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Anesh Kumar

Kogarah,NSW

Summary

Dynamic finance professional with proven expertise in SAP and exceptional leadership abilities, honed at PricewaterhouseCoopers and DHL Express. Excelled in optimizing resource allocation and enhancing team performance, achieving high client satisfaction through meticulous financial analysis and strategic project management. Skilled in negotiation and delivering results under pressure, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and soft skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers
09.2022 - Current
  • Review of IFRS Financial Statements
  • Review, interpretation and analysis of Internal Audit Reports and Areas of Judgement Papers
  • Lead Senior on areas of Audit such as PPE, Leases. Payroll, Profit Share, Director Profit Share, Impairment, notes testing, Cash, AR & AP etc
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing effective project management strategies and providing consistent guidance.
  • Optimized resource allocation by closely monitoring budgets and adjusting as needed to ensure financial goals were met.
  • Coaching and supervision of of team comprising of 6- 10 members, fostering professional growth and helping them reach their full potential.
  • Consistently maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely updates on project progress.
  • Boosted overall team morale by creating positive work environment and encouraging open communication channels among colleagues.
  • Increased client satisfaction through thorough analysis of project requirements and delivering high-quality results.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful completion of complex projects within deadlines.

Financial Accountant

DHL Express (Fiji) PTE Limited
03.2018 - 07.2022
  • Balance Sheet reconciliations for more than 150 General Ledger accounts
  • Prepare company's annual Financial Statements with average turnover of FJD 14 million per year
  • Assist External Auditors to get audit completed within 3 months of year end and lodgment of same with Registrar of Companies
  • Achieve all regulatory reporting requirements as per Fiji Companies Act 2015
  • In charge of VAT and Income Tax Lodgments
  • Manage DHL's procurement related activities and confirm compliance with Group's policies and procedures whilst guiding 2 direct reports
  • Closure of Finance month end within 3 business days
  • Oversee Accounts Payable function with average payable balance of FJD 400,000 per month with handling of more than 300 suppliers
  • Prepare business cases for procuring land and building premises for leasing - approval of project worth FJD10 million was successfully attained from Global Head Office based in Germany
  • Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income and assessing expenses for past 5 years.
  • People management and coaching of teams comprising of 2 - 9 members

Senior Auditor

PricewaterhouseCoopers
12.2015 - 03.2018
  • Review of IFRS & IFRS for SME Financial Statements
  • Liaising with managerial staff and presenting findings and recommendations
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings for 14 plus audit clients worked on.
  • Review of client's accounting procedures and compliance with policies, legislations and regulations
  • In charge of leading teams to meet deliverables and reporting deadlines
  • Perform audit procedures for cash and cash equivalent balance, accounts receivable, other current assets, inventory, trade and other payables, accruals, property, plant and equipment, provisions and revenue and expenses
  • Test operating effectiveness of internal controls, preparing reports on Audit findings including details of material misstatements, severe control deficiencies and recommendations on improvement of internal controls
  • Coaching and supervision of teams comprising of 2 - 4 members
  • Gauging levels of financial and operational risks within organizations
  • Review of Audit reports comprising of Audited Financial statements for Bank of South Pacific

Audit Clientele

  • Financial Sector - Westpac Banking Corporation (Fiji), BSP Finance (Fiji)Limited and Tonga Development Bank with a combined turnover of approximately FJD 70 million
  • Education Sector - University of the South Pacific - Internal Audit, Pacific Theological College
  • Telecommunications sector - Digicel Group (Digicel Fiji Limited, I-Pac Communications Limited, Digicel Central Resources & Digicel Nauru Corporation)
  • Enterprise Sector - Island Endeavour (Fiji) Limited, Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation
  • Non-Governmental sector - Diocese of Polynesia (NGO), Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, Pacific Islands Association for Non-Government Organizations

Education

Completing CPA Program With CPA Australia -

CPA Australia
Sydney, NSW
12.2026

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

The University of The South Pacific
Fiji
12.2015

Skills

  • SAP
  • TM1
  • LEAP - (Lease application used in DHL)
  • Efficient user of Microsoft applications
  • Proven ability to lead team (acting Financial Controller)
  • Good Judgement and thoroughness
  • Negotiation skills in dealing with Audit clients for Information requests
  • Proven ability dealing with role, work environment and software transition
  • Delivering excellent results even when under pressure

Interests

  • Soccer
  • Chess
  • Golf
  • Tennis

Timeline

Senior Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers
09.2022 - Current

Financial Accountant

DHL Express (Fiji) PTE Limited
03.2018 - 07.2022

Senior Auditor

PricewaterhouseCoopers
12.2015 - 03.2018

Completing CPA Program With CPA Australia -

CPA Australia

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

The University of The South Pacific
Anesh Kumar