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Manan Sidhu
Senior Accountant
Fortitude Valley,QLD
Summary
Knowledgeable Accountant proficient in laws and procedures governing business operations, tax filings and regulatory compliance. Handles detail-oriented work in methodical and organized fashion. Leverages field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence to make positive impact on business operations.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
UNITA LTD.
MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (Contract Position)
6 2024 - 8 2024
Job overview
- Managed the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed comprehensive budgets and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
- Led the month-end close process, including reconciliations and variance analysis, improving financial accuracy and reporting timeliness.
- Provided financial insights to senior management, enabling informed business decisions and resource allocation.
- Streamlined accounting processes, reducing errors and improving efficiency by implementing new procedures.
- Facilitated the successful transition of the accounts team to an offshore team by providing comprehensive training via video calls and developing detailed instruction manuals. Ensured seamless knowledge transfer and maintained operational continuity during the transition.
JUMBO INTERACTIVE
Corporate ACCOUNTANT (Contract Position)
10.2023 - 5 2024
Job overview
- Took over the responsibility within one week abruptly when the previous team departed, ensuring continuity n payment processing and supplier relationships.
- Successfully introduced new accounting software to streamline accounts payable processes, improving efficiency and accuracy in financial transactions
- Provided comprehensive training to team members on the newly introduced accounting software, facilitating a smooth transition and ensuring proficiency among staff members.
- collaborated with stakeholders to develop and implement new processes and procedures in accounts payable, optimizing workflows and enhancing control over financial transactions.
- Maintained effective communication with suppliers, resolving issues promptly and fostering positive relationships to ensure timely payments and minimize disruptions in the supply chain.
- Maintained accurate records of accounts payable transactions and generated timely reports to support financial analysis and decision-making processes.
- Worked closely with other departments, including finance and procurement, to coordinate payment approvals, resolve discrepancies, and support organizational objectives.
MIGAS APRRENTICE & TRAINEES
CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT (Contract Position)
04.2023 - 09.2023
Job overview
- - Prepared financial statements, income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, providing accurate and up-to-date financial information.
- - BAS lodgement for two companies in group
- - FBT lodgement
- - Preparing weekly revenue reports for the board members and otherdepartments in office
- - Accounts payables
- - Managed daily accounting operations, including journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations
- - Fortnightly Payroll processing
- - Collaborated with the finance team to improve financial processes, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings
- - Resolving suppliers’ issues with good communication skills
- - Communicating with other departments regarding the payments
MINECORP AUSTRALIA
ACCOUNTANT (Contract Position)
01.2023 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Handled the end-to-end accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Ensured timely completion of month-end and year-end closing processes, maintaining accuracy in financial records.
- Analyzed financial data to support business decisions, contributing to cost-saving initiatives
- Picking up on the accounting duties instantly to help the finance department inend of year process and monthly rollover of ledger
- - Sorting out the suppliers’ payments and invoices piled up from past three months
- - Daily and monthly reconciliations
- - Organising the purchase orders and sales orders
- Helping in training the new team members in Pronto software along withcompany accounting protocols
- - Resolving suppliers’ issues with good communication skills
- - Arrangements with the suppliers for suspended or overdue accounts due toprocess delay in past
- - Communicating with other departments regarding the payments
HLB MANN JUDD
BOOKKEEPER
02.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Maintained accurate financial records by managing accounts payable and receivable, and performing regular reconciliations.
- Generated financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements, to support client decision-making.
- Assisted with tax preparation and lodgement, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Prepared BAS and IAS reports, payroll processing, and multi-entity tax assistance
- Supported the implementation of a new accounting system, enhancing efficiency and data accuracy.
- Managed bookkeeping and accounts for over 60 organizations
- Provided financial advice and prepared end-of-month and quarter financial reports for clients.
- the clients and suggesting amendments for the bookkeeping form of several business.
