Ian Yang
Perth
Summary
Results-driven finance professional with a Bachelor's degree in Finance from UWA, backed by over 2 years of experience as a Finance Officer and six months in a local CA firm. Currently a CA provisional member actively working towards achieving the Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification. Strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and a proven ability to manage financial processes and ensure compliance. Proficient in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting, with a keen eye for detail. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams and clients to drive financial success and deliver actionable insights. Seeking to leverage my expertise and dedication to becoming a CA to contribute to a dynamic organization's financial growth and success
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Complex Finance Officer
Marriott International, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
- Financial Operations & Compliance:
Processed high volumes of invoices with 100% accuracy in cost centre/account allocation, ensuring adherence to Australian Accounting Standards and ATO regulations.
Prepared and lodged statutory returns (GST, BAS) within deadlines, achieving zero penalties for late submissions.
Enforced PO compliance in partnership with procurement teams - Month-End Closing & Reporting:
Executed end-to-end month-end closing processes, including preparation of journals (accruals, prepayments, adjustment journals etc. ), balance sheet reconciliations and GL Reconciliation.
Reviewed and analyzed monthly P&L statements with the Director of Finance, investigating variances and adjusting forecasts to reflect operational trends.
Consolidated financial data into PowerPoint slides for Executive Management reviews, highlighting key performance metrics and actionable insights.
Assisted in annual budget and forecast processes by compiling historical data, analyzing trends - Payroll & Cost Management:
Analyzed weekly payroll reports across different departments, calculating payroll-to-revenue ratios and advising department heads on staffing adjustments to maintain budget adherence.
Monitored payroll costs against forecasts, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions to align with annual financial targets. - Revenue Auditing & Reconciliation:
Conducted daily income audits for 8 F&B/banquet outlets, resolving revenue misallocations and maintaining accuracy in financial statements.
Performed cash, credit card, and bank reconciliations, ensuring 100% accuracy in daily revenue postings for both properties. - Audit & Stakeholder Collaboration:
Served as primary liaison for external auditors, resolving queries by preparing documentation (e.g., sample invoices, payroll records).
Trained department heads on Marriott financial policies and ATO compliance requirements, improving cross-functional adherence.
Graduate Accountant
Whytes Chartered Accountant
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Led a team of 3 graduate accountants responsible for digitizing and organizing corporate binders for clients, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of services
- Identified and sorted corporate documents, including constitutions, minutes, trust deeds, share certificates, and compliance documents, using established guidelines to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Developed and implemented processes and procedures for digitizing corporate binders, reducing turnaround time by 20% and increasing accuracy by 15%
- Conducted quality assurance checks on completed work, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Coordinated with clients to address concerns and provide updates on project status, resulting in improved client satisfaction
- Trained and mentored new team members, providing ongoing support and feedback to help them achieve success
- Sent daily progress reports to partners and managers, detailing the status of the digitization project and plans for the day
Education
Bachelor of Commerce(Finance) - Finance
University of Western Australia
12.2021
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Auditing
- Accounts payable and receivable
- General accounting
- Attention to detail
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft, MYOB, Oracle
- Team Player
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Complex Finance Officer
Marriott International, Inc.
09.2022 - Current
Graduate Accountant
Whytes Chartered Accountant
01.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Commerce(Finance) - Finance
University of Western Australia
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