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Local government council in North Sydney. Managed property rates, debt recovery, and revenue compliance in a high-volume, customer-facing environment.

• Developed comprehensive reports on delinquent accounts, recommending strategies to reduce outstanding receivables by five percent.
• Oversaw approximately 250 commercial trade waste service accounts, ensuring operational efficiency.
• Processed payments via BPAY and Australia Post for rates, debtors, and property settlements.
• Assisted taxpayers and debtors with account inquiries and payment plan options.
• Facilitated rebate processes for customers, following strict authorization protocols.
• Investigated taxpayer complaints regarding payment discrepancies and billing errors.
• Negotiated repayment arrangements with customers to resolve outstanding debt issues.
• Utilized Pathways, ECM, and TechOne systems for efficient account management.

The Royal Automobile Club of Australia is a prestigious private members' club in Sydney. As Accounts Officer, I managed accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, payment processing, and member account reconciliation.

• Executed audits to reconcile cash and credit card transaction discrepancies.
• Performed balance procedures for approximately 1,800 member accounts, resolving inconsistencies.
• Documented onboarding procedures to ensure new employees are trained efficiently.
• Collaborated with an accountant to compile and prepare the required data and reports.
• Proactively communicated with members to follow up on unpaid statements.
• Trained new employees on finance policies, accounting procedures, and software applications.
• System used: NorthStar.

Shriji Foods Pty Ltd is a renowned manufacturer of authentic Indian sweets. As an Assistant Accountant, I supported financial operations, including processing accounts payable and receivable, and assisting with monthly reconciliations.

• Assisted in preparing month-end closing entries for accurate reporting and recordkeeping.
• Communicated with vendors and clients to ensure timely payments, reducing outstanding receivables and payables.
• Tracked timesheets for approximately 10 employees to ensure precise payroll calculations.
• Prepared around 300 invoices weekly for efficient billing processes.
• Reconciled monthly bank statements, addressing and correcting discrepancies promptly.
• System Used: QuickBooks and MYOB.

A tax and accounting firm offering expert services. Managed accurate data entry, record maintenance, and supported day-to-day administrative tasks within the office.

• Maintained accurate company records with the ATO, and liaised for compliance.
• Assisted in the preparation of the BAS and individual tax filing.
• Executed data cleaning tasks to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Compared source documents to verify data accuracy systematically.
• Utilized HandiSoft and Excel to streamline record management processes.

A prominent grocery retailer in Brookvale. I oversaw accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, and supported the financial administration of the business.

• Reconciled cash, bank, and credit card statements to identify transaction discrepancies.
• Processed accounts payable invoices, securing approvals for timely payments.
• Managed timesheet calculations for over 10 employees, ensuring payroll accuracy.
• Maintained accurate financial records through diligent data entry practices.
• Verified bills and requisitions for goods and services before processing.
• Maintained and ordered inventories of fresh produce and staple goods.