Rukmani Rao
Financial Accountant
Byford,WA
Summary
CPA-qualified Financial Accountant with over 10 years of diverse experience in financial accounting, statutory compliance, budgeting, and reporting across union, commercial, and international sectors. Proven ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders, streamline reporting systems, and ensure compliance with multiple regulatory bodies. Highly accurate, detail-oriented, and a strong communicator who thrives in structured environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Financial Accountant
Transport Workers Union of Australia
10.2023 - Current
- Lead statutory financial reporting in compliance with the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009.
- Prepare and present detailed management and financial reports to the Board, including those without an accounting background.
- Restructured the Chart of Accounts to enhance clarity and transparency for non-financial stakeholders.
- Responsible for budget planning, development, and formal presentations to Board members.
- Manage BAS, FBT, and PAYG lodgements in line with ATO requirements.
- Ensure full compliance and timely submissions to external bodies including FWC, WAIRC, AEC, and ATO.
- Perform monthly GL and balance sheet reconciliations; oversee fixed asset register including depreciation and disposals.
- Coordinate year-end audits and provide financial advice to the Branch Secretary and Trustees.
- Implement process improvements to strengthen reporting and internal controls.
Assistant Accountant
Paull and Warner Resources
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Prepared monthly journals, accruals, and prepayments; supported timely month-end closings.
- Managed fixed asset accounting, including depreciation schedules and disposals.
- Reconciled bank and supplier accounts, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness.
- Lodged BAS and FBT returns; assisted with cash flow forecasting.
- Supported external audit with schedules and reconciliations.
- Partnered with procurement and operations to streamline invoicing and payment processes.
- Shortened month-end close by 30% through automation of journal and accrual processes.
- Improved accuracy in fixed asset management, ensuring compliant depreciation and disposal records.
- Ensured timely and error-free BAS and FBT lodgements, maintaining strong compliance.
- Streamlined procurement-to-payment workflow, reducing invoice processing delays by 40%.
- Provided accurate audit schedules and reconciliations, contributing to an efficient external audit.
Accounts Administrator
Westside Auto Wholesales
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Increased accounts receivable collections by 20% through improved customer account management.
- Automated supplier reconciliations, reducing manual effort and minimizing errors.
- Maintained a 100% payment accuracy rate through diligent invoice and EFT processing.
- Delivered accurate monthly aged receivables reports to support financial planning.
- Managed accounts payable/receivable end to end, processed invoices and payment runs.
- Generated aged receivables reports and maintained customer accounts.
- Supported finance manager with ad hoc reporting and reconciliations.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Prime Furnishings
07.2016 - 03.2018
- Processed high-volume supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
- Reconciled accounts payable ledger and prepared payment batches.
- Maintained vendor records and supported end-of-month reporting.
- Reconciled supplier statements and resolved account discrepancies.
- Handled petty cash, prepared EFTs, credit card reports, and supported month-end close.
Analyst – Group Billing
IBM India Pvt Ltd
05.2007 - 10.2012
- Generated and reviewed global billing for IBM accounts across multiple regions.
- Handled billing adjustments, reconciliations, and dispute resolution with clients.
- Collaborated with international teams to meet strict reporting deadlines.
Education
CPA Australia -
CPA Australia
12.2024
Bachelor of Accountancy - undefined
Bharathidasan University
Cost Accounting (Intermediate) - undefined
Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (ICWAI)
Skills
- Statutory Financial Reporting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Chart of Accounts Restructuring
- Quarterly BAS and Monthly IAS
- FBT preparation and submission
- Audit Coordination
- Board Reporting & Communication
- ERP & Finance Systems
- Continuous Process Improvement
- PAYG Compliance
- Financial Systems & Data Integrity
- Fixed Assets & Depreciation
- Balance Sheet Reconciliation
- Regulatory Reporting
Nationality
- Nationality: Australian Citizen
Timeline
Financial Accountant
Transport Workers Union of Australia
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Accountant
Paull and Warner Resources
09.2022 - 10.2023
Accounts Administrator
Westside Auto Wholesales
06.2021 - 09.2022
Accounts Payable Clerk
Prime Furnishings
07.2016 - 03.2018
Analyst – Group Billing
IBM India Pvt Ltd
05.2007 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Accountancy - undefined
Bharathidasan University
Cost Accounting (Intermediate) - undefined
Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (ICWAI)
CPA Australia -
CPA Australia
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