Hamish Guy
Melbourne ,Victoria
Summary
Results-oriented accounting professional with experience specializing in insolvency and business restructuring. Adept at analyzing financial information, collaborating with diverse teams, and providing strategic recommendations to clients. Currently pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualifications in Australia, with a strong academic foundation from Monash University (ranked among the top 50 universities worldwide). Seeking a Consultant / Advisory position in Boston, bringing a unique international perspective and a strong commitment to delivering quality client service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Accountant - Insolvency & Business Restructuring
Hamilton Murphy Advisory
Melbourne, Australia
12.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with senior professionals in the insolvency and restructuring department to analyze financial statements, identify business challenges, and formulate solutions for distressed companies.
- Conducted operational due diligence for clients undergoing restructurings and liquidations, advising on both financial and operational matters
- Delivered client-facing presentations and reports detailing financial health and restructuring strategies
- Gained extensive exposure to business turnaround strategies, providing high-level financial insight for clients in various sectors, including manufacturing, retail, and hospitality
- Successfully contributed to the restructuring of several distressed companies, aiding them in returning to profitability or facilitating smooth liquidation processes
- Provided financial analysis and strategic recommendations for clients in distress, contributing to more informed decision-making during the bankruptcy or restructuring process
- Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
- Worked closely with legal counsel to support litigation efforts, providing financial insights, and data analysis relating to forensic investigations.
- Conducted detailed asset tracing exercises to recover misappropriated or hidden assets, assisting creditors in maximizing recovery during insolvency or liquidation proceedings
Education
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
Monash University
Melbourne, Australia01.2024
Skills
- Australian Accounting Standards (AASB)
- Statutory reporting
- Financial analysis
- Excel
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Xero
- MYOB
- QuickBooks
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Financial analyses
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Quality client service
- Timely delivery
- Cultural awareness
Professional Development
- Chartered Accountant (CA), In Progress, CA ANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand), Currently pursuing the Chartered Accountancy qualification in Australia, with a focus on business advisory, financial accounting, and taxation.
- USA CPA Qualification, Intent to Pursue, Eager to pursue the U.S. CPA qualification to expand expertise in U.S. accounting practices, including U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting. Looking forward to beginning the CPA exams as part of long-term professional growth and to enhance skills for a successful career in U.S. accounting and advisory.
Additional Information
- E3 Visa Sponsorship, As an Australian citizen, I am eligible for the E3 visa, a U.S. work visa for Australian professionals in specialty occupations. The E3 visa process is relatively simple and cost-effective for employers, involving filing a Labour Condition Application (LCA) and submitting a visa petition to USCIS. I am happy to work with the company to ensure a smooth sponsorship process.
- Endurance Athlete, Completed a full-distance Ironman Triathlon, showcasing determination, time management, and resilience-skills I bring to my professional work ethic.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accountant - Insolvency & Business Restructuring
Hamilton Murphy Advisory
12.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
Monash University
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