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Certification
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Lidiya Elizabeth Das

Middle Park,QLD

Summary

Detail-oriented accountant with robust skills in financial reconciliation, general ledger management, and compliance. Demonstrated success in accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. With a proactive mindset, I approach work with enthusiasm, decisiveness, and conviction.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Accountant

Trilogy Care Pty Ltd
Brisbane, QLD
10.2024 - Current
  • Ensure timely completion of client departure processes from the Home Care Package program, including final financial reconciliations.
  • Confirm compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements, including the accurate calculation and reporting of unspent funds to Services Australia.
  • Facilitate timely and accurate coding and allocation of accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Maintain general ledger reconciliations, and support month-end closing activities to meet internal and external reporting deadlines.
  • Assist in audit preparation and respond to audit queries related to general ledger accounts, government funding, and aged care compliance.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
  • Undertake additional tasks and financial projects as required, in line with the scope and objectives of the role.

Accountant

BS Sons Pte Ltd
, Singapore
02.2020 - 04.2024
  • Issue client invoices, monitor accounts receivable, and follow up on overdue accounts to ensure timely collections.
  • Process vendor invoices in the accounting system, and coordinate timely vendor payments.
  • Handle foreign exchange transactions, and initiate telegraphic transfers for international supplier payments.
  • Liaise with banks on various financial matters, including invoice financing arrangements, and transaction queries.
  • Manage export and import documentation, including the preparation and submission of relevant permits.
  • Assist in the preparation and submission of quarterly GST returns in compliance with tax regulations.
  • Perform regular bank reconciliations to ensure accurate cash flow and financial reporting.
  • Support payroll-related activities, including the processing of salary payments.
  • Assist in budgeting, financial analysis, and month-end closing activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.
  • Handle general administrative tasks such as filing financial documents, processing check payments, and performing ad hoc duties as required.

Assistant Professor

Christ University
Bangalore, India
05.2017 - 04.2019
  • Teach undergraduate courses in Accounting, Costing, and Auditing, ensuring alignment with academic standards and industry relevance.
  • Serve as a member of the Curriculum Development Committee, contributing to the design and revision of Accounting and Finance programs.
  • Participate in the Centralized Admission Committee for undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Commerce and Management.
  • Guide undergraduate research projects in the field of Accounting and Finance, fostering analytical and academic writing skills.
  • Create academic content for interdisciplinary and holistic education courses, promoting well-rounded student development.
  • Organize co-curricular events and academic workshops to enhance student engagement and professional readiness.
  • Manage documentation and administrative tasks related to academic audits and institutional compliance.

Assistant Accountant

Jay Shah & Co (Chartered Accountants)
Gujarat, India
04.2014 - 04.2017
  • Prepare and finalize tax audit reports for diverse clients across manufacturing, trading, and service sectors.
  • Prepare audit reports for various private limited companies, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
  • Conduct statutory audits of Federal Bank, ensuring a thorough examination of financial statements and controls.
  • Perform concurrent audits for nationalized and cooperative banks, assessing internal controls and risk management.
  • Conduct VAT audits for multiple clients, verifying compliance with state tax regulations.
  • Verify and finalize company accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.
  • Prepare and file Income Tax Returns for corporate entities, trusts, and non-corporate clients.
  • Handle the preparation and filing of TDS, Service Tax, Excise, and VAT returns, including client registrations under relevant Acts, such as GST.
  • Manage accounting and bookkeeping tasks for clients, ensuring accurate financial records and reports.

Education

CPA
Australia

Master of Commerce - Accounting and Financial Management

Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Gujarat, India
01-2016

Bachelor Of Commerce - Accounting and Financial Management

Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Gujarat, India
01-2014

Integrated Professional Competence Examination

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
01-2012

Skills

  • Financial reconciliation
  • General ledger management
  • Accounts payable
  • Accounts receivable
  • Bookkeeping
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Tax compliance
  • Client relations
  • Administration
  • Audit
  • Microsoft Excel
  • MYOB
  • Xero

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Gold Medal for Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Financial Management.
  • Ranked as a Top Performer in the Common Proficiency Test (CPT) for Chartered Accountancy.
  • School Topper in the All India Senior School Certificate Examination (AISSCE), 2011 (12th Grade).
  • Ranked among the top 1.5% of candidates nationwide in AISSCE 2011 (12th Grade).
  • Served as School Captain of Kendriya Vidyalaya during the 2010-11 academic year.

Certification

  • Qualified National Eligibility Test for Lectureship by “University Grants Commission”, India

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Accountant

Trilogy Care Pty Ltd
10.2024 - Current

Accountant

BS Sons Pte Ltd
02.2020 - 04.2024

Assistant Professor

Christ University
05.2017 - 04.2019

Assistant Accountant

Jay Shah & Co (Chartered Accountants)
04.2014 - 04.2017

CPA

Master of Commerce - Accounting and Financial Management

Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

Bachelor Of Commerce - Accounting and Financial Management

Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda

Integrated Professional Competence Examination

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Lidiya Elizabeth Das