Project Award - Best business plan for a new hotel startup. Selected from 20 groups.

High School, General Certificate Of Secondary Education

Drama and Theatre

High School, International Computer Driving License

High School, Secondary Education