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Melissa Lester

Adelaide,SA

Summary

Seasoned Finance Team Leader with background in managing diverse financial operations. Skilled in strategic planning, budgeting and financial reporting, with proven ability to improve operational efficiency. Demonstrated strengths include leadership, team collaboration, and problem-solving aptitude. Instrumental in driving revenue growth and cost savings in previous roles.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Admin/Finance Team Leader

Continuum Care Australia
Gilles Plains, SA
07.2023 - Current
  • Created detailed expense reports for senior management's review.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve accuracy and efficiency in the finance department.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to junior members of the finance team, helping them develop their skills and knowledge.
  • Performed cost analysis on proposed projects or investments to determine potential returns.
  • Provided support during external audits conducted by third-party auditors.
  • Coordinated payroll processing activities including direct deposits, time tracking.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing regular feedback to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable functions such as invoicing customers or paying vendors.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting procedures were followed.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, local tax laws as well as generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the finance team, ensuring timely completion of all financial tasks.
  • Conducted internal audits of accounting records to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Prepared monthly financial statements for review by senior management, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
  • Monitored past due accounts and pursued collections on outstanding invoices.
  • Contributed to coordination and implementation of improved training programs.
  • Organized pre-employment assessments such as aptitude tests or background checks when necessary.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to identify job requirements and competencies needed for open roles.
  • Evaluated applicant resumes against job requirements to determine which applicants should be contacted for interviews.
  • Facilitated the onboarding process by providing new hire orientation sessions.
  • Conducted interviews and assessed applicants' qualifications, skills, experience, and fit for positions.
  • Conducted performance reviews to enhance team productivity and ensure alignment with company goals.
  • Executed employee dismissals in compliance with company policies.
  • Oversaw dismissals, maintaining professionalism and compliance with regulations.
  • Executed account reconciliations, maintaining precise records and resolving discrepancies effectively.
  • Utilized Xero to streamline financial processes and enhance team efficiency.
  • Utilized Visual Care software to streamline administrative and financial processes.

Finance Officer

Jobfit Health Group
North Adelaide, SA
02.2020 - 07.2023
  • Performed budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis on a monthly basis.
  • Conducted financial analysis to identify potential areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management review.
  • Implemented new accounting systems or software programs as needed.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable processes while ensuring accurate recording of transactions in the general ledger system.
  • Coordinated audits with both internal and external auditors to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
  • Participated in special projects related to process improvement initiatives.
  • Created ad hoc reports as requested by senior management team members or external stakeholders such as investors or lenders.
  • Created and maintained a database of daily transactions, including payments, receipts, transfers and investments.
  • Ensured timely completion of all required regulatory filings related to treasury activities.
  • Developed strategies to reduce overdue debt levels in a timely manner.
  • Generated reports to track the status of accounts receivable balances.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer accounts and payments.
  • Prepared monthly statements for customers detailing their account activity.
  • Investigated and resolved customer queries promptly.
  • Reconciled customer accounts regularly to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Provided training on credit control procedures to new staff members.
  • Monitored overdue accounts and contacted customers to arrange payment plans.

Education

Diploma - Accounting And Bookkeeping

Australian College of Business And Training
Sydney, NSW

Skills

  • Financial analysis
  • Payroll administration
  • Account reconciliation
  • Tax compliance
  • Expense reporting
  • Data entry
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Cash flow forecasting
  • Debt management
  • Financial audits
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Accounts payable management
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Xero
  • SAP Business One
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Health Management System
  • Visual Care

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Admin/Finance Team Leader

Continuum Care Australia
07.2023 - Current

Finance Officer

Jobfit Health Group
02.2020 - 07.2023

Diploma - Accounting And Bookkeeping

Australian College of Business And Training

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