Farnaz Tehrani

• Ensure all Payroll deadlines are meet on weekly and fortnightly basis.
• Ensure all Payroll related reports are run and reconciled.
• Review employees' entitlements, such as leave credits and accruals.
• Calculation of Overpayments / Underpayments / Terminations / Long Service Leave / Leave Cash out.
• Calculated wages, deductions, and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
• Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay, occupations of new hires and changes in wage rates.
• Ensure payments and claims are in accordance with EBA legislation.
• Working closely with HR, Site Admin. Payroll Teams, and external payroll provider Ascender
• Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information
• Manage a complex payroll task for over 800 employees,
• Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
• Developed comprehensive training materials for new payroll staff, enhancing their understanding of procedures and regulations.
• Trained junior payroll staff members on best practices to maintain consistency within the department.
• Managed accurate and timely processing of multi-state payrolls for hundreds of employees, reducing discrepancies.
• Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient systems and reports to reduce errors and save time.
• Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
• Enhanced employee satisfaction by addressing payroll inquiries promptly and accurately, ensuring timely payments.
• Conducted thorough audits of payroll records to identify discrepancies or inconsistencies, resolving issues swiftly.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare reports and correspondence and assist with financial audits.
• Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
• Coordinated resolution of payroll discrepancies.

Assisted with recruitment and onboarding of new employees

• Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.

• Provided exceptional customer service by actively listening to client needs and offering personalized solutions tailored to their specific requirements.
• Met with new customers to share product and service information, listen to needs and learn about business operations.
• Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
• Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
• Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
• Mentored junior account executives, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging professional growth.
• Negotiated contracts that maximized profit margins while maintaining competitive pricing for clients.
• Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
• Evaluated team members'' performance on a regular basis, offering constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement to ensure continuous growth and development.
• Established a comprehensive training program for new hires, expediting their integration into the team''s workflow and enhancing overall performance levels.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Implement policies, procedures.
• Accounts Payable End to End process and supervising.
• Accounts Receivable End to End process and supervising.
• Payroll End to End process and supervising.
• General ad hoc duties.

• Reduced outstanding receivables by diligently monitoring credit control activities and following up on overdue accounts.
• Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
• Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
• Enhanced financial accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
• Expedited month-end close process through efficient coordination among finance team members and effective task prioritization.
• Supervised accounting department operations and team of up to seven employees.
• Consulted with businesses to supply accurate product and service information.
• Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
• Enhanced financial reporting efficiency with thorough account reconciliations and analysis.
• Supported month-end closing process by preparing comprehensive journal entries and adjusting balances as necessary.
• Contributed to successful year-end audits through diligent documentation maintenance and collaborative communication with auditors.
• Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
• Assisted in budget planning, forecasting, and monitoring expenses to ensure adherence to fiscal guidelines and goals.
• Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
• Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
• Increased efficiency in account reconciliations through automation initiatives and enhanced system utilization.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• General office duties.

• Ensure the capture of complete and accurate of very high volume Financial records of up to 23 different bank accounts held by the Peabody Energy Australia Group and USD group
• Provide professional support to the Treasury department and mine sites through up to date and informative reporting to enable effective management decisions regarding cash management
• Assist IT group to migrant the data from Ellipse to SAP
• Co-coordinate and reconcile monthly cash calls and weekly hedging payments
• Liaise with external and internal auditors to provide relevant and timely information for Company and Joint Venture quarterly / half-year / year-end audit and review engagements
• Helping migration from Navision to Ellipse and finally to SAP
• Payroll end to end process for Corporate division
• Promote and build good working relationships with all parts of the business, providing assistance on any aspect of the department’s process and procedures
• Used initiative to comprehensively overhaul existing outdated and inefficient reporting practices and procedures and created a new accounting regime that provided highly accurate and timely information for strategic decision making on budgeting and treasury related matters
• Acted as Subject Matter Expert to the Finance, Accounts Payable, and Payroll teams that assisted with the maintenance of the general ledger
• Compiled accurate and timely weekly and monthly Bank reconciliations for all JVs /Overseas and Local accounts that were reported to US Head Office on Cash/Call Management
• Communicated effectively to both internal and external customers to resolve both systemic and ad-hoc problems
• Received consistent and regular positive feedback from various stakeholders impressed with the willingness to do whatever necessary to complete assigned tasks
• Made a substantial contribution to the continuous improvement of systems and procedures that enabled the organisation to remain at the forefront in customer service
• For example, collaborated with a range of stakeholders to overhaul the Equipment Lease process to reduce the processing time required from one day to less than 10 minutes
• Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
• Prepared detailed financial reports for senior management review, highlighting key performance indicators and trends impacting business health.
• Trained new team members on accounting best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the department.
• Assisted in budget planning, forecasting, and monitoring expenses to ensure adherence to fiscal guidelines and goals.
• Provided valuable insights on cost reduction strategies, leading to increased profitability for the organization.
• Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
• Supported budgeting process by providing accurate cash flow projections and variance analysis reports.
• Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.

