Darika Devasagayam
Sydney
Summary
Financial management and accounting professional with Nine years of experience driving company growth through effective financial practices and team leadership. Expertise in financial statement preparation, operational management, forecasting, and cost control. Proven ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational excellence. Strong skills in general ledger accounting, account reconciliation, and audit support, with proficiency in relevant software.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
CVFR Travel Group
03.2025 - Current
- Executed day-to-day accounting processes, enhancing financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and analyzed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented transactions for cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and lines of credit.
- Processed direct debit transactions for agents in compliance with regulations.
- Managed Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including invoice processing and reconciliations.
- Utilized MYOB and Xero for efficient bookkeeping and financial reporting.
- Maintained precise financial records to support month-end reporting requirements.
- Assisted in optimizing payment processes to increase operational efficiency.
Tax Accountant Assistant
Success Tax Professionals
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted in preparing and filing federal, state, and local tax returns for clients.
- Provided support to Tax Accountants with administrative tasks such as data entry and document organization.
- Maintained client records by updating financial information into company database.
- Researched complex tax issues using online resources and consulted with supervisors when needed.
- Developed strategies to minimize a client's overall tax burden while still adhering to all legal requirements.
- Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Proficiently managed and maintained financial records for accuracy.
- Demonstrated strong skills in reconciling accounts to ensure precision in financial reporting.
- Adept in utilizing Xero software for efficient and effective accounting tasks.
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status, and bank reconciliations.
Accounting Manager
Thisara Art Center
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Oversaw all financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial statements and budgets
- Led and managed a team of five accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment
- Ensured compliance with accounting principles, laws, and regulations, staying updated on changes and implementing necessary adjustments
- Collaborated in the development of budgets and financial plans, providing strategic insights to support organizational goals
- Coordinated internal and external audits, successfully navigating and addressing audit requirements
- Conducted thorough financial analysis, identifying trends and providing actionable recommendations for improved financial performance
- Implemented MYOB policies, enhancing workforce flexibility.
Assistant Account Manager
Thisara Art Center
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Managed financial operations using XERO, ensuring precise reporting
- Prepared and analyzed financial reports and statements related to client accounts, providing insights and recommendations for improvement
- Participated in the development of budgets and forecasts for assigned accounts, contributing to financial planning processes
- Conducted in-depth financial analysis to assess the health and performance of accounts, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and revenue enhancement.
Senior Executive
Thisara Art Center
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted with budget management by tracking expenses and managing related documentation
- Utilized advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel to create and format documents, manage data, and streamline processes
- Demonstrated effective communication and organizational skills through the use of Microsoft Outlook for email management
- Managed low-volume accounts payable efficiently, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
- Coordinated with finance department to ensure timely payment of invoices, addressing any discrepancies or issues in a prompt and professional manner.
Executive - Strategic Accounts
Thisara Art Center
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Conducted precise bank reconciliations, contributing to overall financial accuracy
- Accomplished targets for profitable sales volume and strategic objectives in assigned accounts
- Established productive, professional relationships with key personnel in assigned customer accounts
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, reconciled financial transactions, and maintained accurate financial records as a skilled bookkeeper.
Education
Master Of Research (Finance) - Finance
Melbourne Institute of Technology
Sydney Olympic Park, NSW12.2025
Chartered Institute of Management Accounts (CIMA)
Colombo Sri Lanka12-2025
MBA - Finance
Australian Institute of Management (AIM)
01.2019
BA (Hons - Business Administration) -
University of Bedfordshire, UK
01.2019
Professional Qualification Of Human Resource Mng -
Institute of Personal Management (IPM), Sri Lanka
01.2017
Skills
- Tax Preparation
- Profit and Loss Monitoring
- Invoicing
- Month-End Reporting
- Financial Data Analysis
- Payroll Management
- Month-End Closing
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Bank Account Reconciliations
- Closing Procedures
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll Processing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accountant
CVFR Travel Group
03.2025 - Current
Tax Accountant Assistant
Success Tax Professionals
01.2024 - 03.2025
Accounting Manager
Thisara Art Center
09.2022 - 12.2023
Assistant Account Manager
Thisara Art Center
09.2020 - 08.2022
Senior Executive
Thisara Art Center
09.2018 - 08.2020
Executive - Strategic Accounts
Thisara Art Center
07.2017 - 08.2018
MBA - Finance
Australian Institute of Management (AIM)
BA (Hons - Business Administration) -
University of Bedfordshire, UK
Professional Qualification Of Human Resource Mng -
Institute of Personal Management (IPM), Sri Lanka
Master Of Research (Finance) - Finance
Melbourne Institute of Technology
Chartered Institute of Management Accounts (CIMA)
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