Romali Weerarathne
Donnybrook,Australia
Summary
Detail-oriented Assistant Accountant with extensive experience in accounts management, reconciliations, and financial administration. Proficient in MYOB, Zahara Invoice Systems, and payroll support. Skilled in financial reporting, cost analysis, and audit preparation, ensuring compliance and process efficiency. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset. Seeking a role in a supportive, growth-focused work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Accountant
VICSEG New Futures
Coburg
03.2022 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: Registered Non-Profit Training Organisation
- Managed and oversaw all accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate financial data capture and compliance with company policies
- Implemented and utilized Zahara (similar to SAP Concur) to streamline invoice approvals, expense management, and financial reporting, improving process efficiency
- Processed and reconciled payments for contractors, suppliers, rentals, and reimbursements on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, ensuring on-time payments
- Prepared and reviewed expense accounts, purchase journals, and GST transactions, supporting audit readiness and financial accuracy
- Assisted the CFO with financial reporting, cost analysis, asset register maintenance, and the implementation of MYOB Advanced Payroll
- Monitored and reconciled fee payments for VICSEG Occasional Child Care and student fees via VETtrak, ensuring accurate financial records
- Prepared financial data for audits, maintained subscription account trackers, and ensured compliance with audit and ATO regulations
- Liaised with internal departments to facilitate communication between Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable, ensuring smooth financial operations
- Oversaw expenditure tracking and cost allocations, preparing detailed internal financial reports for management review
- Maintained accurate asset records, assisting the CFO in asset management, reconciliations, and audit preparations
- Registered Non-Profit Training Organisation
Graduate Accountant
Lion Car Rentals
Somerton, Australia
04.2016 - 08.2019
- Managed timely payments and reconciliations for vendors, clients, and account holders, ensuring accurate financial transactions
- Reviewed and resolved discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation, maintaining an audit-ready general ledger
- Prepared and analysed financial reports, including P&L statements, cash flow projections, and credit sales aging reports to support collections strategies
- Performed accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and credit card statement reviews for monthly and annual financial closing
- Assisted in the preparation of financial statements and BAS lodgements, ensuring compliance with ATO regulations
- Processed payroll and employee superannuation payments, addressing queries related to leave, holiday pay, and entitlements
- Liaised with ATO, banks, and financial institutions, supporting regulatory compliance and financial reporting accuracy
- Participated in month-end closing, stocktaking, and tax preparation, ensuring timely and accurate financial records
HR and Administration Officer
Ministry of Public Administration and Presidential Secretariat
Colombo, Sri Lanka
03.2012 - 03.2015
- Handled inquiries in relation to Human resources, specifically, employees’ personal matters, transfers, and recruitment process
- Supported to prepare special documents along with management reports in data information collection area
- Compiled all findings, utilize spreadsheets, database software for simple evaluation to assist different administrative projects
- Cooperated with varied staff members within as well as the outside department to attain self-job duties and assisted others as required
Accounts Assistant
Lankem Ceylon PLC
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2010 - 02.2012
- Reconciled monthly checks for accurate bank statement distribution
- Managed shipment schedules to maximize productivity and cut costs
- Developed and maintain accurate product costs
- Managed monthly budgeting tasks
- Effectively reconciled bank accounts
- Reviewed computer reports for accuracy and meticulously tracing errors back to their source
- Assisted Sales Team and Pricing Analyst with proposals for new products and business
- Accumulated and applied overhead costs as required by generally accepted accounting principles
- Recorded invoice in SAP system and prepared month end costing reports
Education
Professional Year Program in Accounting -
Performance Education
01.2019
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting
LaTrobe University
Melbourne01.2017
Skills
- Accounts Payable & Receivable Management
- MYOB
- Zahara System
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Bank Reconciliation
- Credit Card Reconciliation
- AR/AP Reconciliation
- Monthly Management Reports
- Business Activity Statements
- General Ledger Accounting
- Financial Statements Preparation
- Cost Analysis
- Internal Cost Allocation
- Asset Management
- Attention to Detail
- Accuracy
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Cross-Department Coordination
- Time Management
- Meeting Deadlines
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
- Multitasking
- Prioritization
- Willingness to Learn
Accomplishments
- Member of Golden Key International Honour Society invited based on an 81.5 Weighted Average Mark (WAM) in 2016.
- Awarded High Distinction and Distinctions in multiple accounting and finance subjects.
References
References will be provided upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Accountant
VICSEG New Futures
03.2022 - 02.2025
Graduate Accountant
Lion Car Rentals
04.2016 - 08.2019
HR and Administration Officer
Ministry of Public Administration and Presidential Secretariat
03.2012 - 03.2015
Accounts Assistant
Lankem Ceylon PLC
10.2010 - 02.2012
Professional Year Program in Accounting -
Performance Education
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting
LaTrobe University
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