Michelle Chryssafis
Heatherton,VIC
Summary
Hardworking, loyal and hands on Financial Controller with CPA and over 30 years experience in Finance. An exceptional communicator who has built strong relationships with both internal and external parties.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Of Finance/Financial Controller
Globe West Pty Ltd
Victoria
11.2017 - Current
- Manage day-to-day operations within 5 person finance department .
- Oversee and manage all facets of Finance functions including financial account, management accounting , AR, AP, Payroll, tax.
- Manage the preparation and completion of Month end close, including all balance sheet reconciliations and financial statements.
- Completion of comprehensive monthly board pack, delivered within 10 business days.
- Oversee annual audit process with Deloitte, ensuring accurate representation of financial position in accordance with Australian standards, and producing annual statutory accounts.
- Ensuring continuous cross training within Finance department , making it easier for staff to cover leave.
- Enhance financial reporting accuracy through the development of comprehensive internal controls.
- Generate financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Partner with other Senior Management team to develop processing efficiencies, and continuous improvements
- Review payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Verify accurate completion of corporate income tax returns , FBT returns, Payroll tax returns, Workers compensation forms , and BAS statements.
- Produce monthly departmental budget reports
- Debtors Management
CFO/Financial Controller
ARA Property Services
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Developing and mentoring Finance team of 10
- Preparation and presentation of Monthly Directors and Board packs
- Preparation of detailed Budget package and forecasts
- Commercial decision support for Managing Director and CEO
- Cashflow management
- Debtors Management
- Overseeing annual audits conducted by Ernst & Young
- Maintaining strong relationships with Company Bankers, Solicitors, Auditors, Consultants and Insurance Brokers related to all matters involving Finance, legal, Accounting and Human Resources.
CFO/Financial Controller/HR Manager
NSK Australia Pty Ltd
06.2008 - 06.2015
- Developing and mentoring a team of 5
- Overall control of the Finance and Administrative functions and Human Resource of the Australia and New Zealand Group
- Preparation and presentation of documentation and Management reports for the Managing director and all board and shareholders meetings ensuring compliance with statutory regulations
- Overseeing the half yearly audits and internal control audits conducted by external Auditors Ernst & Young
- Producing and submitting all Statutory Financial reporting and Tax returns for both Australia and New Zealand
- Preparation of detailed Budget package and forecasts
- Human Resource Management
- Ensure JSOX compliant
- Negotiating and maintaining Advanced Pricing Agreement requirements, in Transfer Pricing for both Australia and New Zealand
- Maintaining strong relationships with Company Bankers, Solicitors, Auditors, Consultants and Insurance Brokers related to all matters involving Finance, legal, Accounting and Human Resources
- Monitoring and controlling the Company's foreign exchange exposure
- Managing inventory provisions, Debtors and Capital expenditure
- Update Company policies and staff manuals to reflect current legislation and business practices.
Finance Manager
NSK Australia Pty Ltd
01.1996 - 06.2008
- Monthly preparation of both Australia & New Zealand Financial reports
- Preparation of BAS statements & FBT returns
- Foreign currency control via Forward Contracts
- Review and approval of all balance sheet reconciliations
- Manage debtors control
- Control and maintain the fleet of company vehicles
- Review of all insurance returns
- Submission of all insurance claims
- Executive payroll.
Group Accountant
NSK Australia Pty Ltd
06.1994 - 06.1996
- Reconciliation of all Balance Sheet items
- Input of all foreign currency invoices
- Input of all journals
- Maintaining all prepayments, accruals and asset registers
- Preparation of all insurance returns.
Assistant Accountant
NSK Australia Pty Ltd
05.1993 - 06.1994
- Assisting in all areas of finance including the Accountant, Accounts Payable and Accounts receivable.
Education
Certified Practising Accounting -
CPA Australia
Melbourne01.2008
Bachelor of Business (Accounting) - Accounting
Monash University
Melbourne, VIC01.1996
Skills
- Oracle Netsuite - ERP software
- BPCS (Business Planning and Control System - ERP software)
- Excel (advanced skills)
- ERP System Implementation
- Internal controls implementation
- Organizational Skills
- Account Reconciliations
- Staff Management
- Process Implementation
- Financial Reporting
- Leadership/communication skills
- Payroll - including awards and Industrial relations
- Budgeting
- Debtors Managment
Timeline
Head Of Finance/Financial Controller
Globe West Pty Ltd
11.2017 - Current
CFO/Financial Controller
ARA Property Services
06.2015 - 11.2017
CFO/Financial Controller/HR Manager
NSK Australia Pty Ltd
06.2008 - 06.2015
Finance Manager
NSK Australia Pty Ltd
01.1996 - 06.2008
Group Accountant
NSK Australia Pty Ltd
06.1994 - 06.1996
Assistant Accountant
NSK Australia Pty Ltd
05.1993 - 06.1994
Certified Practising Accounting -
CPA Australia
Bachelor of Business (Accounting) - Accounting
Monash University