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Jessica Yang

Glen Waverley,Australia

Summary

Strategic and results-driven finance professional with over 15 years of experience, including nine years in the Higher Education Sector and school finances. Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, audit, and capital works management. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of supporting Principal and executive leaders through clear financial insights. Known for driving process improvements, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality finance operations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER

Melbourn Archdiocese Catholic Schools
04.2023 - Current
  • Managed financial operations for five primary schools, including budget and cash flow oversight.
  • Served as key financial liaison for Principals, facilitating informed decisions through detailed analysis.
  • Guided workforce planning and staff budgeting to align educational goals with financial sustainability.
  • Monitored capital works and infrastructure projects, ensuring cost tracking and budget reconciliation.
  • Approved annual financial statements, guaranteeing accuracy, compliance, and transparency.

FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER

Monash University
03.2017 - 04.2023
  • Led financial management for over 400 research projects and operational budgets, supporting over 140 researchers and overseeing 61M in research revenue.
  • Managed a finance team of 4 staff, providing leadership, mentoring and workflow oversight to ensure accurate reporting and service delivery.
  • Coordinated annual budgets, quarterly forecasting, and variance analysis, delivering strategic insights to senior leaders including Deans and Heads of Schools.
  • Led 40+ audited financial acquittals annually, ensuring compliance with federal, State, and Local funding rules.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with HR, accounts receivables, and operational teams to align financial goals.
  • Lead in process enhancement initiatives, including standardised compliance review process

EAR

Jade Property Development Group - Beijing
Beijing
01.2012 - 08.2016
  • Managed financial operations and budget management for large-scale property development projects.
  • Advised leadership on financial risks, opportunities and taxation compliance.
  • Successfully implemented financial strategies for the retirement village project.

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

Plan International
01.2010 - 11.2011
  • Managed a $100M budget, collaborating with key stakeholders to optimize financial performance.
  • Developed user-friendly financial dashboard to improve decision-making.
  • Led successful year-end audits and financial reporting processes.
  • Redesigned the annual report for stakeholders and public distribution.

ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

Bristol Myers Squibb (Asia-Pac Shared Services Centre)
07.2006 - 12.2009
  • Maintained general ledger and financial management for the largest Asia-Pacific business unit.
  • Ensured accurate monthly and year-end reporting, including P&L, balance sheets, and tax compliance.
  • Led process improvements, earning multiple “Extra Mile” awards for financial system enhancements.

Education

Bachelor of Business - Business Law & Accounting

Monash University

Skills

  • Advanced Excel and data analytics
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Project management
  • Financial systems expertise
  • Business analysis
  • Stakeholder management

Certification

CPA

Timeline

FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER

Melbourn Archdiocese Catholic Schools
04.2023 - Current

FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER

Monash University
03.2017 - 04.2023

EAR

Jade Property Development Group - Beijing
01.2012 - 08.2016

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

Plan International
01.2010 - 11.2011

ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

Bristol Myers Squibb (Asia-Pac Shared Services Centre)
07.2006 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Business - Business Law & Accounting

Monash University

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