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Catherine Bucher

Cronulla,NSW

Summary

Dynamic Finance & Administration Manager with a proven track record at Affiniti Living Pty Ltd, excelling in financial reporting and internal controls. Expert in cost analysis and process improvement, I lead teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance, driving significant savings and accuracy in financial transactions.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance & Administration Manager

Affiniti Living Pty Ltd
Kirrawee, NSW
06.2017 - Current
  • Identified areas of improvement in internal controls over financial reporting processes.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
  • Provided guidance on accounting principles, practices and procedures to staff members.
  • Monitored accounts receivable, payable activities to ensure timely payments, collections.
  • Developed and implemented financial policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed and monitored financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Implemented internal controls to safeguard assets and increase accuracy.
  • Performed account reconciliations and conducted investigations into discrepancies.
  • Communicated with clients to address and resolve billing or payment disputes.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.

Financial Controller

HellermannTyton Australia
Taren Point, NSW
01.2012 - 05.2017
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to finance activities.
  • Managed the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  • Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions in the general ledger system.
  • Analyzed financial statements to identify potential risks and opportunities for improvement.
  • Reviewed bank reconciliations on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of data.
  • Performed variance analysis between actual results and budgeted amounts.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting.
  • Identified areas of cost savings or increased efficiency through process improvements.
  • Managed month-end closing process including journal entries and account analysis.
  • Evaluated existing processes for effectiveness and developed recommendations for improvement.

Senior Accountant

Road Management Solutions Pty Ltd
Taren Point, NSW
08.2008 - 01.2012
  • Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
  • Trained staff members on proper use of accounting software applications.
  • Created new procedures for more efficient workflow within the department.
  • Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
  • Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
  • Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to identify potential discrepancies.
  • Generated ad hoc reports as requested by executive management team.
  • Coordinated with other departments on various accounting activities such as month-end close process or budget preparation.

Management Accountant

Larfarge Plasterboard
Matraville, NSW
05.2006 - 08.2008
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  • Performed month-end closing activities including journal entries, reconciliations and other related tasks.
  • Reviewed and reconciled bank statements on a daily basis.
  • Prepared complex financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements.
  • Tracked inventory costs using standard costing methodologies.

Finance & Credit Manager

Hytec Concrete Pty Ltd
Auburn, NSW
01.2001 - 04.2006
  • Negotiated repayment plans with debtors who were unable to pay their full balance due immediately.
  • Prepared monthly departmental reports summarizing the status of outstanding receivables.
  • Assessed customer creditworthiness based on financial reports, payment histories and other sources of information.
  • Researched industry trends in order to develop innovative strategies for improving collection processes.
  • Investigated discrepancies between actual balances owed by customers versus amounts recorded in company's accounting system.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers to ensure prompt payments on accounts receivable.
  • Created standard operating procedures and delivered training to credit personnel to improve operational efficiency.

Education

Advanced - Excel And Pivot Tables

Odyssey Training Australia
Sydney, NSW
12-2018

MBA - Business Administration And Management

University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSW
01-2005

Diploma - Commerce And Accounting

TAFE NSW
NSW
01-2000

Some College (No Degree) - Introduction To Psychology

University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA

Skills

  • Financial reporting
  • Cost analysis
  • Internal controls
  • Accounting principles
  • Policy development
  • Accounts reconciliation
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership
  • Training and development
  • Problem solving
  • Data analysis
  • Cash flow management

Affiliations

  • Yoga
  • Reading
  • Studying

Timeline

Finance & Administration Manager

Affiniti Living Pty Ltd
06.2017 - Current

Financial Controller

HellermannTyton Australia
01.2012 - 05.2017

Senior Accountant

Road Management Solutions Pty Ltd
08.2008 - 01.2012

Management Accountant

Larfarge Plasterboard
05.2006 - 08.2008

Finance & Credit Manager

Hytec Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2001 - 04.2006

Advanced - Excel And Pivot Tables

Odyssey Training Australia

MBA - Business Administration And Management

University of Western Sydney

Diploma - Commerce And Accounting

TAFE NSW

Some College (No Degree) - Introduction To Psychology

University of South Australia

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