Merin Wilson
Brisbane,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Graduate Tax Accountant with proven expertise at Etax Accountants in tax preparation and client communication. Successfully maximized client outcomes through strategic problem resolution and advanced Excel data analysis. Recognized for enhancing team efficiency and delivering accurate financial reports, demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to compliance in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Tax Accountant
Etax Accountants
Brisbane, Australia
01.2025 - Current
- Accurately prepared individual tax returns, ensuring full ATO compliance while identifying deductions and offsets to maximize client outcomes.
- Communicated with 20+ clients daily, providing tailored tax advice, resolving queries, and building strong relationships under strict deadlines.
- Strengthened analytical and problem-solving skills by resolving complex tax issues, supporting clients through ATO reviews, and managing compliance requirements.
- Quickly adapted to new software platforms, building proficiency in internal tax tools and collaborating across teams to handle high-volume tax submissions, leveraging advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, and process improvements.
- Developed strong, practical knowledge of Australian tax legislation, applying technical insights to real-world client scenarios and continuously expanding tax expertise.
Store Assistant
ALDI
Brisbane City, Australia
06.2023 - Current
- Processed 100+ daily transactions with 100% till reconciliation accuracy in a high-volume retail environment, ensuring precise cash flow tracking by improving the overall till experience.
- Utilized POS systems to manage data entry and resolve discrepancies (e.g., corrected pricing, refunds and price reduction) reflecting attention to detail critical for financial reporting.
- Excelled in a team of 4 per shift to seamlessly operate a high-traffic store, juggling multiple tasks under tight deadlines, honing the ability to thrive under pressure and collaborate effectively, skills vital for meeting month-end sales targets and supporting team-driven financial processes.
- Led training for 3 new hires on cash handling and POS procedures, improving team efficiency by 15% through clear, concise instruction, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills essential for guiding teams and advising clients in accounting roles.
Part-Time Accountant
Naturals Salon and Spa
Kochi, India
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained daily financial records using Excel, ensuring 100% accuracy in tracking revenue and expenses across 100+ monthly transactions.
- Reconciled bank statements and credit card transactions weekly, resolving discrepancies (e.g., identified and corrected a $300 overcharge) and reducing errors by 10%.
- Generated monthly financial reports, including profit-and-loss statements and cash flow summaries, delivered on time to owners.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, processing 50+ invoices and payments monthly with zero late penalties, cutting payment delays by 2 days.
- Processed monthly salaries for 15+ staff, accurately calculating wages, tax deductions, and overtime for on-time payments, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
Accounting Intern
KGP Bone Products
Palakkad, India
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed foundational skills in financial reporting and bookkeeping, supporting accurate monthly statements for a manufacturing firm.
- Tracked inventory and reduced discrepancies by 15%, mastering the basics of cost data analysis.
- Automated data entry using Excel, increasing productivity by 20% (saved 5 hours/month) through efficient record-keeping.
- Presented quarterly financial reports to stakeholders every three months, gaining experience in communicating financial insights to management and enhancing decision-making.
Education
Master of Business - Professional Accounting
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, Queensland07.2025
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
Stella Maris College
Chennai, India07.2022
Skills
- Tax preparation
- Financial reporting
- Microsoft Excel
- Client communication
- Data analysis
- Problem resolution
- Internal controls
- Auditing techniques
- Cost accounting
- Management accounting
- Payroll processing
- Cash flow management
- Financial statement analysis
- Accounting software proficiency
- Project accounting
- Accounts reconciliation
- Project Support
- Month-end closing
- Procedure improvement
- Quickbooks
- Budget forecasting
- Proficient in XERO, Myob, HandiTax
- GL reconciliation
Skills
MYOB, Xero, QuickBooks, HandiTax, Reckon, Tally, Financial Reporting, Bank Reconciliation, BAS Preparation, Tax Returns, Bookkeeping, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Cash Handling, Payroll Support, Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), Microsoft Office Suite, POS Systems, Accuracy & Attention to Detail, Time Management, Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Communication, Team Collaboration, Adaptability
Languages
English
Full Professional
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Limited
Hindi
Limited
Affiliations
- Active member of the QUT Accountancy Students Association (QUTASA)
- Cultural Secretary of Stella Maris University, 2020
- Volunteered in Drikshya NGO, India
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Graduate Tax Accountant
Etax Accountants
01.2025 - Current
Store Assistant
ALDI
06.2023 - Current
Part-Time Accountant
Naturals Salon and Spa
08.2022 - 01.2023
Accounting Intern
KGP Bone Products
06.2021 - 03.2022
Master of Business - Professional Accounting
Queensland University of Technology
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
Stella Maris College