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Rawan Obeid

Parramatta,NSW

Summary


I am an ambitious and detail-oriented accountant with a strong passion for financial analysis and strategic decision-making. With a solid foundation in accounting principles and a keen eye for accuracy, I have honed my skills in managing financial records, preparing reports, and providing valuable insights to drive business growth. My expertise spans budgeting, forecasting, and compliance, and I thrive in dynamic environments where my problem-solving skills can make a significant impact.

My proactive nature and ability to work collaboratively with teams make me an effective communicator, capable of explaining complex financial concepts to stakeholders with varying levels of expertise.

Focused on continuous professional development, I am committed to staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and regulations. With a goal-oriented mindset, I am eager to take on new challenges and further my career in accounting while contributing to the financial success of the organization and looking for ways to add value to the company.


Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounts Receivable Officer

North Sydney Bus Charters
07.2023 - Current


Invoice Creation and Issuance

  • Generate Invoices: Prepare and issue invoices to customers based on services rendered. Ensure invoices are accurate and comply with company policies.
  • Customize Billing Statements: Adding terms, discounts, or any special conditions related to the sale.
  • Follow-Up on Unpaid Invoices: Ensure that invoices are paid according to agreed terms by following up on overdue accounts.

Payment Processing

  • Record Payments: Payments allocations using MYOB system, ensuring they are applied to the correct accounts.
  • Issue Receipts: Provide receipts for payments, acknowledging that the company has received funds.

Reporting and Reconciliation

  • Maintain Accounts Receivable Ledger: Keep an up-to-date ledger of all customer accounts, recording payments and any adjustments or credits.
  • Monitor Aging Accounts: Regularly review accounts receivable aging reports to identify overdue accounts and take appropriate action.
  • Credit Control: Assess new customer creditworthiness and set appropriate credit limits for customers.

Accounts Collection and Dispute Resolution

  • Follow-Up with Customers: Contact customers via phone, email, or letter to remind them of overdue payments and request settlement in a professional and polite manner.
  • Negotiate Payment Plans: Negotiate a structured payment plan to help customers struggling with large amounts of debt pay off outstanding balances.
  • Resolve Payment Discrepancies: Investigate any disputes regarding charges or payment discrepancies and work with customers and internal departments (sales, customer service) to resolve them.

Financial Reporting

  • Prepare Reports: Regularly prepare aging reports and other financial summaries for management to track the state of receivables.
  • Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile daily bank transactions and cross-check payments with invoices, ensuring that all payments are correctly posted.
  • Month-End and Year-End Closing: Assist with the month-end and year-end closing process by ensuring that all receivables are recorded and up to date, including necessary adjustments and bad debt provisions.

Maintaining Customer Relationships

  • Customer Service: Provide a high level of customer service by answering customer queries, addressing concerns related to their accounts, and ensuring a smooth and professional relationship.
  • Liaison with Other Departments: Work with the sales, customer service, and credit departments to resolve any issues that could delay payments, such as customer complaints or issues with service delivery.

Financial Compliance Control

  • Adhere to Company Policies: Follow internal processes and procedures related to accounts receivable, ensuring compliance with legal, tax, and company standards.
  • Maintain Data Accuracy: Ensure that all information related to customer accounts, payments, and invoices is accurate, complete, and securely stored.
  • Support Audits: Assist with internal and external audits by providing requested reports and supporting documentation for receivables.

Continuous Improvement

  • Process Improvement: Continuously assess and suggest improvements to the accounts receivable process to make it more efficient and reduce outstanding debt.
  • Software and Tools Usage: Stay current with software and tools that can streamline accounts receivable management (e.g., automated invoicing, customer payment portals, and accounting software).

Accounts and Administration Coordinator

Sydney Sports Management Group
05.2021 - 06.2023


Accounts Receivable Payment Processing and Reconciliations
• Keep track and process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivable data
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Verify discrepancies by and resolve clients billing issues
• Support the invoice process for EOM reporting through POS and integration with Xero
• Maintaining coding architecture of Point of Sale systems.

Financial Reporting
• Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status.
• Responsible for providing program metric reports on the performance of each area.
• Provide End of Month reports as required.
• Support the Corporate Services Manager, CFO and External Auditors to deliver financial statements through the delivery of accurate coding from POS into Xero.

Accounts Payable Process
• Keep track, process and reconcile payments and expenditures, including purchase invoices, statements etc., in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Vendors credits applications and communications.

Stock Control
• EOM Stocktake oversee and reporting through Site Manager accountability.

