Ni W. Engaluni Patoji
North Parramatta
Summary
Experienced financial professional with strong track record in driving financial strategies and managing budgets. Adept in financial reporting, analysis, and compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability and reliability. Skilled in forecasting, risk management, and financial planning. Highly valued for strategic thinking and effective problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Controller (Australia Hub)
Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts
12.2020 - 01.2025
- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process for Management Letting Right hotels ensuring timely completion of accurate owner statements.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages (Income statement ,Balance Sheet). Streamlined financial reporting processes across 10 properties in the Australia region, reducing month-end closing time by 40%
- Prepared and Presented Consolidated income statements for hotels under Management Letting Right and Hotel Management Agreements for Senior Executive review
- Conducted regular variance analyses between actual results and budget to identify trends or issues requiring further investigation or action by management staff.
- Reduced operating costs through meticulous budget management and cost analysis. Achieved and maintained actual monthly profit retention of 80% compare to monthly budget
- Optimized the monthly forecasting processes across the region, targeting profit retention of 50% compared to budget and ensuring more accurate financial projections.
- Enhanced cash flow management with timely accounts receivable monitoring and collections efforts.
- Managed a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, support, and ongoing training to ensure continued growth and development.
- Managed weekly payroll data entry and processing for all hotel employees ( approx 150 people) to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Managed preparation and filing BAS, IAS, FBT, Payroll Tax, Super, Work Comp in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Collaborated closely with department heads to prepare and establish accurate annual capital and operating budgets,
- Mitigated risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for revenues and expenditures.
- Developed comprehensive financial models for strategic planning and decision-making purposes.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions. Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Supported Director of Finance with special projects and additional job duties.
Assistant Financial Controller (Australia Hub)
Staywell Holdings Pty Ltd (owned by Prince Hotel)
07.2017 - 11.2020
- Worked closely with operations teams to improve hotel management practices, resulting in reduced carrying costs without impacting service levels or customer satisfaction.
- Assisted to supervise accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages including reviewing variances against monthly budget and monthly forecast.
- Prepared and report month end process (rollover) for hotels under Management Letting Right agreement
- Prepared monthly balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting of assets and liabilities.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data to prepare monthly forecast.
- Provided support during annual budgeting cycles by preparing detailed variance analyses and explanations for senior leadership review.
- Managed fixed assets accounting process, including asset additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation calculations, and reconciliations.
- Optimized cash flow management by closely monitoring accounts receivable and payable activities.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Mentored junior finance team members on best practices in accounting principles.
Hotel Accountant
Staywell Hospitality Group Pty Ltd
11.2014 - 06.2017
- Facilitated communication between accounting department and other hotel staff, fostering a positive working environment.
- Improved financial accuracy by diligently reviewing and reconciling daily revenue reports.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and accurate recordkeeping
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for month end process ( rollover) for hotels under Management Letting Right
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis. Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Prepared detailed financial statements for Financial Controller, highlighting key performance indicators
- Processing hotel payroll according to procedures to ensure timely disbursement of employee wages while minimizing errors.
- Conducted regular internal audits to identify potential issues, providing recommendations for corrective actions.
- Collaborated with hotel management to develop annual budgets in alignment with strategic goals.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting -
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSWBachelor of Commerce - Finance And Accounting
Udayana University
Bali-IndonesiaSkills
- Familiarity with industry standard hotel , food and beverage accounting
- Thorough knowledge of balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
- Wide knowledge of hotel operations, services, and accounting
- Proficient with PMS and POS systems
- Ability to monitor, approve, and prepare payroll accounts
- Ability to prepare and review budgets, operating results, and sales
- Ability to manage cash flow and payables
- System upgrade and implementation projects (PMS, procurement, ERP)
Certification
- Cyber Security Awareness Training - Institute of Hospitality
- Leadership Training - Tourism Accommodation Australia
Awards
- Best Presenter Award - Seibu Prince Hotel and Resorts Australia Workshop
- Employee winner for Company Vision Mission Value Award 2024
Timeline
Financial Controller (Australia Hub)
Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts
12.2020 - 01.2025
Assistant Financial Controller (Australia Hub)
Staywell Holdings Pty Ltd (owned by Prince Hotel)
07.2017 - 11.2020
Hotel Accountant
Staywell Hospitality Group Pty Ltd
11.2014 - 06.2017
Post Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting -
Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance And Accounting
Udayana University
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