DANIELA CARDENAS
Belmore,Australia
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven accountant with over five years of experience in accounting and finance. Expertise in accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll, tax compliance, month-end/year-end closings, and import operations. Proficient in multiple accounting software programs and the Microsoft Office Suite. Recognized for strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and commitment to accuracy and compliance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Attendant
Maloney's Group
Sydney, NSW
02.2023 - Current
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
- Handled customer inquiries, orders, and POS transactions efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming service area while supporting team operations.
Freelance Tax Support
Freelance
Sydney/Colombia
07.2022 - Current
- Provided tax preparation and filing services for sole traders, and independent contractors.
- Offered tailored consulting on deductions, expense tracking, and compliance with local tax authorities (DIAN in Colombia, and ATO in Australia).
- Ensured clear communication and confidentiality in handling personal financial information.
Junior Accountant
LAS Electromedicina
Bogotá, Colombia
04.2018 - 02.2020
- Managed AR/AP, issued invoices, and reconciled payments.
- Prepared VAT, payroll tax, and national tax declarations.
- Generated financial reports for Republic Bank, and performed bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Processed payroll and handled superannuation payments.
- Month-end and year-end accounting support.
- Maintained accurate records, petty cash, and supported general administration tasks.
Accounting Assistant
SERVELEC Ltda.
Bogotá, Colombia
05.2015 - 03.2018
- Assisted in payroll preparation and verified employee time records for accuracy.
- Performed P&L and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Processed invoices and ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions.
- Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis.
- Maintained the general ledger system to ensure accurate recording of all transactions.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Processed journal entries for accruals, amortization and other adjustments.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
Accounts reconciliation Assistant
Willis Colombia Corredora de Seguros
Bogotá, Colombia
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Reconciled client/supplier accounts, and investigated discrepancies.
- Participated in credit and collections activities.
- Maintain and update client databases.
- Managed office communications, ensuring timely response to internal and external inquiries.
- Entered data into databases accurately and efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls, responded to emails, faxes, and other inquiries from customers and suppliers.
Education
Master - Profesional Accounting
KING'S OWN INSTITUTE
SYDNEY10-2023
English Upper level - Ielts 2 CAE Cambridged
GREENWICH COLLEGE
SYDNEY01.2022
Bachelor - Accounting
FUNDACIÓN UNIVERSITARIA DEL AREA ANDINA
COLOMBIA06-2018
Advance Diploma - Accounting and finance
SERVICIO NACIONAL DE APRENDIZAJE "SENA"
COLOMBIA10-2014
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills,
- Customer service-oriented
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Accounting software (SIIGO, ELISA, SIESA, World Office)
- Familiar with Xero and MYOB
- Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Bank and petty cash reconciliation
- Payroll processing
- BAS and tax reporting month-end and year-end closing
- Financial statements and reports
- General ledger and journal entries
- Import accounting and cost analysis
- Collections and invoice processing
References
Available upon request
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Native
Timeline
Customer Service Attendant
Maloney's Group
02.2023 - Current
Freelance Tax Support
Freelance
07.2022 - Current
Junior Accountant
LAS Electromedicina
04.2018 - 02.2020
Accounting Assistant
SERVELEC Ltda.
05.2015 - 03.2018
Accounts reconciliation Assistant
Willis Colombia Corredora de Seguros
03.2014 - 08.2014
Master - Profesional Accounting
KING'S OWN INSTITUTE
English Upper level - Ielts 2 CAE Cambridged
GREENWICH COLLEGE
Bachelor - Accounting
FUNDACIÓN UNIVERSITARIA DEL AREA ANDINA
Advance Diploma - Accounting and finance
SERVICIO NACIONAL DE APRENDIZAJE "SENA"
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