Karen Chapman
Rouse Hill
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounting Assistant offers 16 years of experience in accounting roles. Skilled in account reconciliation, report drafting, forecasting, budgeting, data capturing and collections. Industrious and meticulous with a strong history of integrity and reliability.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organisational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Integrated CFO
05.2023 - Current
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets and accrued expenses.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, and banking reconciliations.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
Assistant Accountant
SteelServ Limited (Bluescope Steel)
12.2017 - 04.2023
- Reviewed departmental operating costs and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
- Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processes to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
- Processed payroll by validating work hours and attendance of employees.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Contributed to annual budget development and quarterly forecasts to support continuous adherence.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
- Supervised accounting staff to provide feedback and evaluate progress.
- Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports to inform decision-makers.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Financial Manager
Just Batteries CC
03.2006 - 11.2016
- Controlled $5 000 000 annual budget.
- Drove analytics and data consistency with expanded reporting, analysis and revenue forecasting support.
- Created and implemented effective accounting systems, best practices and policies.
- Developed and transformed finance and operations team from transactional to analytical to provide enhanced business support.
- Analyzed budgets, financial reports and projections for accurate reporting of financial standing.
- Developed annual budgets in collaboration with financial director.
- Forecasted operating costs for scheduled projects by strategizing with other departments.
- Used SAGE - PASTEL to manage employee payroll and benefits.
- Drafted reports for leadership for use in strategic planning and decision making.
- Managed accounting-team data using SAGE PASTEL, entering and organizing payroll, adjustments and monthly accrual information.
- Developed reporting for executive financial reviews.
Accounting Bookkeeper
Shamrock Caterers
01.2002 - 10.2005
- Established PASTEL accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business expense processing.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Used knowledge of local laws to comply with reporting requirements.
- Worked with senior accounting staff to prepare financial documents and reports such as bills and invoices, year-end analysis, budgets, financial records, and financial statements.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
Education
National Diploma Financial Management (NQFlevel6) - Financial Accounting
COLLEGE SA
Johannesburg - South Africa11.2015
National Diploma - Business Management
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg - South Africa01.2001
Skills
- Accruals and Provisions
- Monthly Closings
- Profit and Loss Accountability
- Financial Projections
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Inventory Assessments
- Income Statements
Timeline
Accountant
Integrated CFO
05.2023 - Current
Assistant Accountant
SteelServ Limited (Bluescope Steel)
12.2017 - 04.2023
Financial Manager
Just Batteries CC
03.2006 - 11.2016
Accounting Bookkeeper
Shamrock Caterers
01.2002 - 10.2005
National Diploma Financial Management (NQFlevel6) - Financial Accounting
COLLEGE SA
National Diploma - Business Management
University of Johannesburg
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