WALSHS FINANCIALS
BOOKKEEPER & Business Advisor (Contract Position)
06.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Managed bookkeeping for various clients, including doctor entities
- Prepared BAS and IAS reports, managed workflow for bookkeeping team.
- Provided financial advice for bookkeeping and tax purposes.
FORENSIC ACCOUNTING GROUP
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT & BOOKKEEPER
01.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Prepared tax documents, BAS and IAS reports, and payroll processing.
- Communicated with clients and aided with bookkeeping duties and business structures.
- Assisted with the preparation of financial reports, ensuring they met legal requirements and internal guidelines.
- Performed reconciliations and maintained accurate records of financial transactions.
- Supported senior accountants in tax preparation and compliance, contributing to the successful filing of tax returns.
- Played a key role in transitioning from cash basis to accrual basis accounting, enhancing the accuracy of financial reporting.
Ravishing Fashionistas
Finance Manager & Administrative Coordinator
01.2021 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Worked as an assistant to the CEO and founder for the show
- - Organizing the photoshoots and video shoots for in house and for News channels and magazines
- - Preparing budgets for the events and shoots
- - Organising Auditions and casting for the show as well as Coordinating with designers, models, photographer and outer source for the events
- - Providing efficient communication for the sponsors of show and organizing meetings with the CEO
- - Organising the model training workshops
- - Managing team of 8 in organisation and 20 volunteers
Education
University Overview
- CAANZ Qualification
- Bachelor of Professional Accounting & Business
Skills
Management accounting
General Ledger Management
Payroll Management
Bookkeeping
Accounts Payable and Receivables
Budget Analysis
Tax Return Filing
Financial Reporting
Financial Planning
Account reconciliation specialist
Customer Relations
Social Media Management
Software
MS Suite
Myob
Pronto
Netsuite
Quickbooks
SAP
CRMs Specialist
Oracle
Google Workspace
Expense Manager
Approval Max
Advanced MS Excel
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Basketball National Level Player
Animation with Disney and Netflix
Reading
Professionalexperiencehighlights
- Full-cycle Accounting Management: Managed end-to-end accounting processes for multiple firms, overseeing daily bookkeeping, month-end duties, and reconciliations.
- Process Improvement: Spearheaded the development and implementation of new accounting procedures and processes, streamlining operations for efficiency and accuracy.
- Manual Development: Authored comprehensive manuals outlining Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance across teams.
- Software Implementation and Training: Introduced advanced accounting software solutions, providing hands-on training to colleagues to optimize utilization and proficiency.
- Financial Reporting: Generated monthly reports, ensuring timely and accurate financial insights for decision-making and compliance purposes.
- Tax Compliance: Managed monthly and quarterly BAS (Business Activity Statement) preparation and lodgement, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and deadlines.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable Management: Oversaw daily and weekly AP and AR duties, including invoice processing, vendor management, and collections, maintaining strong financial relationships.
- Transition to Accrual Basis Accounting: Assisted in transitioning from cash basis to accrual basis accounting, collaborating with the financial controller to ensure seamless integration and reporting accuracy.
- Backlog Resolution: Cleared backlog from cash basis accounting, implementing strategies to address outstanding issues and reconcile accounts effectively.
Timeline
Corporate ACCOUNTANT (Contract Position)
JUMBO INTERACTIVE
10.2023 - 5 2024
CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT (Contract Position)
MIGAS APRRENTICE & TRAINEES
04.2023 - 09.2023
ACCOUNTANT (Contract Position)
MINECORP AUSTRALIA
01.2023 - 03.2023
BOOKKEEPER
HLB MANN JUDD
02.2022 - 12.2022
BOOKKEEPER & Business Advisor (Contract Position)
WALSHS FINANCIALS
06.2021 - 12.2021
Finance Manager & Administrative Coordinator
Ravishing Fashionistas
01.2021 - 11.2023
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT & BOOKKEEPER
FORENSIC ACCOUNTING GROUP
01.2020 - 12.2020
MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (Contract Position)
UNITA LTD.
6 2024 - 8 2024