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Carmen Leung

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven accounting professional with a proven track record of success in accounts payable and a recent promotion to Junior Accountant. Skilled in managing end-to-end accounts payable processes, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures. Experienced in collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to improve accuracy and drive efficiency in financial operations. Recognized for consistently exceeding expectations and delivering exceptional results in my roles at HUGO BOSS.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Accountant

Hugo Boss
10.2024 - Current
  • Providing comprehensive support to finance teams by acting as a key liaison between retail stores and finance departments, with a focus on ensuring accuracy and efficiency in store reconciliations.
  • Manage and reconcile customer accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Collate and distribute monthly customer statements, maintaining clear and professional communication with clients.
  • Compile and assess new account application paperwork, ensuring all documentation is complete and meets company requirements.
  • Monitor customer balances to identify overdue accounts, taking appropriate action such as placing delivery blocks on delinquent customers or setting up and monitoring payment plans.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve account discrepancies and provide exceptional customer service.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and support the finance team with ad hoc tasks as needed.

Accounts Payable and Purchasing Administrator

Hugo Boss
04.2022 - 09.2024
  • Processed supplier invoices with accuracy using SAP, ensuring all due invoices were approved by responsible managers prior to payment runs to maintain compliance with audit procedures.
  • Monitored and managed timelines for new store opening purchases, ensuring stores launched on schedule without delays.
  • Coordinated and organized store stationery orders, collaborating with the warehouse manager to ensure timely dispatch from the warehouse.
  • Managed end-to-end payment runs, ensuring timely and accurate processing of supplier payments in compliance with company policies and audit requirements. Verified invoice approvals and reconciled discrepancies.
  • Generated internal invoices for export transactions, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations and company policies. Accurately documented product details, pricing, and shipping information to facilitate smooth customs clearance and timely delivery.
  • Created and managed purchase orders, to ensure accurate procurement of goods and services in alignment with company requirements and budgets. Collaborated with vendors and internal stakeholders to confirm order details, resolve discrepancies, and maintain strong supplier relationships. Monitored purchase order statuses to ensure timely delivery and updated records to support inventory.

Associate (Level 3), Tax Consultant

Ernst & Young
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Prepared and lodged various tax returns, including GST, FBT, and PAYG, for entities across diverse and specialized sectors, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between clients and taxing authorities during inquiries or disputes, achieving favorable outcomes.
  • Streamlined tax preparation process for increased efficiency and accuracy.
  • Liaised with Fiji Revenue and Customs Services on behalf of clients, assisting with the procurement of tax exemptions and waivers.
  • Ensured clients, including overseas investors in the Fijian market, remained fully compliant with their tax obligations.
  • Collaborated with next-level reviewers to ensure all work was thoroughly reviewed and met quality standards.
  • Evaluated client financial records to identify opportunities for reducing taxable income through strategic planning.

Auditor

Ernst & Young
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
  • Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
  • Evaluated client responses to audit findings, determining the adequacy of proposed corrective actions.
  • Conducted audits using risk assessment frameworks to assess internal control effectiveness and recommend strategies for risk mitigation.


Education

Bachelor of Business - Banking And Finance

Monash University
Caulfield, VIC
10-2019

Skills

  • Bank reconciliation
  • Invoice preparation
  • Invoice processing
  • Data inputting
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Proficient in SAP Logon 800
  • Client relations
  • Credit control
  • Year-end closing
  • Month-end closing
  • Team collaboration
  • Accounts payable

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with a team of two to design, develop, and implement a Travel Expense Module, successfully presenting the solution to stakeholders and ensuring company-wide adoption.
  • Streamlined the accounts payable process by identifying and removing redundant steps, resulting in a 20% reduction in processing times.
  • Modernized an outdated reconciliation template by integrating VLOOKUP and INDEX MATCH formulas, significantly enhancing efficiency and accuracy in reconciling monthly invoices.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working

Timeline

Junior Accountant

Hugo Boss
10.2024 - Current

Accounts Payable and Purchasing Administrator

Hugo Boss
04.2022 - 09.2024

Associate (Level 3), Tax Consultant

Ernst & Young
09.2020 - 03.2022

Auditor

Ernst & Young
01.2020 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Business - Banking And Finance

Monash University

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