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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

I was promoted to this role to develop the finance team further. I have successfully transformed the finance team into an efficient and proactive unit. I have also served as Interim CFO during a critical period and provided insightful analysis to support key business decisions. My achievements include leading as interim CFO for six months, conducting an ARR review, and assisting with acquisition and business combination accounting. I have also led financial planning and analysis, managed board,… Show more I was promoted to this role to develop the finance team further. I have successfully transformed the finance team into an efficient and proactive unit. I have also served as Interim CFO during a critical period and provided insightful analysis to support key business decisions. My achievements include leading as interim CFO for six months, conducting an ARR review, and assisting with acquisition and business combination accounting. I have also led financial planning and analysis, managed board, and investor reporting, ensured compliance with regulations, and collaborated with the senior executive team to develop and execute growth strategies. In addition, I foster positive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels and maintain a strong customer service orientation. Show less

Buildxact Group is a Startup SAAS business, and I was brought on to architect the structure and processes of the finance team. I implemented structured systems for improved efficiency, established proper month-end and business partnering processes, automated the AP approval process, and created an accounting setup for intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, and management fees. I also led the timely completion of the Group's monthly management accounts and reports. In addition, I provided… Show more Buildxact Group is a Startup SAAS business, and I was brought on to architect the structure and processes of the finance team. I implemented structured systems for improved efficiency, established proper month-end and business partnering processes, automated the AP approval process, and created an accounting setup for intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, and management fees. I also led the timely completion of the Group's monthly management accounts and reports. In addition, I provided commercial expertise to the business by preparing periodic, annual, and other financial reporting deliverables, managing budgeting and forecast modelling, and analyzing key KPIs. Additionally, I reviewed statutory lodgements, responded to audit queries during the annual financial audit, and led a small team of professionals. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

As Group Accountant and Treasurer at MYOB Group Limited, I managed the treasury function for Australia and New Zealand, overseeing a large debt and providing debt reporting and covenant calculations. I prepared management reports, collaborated on financial planning, and provided financial guidance. I reviewed reconciliations and supported statutory reports and audits. Additionally, I managed the global treasury function, prepared NZ R&D grant calculations, and managed FBT calculations. I… Show more As Group Accountant and Treasurer at MYOB Group Limited, I managed the treasury function for Australia and New Zealand, overseeing a large debt and providing debt reporting and covenant calculations. I prepared management reports, collaborated on financial planning, and provided financial guidance. I reviewed reconciliations and supported statutory reports and audits. Additionally, I managed the global treasury function, prepared NZ R&D grant calculations, and managed FBT calculations. I supported business acquisitions and the development of assistant accountants. Show less

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

As an Assistant Accountant, I provided management accounting expertise to the business and managed the month-end close process. I collaborated with commercial managers to prepare monthly management reports, supported forecasting and budgeting, and conducted meaningful variance analysis. Additionally, I prepared daily cash flow reports and reconciliations, review payments, and assisted with statutory reporting and audits. I also trained secondees and interns in the team.

Maintained a healthy relationship with vendors by making timely payments to local and international suppliers. Managed concur employee expense management system including training the staff and processed reallocation journals to various cost centers. Achievements:Created a new urgent payment process to ensure timely payments.

Glen Waverley, Victoria, Australia

Software support to Accounting practices using MYOB Accounts Enterprise and Accountants Office software for financial reporting and tax returns. Ensured best practice services to the partners and maintained high NPS.

Burwood, Victoria, Australia

A revenue focussed role with high sale targets revolving around Outbound/inbound calls. Moved to technical support for MYOB’s AccountRight range. My customer base included small businesses, bookkeeping and accounting practices.

I conduct full tax interviews to prepare correct and complete tax returns. Reviewing incomplete returns and correcting any errors in my spare time. Time management is a big part of this role mainly because of the back to back appointments.

Carlton, Victoria, Australia

Door to door foxtel sales contractor responsible for selling foxtel to new and existing customers. A very challenging commission only role based on number of sales made.

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