LYDIA MCLAREN
Goolboo
Summary
Motivated individual with experience in accounting administration and customer service. Demonstrates responsibility, quick learning abilities, and meticulous attention to detail, prioritizing accuracy. Works effectively both independently and in teams with minimal supervision. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and business practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Officer
Mackay’s Marketing
01.2021 - Current
- Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Ensured timely vendor payments by managing invoice processing and expense tracking systems.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial statements through meticulous data entry and record-keeping practices.
- Enhanced financial reporting efficiency with thorough account reconciliations and analysis.
- Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing comprehensive journal entries and adjusting balances as necessary.
- Contributed to successful year-end audits through diligent documentation maintenance and collaborative communication with auditors.
- Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
- Managed tax preparation efforts, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while minimizing liability exposure.
- Assisted in budget planning, forecasting, and monitoring expenses to ensure adherence to fiscal guidelines and goals.
Bookkeeping Assistant
Chequers Financial Services T/A FNQ Accounting
10.2014 - 12.2020
- Supported month-end closing activities, such as reconciling bank statements and adjusting journal entries, for accurate financial reporting purposes.
- Reconciled bank statements and credit card accounts for accuracy and completeness.
- Assisted in timely invoicing for clients, ensuring prompt payments and positive cash flow.
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive financial information, upholding ethical standards in all professional interactions.
- Updated financial records using various software programs for current, accurate accounts.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries related to billing issues or account balances due diligently and professionally.
- Organized digital filing systems for easy retrieval of historical financial documents during audits or annual reviews.
- Ensured accurate recording of financial transactions by meticulously entering data into accounting systems.
- Processed employee and contractor expense reimbursements quickly.
- Assisted with payroll processing, including timesheet verification, benefit calculations, and distributing paychecks accurately and on time.
- Reduced errors in financial records by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies.
- Collaborated closely with senior bookkeepers to complete complex tasks efficiently while meeting deadlines consistently.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate financial statements for management review and decisionmaking.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing efficient accounting software and procedures.
Education
Akaroa Area School
Akaroa, Ne109.2024
Tully State High School
Tully, Jueenland08.2022
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Customer Service
- Ability to Multitask
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Effective Time Management
Timeline
Accounts Officer
Mackay’s Marketing
01.2021 - Current
Bookkeeping Assistant
Chequers Financial Services T/A FNQ Accounting
10.2014 - 12.2020
Akaroa Area School
Tully State High School
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