Accounts Collection and Dispute Resolution
• Oversee site manager in the recovery of all failed payments, refunds and credits.
• Oversee comparison of POS reports to Direct Debit reports for accuracy in recording member numbers

Payroll Administration and Compliance Control
• Onboarding new employees and ensuring compliance with laws and company's policies, request documents and keeping records
• Support the Payroll Manager on fortnightly payroll processing of timesheets calculation and compliance, and subcontractors invoices processing.
• Facilitate the payment of monthly/quarterly statutory payments e.g., Payroll tax, PAYG and Superannuation.
• IAS and BAS monthly submission and payment process.

Medical Receptionist

ISRA Medical Family Trust - A2Z Medical Centre
12.2019 - 05.2021


  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
  • Streamlined billing processes, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.
  • Fostered welcoming environment, greeting patients warmly upon arrival.
  • Supported positive patient experience by offering assistance with filling out health forms and translation when required.
  • Reduced no-shows by implementing appointment reminder system through phone calls or text messages.
  • Improved accuracy of patient data with meticulous record-keeping.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and supporting team initiatives.
  • Managed high call volumes, directing calls to appropriate departments while maintaining a polite and professional demeanour.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
  • Improved patient follow-up, reducing missed appointments through effective reminder calls.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering loyalty and trust in the practice's services.
  • Managed office bookkeeping with insurance billing and patient payments.
  • Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
  • Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.

Accounts Assistant

ISRA Medical Family Trust - A2Z Medical Centre
06.2018 - 12.2019


Accounts Payable

• Preparing and processing subcontractors, doctors pay and company dividends into Xero accounting system

• Processing suppliers and office expenses invoices.

• Prepare monthly financial reports and liaise with the accounts controller

• Maintaining the petty cash file for all entities.

Accounts Receivable

• Bank accounts reconciliations.

• Reporting overdue accounts to management.

• Follow up on overdue accounts via phone, fax, letter and email.

• Record received cheques details, batching and deposit in the bank.

• Filing and bookkeeping.

Payroll

• Payroll processing and track employee leave accuracy.

• Reconcile and make quarterly superannuation payments and ensure payments are compliant with legislation.

Accountant Officer

Dar Al-Oyoun Hospital for Eye and Plastic Surgery
10.2014 - 03.2017
  • Managed payroll functions efficiently, ensuring timely disbursement of employee salaries while maintaining accuracy in deductions and withholdings.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive cost-saving initiatives throughout the organization.
  • Improved cash flow management with accurate forecasting and timely collections of outstanding receivables.
  • Assisted in annual budget preparation, helping to align financial goals with company objectives.

Education

Certificate IV - Accounting And Bookkeeping

TAFE NSW
NSW
02-2026

Certificate III In Spoken And Written English - English

TAFE NSW
NSW
07-2020

Bachelor's Degree in Accounts And Economy - Accounting

Damascus University
Damascus - Syria
07-2017

Skills

  • Financial Reporting: Ability to prepare and analyze financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements)
  • Taxation Knowledge: Understanding of tax laws and regulations
  • Accounting Software Proficiency: Mastery in tools like MYOB, Xero, and Microsoft Excel
  • Auditing: Knowledge of auditing processes, to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial statements
  • Attention to Detail: Precision is key in accounting, as even small errors can lead to big problems
  • Critical Thinking: Ability to identify issues and gaps in financial data and propose solutions
  • Clear Reporting: Communicate financial information clearly and succinctly to stakeholders
  • Multitasking: Use organisational and time management skills to juggle multiple projects and deadlines
  • Prioritization: Ability to prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively
  • Mentorship: Open to mentoring junior accountants and sharing knowledge

Work Availability

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Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Accounts Receivable Officer

North Sydney Bus Charters
07.2023 - Current

Accounts and Administration Coordinator

Sydney Sports Management Group
05.2021 - 06.2023

Medical Receptionist

ISRA Medical Family Trust - A2Z Medical Centre
12.2019 - 05.2021

Accounts Assistant

ISRA Medical Family Trust - A2Z Medical Centre
06.2018 - 12.2019

Accountant Officer

Dar Al-Oyoun Hospital for Eye and Plastic Surgery
10.2014 - 03.2017

Certificate IV - Accounting And Bookkeeping

TAFE NSW

Certificate III In Spoken And Written English - English

TAFE NSW

Bachelor's Degree in Accounts And Economy - Accounting

Damascus University

Training

Xero Advisor Certificate - July 2024 

Xero Payroll Certificate - August 2025

Rawan Obeid