Manan Sidhu
Fortitude Valley
Summary
Senior Accountant with 5+ years of experience in financial management and regulatory compliance available for Contract positions only. Demonstrates expertise in management accounting, financial planning, and reporting, leveraging skills in Business Dynamics, Xero, MYOB, Pronto, NetSuite, and MS Suite to optimise financial operations. Known for streamlining processes and enhancing team efficiency, with a focus on detail-oriented analysis and innovative solutions to drive business success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Financial Accountant
Condor Energy
09.2024 - Current
- Lead financial reporting and compliance initiatives, streamline accounting processes, and implement robust internal controls while managing cross-functional teams.
- Direct month-end close procedures, analyse financial statements, and develop strategic recommendations to enhance operational efficiency.
- Oversee regulatory compliance, tax planning, and risk management while maintaining accurate financial records, and delivering comprehensive reports.
- Foster partnerships with stakeholders, mentor junior staff, and drive process improvements through innovative financial solutions.
- Spearhead financial strategy development, identify growth opportunities, and implement best practices for sustainable business expansion.
- Developed comprehensive financial forecasting models and optimised month-end procedures, resulting in enhanced reporting accuracy and streamlined decision-making processes.
- Implemented the new Business Dynamics accounting system, managed the transition from the old system, and trained employees on new procedures.
- Coordinated day-to-day financial procedures for 5 departments and trained new staff on payroll and invoice procedures.
Finance Manager & Administrative Coordinator
Ravishing Fashionistas
01.2021 - Current
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company
- Worked as an assistant to the CEO and founder for the show
- Organizing the photoshoots and video shoots for in house and for News channels and magazines
- Preparing budgets for the events and shoots
- Organising Auditions and casting for the show as well as Coordinating with designers, models, photographer and outer source for the events
- Providing efficient communication for the sponsors of show and organizing meetings with the CEO
- Organising the model training workshops
- Managing team of 8 in organisation and 20 volunteers
Management Accountant
UNITA LTD.
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards
- Developed comprehensive budgets and forecasts to support strategic decision-making
- Led the month-end close process, including reconciliations and variance analysis, improving financial accuracy and reporting timeliness
- Provided financial insights to senior management, enabling informed business decisions and resource allocation
- Streamlined accounting processes, reducing errors and improving efficiency by implementing new procedures
Corporate Accountant
JUMBO INTERACTIVE
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Took over the responsibility within one week abruptly when the previous team departed, ensuring continuity in payment processing and supplier relationships
Corporate Accountant
MIGAS APPRENTICE & TRAINEES
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Prepared financial statements, income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, providing accurate and up-to-date financial information
- BAS lodgement for two companies in group
- FBT lodgement
- Preparing weekly revenue reports for the board members and other departments in office
- Managed daily accounting operations, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations
- Fortnightly payroll processing
- Collaborated with the finance team to improve financial processes, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings
- Resolving suppliers' issues with good communication skills
- Communicating with other departments regarding the payments
Accountant
MINECORP AUSTRALIA
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Handled the end-to-end accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Ensured timely completion of month-end and year-end closing processes, maintaining accuracy in financial records
- Analyzed financial data to support business decisions, contributing to cost-saving initiatives
- Picking up on the accounting duties instantly to help the finance department in end of year process and monthly rollover of ledger
- Sorting out the suppliers' payments and invoices piled up from past three months
- Daily and monthly reconciliations
- Organising the purchase orders and sales orders
- Helping in training the new team members in Pronto software along with company accounting protocols
- Resolving suppliers' issues with good communication skills
- Arrangements with the suppliers for suspended or overdue accounts due to process delay in past
- Communicating with other departments regarding the payments
Bookkeeper
HLB MANN JUDD
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained accurate financial records by managing accounts payable and receivable, and performing regular reconciliations
- Generated financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements, to support client decision-making
- Assisted with tax preparation and lodgement, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
- Prepared BAS and IAS reports, payroll processing, and multi-entity tax assistance
- Supported the implementation of a new accounting system, enhancing efficiency and data accuracy
- Managed bookkeeping and accounts for over 60 organizations
- Provided financial advice and prepared end-of-month and quarter financial reports for clients
Bookkeeper & Business Advisor
WALSHS FINANCIALS
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed bookkeeping for various clients, including doctor entities.
- Prepared BAS and IAS reports, managed workflow for bookkeeping team.
- Provided financial advice for bookkeeping and tax purposes.
- Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
- Responded to inquiries from IRS, state and other tax authorities to minimise additional interest and penalty charges.
- Analysed financial transactions, assigning to specific accounts.
- Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
- Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and integrity.
Assistant Accountant & Bookkeeper
FORENSIC ACCOUNTING GROUP
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Prepared tax documents, BAS and IAS reports, and payroll processing
- Communicated with clients and aided with bookkeeping duties and business structures
- Assisted with the preparation of financial reports, ensuring they met legal requirements and internal guidelines
- Performed reconciliations and maintained accurate records of financial transactions
- Supported senior accountants in tax preparation and compliance, contributing to the successful filing of tax returns
- Played a key role in transitioning from cash basis to accrual basis accounting, enhancing the accuracy of financial reporting
Education
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting -
CAANZ
Bachelor of Professional Accounting & Business -
Holmes Institute
07.2021
Skills
- Management Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Planning
- Cashflow reports
- General Ledger
- Full-cycle Accounting Management
- Process Improvement
- Manual Development
- Software Implementation and Training
- Tax Compliance
- Accounts Payable and Receivable Management
- General Ledger
- Payroll Management
- Bookkeeping
- Budget Analysis
- Customer Relations
- Social Media Management
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Xero
- MYOB
- Pronto
- NetSuite
- QuickBooks
- SAP
- MS Excel
- MS Suite
- Business Dynamics
Accomplishments
- National Level Basketball Player
- Animation and scriptwriting for Netflix and Disney
- Fashion Show organiser
- Modelling for Fashion Shows
Additional Information - Professional Highlights
- Full-cycle Accounting Management
- Process Improvement
- Manual Development
- Investment Portfolio Management
- Software Implementation and Training
- Financial Reporting
- Tax Compliance
- Accounts Payable and Receivable Management
- Transition to Accrual Basis Accounting
- Backlog Resolution
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Financial Accountant
Condor Energy
09.2024 - Current
Management Accountant
UNITA LTD.
06.2024 - 08.2024
Corporate Accountant
JUMBO INTERACTIVE
10.2023 - 05.2024
Corporate Accountant
MIGAS APPRENTICE & TRAINEES
04.2023 - 09.2023
Accountant
MINECORP AUSTRALIA
01.2023 - 03.2023
Bookkeeper
HLB MANN JUDD
02.2022 - 12.2022
Bookkeeper & Business Advisor
WALSHS FINANCIALS
06.2021 - 12.2021
Finance Manager & Administrative Coordinator
Ravishing Fashionistas
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Accountant & Bookkeeper
FORENSIC ACCOUNTING GROUP
01.2020 - 12.2020
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting -
CAANZ
Bachelor of Professional Accounting & Business -
Holmes Institute
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