Strong excel skills
PRASANTH YOHALINGAM
Senior CPA Qualified Accountant
Sydney,NSW
Summary
CPA qualified Accountant with extensive Accounting experiences over the past 20 years. I bring with me strong interpersonal communication skills from working across multiple industries such as Publishing, manufacturing, electronix. Organised and dependable individual successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals, and constantly looking to improve processes to save cost and time. Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships. Proven successful working with internal and external stakeholders in developing systems that reduced cost and boost credit in the company. While speaking multiple languages Tamil, Hindi and English has assisted with problem solving skills and better communicate with clients and colleagues.
Overview
54
54
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
National Financial Accountant
Hachette Australia
Sydney , NSW
09.2006 - Current
- Led projects and analysed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Lead and responsible for preparation of monthly management reports. Profit & Loss statement, Balance Sheet and cash flow for Australia and New Zealand.
- Assessed budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income and project accurate expenses.
- Contributed to financial and operational risk reduction by evaluating effectiveness of controls and subsystems.
- Analyzed and prepared annual budgets to contain costs, minimize losses and assure compliance with internal controls.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Organised budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Delivered exceptional project management and addressed complex business strategy for senior leadership.
- Monitored both federal and state requirements to minimise legal and financial risks.
- Led daily general ledger entries, using double-entry accounting method and check backs.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Maintained the Fixed Asset Register and all related monthly journals.(depreciation, additions and disposal)
- Supervision of accounts payable to monitor and forecast accurate financial balance
- Ownership of month end management reporting to the UK the parent company and investors
- Prepare and submit various industry surveys and government filings
- Reconciling key General Ledgers including stock, royalties, Rebates, Trade Debtors and UK & HLNZ current account.
- Prepare and lodge annual FBT returns for Australia and NZ also responsible for ABS reporting.
State Financial Accountant
Electrolux Australia
Sydney, NSW
01.2000 - 07.2024
- Used Microsoft excel and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Responsible for monthly management reports. Profit & Loss & Balance Sheet, annual budgets, Balance sheet reconciliation.
- Responsible for Advertising, Rebate & Discount claims also maintaining the General Ledger
Treasury Accountant
Electrolux Australia
Sydney, NSW
09.1996 - 08.2006
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Responsible for Group Cash pool & daily Cash Management.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Responsible for Cash flow forecasting, Desk bank, Eftpos & Merchant facility
- Contacted customers to immediately find resolutions for escalated issues.
- Identified audit risks, prepared budgets, monthly management reports such as Profit & Loss & Balance Sheet. Also coordinated with management and audit team in preparing related reports.
- Deliver on Ad Hoc reports as requested by financial controller & other senior management.
- Responsible for payment of all FX & Overseas payments.
- Successfully reconciled foreign currency Bank accounts (USD,EUR & NZ).
- Responsible for management of Group Companies Payables & Receivables
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Suggested key budgetary changes to increase company profits.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Stock Controller
Electrolux Australia
Sydney, NSW
09.1996 - 11.1998
- Conducting physical stock take monthly, determined and performed appropriate adjustments of authorised stock levels.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
- Investigating stock variance with warehouse manager/factories
- Reconciling physical stock take with general ledger
Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk
ENGINEERS AUSTRALIA
Sydney, NSW
10.1994 - 09.1996
- Maintaining Accounts payable – 500 Creditors.
- Preparing wages, Payroll tax, Group tax and Superannuation.
- Ensure general ledgers and balance sheet are properly maintained and reconciled.
Education
CPA Program -
CPA Qualification
Deakin University 02.2002 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW 01.1998 - 06.2001
Advance Diploma in Accounting - Accounting
TAFE
Sydney, NSW 01.1995 - 11.1997
Skills
MS Excel Advance
undefinedSoftware
Timeline
National Financial Accountant
Hachette Australia
09.2006 - Current
CPA Program -
CPA Qualification
02.2002 - 06.2004
State Financial Accountant
Electrolux Australia
01.2000 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
Western Sydney University
01.1998 - 06.2001
Treasury Accountant
Electrolux Australia
09.1996 - 08.2006
Stock Controller
Electrolux Australia
09.1996 - 11.1998
Advance Diploma in Accounting - Accounting
TAFE
01.1995 - 11.1997
Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk
ENGINEERS AUSTRALIA
10.1994 - 09.1996
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