Melky Nainggolan
Sherwood,QLD
Summary
Proficient Chief Financial Officer with proven experience in commercial analytics, business strategy development and implementation, from startup to $700m in annual revenues. Offering keen financial acumen to lead businesses to profitability in both lean times and periods of growth. Experienced in finance and accounting with in-depth knowledge of travel, airline ticketing and fulfilment, IATA and GDS. Resourceful and problem-solving mindset eager to partner with executives and business leaders to achieve strategic objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
MIGAS Limited
08.2023 - Current
- Advised Board of Directors on strategic financial matters, providing insightful recommendations backed by thorough analysis.
- Ensured accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with AASB, ACNC regulations, and internal policies.
- Developed strategic financial plans to support company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
- Managed risk effectively through comprehensive insurance coverage review and implementation of robust internal controls.
- Oversaw the successful completion of external audits, addressing any recommendations promptly to ensure smooth operations.
- Led treasury management efforts by optimizing cash investments while managing cash balances to ensure continued operations.
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
Finance Manager- Chief Operating Officer
The University Of Queensland
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Direct management of 2 Senior Management Accountants, and indirect
management of 4 Management Accountants - Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
- Managed regular finance tracking for numerous divisions and operational overhead expenses.
- Facilitated effective financial decision-making by presenting complex data in simple visualizations.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk and sensitivity analyses.
- Reviewed and approved capital expenditure requests, aligning with corporate objectives (circa $350m)
Finance Manager- Research Institutes
The University Of Queensland
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Direct management of 5 Senior Management Accountants, 1 Senior Finance Coordinator across university research institutes, and indirect management of an additional 25 finance personnel
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
- Managed multimillion-dollar budgets, ensuring accurate allocation across departments.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
Financial Controller/Finance Business Partner
Flight Centre Travel Group
01.2011 - 12.2021
- Managed a team of finance professionals (including outsourcing partner), providing guidance, support, and ongoing training to ensure continued growth and development.
- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for division leader's review.
- Led financial modelling efforts for scenario analyses, enabling executive leadership to make informed decisions on strategic initiatives with significant financial implications.
- Maintained strong relationships with internal stakeholders, facilitating smooth monthly and annual finance processes.
- Played an integral role in annual budget preparation by coordinating input from various departments and consolidating data into comprehensive forecasts aligned with company strategy.
- Analyzed impact of service changes and proposed cost-effective service redesign and budget adjustments (Global Ticket Centre)
- Presented numerical and graphical data to demonstrate strategic progress.
- Commercial modelling and forecasting to maximise backend revenue of airline contracts
including, QF, EK & NZ
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
Queensland University of Technology
01.2022
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting -
Institute of Chartered Accountants
01.2011
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) -
The University of Queensland
01.2004
Graduate -
Corinda State High School
01.2000
Skills
- Staff Leadership and Management
- Financial Strategy Development
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Performance Metrics Analysis
- Financial Analysis Expertise
- Cost Reduction Strategies
- Operational Management
- Continuous Learning Mindset
References
Available on request
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer
MIGAS Limited
08.2023 - Current
Finance Manager- Chief Operating Officer
The University Of Queensland
11.2022 - 08.2023
Finance Manager- Research Institutes
The University Of Queensland
12.2021 - 10.2022
Financial Controller/Finance Business Partner
Flight Centre Travel Group
01.2011 - 12.2021
Masters of Business Administration -
Queensland University of Technology
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting -
Institute of Chartered Accountants
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) -
The University of Queensland
Graduate -
Corinda State High School
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