QUANG PHONG VU
Berwick
Summary
Payroll professional well-versed in managing payroll operations and maintaining compliance with regulations. Proven ability to streamline payroll processes and address discrepancies efficiently. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Account & Payroll Officer
Linc Group Pty Ltd
02.2025 - Current
- Process end-to-end payroll on a weekly, fortnightly, or monthly basis for all employees, including full-time, part-time, and casual staff.
- Ensure compliance with Fair Work Act, ATO regulations, Superannuation Guarantee, and other statutory obligations (PAYG, STP, etc.).
- Maintain and update employee records, including onboarding details, pay rates, leave balances, and termination payouts.
- Manage payroll journals, reconciliations, and general ledger entries in coordination with the finance team.
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, ensuring accuracy of payslips, deductions, and tax reporting.
- Process and reconcile superannuation contributions and other employee benefits.
- Prepare and lodge payroll tax, superannuation, and EOFY statements including STP finalisation.
- Respond to internal and external payroll queries in a timely and professional manner.
- Reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely payment cycles.
- Prepare and process invoices, receipts, credit notes, and adjustments.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve variances.
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting, including journal entries and accruals.
- Maintain general ledger accounts and assist in financial audits.
- Collaborate with external accountants and auditors as needed.
- Use accounting/payroll systems such as MYOB, Xero, SAP, or similar platforms to manage transactions and payroll workflows.
- Ensure accurate data entry, security of sensitive employee and financial information.
- Assist with system upgrades, process automation, or policy implementation related to finance or payroll operations.
- Prepare financial and payroll reports for internal management or external regulatory bodies.
Payroll Officer
La Trobe University
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Processed end-to-end payroll for 5,000+ academic and professional staff using advanced payroll systems.
- Ensured strict compliance with ATO legislation, superannuation obligations, and enterprise agreements.
- Managed leave balances, overtime, and deductions with 100% accuracy during STP reporting cycles.
- Generated monthly reports detailing payroll expenses and liability forecasts for Finance leadership.
- Responded to over 100 payroll inquiries weekly, resolving 98% within 24 hours.
- Assisted in upgrading payroll software to improve automation and reduce processing time by 30%.
- Conducted audits to identify discrepancies, reducing payroll errors by 15% in two months.
Payroll Specialist
Employee Managed Services Pty Ltd
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained employee records for over 1,000 personnel using Xero and internal databases.
- Audited and processed weekly and monthly timesheets, identifying and correcting discrepancies before submission.
- Supported EOFY processes and journal postings, ensuring seamless transition to financial year reporting.
- Acted as payroll subject matter expert for onboarding new clients, improving transition turnaround time by 25%.
- Delivered prompt support for pay-related queries, improving employee satisfaction survey scores by 20%.
Payroll Consultant / Assistant Accountant
Dash Group
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Processed Monthly and Quarterly Payroll Activity Statements, including PAYG, Superannuation, and payroll-related GST reporting.
- Maintained 100% accuracy in payroll reconciliations by compiling general ledger entries for payroll-related accounts within tight deadlines.
- Managed end-to-end payroll operations by organizing and executing month-end, quarterly, and year-end payroll processes.
- Updated and managed payroll records, ensuring compliance with tax obligations, leave entitlements, and insurance files.
- Provided training to new team members on payroll processes, compliance requirements, and software usage to ensure smooth onboarding.
- Advised management on payroll-related financial details, including employee compensation structures, superannuation obligations, and leave accruals.
- Prepared payroll budgets and forecasts to assist in workforce planning and financial reporting.
- Created detailed payroll reports and summaries, including payslips, employee earnings reports, and compliance documentation
- Analysed payroll data and conducted variance analyses to ensure accurate reporting and identify discrepancies.
- Tracked and processed employee tax obligations, including PAYG, superannuation, and other statutory deductions using payroll software such as MYOB Advanced, Xero, QuickBooks, and SAP.
- Served as the primary liaison with tax authorities to resolve payroll related compliance issues and inquiries.
- Produced accurate payroll tax returns to meet regulatory requirements while minimizing liabilities and avoiding penalties.
- Reviewed and prepared internal and external payroll-related commission settlements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Investigated payroll discrepancies and suspected cases of fraud, ensuring resolution and prevention of future issues.
- Assessed payroll systems for potential risks, recommending process improvements to strengthen accuracy and compliance.
Financial Officer
Acciona Coleman Rail JV
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Handled financial reporting for $200M Level Crossing Removal Project, ensuring proper budget tracking and reporting.
- Reconciled project accounts and prepared cost variance analyses for management.
- Supported invoice processing and coordinated subcontractor payments in line with contract terms.
- Contributed to monthly cost control meetings and financial forecasts for executive decision-making.
- Implemented internal audit checks, reducing reporting discrepancies by 18%.
Assistant Accountant (Casual)
Iron Mountain
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Prepared balance sheets, P&L statements, and tax reports for departmental reporting.
- Entered journal entries and reconciled accounts weekly, maintaining clean audit trails.
- Assisted in migration of financial data during system upgrade, ensuring zero data loss.
Accountant
DT Oceania Clothing Services
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Processed daily sales, accounts receivable, payables, and monthly general ledger reconciliations.
- Produced company BAS, FBT, and tax returns in accordance with federal tax law.
- Led financial forecasting and variance analysis, helping reduce unnecessary costs by 10%.
- Collaborated with auditors and prepared financial statements for internal and external reviews.
- Streamlined invoicing process, cutting processing time by 40% through system redesign in Xero.
Accounting Intern
Ingram’s Accounting Group
12.2017 - 03.2018
- Assisted with preparation of PAYG, accounts payable/receivable, and general bookkeeping using MYOB.
- Supported tax filing for SMEs and gained hands-on experience in compliance and client communication.
- Participated in weekly training sessions on tax law, enhancing understanding of ATO obligations.
Education
Master of Professional Accounting -
La Trobe University
07.2017
Bachelor of Finance & Banking - undefined
National Economics University
09.2014
Skills
- Advanced Excel, MYOB, Xero, SAP, etc
- Payroll compliance & reconciliations
- Financial reporting & GL management
- PAYG, Superannuation, BAS, FBT
- Strong communication and problem-solving
- Process improvement and automation
- Team training and onboarding
- Payroll processing
Websites
Certification
- CA Provisional Member – Chartered Accountants ANZ
- Continuing coursework in Chartered Accountant Program
Languages
Vietnamese: Native
English: Upper Intermediate (IELTS 7.5 overall)
Personal Information
- Visa Status: Permanent Residency
- References available upon request.
Timeline
Account & Payroll Officer
Linc Group Pty Ltd
02.2025 - Current
Payroll Officer
La Trobe University
10.2024 - 12.2024
Payroll Specialist
Employee Managed Services Pty Ltd
07.2024 - 10.2024
Payroll Consultant / Assistant Accountant
Dash Group
03.2022 - 12.2023
Financial Officer
Acciona Coleman Rail JV
08.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Accountant (Casual)
Iron Mountain
05.2021 - 08.2021
Accountant
DT Oceania Clothing Services
05.2018 - 05.2021
Accounting Intern
Ingram’s Accounting Group
12.2017 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Finance & Banking - undefined
National Economics University
Master of Professional Accounting -
La Trobe University
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