Ruksaar Khan
Brisbane,,Australia
Summary
Financial professional experienced with financial analysis, strategic planning, and business partnering. Utilises financial expertise to drive informed decision-making and enhance business performance. Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimisation, contributing to overall growth and profitability. Comprehensive experience in financial and management accounting.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Business Partner
FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with budget holders to assess financial performance and provide analysis and advice.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by monitoring expenses and identifying inefficiencies.
- Analysed financial position, reported budget variances, and suggested adjustments for month/year-end processes.
- Introduced Apptio software for cost allocation, budgeting, and forecasting, improving financial visibility.
- Led annual budget preparation, coordinating input from departments for comprehensive, strategic forecasts.
- Generated financial reports in Apptio/Excel/PowerBI to highlight performance and variances.
- Built and trained a new offshore financial accounting team in India.
- Led process improvements to boost productivity and reduce errors.
- Created financial dashboards to track key performance indicators.
Financial Accountant
FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Analysed and accrued monthly revenue for the Leisure board reporting group.
- Updated 13-week cash flow forecast.
- Prepared balance sheet reconciliations for the Leisure business.
- Monitored at-risk items to protect the business.
- Continuously sought improvements in finance workflow efficiencies.
- Prepared timely and accurate monthly Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet reviews.
- Supported special projects and system/process improvements.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and FCL minimum standards.
- Managed month-end accounting, including cash management, wages, bonuses, and debtor/creditor recording.
- Prepared HORP and audit packs for the Leisure business.
- Assisted with half-year and annual audit prep, ensuring smooth process with no major discrepancies.
Financial/Management Accountant
KIWI PROPERTY GROUP
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Provided timely financial reporting and analysis to the business.
- Prepared budgets and forecasts, collaborating with departments to align with strategy and cost-saving goals.
- Prepared balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements, and tax returns (GST, FBT, RWT, NRWT, PAYE).
- Managed corporate capital expenditure (actuals, budgets, forecasts).
- Assisted with external audit processes during interim and annual audits.
- Tracked and on-charged recoveries from development and retail design managers to projects and third parties.
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders, including department heads and vendors.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding issues, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entries.
Assistant Group Accountant
KIWI PROPERTY GROUP
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Preparation of all Group bank reconciliations on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Prepare monthly accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Maintain fixed asset register and tax depreciation schedules.
- Assistance with Group tax calculation on a monthly basis.
- Provide monthly management accounts and reporting to GMs.
- Prepare budgets and forecasts and monthly financial reports including variance analysis.
- Responsible for preparing and filing GST, FBT, RWT, NRWT and PAYE returns on an accurate and timely basis.
- Ensure all internal controls and policies are followed.
Accounts Payable Administrator
KIWI PROPERTY GROUP
06.2017 - 01.2018
Accounts Receivable Administrator
KIWI PROPERTY GROUP
07.2016 - 07.2017
Accounts Receivable/Credit Control Specialist
MYREPUBLIC NZ
04.2016 - 07.2016
Accounts Assistant
LYNFIELD COLLEGE
02.2016 - 04.2016
Bank Feeds Specialist
XERO
03.2015 - 09.2015
Office Manager
CYBERCOM GLOBAL
07.2014 - 03.2015
Assistant Accountant (Voluntary Internship)
CYBERCOM GLOBAL
10.2013 - 02.2014
Education
Business Analytics And Visualisation
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC10-2023
Graduate Diploma in Chartered Accounting -
Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand
01.2021
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
Auckland University of Technology
01.2014
Skills
- Financial Budgeting/Forecasting
- Financial management and reporting
- Strategic planning
- Analytical aptitude
- Experienced with MS Office suite
- Skilled in SAP/MYOB/SUN6/Apptio
- Proficient with Tableau/PowerBI
- Financial modelling
- Capital expenditure
- Internal/external audits
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Customer relationship development
- Mentoring and training
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multi-tasking
- Critical thinking
- Interpersonal skills
- Continuous improvement
Certification
Chartered Accountant
Timeline
Finance Business Partner
FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP
10.2023 - Current
Financial Accountant
FLIGHT CENTRE TRAVEL GROUP
07.2022 - 10.2023
Financial/Management Accountant
KIWI PROPERTY GROUP
12.2019 - 06.2022
Assistant Group Accountant
KIWI PROPERTY GROUP
01.2018 - 12.2019
Accounts Payable Administrator
KIWI PROPERTY GROUP
06.2017 - 01.2018
Accounts Receivable Administrator
KIWI PROPERTY GROUP
07.2016 - 07.2017
Accounts Receivable/Credit Control Specialist
MYREPUBLIC NZ
04.2016 - 07.2016
Accounts Assistant
LYNFIELD COLLEGE
02.2016 - 04.2016
Bank Feeds Specialist
XERO
03.2015 - 09.2015
Office Manager
CYBERCOM GLOBAL
07.2014 - 03.2015
Assistant Accountant (Voluntary Internship)
CYBERCOM GLOBAL
10.2013 - 02.2014
Graduate Diploma in Chartered Accounting -
Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand
Business Analytics And Visualisation
RMIT University
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
Auckland University of Technology
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