Salanieta Marama
Financial Analyst/Accountant
Coolgardie,WA
Summary
A highly motivated professional well-versed in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Experienced in creating financial statements and identifying financial trends and developing strategies to maximize financial performance. Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with teams to resolve financial issues.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST
Natural Waters of Viti Pte Ltd
1 2022 - 2 2023
- Provided valuable insights by leading monthly variance analysis reviews between actual results and budget/forecast expectations.
- Played pivotal role in annual budget planning, collaborating with department heads to allocate resources strategically.
- Collected data from other divisions to support quarterly forecasts.
- Increased financial accuracy by conducting in-depth analyses of financial data and trends.
- Facilitated accurate expense tracking through diligent maintenance of general ledger accounts and reconciliations.
- Provide guidance and training to bookkeepers to ensure accurate record of financial transactions.
ACCOUNTANT/Financial Analyst
Natural Waters of Viti Pte Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2021
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Assisted in annual audits by preparing detailed schedules, supporting documentation, and assisting auditors throughout the process.
- Developed and interpreted detailed cost accounting information and made recommendations regarding the efficient utilization of resources and the proper accounting for transactions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize budgets, resulting in improved resource allocation.
- Collected data from other divisions to support quarterly forecasts.
- Drove results through building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
GRADUATE COST ACCOUNTANT
Natural Waters of Viti Pte Ltd
11.2012 - 12.2013
- Participated in the planning process of the monthly stocktakes.
- Reconciled inventory on hand to the physical stock count and passed adjustments on Oracle system.
- Monitored & updated standard costs for spare parts on Oracle.
- Coordinated and collected approved Capital Expenditure request forms & created asset numbers on Oracle.
- Followed up on work in progress items with respective project managers to ensure assets are capitalized on time and in line with the appropriate accounting standards & NWVL policies.
- Ensured that purchase orders are coded correctly for all capital items.
ACCOUNTANT
KPMG
01.2011 - 10.2012
- