Experience

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  Rob Kearnes and Associates

  • Managing Director

    • Nov 1989 - Present

    Business Start Ups - helping to get you on the road.Business Coaching - empower through knowledge and experienceBusiness Management - enhance management of businessSystems Design, Implementation and Training Management Accounting - budgets, forecasts, forward planning Financial Accounting - year end accounts ready for tax reviewCost Accounting - product, job, import, process, standard Marketing Accounting- to analyse sales and margins and promotional effectivenessOptimising Performance Through Quality Information SystemsOur aim is to "TAKE IT AWAY" so you can focus on what you are good at

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  Zenith Hardware

  • Marrickville relocating to Homebush

  • Group Management Accountant

    • Sep 1985 - Oct 1989
    • Marrickville relocating to Homebush

    As Group Management Accountant, initially it was seen that I quickly took charge of the position Group Management Accountant and found new ways to draw management's attention to the important numbers and variances using the Company's significant modelling system.Reporting to the Group Financial Controller the principal responsibilities were the preparation and co-ordination of all budgeting and forecasting activities, the day to day operation of the treasury function, both cash management and foreign exchange. In addition supervision of the Company's in-house Superannuation Funds was also part of the responsibilities.Rob has shown great aptitude in providing management with EDP based reports in a timely and professional manner, and often under extremely tight deadlines.

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  Paul's (Merchants) Pty Ltd

  • Bankstown NSW

  • Group Financial Controller

    • Mar 1985 - Aug 1985
    • Bankstown NSW

    Rob joined our company six weeks prior to the Company going into voluntary receivership.On his appointment he was faced with a task of restructuring Group's accounting system which had virtually collapsed, and of determining with utmost urgency the Company's true financial position at a time when large trading and exchange losses were being incurred.Since his first day Robert has been working under colossal pressure which has increased with the appointment of Receiver and Manager - he has managed to complete his goals to the utmost satisfaction of Receivers and our management. In the process gaining respect and friendship of all staff.Our Company is gradually being sold off and Robert is leaving us to accept another challenge.I personally regret not being able to continue our association - Adam Szumer Managing Director.

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  P.D.S. Rural Products Ltd

  • Eastwood NSW

  • Chief Accountant

    • Sep 1984 - Dec 1984
    • Eastwood NSW

    Mr Kearnes has been contracted to the company in the capacity of Chief Accountant and reports directly to myself.In the short time that he has been associated with this company, he has demonstrated his understanding of accounting principles and its aplication to our business needs in such areas as monthly forecasts, monthly accounting packages, fixed assets and various E.D.P applications. Additionally he has been supervising and directing staff reporting to him.- W Kruger Financial Controller

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  Salmond and Spraggon Pty Ltd

  • North Rocks NSW

  • Financial Controller

    • Jul 1973 - Jul 1984
    • North Rocks NSW

    Commenced as Accountant and in August 1974 was promoted to Company Secretary / Accountant and in October 1977 was promoted to Financial Controller / Company Secretary. It was recognised that my department had an excellent record in providing the financial and administrative management and control which has played a major role in the profitable development of the company. Responsibility was reflected not only in the requirements of the local company but also for the sophisicated reporting requirements with tight deadlines of the US parent company Alberto Culver headquartered in Chicago; in addition were the varied reporting requirements and controls for local and overseas Principals of Salmond and SpraggonThe smooth running of the Finance / Administration area for example reflected in the consistently good audit reports prepared by Peat, Marwick & Mitchell and a staff of 14 was maintained as a stable and capable teamRob demonstrated a high degree of loyalty to the company and myself, applied himself diligently, was prepared to "put in the hours to get the job done" and mainatined a high standard of ethics in his personal habits and people relationships. - S M Oliver Managing Director Feb 1984As Chairman and Managing Director I am pleased to highly commend Rob for his ability, loyalty and application during his 11 years of service.Rob, as Financial Controller, has been responsible for all the financial functions of the company, and has full reporting responsibilty for Australia and South East Asia to our Board and our parent company in Chicago.He is capable of sound analytical judgements, has a pleasant managerial style which obtains the support of his subordinates and managers, and is highly recommended - G W Collison Chairman and Managing Director July 1984

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  Gilbarco Aust Limited

  • Alexandria then North Ryde NSW

  • Supervisor of A General Accounting Section

    • Sep 1965 - May 1973
    • Alexandria then North Ryde NSW

    Rob has been employed by this Company since September 27, 1965 rising to the position of Supervisor of a General Accounting Section. Rob's intial duties included care of the company's Insurance and Capital Budget records and assistance in some secretarial / legal work. Later he was personally responsible for the transfer of our sales and debtors records to E.D P. More recently he had been substantially responsible for the maintenance of General Ledgers and control accounts, through to the issue of Monthly Management Reports for Australia and some aspects of our New Zealand and Philippines activities.Throughout most of his service with us I had direct personal contact with Mr Kearnes and have formed a high opinion of both his business capabilities and personal integrity. I have no hesitation in recommending him to you. - Peter Sexton Controller

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  Amalgamated Wireless (Australasia) Limited

  • York Street Sydney

  • Accounts Clerk

    • Feb 1965 - Sep 1965
    • York Street Sydney

    Rob has been employed in the Marine / Aviation Division of the Company for about six months.During this time Rob has been engaged on Debtor's Ledger control duties and a variety of accounting tasks.Rob has always displayed keen interest in his work, has demonstrated his ability to accept responsibility and is studying accountancy at this time.In attendance and similar matters Rob has conducted himself in amost satisfactory manner.He leaves of his own accord and takes with him our best wishes for the future- K McGree Marine / Aviation Accountant

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  John Stewart & Co, Chartered Accountants

  • King Street Sydney

  • Senior Audit Clerk

    • Jun 1960 - Jan 1965
    • King Street Sydney

    Rob was employed by our firm as a Junior Audit Clerk and at the date of leaving this firm had attained the position of Senior Clerk engaged in handling clients accountancy and taxation work to final stage under supervision.We found him to be at all times honest, punctual in attendance and conscientious in carrying out his duties, which were performed to our satisfactionHe leaves with our best wishes for his future career. - John Stewart & Co

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  Hasemer Crane & Engineering Ltd

  • Gardeners Road Alexandra NSW

  • Junior Accounts Clerk

    • Jan 1959 - Jun 1960
    • Gardeners Road Alexandra NSW

    Rob was employed as a Junior Accounts Clerk and during his employment with us has performed the duties assigned to him quite satisfactorily, and now leaves us of his own accord.- R G Jackson Company Secretary