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Rishi Shukla

Perth,WA

Summary

Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Hyatt Hotels, excelling in vendor invoice processing and credit control. Proven track record in reconciliation and month-end closures, enhancing financial reporting accuracy. Adept at stakeholder management and process improvement, delivering exceptional customer service while ensuring compliance and efficiency in financial operations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Accountant

Residence on Langley Park
Perth
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed high-volume vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and obtaining necessary approvals for payments.
  • Reconciled accounts receivable ledgers, addressing outstanding balances to maintain accurate records.
  • Maintained documentation for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with policies.
  • Prepared month-end accruals to support precise financial reporting processes.
  • Oversaw petty cash management and reconciled daily cash collections against sales records.
  • Conducted regular bank reconciliations and reviewed General Cashier’s reports for accuracy.
  • Resolved payment-related queries by liaising with various internal departments.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms with suppliers to improve supply reliability and quality.
  • Identified potential vendors and evaluated them according to price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and sustainability.

Online Team Member

Woolworths
WA
11.2018 - Current
  • Managed time-critical order processing tasks with accuracy and attention to customer satisfaction.
  • Provided training and support to new team members on systems and service standards.

Finance Officer – Accounts Payable/Receivable/Procurement Manager

Hyatt Hotels
Perth & Melbourne
06.2022 - 08.2024
  • Maintained reconciled general ledgers, completed month-end closures, and generated financial reports.
  • Contacted clients to expedite invoice payments, addressing overdue accounts effectively.
  • Updated and audited financial systems, vendor records, and billing information for accuracy.
  • Conducted meetings with department heads to strategize cost control initiatives.
  • Audited revenue and outlet reports to ensure precision and prevent discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance purchasing processes.
  • Trained junior staff on procurement policies and efficient practices.
  • Researched new supply sources to identify opportunities for cost savings.

Tax Accountant

H&R Block
Darwin, NT
06.2020 - 10.2020
  • Prepared individual tax returns, assessed savings strategies, and provided tailored financial advice.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive client data and return documentation.

Finance Intern

Department of Trade, Business & Innovation
Darwin, Australia
07.2019 - 09.2019
  • Entered invoices into EIMS and managed petty cash efficiently.
  • Followed up on outstanding travel claims to expedite processing.
  • Ensured compliance with credit card policy documentation in ECMS for accurate record-keeping.

Assistant Branch Manager / AML Officer

Saraswat Co-op Bank Ltd
, India
08.2013 - 01.2018

Ensured KYC compliance while assessing creditworthiness and monitoring overdue accounts.

  • Supported internal audits and managed anti-money laundering documentation effectively.

Reconciliation Specialist

J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.
, India
01.2012 - 08.2013
  • Executed reconciliation activities to ensure compliance with service norms and productivity targets.
  • Collaborated with controllers and delivery teams to facilitate knowledge sharing and training sessions.

Education

Bachelors - Commerce

UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI, INDIA
12.2010

Master of Professional Accounting -

CHARLES DARWIN UNIVERSITY
12.2019

Skills

  • Vendor invoice processing
  • Disbursement management
  • Credit control and collections
  • Reconciliation and month-end closures
  • Financial reporting
  • Customer service excellence
  • Stakeholder management
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Systems training and support
  • Financial systems expertise
  • MS Office proficiency

Attributes

  • Quick Learner
  • People Management
  • Interpersonal & Communication skills
  • Self-Motivated
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Gujarathi

Timeline

Assistant Accountant

Residence on Langley Park
09.2024 - Current

Finance Officer – Accounts Payable/Receivable/Procurement Manager

Hyatt Hotels
06.2022 - 08.2024

Tax Accountant

H&R Block
06.2020 - 10.2020

Finance Intern

Department of Trade, Business & Innovation
07.2019 - 09.2019

Online Team Member

Woolworths
11.2018 - Current

Assistant Branch Manager / AML Officer

Saraswat Co-op Bank Ltd
08.2013 - 01.2018

Reconciliation Specialist

J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.
01.2012 - 08.2013

Bachelors - Commerce

UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI, INDIA

Master of Professional Accounting -

CHARLES DARWIN UNIVERSITY
Rishi Shukla