• Lead and manage a team of Accounts Payable Officers to ensure a high level of customer service and focus is maintained by timely and accurate processing of Vendor Invoices in accordance with company internal controls and policies prior to payment
• Reconcile accounts payable reports and all related reports, including invoice mismatches and goods received not issued, working with other departments to identify any errors or weaknesses that may have occurred in the process
• Assist in driving accounts payable policies and control procedures throughout the organization
• Processing and payment of all accounts payable transactions, including supplier master data changes, employee expense reimbursements and all other related payments, whilst ensuring that all guidelines of the procure to pay policy are followed
• Responsible for authority for outgoing Cash Management (up to $500m) and maximising of interest through effective balancing of cash in and cash out
• Quickly gained the necessary skills to effectively operate in the Senior Accounts Payable role following the sudden departure of the regular incumbent
• Overhauled and replaced outdated and inefficient processes and practices that made a significant improvement to productivity and costs and substantially improved customer service
• Provided effective support and encouragement to team members through communicating clear expectations and providing positive and constructive feedback
• Successfully managed all outgoing Cash that ensured maximum interest gain
• This often required tactful rejection of executive requests when outside of the timeline
• Trained junior staff members in accounts payable procedures, increasing productivity and efficiency within the team.
• Assisted in month-end closing activities, contributing to a smooth and accurate financial reporting process.
• Coordinated with other finance departments to ensure proper allocation of expenses across various cost canters, supporting accurate budget tracking and decision-making abilities at higher levels within the organization.
• Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing efficient invoice tracking and payment systems.

• Lead and manage a team of up to Accounts Payable Officers to ensure timely and accurate processing and payment of accounts and subcontractors
• Act as Subject Matter Expert for trainees and inexperienced staff for the entire division (up to 25 staff) and to resolve major account issues
• Reconcile all major accounts on a weekly basis
• Created a positive and nurturing team environment that enabled experienced and inexperienced staff to gain confidence and the skills necessary to process work accurately under pressure
• Competently resolved high volumes of problems and issues referred on by other staff
• Received very positive recognition from management for demonstrated ability to ‘go the extra mile’ to complete tasks
• Achieved high levels of accuracy in a high pressure environment
• Trained junior staff members in accounts payable procedures, increasing productivity and efficiency within the team.
• Assisted in month-end closing activities, contributing to a smooth and accurate financial reporting process.
• Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
• Maintained records by imaging invoices, debits, and credits.
• Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

• Assisted with recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
• Reviewed time records for [Number] employees to verify accuracy of information.
• Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law, and tax code to keep operations in compliance with applicable standards.
• Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
• End to End Process of Purchasing , Accounts payable and Payroll duties.
• Prepared detailed reports analyzing payroll trends and identifying opportunities for cost savings or increased efficiencies.
• Improved payroll accuracy by thoroughly reviewing timesheets and addressing discrepancies.
• Liaised with external auditors during annual reviews to provide necessary documentation and answer questions related to the company''s payroll processes.
• Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
• Resolved payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
• Coordinated resolution of payroll discrepancies.

• Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
• Prepared detailed financial reports for senior management review, highlighting key performance indicators and trends impacting business health.
• Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
• Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
• Ensured timely vendor payments by managing invoice processing and expense tracking systems.
• Enhanced financial reporting efficiency with thorough account reconciliations and analysis.
• Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
• Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
• Reduced discrepancies in financial statements through meticulous data entry and record-keeping practices.