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Warkworth, Nz

Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand

5 Star Admin is a award winning practice offering remote Administration, Bookkeeping and App Advisory services. Proudly, we are a 100% Xero practice and love utilising many of the 50+ apps/software we are fully conversant in.FINANCE Expertise:Financial Management:* Ensure accuracy in financial statements through rigorous monthly and year-to-date variance reviews.* Ownership of CAPEX process, accounting for all CAPEX costs.* Manage the balance sheet effectively to optimize the organization's financial position and maintain a strong equity position.* Provide high-quality and timely analytical support for projects, strategic initiatives, and business proposals.* Undertake financial analysis to enhance efficiency and profitability.Accounting & Reporting:* Produce monthly/quarterly results reports and commentary for review by the CEO and Directors.* Prepare accurate monthly cashflow forecasts to meet financial obligations and maintain appropriate cash levels.* Liaise with the CEO/Directors, external accountant, and assist in the preparation of annual accounts.* Manage debtors effectively to ensure timely income receipt and appropriate bad debt management.* Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements, collaborating with external accountants for tax matters.Payroll and Taxation ComplianceSOFTWARE ADVISORY Expertise:* Document business requirements through stakeholder interviews, workshops and surveys.* Analyse and map current processes to identify gaps and inefficiencies for both current and strategic business direction.* Create detailed business and operational specifications for recommended solutions.* Facilitate with all respective business units to design and implement system enhancements.* Data analytics and reporting for project timelines and planning including KPI’s.* Software implementation and coordination with stakeholder groups.* Training, handover and support to end-users.

Auckland, New Zealand

Duties Included: Personal Secretary to Directors and general office administration; Sales support for team of four Sales Area Managers (Nationwide); Event planning and facilitation including trade shows and conferences; Coordination of all national sales accounts including The Warehouse, Paper Plus, Pita Pit, Briscoes and Rebel Sports; Company Culture Advocate; Customer Service member; Website / Marketing Assistant; Domestic travel arrangements.

New Zealand

Attainment of T$1 million dollar trade volume within 6 months and T$2.5 million dollar trade volume within 9 months of employment. Average fees collected of 93% for 9 months and achieved 7 out of 10 months target of 92% or greater. Achievement of 9th place in International Trade Broker standings December 2012, April 2013 and June 2013.

New Zealand

Attained business administration contracts both on client premises and/or remotely from home office providing skilled administration support and management as required.SERVICES INCLUDED: Tender documentation, Documentation management, Procedural manuals, Company-wide templates, Confidential transcription, Letter writing, Document finishing, Spreadsheets, Customer / Supplier relations, MYOB account entry, Xero account entry, Taxation, Debtors, Payroll, Website content management, Social media and Newsletters.

New Zealand

Providing administration and accounting support to organisations and businesses within the wider Auckland area. Offering task management and project facilitation for any items of business which can be delegated.

Responsible for several Customer Service staff in a telesales / Call Centre environment. Key project stakeholder in the development, launch and training of the Windowizard web-tool and Project Manager in initiating and installing a complete telecommunication ITZ network for all regional offices in New Zealand. Core competencies - Production/ Sales, Administration, Staff training and development.

Key objectives - Recruitment, Operations Management and Advertising and Marketing.

Bachelor Of Business - Accounting Major

Nzim Certificate In Supervisory Management

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