Sajid Ali
Melbourne
Summary
A detail-oriented and experienced accountant with a strong financial reporting, payroll processing, and data management background. Over 15 years of experience working across multiple roles in financial accounting, auditing, and bookkeeping. Proven ability to manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Expertise in using accounting software and capable of resolving payroll discrepancies through thorough analysis and attention to detail. Focused Accounting professional with 15 years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports with Oracle, Xero, MYOB & SAP. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Accountant
Lovisa Pty Ltd
06.2022 - Current
- Manage month-end close processes, including reconciliation of accounts, journal entries, and preparation of financial statements
- Conducted month-end balance sheet reconciliations, providing critical insights for decision-making
- Assisted in the production of monthly financial management reports within agreed time frames, providing critical insights for decision-making
- Identified opportunities to add value to the organisation through financial expertise and insights
- Prepare timely, accurate, and complete monthly management reports, analyses, and commentaries
- Responsible for half-yearly accurate recording of AASB16: Leases
- Provided support to senior management on ad hoc matters
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including analysing monthly variances and providing insights for financial planning
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline financial procedures, identify process improvements and enhance operational efficiency
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, ensuring accurate reporting of financial statements and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Assisted in annual audit preparations, ensuring a smooth process with no major discrepancies found.
Assistant Accountant
Masiv Development Pty Ltd
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports.
- Assisted with timely month-end closing procedures, resulting in accurate financial reporting.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Managed payroll processing for company employees, including gathering and verifying timekeeping information, calculating overtime, and making deductions
- Ensured timely and accurate data entry in payroll systems, resolving any discrepancies.
Bookkeeper
888 Traffic Pty Ltd
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Optimized payroll processing for accuracy, ensuring all employees were paid promptly and correctly.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to represent the company's financial position accurately.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Maintained compliance with tax laws, ensuring timely filing of all required documents.
Bookkeeper
True Smart Constructions Pty Ltd
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments
- Reconciled bank statements and credit card transactions, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly
- Prepared monthly financial reports, including profit and loss statements and balance sheet reconciliations
- Managed day-to-day payroll functions, including processing employee wages, calculating deductions, and handling leave accruals
- Reconciled payroll accounts and ensured all transactions were accurately entered into accounting software
- Collaborated with external vendors and clients to resolve billing inquiries and maintain positive working relationships
Senior Auditor
Accountant General of Pakistan Revenue
04.2009 - 04.2018
- Company Overview: Pakistan
- Conducted comprehensive financial audits of government departments, ensuring compliance with financial regulations
- Analyzed financial statements and identified potential risk areas, providing improvement recommendations
- Prepared detailed audit reports and presented findings to senior management and stakeholders
- Collaborated with various government agencies to address audit-related issues and implement corrective actions
- Performed audits of monthly accounts and prepared audit reports on SAP as well
- Monitor budgeting and expenditures systems per the established standardized cost control model at AGPR
- Led audit teams and supervised junior auditors, ensuring the accuracy and quality of audit work.
Education
CPA - Accounting
CPA, Australia
Melbourne, VIC12.2025
PIPFA - Accounting
Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountant (PIPFA)
Islamabad Pakistan07.2011
MBA - Finance
International Islamic University Islamabad
Islamabad Pakistan01.2010
Skills
- Month-end close processes
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cash flow management
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent Skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Variance Analysis
- Payroll Management
Qualificationsandcertificates
- XERO
- MYOB
- SAP
- Oracle
Timeline
Financial Accountant
Lovisa Pty Ltd
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Accountant
Masiv Development Pty Ltd
06.2021 - 06.2022
Bookkeeper
888 Traffic Pty Ltd
07.2020 - 03.2021
Bookkeeper
True Smart Constructions Pty Ltd
07.2018 - 07.2020
Senior Auditor
Accountant General of Pakistan Revenue
04.2009 - 04.2018
CPA - Accounting
CPA, Australia
PIPFA - Accounting
Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountant (PIPFA)
MBA - Finance
International Islamic University Islamabad
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