Experience

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  AUB Group Limited

  • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

  • Senior Financial Services Manager

    • Dec 2018 - Present
    • Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

    In my current role as Senior Financial Services Manager at AUB Group, an ASX200 listed group, I lead the Shared Service Finance team, managing both onshore and offshore personnel to ensure excellence across financial management, tax compliance, statutory reporting, statutory audits, Budget and forecast, accounts payable, payroll, and AFSL requirements for over 40 legal entities. My leadership has been pivotal in implementing strategic financial processes, including successfully migrating subsidiaries to shared service platforms and introducing cost-saving measures like SAP Concur. These initiatives streamlined operations and significantly reduced costs, demonstrating my ability to drive financial efficiency and compliance while fostering strong stakeholder relationships.

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  Consolidated Operations Group Limited

  • Chatswood, Sydney, NSW, Australia

  • Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

    • Apr 2016 - Aug 2018
    • Chatswood, Sydney, NSW, Australia

    As the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager at Consolidated Operations Group Limited, a leading finance broker aggregator and equipment leasing business for SMEs, I delivered accurate financial reporting and strategic insights that facilitated informed decision-making at the executive level. I developed and implemented consolidated reporting for subsidiary companies, managed the FP&A function, and led the annual budgeting and cash flow forecasting processes. My efforts were crucial in the company's transition to a publicly listed entity, streamlining financial operations and enhancing strategic financial planning.

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  Leading Edge Group

  • Australia
  • Retail
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Finance Manager

    • Feb 2015 - Apr 2016

    As the Finance Manager, I managed the treasury function for a $20m invoice discounting facility and prepared and analyzed monthly board reports. I oversaw the AP, AR, and Payroll functions. My leadership ensured the efficiency and compliance of financial operations, contributing to the strategic oversight and decision-making that led to the implementation of a consolidated reporting template. This role highlighted my capacity to optimize financial operations, manage complex financial functions, and drive improvements in financial reporting and stakeholder communication.

  • Treasury & Management Accountant

    • Mar 2013 - Jan 2015

    I was critical in stabilizing the company’s financial health through meticulous covenant reporting and strategic banking negotiations. My initiative to reconcile six months of unreconciled reporting directly led to the successful negotiation of lower interest rates from 8.25% to 5.2%, marking a pivotal improvement in the company’s financial standing. Additionally, I achieved substantial cost savings by reducing monthly bank fixed charges from $10k to $3.5k, saving the company $80k annually. This role underscored my negotiation skills, financial acumen, and ability to optimize banking terms for the organization's benefit.

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  TL Rentals

  • Sydney Area, Australia

  • Financial Accountant

    • Jul 2012 - Feb 2013
    • Sydney Area, Australia

    I introduced significant operational efficiencies and cost-saving measures. My strategic decision to outsource AR and AP functions overseas led to annual labour cost savings of over $120,000, showcasing my skills in cost management and operational efficiency. Furthermore, I was responsible for developing and implementing a critical financial reporting system that enhanced data accuracy and improved strategic decision-making processes. In this role, I demonstrated my capability to leverage financial expertise for operational improvements and strategic financial planning.

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  Unilever

  • Management Accountant – Supply Chain Finance

    • Apr 2011 - Jul 2012

  • Management Accountant – Brand Partnering

    • Jan 2010 - Mar 2011

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  Novartis Australia Pty Limited

  • Sydney, Australia

  • Junior Business Analyst

    • Nov 2008 - Jul 2009
    • Sydney, Australia