Hishara Bowatta
17 Cahill Close Lucas,Australia
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record at Woolworths Group, excelling in cash handling and payroll management. Known for exceptional customer service and analytical problem-solving skills, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to delivering excellence and fostering team collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Services Assistant/Customer Service Supervisor
Woolworths Group
Wendouree, Ballarat, Australia
05.2021 - Current
- Manage cash handling and balance cash registers for accurate transactions.
- Execute payroll duties for the entire staff, ensuring timely payments.
- Responsible for the store's cash deposit safe, and maintaining the balance during each shift.
- Maintain compliance audit reports, and assist in preparing standards.
- Perform specialized clerical and administrative tasks to enhance efficiency.
- Ensure the privacy and accuracy of financial records and personal data.
- Assist management in analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) for strategic planning.
- Perform a cash investigation where it requires.
Accounts Assistant
Spot on Reblocking Pty Ltd
Melbourne, Australia
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up to date.
- Used Xero and QuickBooks to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
- Responsible for accurate payroll processing and associated reporting.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in the general ledger by comparing them to the bank account statement each month.
Bookkeeper
Chef Lanka Group
Melbourne, Australia
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Used the QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Analyzed financial data derived from multiple reporting systems to develop recommendations for operational and performance improvements.
- Performed payroll duties.
Assistant Accountant
Korean SPA Packaging Pty Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2014 - 07.2017
- Prepared forecasts and mapped resources to the most valuable opportunities.
- Communication between internal and external stakeholders, and clients.
- Assisted in auditing reports and documentation.
- Analyzed the revenue and expenditure of the business.
- Carried out bank reconciliation.
- Worked with Sri Lanka Customs Department and prepared Custom Declarations to Import Export procedure.
Education
Program Level- Final Stage - Accounting And Finance
CPA Australia
12-2026
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka01.2016
Diploma in Finance - Banking and Finance
Institute of Bankers Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka06.2015
Certificate of Business Accounting -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
United Kingdom09.2011
Diploma in Business Information Systems -
Siksil Institute of Business and Information Technology
Sri Lanka12.2010
Skills
- Customer service excellence
- Positive attitude
- Communication proficiency
- Analytical problem solving
- Quick learning ability
- Cash handling expertise
- Financial analysis skills
- Payroll management
- Budget oversight
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
CPA Australia, Associate Member
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Store Services Assistant/Customer Service Supervisor
Woolworths Group
05.2021 - Current
Accounts Assistant
Spot on Reblocking Pty Ltd
02.2018 - 03.2021
Bookkeeper
Chef Lanka Group
08.2017 - 01.2018
Assistant Accountant
Korean SPA Packaging Pty Ltd
01.2014 - 07.2017
Program Level- Final Stage - Accounting And Finance
CPA Australia
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Diploma in Finance - Banking and Finance
Institute of Bankers Sri Lanka
Certificate of Business Accounting -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Diploma in Business Information Systems -
Siksil Institute of Business and Information Technology
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