Meina Piao
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Finance professional with experience in Fortune 500 and fast-growing companies across technology, fashion, FMCG and internet sectors. Skilled in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and cost control for the Asia-Pacific region. Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, support fundraising and IPO preparation, and act as a bridge between finance and operations. Fluent in English, Mandarin and Korean, with solid overseas experience and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Parental Leave&Childcare
Self-employeed
10.2022 - Current
- Full-time commitment to pregnancy, childbirth and childcare.
Financial Business Partner
SupreMind(闪马智能)
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Prepared the company for a stock exchange listing by developing comparative analyses against industry peers, highlighting differences and providing detailed recommendations to the CFO to strengthen IPO readiness.
- Controlled costs and led budgeting and forecasting for the research & development team, ensuring close alignment between financial planning and operational objectives.
- Coordinated financial reporting, budget oversight, expense management, resource allocation and contract reviews; built financial models that linked R&D data with sales performance for deeper insights.
- Drafted financing materials and supported mergers and acquisitions; set annual financial goals for the R&D department and reported progress to the CTO and senior management.
- Achievements: Participated in and completed three fundraising rounds (Series B-D), supporting the company's valuation growth to an estimated RMB 3.8-5 billion. Integrated finance with business operations to improve management efficiency.
Financial Analyst
Siemens
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Performed business analysis for the automation consulting services division, analysing project contracts, controlling costs and producing budgets and forecasts.
- Reviewed project progress and prepared monthly project summary reports, ensuring expenses were in line with contract terms and that client billings were accurate.
- Achievements: Identified inefficiencies and provided actionable recommendations to improve productivity. Analysed the 2020 financial statements and helped finalise the 2021 budget and forecast.
Financial Analyst
Cisco Systems
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Conducted business analysis for network communications products; analysed data to uncover reasons for cost fluctuations and forecasted monthly expenses.
- Maintained inventory data and matched it to Telecom Expense Management (TEM) contracts; prepared quarterly cost accounting reports and summaries.
- Collaborated with IT services, finance and procurement teams; prepared and released monthly, quarterly and annual results, ensuring completeness, accuracy and meaningful variance commentary.
- Achievements: Efficiently managed a monthly budget of approximately AUD1million. Contributed to decision-making and reforms that enabled more effective adjustments each month and quarter, improving line-operation efficiency by about 5%.
Accountant
My Accounting Services Pty Ltd
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Prepared monthly budgets based on historical records and Business Activity Statements (BAS) for a portfolio of clients.
- Produced income tax returns for individuals, companies, partnerships and trusts; implemented tax-planning strategies.
- Liaised with government authorities (ATO) and external auditors on behalf of clients and supported the manager in providing tax consulting services.
- Achievements: Efficiently gathered information and resolved issues for 200 clients, maintaining strong relationships and consistently delivering high-quality, accurate work on time.
Accounting Intern
Catholic Healthcare Community
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Conducted monthly billing for clients, brokers and direct debits with a focus on timeliness and accuracy.
- Ensured all client fees were correctly charged and followed up on unresolved account issues.
- Entered clients' health insurance data into government systems; reconciled Medicare payment statements and addressed any discrepancies affecting funding.
- Achievements: Earned continuous positive feedback from the manager for accuracy and reliability.
Finance Lead
Harbour Imaging Studio
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Performed business and market trend analyses; managed budgets, forecasts, cost controls and cash flow.
- Oversaw the fixed asset register and provided business recommendations to improve financial performance.
- Assisted in preparing financial reports.
- Achievements: Implemented an account information management system that increased efficiency by 30%; provided business advice that delivered 10-30% cost savings and improved profits. Developed collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Education
Master of Accounting - undefined
Macquarie University
12.2016
Skills
- Financial systems: SAP, Xero, MYOB, Tangoe, Oracle, Procura
- Software: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Data tools: SQL, Tableau
- Financial planning & analysis, budgeting, forecasting and cost control
- Business partnering, contract review and resource allocation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; trusted and ethical
Languages
English: Fluent
Mandarin: Native
Korean: Native
Additional Experience
- Beauty Consultant (Part-Time) - Myer & David Jones Department Stores, Sydney | Apr 2018-Jul 2018
- Delivered outstanding customer service while achieving individual and team sales targets.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Interpreter (Part-Time) - Incheon Asian Games, South Korea | Sep 2014- Oct 2014
- Provided simultaneous interpretation between Mandarin and Korean for clients invited by event sponsors.
- Translated during events, accurately understanding customer requirements and conveying detailed information; handled unexpected issues in a high-pressure environment.
Timeline
Parental Leave&Childcare
Self-employeed
10.2022 - Current
Financial Business Partner
SupreMind(闪马智能)
03.2021 - 11.2022
Financial Analyst
Siemens
10.2020 - 12.2020
Financial Analyst
Cisco Systems
10.2019 - 08.2020
Accounting Intern
Catholic Healthcare Community
04.2018 - 07.2018
Accountant
My Accounting Services Pty Ltd
07.2017 - 06.2019
Finance Lead
Harbour Imaging Studio
01.2016 - 08.2017
Master of Accounting - undefined
Macquarie University