Abhi Jha, CPA
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Experienced Financial Management professional with a strong track record in optimising accounting processes, overseeing financial systems, and ensuring compliance reporting. Extensive knowledge of Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR), contract administration, budgeting, and all key aspects of financial operations. Skilled in building and leading high-performing teams, with a proven ability to establish and maintain accurate, compliant, and efficient financial operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Manager
Upskilled Pty Ltd
St. Leonards, NSW
03.2011 - Current
- Drafted various financial materials like budgets, forecasts, and reports
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Evaluated existing processes within the finance department and identified areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.
- Managed payroll processing activities for multiple entities, including tax filings.
- Managed financial transactions for timely payments
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding budgeting matters.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing structures.
- Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
- Streamlined transaction management for general funds and contracts, addressing cashflow challenges.
- Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.
- Conducted financial analysis comparing actual results against budget
- Made estimates of funds required for short and long-term financial objectives of the organization.
- Analyzed sales activity to identify and correct cost errors or price discrepancies.
- Enhanced financial systems and processes through the implementation of technology solutions.
- Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate annual audits and improve financial processes.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual and budgeted performance.
- Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial health.
- Executed cost-saving techniques to streamline expenditures
- Managed and forecasted cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations.
- Supervised and mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Developed financial models to support valuation, planning, and forecasting activities.
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements to inform executive decision-making.
- Negotiated terms with banks and other financial institutions to secure financing and optimize terms.
- Ensured accurate and timely compliance with tax filing requirements and other regulatory obligations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations.
- Ensured timely recording of accounting transactions consistently
- Verified payroll and supplier payments for accuracy.
- Generated consistent financial summaries for organizational leaders
- Liaised effectively with key financial stakeholders including tax authorities, bankers, and auditors
- Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups.
- Analyzed operations for potential expense decreases
- Conducted continuous performance evaluations via verbal and written feedback
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
Education
MBA - Accounting
University of Technology
Sydney02-2009
Skills
- Financial Management
- Budget Forecasting
- Performance Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Continuous Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Regulatory Compliance
- Internal Controls
- Mentoring and training
- Cash Flow Management
- Debt management
- Skilled in Salesforce & Xero
- Verbal and written communication
- Human Resources
- Staff Training
- Variance Analysis
- Performance Reviews
- Coaching and training
- Tax Compliance
- Departmental oversight
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Nepali
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CPA
- Xero Advisor Certification
- Xero Payroll Certification
Timeline
Finance Manager
Upskilled Pty Ltd
03.2011 - Current
MBA - Accounting
University of Technology
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