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Fay Kassi

Fay Kassi

Plympton,Australia

Summary

Professional in accounting with robust experience in managing accounts and financial records. Demonstrates strong ability to collaborate within teams and adapt to changing business needs while consistently achieving results. Skilled in accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, and reconciliation. Known for reliability, efficiency, and strategic problem-solving in financial operations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper - Accountant Assistant

Basso Newman Charted Accountants
11.2022 - Current
  • Accurately entered and reviewed financial transactions in accounting software (MYOB, XERO, Quickbooks) and ensured that all data was accurate and up-to-date.
  • Reconciled bank statements, Credit cards and accounts, identifying discrepancies for timely resolution.
  • Performed AP/AR duties including data entry, bank payments, and aged receivables and payables reporting.
  • Communicated with suppliers regarding payment schedules, account updates and contract terms.
  • Managed financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Designed & produced spreadsheet & complex spreadsheets for various tasks.
  • Performed accurate financial calculations for Lond Service Leave.
  • Prepared and maintained operational budgets aligned with business objectives and financial forecasts.
  • Calculated and lodged Business Activity Statements (BAS), including GST reporting and reconciliation.
  • Prepared and submitted PAYGW and instalment activity statements, supporting payroll and tax reporting cycles.
  • Performed end-to-end superannuation tasks, including monthly contributions and SGC lodgements for compliance.
  • Processed payroll tasks which includes payruns, PAYGW, advanced payments, salary sacrifice, super contributions, leave entitlements, timesheets reconciliation.
  • Managed WorkCover compliance, including calculations and reporting.
  • Calculated and lodged payroll tax monthly/annual returns.
  • Managed inventory records, reconciled stocktake and supported accurate reporting.
  • Assisted external auditors in preparing audit schedules by providing necessary documents in a timely manner.
  • Managed monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Reviewed and processed Prepaid Expenses and Income, Accrued Income and Expenses, Partner Capital Contributions, Owner Drawings.
  • Managed asset registers and calculated depreciation in accordance with accounting standards.
  • Trained junior staff on accounting software, payroll procedures,bookkeeping tasks including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable processing, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
  • Managed financial reporting for government grants and funding programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.
  • Analysed financial data to assess profitability, cost structures and advise manager.
  • Led month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring timely and accurate reporting including year end journal adjustment.
  • Developed and managed budgets and forecasts to support strategic planning and financial decision-making.

Junior Bookkeeper

John George Katsenos
03.2018 - 04.2021
  • Performed administrative duties including managing appointments and maintaining front-office efficiency.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or mail.
  • Entered financial transactions into accounting software and performed regular bank and account reconciliations.
  • Imported sales invoices and raised supplier bills using accounting software to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Entered data, maintained records, create reports and financial statements in MYOB and XERO.
  • Prepared ASIC form such as director's minutes and share transfer forms.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Assisted in preparation Business Activity Statement, PAYGW, PAYG Instalments, Super Guarantee Charge.
  • Assisted in preparation of income tax returns for individuals, companies, partnerships, trust and SMSF.

Administration - Office Assistant

Basil Berrigan
05.2017 - 03.2018
  • Greeted incoming guests professionally and confirmed reservations and identification.
  • Managed over 50 customer calls and emails per day.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely processing.
  • Liaised with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address requests and complaints made by guests.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline reception processes, contributing to improve guest service.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Prepared weekly employee work schedules for team members.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
  • Recorded invoices and expenses using Excel to facilitate on-time payment.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.

Office Assistant

The Grand Roxy Function Center
01.2015 - 05.2017
  • Interacted with clients by phone, email or in-person to make appointments and provide information.
  • Assisted event coordinators take care of logistics and resolve any event-related issues.
  • Assisted management with administrative aspects of hiring and on boarding new hires and temporary staff.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Assisted weekly in payroll for owner's companies of 65 personnel.

Education

Certificate IV - Accounting And Bookkeeping

Applied Education

Certificate - XERO Payroll Certified

Xero Practice Manager
12-2024

Certificate - XERO Advisor Certified

Xero Practice Manager
03-2024

Certification - Taxation & Payroll Training

Aust Wide Tax & Payroll
06-2023

Course - MYOB AccountRight

The University Of Sydney
05-2015

Vocational Lyceum - Administration And Financial Services Officers

Vocational Lyceum Rhodes
09-2009

Skills

  • Skilled in coordinating tasks, meeting deadlines, and balancing competing priorities with efficiency
  • Exceptionally organised with a keen eye for detail
  • Thrive in both collaborative team environments and independent roles
  • Uphold integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive information
  • Certified and versed in Bookkeeping tasks: Complete of BAS, GST IAS, PAYGW, STP, CGC, Payroll Tax, Work Cover Maintaining accurate Financial reports including AR and AP, Bank reconciliation and Credit Card
  • Proficient in Accounting programs: XERO, MYOB AE, AccountsRight, Essentials, Handisoft, QuickBooks
  • Experienced with ApprovalMax and Hubdocs
  • Skilled in Microsoft programs: Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Teams

Personal Information

Languages

English
Greek

Timeline

Bookkeeper - Accountant Assistant

Basso Newman Charted Accountants
11.2022 - Current

Junior Bookkeeper

John George Katsenos
03.2018 - 04.2021

Administration - Office Assistant

Basil Berrigan
05.2017 - 03.2018

Office Assistant

The Grand Roxy Function Center
01.2015 - 05.2017

Certificate - XERO Payroll Certified

Xero Practice Manager

Certificate - XERO Advisor Certified

Xero Practice Manager

Certification - Taxation & Payroll Training

Aust Wide Tax & Payroll

Course - MYOB AccountRight

The University Of Sydney

Vocational Lyceum - Administration And Financial Services Officers

Vocational Lyceum Rhodes

Certificate IV - Accounting And Bookkeeping

Applied Education

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