Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Awards
Languages
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Cathy Gu

Doncaster,Australia

Summary

Creative and disciplined Finance and Management undergraduate offering strong analytical and abstract reasoning skills. Excellent history of managing complex data. Well-versed in business operations, strategic planning, performing quantitative data and producing graphs. Track record of positive academic performance, flexible and hardworking, eager to listen, learn and support superiors.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Intern

Amcor Flexibles (Australia) Pty Ltd
07.2023 - Current
  • Creating, organising and posting weekly payroll journals across 5 Australia sites in a timely manner, organising recharge journals and splitting costs to relevant sites, providing clear communication to site accountants.
  • Seek relevant approval for all invoices, raise requisitions in QAD system, build purchase order and receipt it under the correct supplier, recharge or split invoices to different sites.
  • Collate exchange rate data from the Reserve Bank of Australia to update the weekly FX rates, analyse the fluctuations in USD, EURO and NZD with respect to AUD.
  • Assisted in the preparation of quarterly earnings reports, contributing to transparent communication with shareholders and stakeholders.
  • Contributed to audit preparations by organizing financial records and addressing discrepancies promptly.

Team Member

O'Brien Icehouse
05.2022 - Current
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills during customer interactions.
  • Provided exceptional support to colleagues by sharing qualified first-aid knowledge and barista skills, offering assistance, and fostering teamwork.
  • Skate hire duties include organising skates by type and sizes, providing customers with necessary equipment, including skate aid, helmets and other protective gear
  • Reinforcing safety rules, assisting new skaters, provide timely first aid in a calm manner, answering phone calls and familiarising with technical systems.

Internship

Clemenger International Freight
12.2022 - 01.2023
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks at reception, filing and the processing of invoices, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing invoices, reception and filing documents simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Gained valuable experience working within the logistics industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs such as "CargoWise", increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Waitress

Sofia Pizza House
03.2021 - 02.2022
  • Maintained a clean and organized dining area, as well as prompt and efficient service, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
  • Assisted in training new waitstaff, sharing best practices and improving overall team performance.
  • Contributed to the restaurant''s positive reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service and building rapport with regular patrons.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting and minimizing discrepancies at the end of shifts.
  • Demonstrated extensive menu knowledge, enabling personalized recommendations for guests based on preferences or dietary restrictions.

Assistant

CyclingDeal
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • Learn basic marketing techniques, including targeted ads, developing business ideas and approaches, familiarising with product sales on secondary websites like Amazon and eBay.
  • Developed warehouse experience, timely locating products and packaging orders for delivery.
  • Streamlined office operations for enhanced productivity with organisation systems and task prioritization.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.

Volunteer

Days For Girls
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Helped cut and sew fabric to make period kits, which included lined underwear, washable and reusable pads and sanitary bags for women in developing countries.
  • Support a cause for women to achieve hygienic and safe menstrual sanitation.
  • Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about the organisation's mission updates.

Volunteer

Trinity Manor Aged Care
04.2019 - 06.2019
  • Ran fun activities with residences, such as bingo, and engaged in conversation to bring great joy.
  • Received insight into the logistics of an aged Care, delivered food services.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to communicate with residences.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Melbourne
01.2024

High School Diploma -

Camberwell Girls Grammar School
Melbourne, VIC
11.2021

Skills

  • Deadline Adherence
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Data-Driven Solutions
  • Project Support
  • Effective Multitasking
  • Work Prioritization
  • Accounting Principles Understanding

Accomplishments

  • Trinity College London Grade 2 Speech Examination- passed with distinction
  • Year Level Champion 2021- all-rounded sport
  • Australian Olympic Change-Maker Award 2021
  • Podium finishes in Figure Skating Competitions
  • Recognition Medals and Certificates in Maths, Chinese (Mandarin) and Music

Awards

  • Trinity College London grade 2 speech exam- passed with distinction
  • MVP, coaches award for weekly school sports
  • Year level champion 2021- all rounded sport
  • Badges, embroidery, certificated- service to the school, music, sport
  • Australian Olympic change-maker award- 2021
  • Various other medal achievements in figure skating, music, maths

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Finance Intern

Amcor Flexibles (Australia) Pty Ltd
07.2023 - Current

Internship

Clemenger International Freight
12.2022 - 01.2023

Team Member

O'Brien Icehouse
05.2022 - Current

Waitress

Sofia Pizza House
03.2021 - 02.2022

Assistant

CyclingDeal
12.2020 - 02.2021

Volunteer

Days For Girls
08.2019 - 10.2019

Volunteer

Trinity Manor Aged Care
04.2019 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Melbourne

High School Diploma -

Camberwell Girls Grammar School

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