Experience

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  RPM Automotive Group Limited

  • Dandenong, Victoria, Australia

  • Group Financial Accountant

    • Aug 2022 - Present
    • Dandenong, Victoria, Australia

    As the Group Financial Accountant at RPM Automotive Group, I manage financial health and reporting. I oversee financial processes, including balance sheet reconciliations and accruals for 12 ledgers using Marlin GTX, XERO, and ClicData (BI tool).I maintain the group-level consolidated Master Trial Balance and map all ledger accounts. I collaborate with external auditors for mid-year and annual audits and work with senior management to finalise the annual Group Budget, establish KPIs, and generate monthly variance analysis reports.My role includes supervising Accounts Payable activities, processing international purchasing invoices, and handling intercompany transactions. I reconcile 12 bank accounts (AUD & USD), group credit cards, and virtual MasterCards daily, while managing Group Trade Finance Facilities and Market Rate Loans, and preparing Business Activity Statements (BAS).I develop and execute weekly cash flow planning for RPM Holding and the Group, provide regular updates on cash flow status, and manage the Fixed Asset Register, hire purchase, property leasing schedules as per AASB 16, and insurance pre-payment schedules. I assess and implement accounting policies to ensure financial control and operational efficiencies.In addition, I also account for intercompany transactions, liaise with divisional accountants, and prepare intercompany reconciliations.Key achievements include leading the migration of six ERP systems into a unified ledger, enhancing data accuracy, and streamlining financial reporting. I designed accounting schedules to improve auditing accuracy and efficiency and created training manuals to boost team productivity and knowledge. Additionally, I transitioned Excel-based schedules to the ClicData BI tool, improving access to real-time data.

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  ENVIROTEC Integrated Solutions

  • Westmeadows, Victoria, Australia

  • Accountant

    • Jan 2020 - Jul 2022
    • Westmeadows, Victoria, Australia

    As the Accountant at Envirotec Integrated Solutions, I prepared monthly financial statements for three divisions using MYOB, generated strategic management accounts, and created ad-hoc reports for the Finance Manager and CEO.I was responsible for preparing the budget, setting KPIs, and producing monthly variance analysis reports. I managed Accounts Payable and Receivable functions, including raising purchase orders, coding, and entering invoices. I prepared the BAS statement and handled ATO-related queries, including Job Keeper, Payroll Tax, and Superannuation.I maintained a daily waste disposal reconciliation module in Excel and prepared daily bank reconciliations. I reconciled fuel consumption for each truck with fuel card statements weekly and negotiated with waste disposal sites for better rates and credit facilities.I managed the company’s Direct Debit facility, processed payroll, and handled reimbursements. I liaised with "Wastedge" software providers and operated the "VerizonConnect" GPS fleet tracking system to track truck kilometers and reconcile with fuel consumption.I optimized daily waste collection runs using "RoadWorrior" and Circuit route planners. I tracked insurances, subscriptions, certifications, and loan repayments, preparing related reconciliations monthly. I maintained the inventory management system for the Facility Services division.Key achievements include introducing a Participative Budgeting system, boosting employee motivation and achieving budget targets. I implemented a Direct Debit system for regular payments, increasing on-time payment rates and reducing debt collection hours. I established a fuel card system for waste collection trucks, enhancing fuel consumption tracking and profitability calculations. I developed an Excel template to reconcile daily waste disposal quantities, preventing overpayments to suppliers and aiding accounts receivable in matching waste disposal quantities with customer invoices.

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  Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd

  • Melbourne, Australia

  • Operations Support Coordinator

    • Nov 2017 - Nov 2019
    • Melbourne, Australia

    As the Operations Support Coordinator at Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd, I prepared the Sunshine branch’s month-end profit and loss statements and variance analysis reports. I maintained and enhanced daily processes and financial reporting templates.I was responsible for preparing monthly revenue and cost forecasts, Work in Progress (WIP) balances at month-end, daily run sheets for the depot, and ad-hoc reports for management. I reconciled run sheets with client worksheets to ensure work completion as planned and reconciled client worksheets with waste disposal dockets and EPA certificates.I managed the waste disposal register and recorded disposal costs in NAV. I allocated resources among customer orders, reconciled operator timesheets with client worksheets daily, and investigated any variations. I calculated pricing for all jobs and provided supporting documents to the accounts receivable team for invoicing.I raised purchase orders and sales order numbers for the Sunshine Depot, handled inter-branch transactions, and maintained inter-branch records. I managed the Training Register and arranged industrial training for new and existing operators. I also answered internal and external queries as the first point of contact, redirecting queries to relevant teams.Key achievements include creating a sophisticated Excel template to track daily resource allocation, reducing errors, improving resource utilization, and significantly increasing both customer satisfaction and employee fulfillment. I also developed Excel formula-based templates to enhance financial reporting efficiency and streamline daily processes.

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  Dole Food Company

  • Park Street, Colombo-02, Sri lanka

  • Accounts Executive

    • Sep 2012 - Jan 2016
    • Park Street, Colombo-02, Sri lanka

    As an Accounts Executive (Finance) at Dole Lanka Private Limited, I monitored all accounts payable activities and supervised a team of five accounts payable staff. I verified expense claims, including payroll expenses of permanent employees, and monitored accounts receivable balances in coordination with the marketing division and debt collection team.I regularly reconciled intercompany transactions and main bank accounts. I prepared monthly financial statements and various management reports, including variance analysis reports. I planned, coordinated, processed, and controlled the company's annual budget. I collaborated with the management accounts team to ensure correct general ledger coding on invoices and expenses.I took overall responsibility for tax reporting and tax-related matters, coordinating with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) and liaising with external tax consultants (Ernst & Young).Key achievements include introducing the Temporary Import for Export Purpose (TIEP) system, saving $USD100k per month. I initiated, coordinated, and implemented a new process with a colleague, resulting in significant tax savings. I managed the accurate and timely processing of over 4000 invoices ($1m) per month for the multi-site organization. I reduced the payment processing time from 30 days to 12 days by introducing an online payment system. Additionally, I conducted feasibility studies of the company’s capital investments using NPV, IRR, and ROCE analysis.

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  Union Assurance Company Limited

  • Colombo, Sri Lanka

  • Finance Trainee

    • Mar 2010 - Apr 2012
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka

    As a Finance Trainee at Union Assurance PLC, I gained comprehensive experience in financial operations and reporting. I assisted in preparing financial statements and various management reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.I was responsible for processing invoices, handling accounts payable and receivable, and conducting bank reconciliations. I supported the budgeting and forecasting processes, helping to develop detailed financial plans and monitor performance against these plans.I regularly interacted with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and explanations to facilitate audits. I assisted in tax preparation and reporting, ensuring compliance with all relevant tax regulations.Key achievements include improving the efficiency of invoice processing, reducing errors, and ensuring timely payments. I also contributed to the successful implementation of a new accounting system, streamlining financial operations and enhancing reporting capabilities. Additionally, I provided valuable support in the preparation of the annual budget, helping to ensure accurate financial planning and performance tracking.