Maria Guendi
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Trust & Accounts Supervisor at Wisewould Mahony with expertise in bank reconciliation and financial reporting. Proven track record in training teams and enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at managing accounts payable and supporting audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in high-pressure environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Trust & Accounts Supervisor
Wisewould Mahony
Melbourne, Victoria
07.2015 - Current
- Reconcile office and trust bank statements daily to guarantee the accuracy of the information using Aderant expert / Elite.
- Liaise with NAB to open and close investment accounts, including at call and term deposits.
- Process trust payments daily, guaranteeing accuracy.
- Support auditors during the annual trust audit process.
- Execute fund transfers to/from VLSB on a quarterly basis, or as necessary.
- Manage accounts payable for both matter payments and the general ledger, and ensure timely payment to suppliers before due dates.
- Process end-of-month reporting.
- Generate monthly and quarterly reports.
- Recruited and trained new accounts employees to meet job requirements.
- Distribute responsibilities among the accounts staff, defining key priorities and objectives.
- Partner with the account team to drive long-term account planning, growth, and success.
- Ensure the accuracy of transaction records in alignment with company policies and procedures.
- Manage time effectively to ensure tasks are completed on schedule, and deadlines are met.
- Train new legal assistants on using the Expert Billing in the Aderant system.
- Provide guidance to staff members regarding accounting issues or procedures.
Office Administrator and Accounts (Work Experience
Doutta Galla Aged Services Ltd
03.2015 - 03.2015
- Sorting invoices.
- Entering invoice data using DCA E-health Solutions Software (Aged Care Modules).
- Statement reconciliation.
- Setting up new creditors and associated research.
- Collating residential statements and the mailing process using an envelope machine.
- Filing
Bank Teller and Customer Service
The National Bank of Egypt (NBE)
Alexandria, Egypt
10.2009 - 11.2012
- Sell and administer bank products and services.
- Handle cash, and process personal and business credit cards, and personal loan applications.
- Resolve discrepancies in accounting processes.
- Verify and reconcile balances for individual cash drawers.
- Identify and resolve customer needs.
- Assist and support other banking staff in their tasks.
- Build customer loyalty.
- Process and perform daily bank transactions.
- Assist bank customers in depositing and withdrawing their money.
Accountant
PNF Accounting LLC
East Brunswick, New Jersey, America
05.2008 - 09.2009
- Bookkeeping & Reconciliation (QuickBooks).
- Preparing Financial Statements.
- Payroll processing.
- Tax returns according to the U.S. Taxation systems, including payroll tax and sales tax.
- Corporation income tax.
- Partnership and limited liability income tax.
- Sole Proprietorship and Individual Income Tax
Education
Bachelor of Commerce & Business Administration (Accounting) -
University of Alexandria, English Department
Alexandria, Egypt06-2008
High School Diploma -
Saint Joseph
Alexandria, Egypt06-2004
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Self-starter handling multiple priorities and delivering to conflicting deadlines
- Able to work under pressure
- Employee training
Languages
French
Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trust & Accounts Supervisor
Wisewould Mahony
07.2015 - Current
Office Administrator and Accounts (Work Experience
Doutta Galla Aged Services Ltd
03.2015 - 03.2015
Bank Teller and Customer Service
The National Bank of Egypt (NBE)
10.2009 - 11.2012
Accountant
PNF Accounting LLC
05.2008 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Commerce & Business Administration (Accounting) -
University of Alexandria, English Department
High School Diploma -
Saint Joseph
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