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Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

New York, New York, United States

Reporting directly to the global CEO, I was responsible for all aspects of the finance function in North America. This included everything within the traditional finance role (ie, budgeting, reporting, analysis, forecasting), but also extended to managing a team of highly-aligned finance staff as well as working on special projects for the executive, production, HR and operations teams.

New York, New York, United States

In this role, I provided oversight of the finance function. I also worked in close partnership with the production, operations and general management teams to successfully execute key strategic and operational initiatives.

New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United States

This role involved providing financial and strategic advice to the founder of this award-winning, independent magazine.

New York, New York, United States

Primarily responsible for the preparation of monthly financial reporting and analysis for the US and Canadian businesses.

Melbourne, Australia

Responsible for designing and maintaining a financial reporting framework that allowed the business to meet its management and strategic needs. This included reporting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis — all of which improved the quality of business decisions.

Sydney, Australia

This role involved formal and informal duties to support the strategic direction of the independent, not-for-profit station. I was also a member of the finance subcommittee.

Sydney, Australia

Accountant at Interactive Accounting, a leading advisory firm and Xero's most awarded accounting practice located in both Sydney and Melbourne.

Canberra, Australia

Accountant at Maxim, a chartered accounting firm whose focus is on delivery of quality, personalised and proactive business services to the private sector.

Sydney, Australia

Assistant National Operations Manager at American Apparel, an international clothing retailer. Responsibilities included recruiting, training and managing a team of 30 staff, inventory management, developing and clearly communicating store objectives as well as cultivating a positive work culture. Achievements included:• Launching two Australian concession stores in Myer;• Managing Sydney store – 5th highest grossing store in American Apparel Inc.; and • Working on a number of local and international projects, including Adelaide store launch and Canadian warehouse sales.

Sydney Area, Australia

Served as acting National Operations Manager for six months. Responsibilities included supervising, training and providing support for a team of 100 national staff, conducting store audits and overseeing general operations. I reported directly to the Los Angeles Head Office to discuss sales, budgets and strategic direction.

Master Of Business Administration

Graduate Diploma Of Chartered Accounting

Bachelor Of Accounting