GYAN KUMAR
Glenwood,Australia
Summary
Proven and professional Finance Manager with 12+ years of experience in multinational for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. Extensive expertise in business financial management, operations, and budgeting. Adaptable to diverse management styles, driving organizational growth and performance. Passionate about optimizing financial processes for enhanced operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
African Enterprises (NFP)
Macquarie Park
06.2024 - Current
- Accomplished financial Reporting, management Reporting, government grant management and reporting
- Management of full Accounting Cycle- AP, AP, Payroll, and periodic reporting
- Reviewed and analysed financial accounting information and presented analysis and commentary to key business partners
- Cashflow management of the organisation
- Effectively interpreted and converged financial information to teams within the business
- Streamlined accounting function resulting in cost reduction
- Achieved full compliance with statutory law and financial regulations (ACNC, ASIC and ATO)
- Executed monthly reporting, annual budgeting, and forecasting processes.
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT/ HEAD OF FINANCE
Yahweh Care Group- Australia (NDIS provider)
Blacktown, NSW
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Management of full Accounting Cycle- AP, AP, Payroll, and periodic reporting
- Managing legal, ethical, and professional practices are consistent with the business policies
- Cashflow management of two entities and NDIS fund management
- Streamlined accounting function resulting in cost reduction
- Accomplished financial Reporting, management Reporting
- Managing compliance with statutory law and financial regulations
- Executed monthly reporting, annual budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal with a wide cross-section of people.
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER/ HEAD OF FINANCE
High Resolves Group: Australia, America and Canada
Sydney
09.2019 - 11.2023
- Led comprehensive oversight of accounting and finance activities for High Resolves Group which involved seven entities across Australia, USA and Canada (overall turnover of approx..
- 10m AUD)
- Managed all compliance activities across three jurisdictions involving compliance with multiple accounting principles (i.e AAS and GAAP), policies, and statutory regulations (ACNC, ASIC and ATO)
- Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting
- Managed the consolidated audit of the Australian parent company as well as local audits in Canada and USA
- Led overall organisational strategy in collaboration with the Executive team within the strategic planning framework
- Maintain awareness of external financial, governmental, business, and industry components affecting the organisation
- Managed cashflow
- Implemented and streamlined financial control processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Managed all payroll and new employee on-boarding across the Group
- Financial and accounting management across all facets of financial management and have demonstrated strengths in financial reporting, system, and audit
- Prepared and analysed financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to provide insights into business performance and support decision-making.
- Developed and implemented financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify potential risks and opportunities for improvement.
FINANCE OFFICER
Australian Federation of AIDS Organisation- Australia & Thailand (Contractor)
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Executed month-end procedures, ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP) responsibilities
- Accurately generated comprehensive financial reports and conducted in-depth analysis, skillfully communicating key findings to stakeholders
- Proactively collaborated with internal stakeholders to formulate budgets, forecasts, and financial plans meticulously aligned with strategic objectives
- Expertly completed statutory returns for the company and associated entities, ensuring strict compliance with accounting practices
- Conducted thorough analysis to identify potential risks and opportunities, presenting findings to facilitate informed decision-making
- Effectively led successful implementation of cloud-based accounting system for operations in both Australia and Thailand.
FINANCE OFFICER
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCH AUSTRALIA (CONTRACTOR)
07.2016 - 08.2017
- HR management, handling various aspects such as employee onboarding, payroll processing, and managing entitlements
- Prepared and presented financial reports to stakeholders
- Managed organisation's financials, which involved handling weekly batch payments and ensuring accuracy through reconciliations
- Oversaw reconciliation of weekly debtor's collection report to track and manage outstanding payments
- Maintained and managed General Ledger, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions
- Demonstrated proficiency in providing valuable insights into company's financial performance, and supporting decision-making.
ADMINISTRATION & OPERATIONS OFFICER
Samaritan's Purse Australia & New Zealand
07.2012 - 06.2016
- Demonstrated financial and systems management expertise by overseeing national office and eight State offices, ensuring smooth operations and effective utilisation of resources
- Led budgeting and forecasting process, facilitating accurate financial planning and resource allocation
- Managed logistics across Australasia and Asia Pacific
- Proactively identified and implemented cost-saving strategies to optimise financial resources and improve operational efficiency in Australasia and Asia Pacific
- Conducted training programs across Australasia and Asia Pacific for employees and volunteers, equipping them with the necessary skills to utilise company systems effectively and perform their tasks efficiently
- Implemented various software solutions to streamline processes, automate tasks, and enhance overall productivity.
CURRENCY PROCESSING OFFICER
Linfox Armaguard Pty Ltd
04.2007 - 06.2012
- Reduced discrepancies in reconciliations by over 30% by regularly updating static
- Improved team key performance indicator (KPI) by 10% by implementing new processes to complete tasks
- Prepared accounting journals, ledgers, reconciliations, statements, and weekly and monthly financial reporting.
Education
Masters of Business Administration - Finance -
University of Southern Queensland
08.2022
Bachelor of Christian Ministry -
Christian Leaders Institute
01.2021
Post Graduate Certificate in Business Administration -
University of Southern Queensland
12.2018
Bachelor of Accounting -
University of South Australia
08.2014
Diploma in Business English -
Business School, UK
01.2004
Skills
- Data management
- Business performance improvement
- Financial Forecasting
- Effective Communication Skills
- Reviewed wide range of legal documents for financial considerations
- Lender Collaboration
- Customer Relationship Development
- Financial Program Management
- Deal Structuring
- Customer Financing
- Workflow Coordination
- Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
- KPI Management
- Coaching and Training
- Financial Auditing
- Investment Management
- Credit analysis
Volunteercontributions
- Finance, Financial Consultant, New Hope Baptist Church Kellyville, 2021, Current
- Sports, Boxing Australia and Boxing NSW, Referee and Judge (3 star), 2017, Current
- Sports, International Boxing Association, 1-star coach, 2016, Current
- Sports, Boxing Australia, 2-star coach, 2016, Current
- Sports, Little Athletics NSW, Manage and supervise local regional athletics team, 2016, 2021
- Sports, Parramatta and Blacktown PCYC, 2010, 2015
- Sports, Samaritan's Purse Australia, Two overseas mission trips (for 15 days each), 2014, 2015
Professionalmemberships
- Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), 2017, Current
- Institute of Financial Accountants (IFA), 2017, Current
Timeline
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
African Enterprises (NFP)
06.2024 - Current
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT/ HEAD OF FINANCE
Yahweh Care Group- Australia (NDIS provider)
02.2024 - 06.2024
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER/ HEAD OF FINANCE
High Resolves Group: Australia, America and Canada
09.2019 - 11.2023
FINANCE OFFICER
Australian Federation of AIDS Organisation- Australia & Thailand (Contractor)
11.2017 - 08.2019
FINANCE OFFICER
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF CHURCH AUSTRALIA (CONTRACTOR)
07.2016 - 08.2017
ADMINISTRATION & OPERATIONS OFFICER
Samaritan's Purse Australia & New Zealand
07.2012 - 06.2016
CURRENCY PROCESSING OFFICER
Linfox Armaguard Pty Ltd
04.2007 - 06.2012
Masters of Business Administration - Finance -
University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Christian Ministry -
Christian Leaders Institute
Post Graduate Certificate in Business Administration -
University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Accounting -
University of South Australia
Diploma in Business English -
Business School, UK
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