Kathleen Sheridan
Brisbane,QLD
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Product Manager
CBRE
11.2021 - Current
- Increased product adoption by identifying customer needs and developing innovative product features.
- Improved user experience by collaborating closely with design and development teams on UI/UX enhancements.
- Mentored junior Product Managers in effective project management techniques and industry best practices.
- Managed product roadmaps, aligning with company goals and ensuring timely delivery of key features.
Product Manager
CBRE
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones and deadlines.
- Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
- Collaborated with sales teams to develop effective training materials that drove increased product knowledge among staff members, resulting in higher close rates.
- Coordinated design meetings and decisions with internal departments and teams.
Senior Financial Accountant
Devine Limited
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining the month-end closing process and implementing new accounting procedures.
- Assisted with successful external audits by providing comprehensive documentation and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
- Increased company revenue through streamlining payment services and conducting extensive internal audits to reveal and review discrepancies.
- Optimized working capital management practices, resulting in better cash flow management overall.
Associate Director of Finance
CBRE
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing automated systems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, improving bottom-line results.
- Identified areas for operational improvement, driving changes that led to increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Enhanced internal controls, mitigating risk and strengthening the overall financial position of the organization.
Finance Manager - Pacific Property Management
CBRE
03.2014 - 06.2016
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
APAC General Ledger Lead - System Implementation
CBRE
05.2012 - 03.2014
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, regulations, and industry best practices for effective financial reporting.
- Optimized workflow within the finance team by training new staff members on general ledger processes and systems.
- Played a key role in system upgrades or implementations as a liaison between IT support team members and finance users to ensure smooth transitions for General Ledger Analysts workstations adjustments.
- Ensured accurate representation of company assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses by adhering to GAAP principles.
Finanace Coordinator (QLD)
CBRE
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
Revenue Management Accountant
Cement Australia
11.2009 - 06.2010
- 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, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
Finanace Graduate Program
Tesco Ireland
10.2006 - 10.2009
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Master of Science - Strategic Management
Dublin Institure of Technology
Dublin, Ireland06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Commerce
University of Galway
Galway, Ireland06.2005
Skills
- Product Launches
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Product Roadmaps
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Product Metrics
- Product Development
- Product Roadmapping
Certification
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Timeline
Senior Product Manager
CBRE
11.2021 - Current
Product Manager
CBRE
01.2019 - 11.2021
Senior Financial Accountant
Devine Limited
07.2017 - 01.2018
Associate Director of Finance
CBRE
07.2016 - 07.2017
Finance Manager - Pacific Property Management
CBRE
03.2014 - 06.2016
APAC General Ledger Lead - System Implementation
CBRE
05.2012 - 03.2014
Finanace Coordinator (QLD)
CBRE
08.2010 - 05.2012
Revenue Management Accountant
Cement Australia
11.2009 - 06.2010
Finanace Graduate Program
Tesco Ireland
10.2006 - 10.2009
Master of Science - Strategic Management
Dublin Institure of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Commerce
University of Galway
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