Experience

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  Adara Group

  • Australia
  • Non-profit Organizations
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Senior Accountant

    • Jan 2022 - Present

    • Implemented, monitored and evaluated key financial controls, ensuring all financial transactions are accounted for appropriately along with a proper authorisation• Ensured donor funds are properly utilised in line with internal Adara Development policies • Reviewed and analysed reports from partner organisations. Working closely to assist them in building their financial capacity and highlight areas for closer monitoring by management• Assisted in monitoring and ensuring compliance with internal and external financial and regulatory requirements which includes the preparation of annual Financial Statements • Prepared other statutory returns, as required by jurisdiction, such as BAS, FBT, IRS Form 990, Charity Commission Returns, and Uganda Revenue Authority returns • Prepared donor and grant reports• Reviewed journal entries, month end processes and financials prepared by the Assistant Accountant for the Adara Business entities • Assisted the Group Financial Controller with the transition of accounting systems from Microsoft Dynamics GP to Business Central • Trained finance team members globally on effective and efficient use of Business Central and Jet reports• Prepared consolidated financials for Adara Development and commentary for accounts and financial/management reports on a monthly basis• Liaised with external auditors during the audit process • Collaborated and shared knowledge with team members on projects and daily tasks • Provided support during the annual budgeting process for development projects

  • Accountant

    • Jan 2020 - Dec 2021

    • Prepared and presented management accounts for the Adara Group including budget vs actual and balance sheet analysis on a monthly basis • Prepared annual budgets for the Adara Businesses as well as provided support for budgeting of Development projects.• Prepared statutory returns, as required by jurisdiction, such as BAS, IAS, and annual charity returns.• Ensure all payments are properly authorised, expenditures are coded to the right costs centers, and expenses are in line with policies• Maintained integrity of general ledger by ensuring that all journals posted are complete, accurate, and substantiated• Prepared month-end journal entries • Collaborate with team members on projects and daily tasks, and maintain open communication across all departments

  • Assistant Accountant

    • Jun 2019 - Dec 2019

    • Processed donations, raised donor invoices, and ensured cash balances and donation reports were up to date with a high level of accuracy and adherence to internal and external policies• Prepared journal entries, and reconciled balance sheet accounts• Analysed and provided commentary for accounts and financial/management reports on a monthly basis• Provided support for the accounts payable function and when required processed supplier invoices on a weekly basis with a high level of accuracy. •Analysed and reviewed general ledger accounts to calculate and make appropriate accruals•Assisted with monthly forecasting and annual budget preparation•Prepared Balance Sheet Reconciliations with required supporting documentation and follow up with outstanding items•Responded to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders

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  NSW Crown Solicitor's Office

  • 60 - 70 Elizabeth Street, Sydney

  • Financial Services Officer (Accounts Officer - Payables)

    • Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
    • 60 - 70 Elizabeth Street, Sydney

    • Process 50 to 60 creditor’s invoices per day; ensuring accuracy of account code and cost centre with proper authorization and in line with government policies and procedures.• Effectively handle any payment queries from our internal as well as external stakeholders• Preparation of monthly amortization of prepaid expenses and posting journal in Open Practice Software as well as assist team members in posting monthly accrual journal• Coordinate travel arrangements including flights, accommodation and car hire in line with government and departmental policies• Monthly Reconciliation of accounts with various service providers; ensure that all the disbursements are accurately accounted for; and raise dispute with respective parties in cases of accounting errors as well as any fraudulent activity

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  Svorosumo Pty Ltd (Sumo Salad)

  • Townhall, Sydney

  • Customer Service Team Member

    • Nov 2017 - May 2018
    • Townhall, Sydney

    Major responsibilities: • Ensure the store is able to start its service on timely manner• Take customer order; ensure the quality as well as quantity of the product sold is as per Sumo Salad standards • Monitoring and supporting the day to day functioning of the customer service including sales and presentation• Building effective relationships with team members to ensure the efficient operation• Ensuring workflow of the team ensuring customer enquiries are responded in a timely and appropriate manner

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  Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children

  • 361-365 North Rocks Road, North Rocks, NSW 2151, Australia

  • Finance Assistant (Intern)

    • Nov 2017 - Jan 2018
    • 361-365 North Rocks Road, North Rocks, NSW 2151, Australia

    • Reviewed bank statement on a daily basis to identify direct deposits made by debtors and confirmed the amount against the invoice raised• Processed 20 direct deposits per day using SunSystem Accounting Software• Communicated with the fundraising team; reconciled donations collected against bank statement and record maintained by the fundraising team and prepared daily reconciliation statement using Excel• Collected cash amount submitted by school administrative team; prepared 10 receipts per day; accurately recorded them in the system; and deposited the amount in the bank on a daily basis• Prepared 5 invoices per day as per the information provided by the supervisor• Refined skills in communication, team work, attention to detail, ability to cope with changes and increased proficiency in using Excel

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  OMNI Business Corporate International

  • Kupondol

  • Accounts Officer

    • Mar 2014 - Feb 2015
    • Kupondol

    • Prepared bank reconciliation statement on a monthly basis• Maintenance of Fixed Asset Register• Led a team of 7 for yearly physical inventory count• Reviewed the monthly payroll of 20 staffs to ensure accuracy • Performed posting verification for prior and current year• Performed tracing and vouching techniques for identification of any account inaccuracies• Reported periodically on any findings obtained to the senior management and suggested any correcting actions needed for dealing with the inaccuracies• Receiving, handling and resolving customer complaints with the help of the supervisor and manager• Communicating and coordinating with other staff members and departments in relation to ensuring good customer care

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  NDEP Development Bank Limited

  • Intern

    • Jul 2012 - Aug 2012

    Major responsibilities: • Developed attention to detail through proof-reading over 20 loan applications, remittance advices, deposit records and transactions per day• Utilised my communication skills in dealing with customers when opening a new bank account and resolved any issues related to transfer of funds and debit card transactions• Accurately filled in payment forms, and processed documents