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Ifa Mustafa

Wollongong,NSW

Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over a decade of diverse experience in financial reporting, tax compliance, and auditing. Proficient in leveraging advanced accounting software to enhance accuracy and streamline financial processes. Skilled in analyzing complex financial data, identifying discrepancies, and delivering strategic insights to drive business performance. Known for strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities under pressure. A self-motivated and adaptable professional with a keen interest in continuous learning and staying abreast of evolving industry trends. Adept at building key relationships, collaborating across departments, and contributing to shared objectives. Committed to maintaining high professional standards and supporting organizational growth through financial integrity and proactive problem-solving.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accountant

Recovery Partners
05.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw daily financial operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment across all core accounting functions including payables, receivables, reconciliations, and reporting workflows.
  • Prepared and updated annual budgets to support accurate forecasting and enable meaningful budget variance analysis.
  • Led the migration from MYOB AccountRight to Xero, including integration of supporting software to ensure a seamless and efficient accounting ecosystem.
  • Compiled and finalized financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and delivering clear financial insights.
  • Administered fortnightly payroll for 100 employees nationwide and oversaw all payroll related activities such as PAYG lodgements and quarterly superannuation payments to meet the regulatory requirements.
  • Calculated and lodged monthly payroll tax and performed annual reconciliations across all Australian states for tax accuracy.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop ad hoc financial and management reports for strategic decision-making using various accounting models.
  • Maintained the vehicle register for Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) compliance.
  • Conducted financial analyses to detect anomalies and unusual trends.
  • Developed and regularly updated accounting policies and procedures to align with evolving regulatory and business requirements.

Financial Accountant

Burchgrove Group Pty Ltd
06.2021 - 05.2023
  • Responsible for managing the daily activities of the company.
  • Administered fortnightly payroll for staff across Australia and New Zealand using Xero ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Reconciliation, lodgement and payment of PAYG and quarterly superannuation obligations within statutory deadlines.
  • Maintained a fixed asset register of 500+ items, managing acquisitions, monthly depreciation, and disposals.
  • Recorded and accounted for $1.2 million in stock receipts from both local and international suppliers.
  • Created journals for finished stock and conducted periodic inventory adjustments, ensuring accurate valuation.
  • Reconciled inventory balances with the general ledger on a quarterly basis.
  • Managed supplier records across multiple ledgers, including vendors based in Spain, Singapore, and China.
  • Processed weekly supplier payments in multiple currencies across Australia, the UK, New Zealand, and China.
  • Delivered weekly sales order reports to assist management with production planning.
  • Calculated and reported monthly sales commissions for internal stakeholders.
  • Issued customer invoices and managed full-cycle receipt reconciliation, from deposits to final payments.
  • Performed bank reconciliations for 10+ accounts across multiple entities and countries.
  • Analysed expense accounts and reported variances and unusual trends against budget.

Assistant Accountant

Goodwill Accountants Pty Ltd
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Responsible for providing bookkeeping services, preparing financial reports, lodging GST and tax returns for multiple clients.
  • Prepared accounts for self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) and trusts, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
  • Completed and lodged Business Activity Statements (BAS) accurately and on time.
  • Prepared and submitted company and individual tax returns, maintaining adherence to ATO regulations.
  • Produced financial statements from raw data, demonstrating strong analytical and technical capabilities.
  • Managed payroll processing for multiple clients, including Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting.
  • Navigated the ATO portal confidently: added clients, accessed tax details, and lodged both tax returns and GST reports efficiently.
  • Registering company and forming trust deeds.

Junior Accountant

Connecting Families
03.2020 - 07.2020
  • Responsible for developing, servicing and maintaining local clients who purchased our products. Processes and reported sales and expenses reports.
  • Prepared multiple daily quotations and corresponding customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, including proactive follow-up on outstanding balances to maintain healthy cash flow.
  • Generated ad hoc financial reports based on management's evolving needs for operational insights.
  • Compiled monthly management reports to track and evaluate business performance trends.
  • Administered staff leave and payroll ensuring compliance and accuracy.
  • Performed a wide range of accounting tasks, including:
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Expense accruals
  • Transaction coding
  • Bookkeeping using Xero accounting software

Intern

Connecting Families
11.2019 - 02.2020
  • Responsible for developing, servicing and maintaining local clients who purchased our products. Processes and reported sales and expenses reports.
  • Prepared multiple daily quotations and corresponding customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, including proactive follow-up on outstanding balances to maintain healthy cash flow.
  • Generated ad hoc financial reports based on management's evolving needs for operational insights.
  • Compiled monthly management reports to track and evaluate business performance trends.
  • Administered staff leave and payroll ensuring compliance and accuracy.
  • Performed a wide range of accounting tasks, including:
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Expense accruals
  • Transaction coding
  • Bookkeeping using Xero accounting software

Education

Master in Accounting -

Macquarie University
12.2020

BSc. Honors - Applied Accounting

Oxford Brookes University
09.2016

Skills

  • Financial Reporting and Analysis
  • Regulatory Compliance (GAAP, AASB, ATO)
  • Payroll
  • Audit Support and Internal Controls
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Data Reconciliation and Variance Analysis
  • Accounting Software (Xero, MYOB)
  • Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • MS Office suite including MS Excel (Lookups, Pivot tables, What if Analysis), MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Outlook and MS Teams
  • Bookkeeping

Websites

Certification

  • CPA Associate Member June 2025
  • Fellow ACCA Member September 2016

Timeline

Accountant

Recovery Partners
05.2023 - Current

Financial Accountant

Burchgrove Group Pty Ltd
06.2021 - 05.2023

Assistant Accountant

Goodwill Accountants Pty Ltd
07.2020 - 05.2021

Junior Accountant

Connecting Families
03.2020 - 07.2020

Intern

Connecting Families
11.2019 - 02.2020

BSc. Honors - Applied Accounting

Oxford Brookes University

Master in Accounting -

Macquarie University

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