Hi, I’m
ABEERA AHMAD
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Knowledgeable senior accounting professional offering over 10 years of experience in financial operations. Strategic business leader, communicator and people manager.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Salam Education
Senior Accountant
03.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Streamlined the financial reporting process by implementing new accounting software and automating tasks.
- Spearheaded a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and guidance to improve efficiency and accuracy in their work.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing processes, identifying gaps, and proposing improvements to safeguard against fraud or mismanagement of funds.
Safran Aerospace
Senior Accountant
04.2019 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.`
Mazaya Holding
Project Accountant
04.2016 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Ensured timely billing to clients by maintaining accurate records and generating invoices promptly.
- Improved cash flow management with regular tracking and forecasting of project revenues and expenses.
- Monitored project costs, developed job cost forecasts, managed cash flow and approved invoices for payment.
- Assessed, cleaned and closed out accounts with depleted funds upon project completion.
PLACE Strata Management LLC
Portfolio Accountant
02.2015 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processed to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
AASC Chartered Accountants
Senior Auditor
03.2013 - 12.2014
Job overview
- Assist in planning of audit engagements by meeting with clients to understand their expectations and designing audit strategies after assessing the audit risk associated with the client
- Mentored junior auditors, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team performance.
Mirza and Company Chartered Certified Accountants
Audit Assistant
04.2009 - 03.2012
Job overview
- Ensures compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation
- Completes audit work papers by documenting audit tests and findings.
Education
The Association of Chartered Certified AccountantsUnited Kingdom
ACCA from Accounting And Finance
2011
The Association of Chartered Certified AccountantsUnited Kingdom
Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) from Accounting Technician
2008
Skills
- Expertise in MS office, MS AX, GP, Oracle, Strata, Yardi
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable, Receivable and GL Management
- Month-End and Year-End Closing
- Financial Reporting
- Audit Preparation
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/12/89
- Gender: Female
Accomplishments
Received an high achiever award in CAT for scoring over 97% in Financial Reporting.
Worked as a Teacher's Assistant and coached junior course mates during ACCA studies,
Featured in ACCA magazine in January 2021 on www.accaglobal.com
https://abmagazine.accaglobal.com/global/articles/2021/jan/business/the-view-from-abeera-ahmed-acca.html
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Salam Education
03.2021 - 05.2023
Senior Accountant
Safran Aerospace
04.2019 - 03.2021
Project Accountant
Mazaya Holding
04.2016 - 01.2019
Portfolio Accountant
PLACE Strata Management LLC
02.2015 - 04.2016
Senior Auditor
AASC Chartered Accountants
03.2013 - 12.2014
Audit Assistant
Mirza and Company Chartered Certified Accountants
04.2009 - 03.2012
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
ACCA from Accounting And Finance
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) from Accounting Technician
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