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Ozlem Saricam

Dallas,VIC

Summary

Experienced and goal-focused Accountant with record of accurate reporting and budget management. Offering 20 years of experience handling finances for two locations. Processed payroll, budgets, reports, audits, journals, expenditures and payments. Diligently maintains latest training on tax regulations and legal issues impacting financial operations. Proven track record of performing work ethically while maintaining integrity of all financial data.


Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accountant

FKML PTY LTD
06.2004 - Current
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
  • Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
  • A comprehensive level of tax knowledge, for example but not limited to; GST, Div 7A, PSI and non commercial loss provisions, Trust law, Company tax, Capital Gains Tax (including SBE CGT provisions) and Family tax benefits and be able to apply this knowledge to client issues across various entities.
  • Spearheaded a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and guidance to improve efficiency and accuracy in their work.
  • Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Preparation and lodgement of Individual, Partnerships, Companies, Family Trusts and SMSF's tax returns to the Australian Taxation Office.

Senior Manager

Fresh Plus Supermarket
01.1999 - 05.2004
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And E-Commerce

Deakin University
Geelong, VIC
09.2003

Skills

    General ledger accounting

    Financial Reporting

    Audit Support

    Financial statement review

    Bank Reconciliation

    Tax Preparation

    Cash Flow Management

    Payroll Processing

    Expertise in Xero, MYOB, ICE Systems Manager and Microsoft Systems Implementation

    Government Accounting

Timeline

Senior Accountant

FKML PTY LTD
06.2004 - Current

Senior Manager

Fresh Plus Supermarket
01.1999 - 05.2004

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And E-Commerce

Deakin University
Ozlem Saricam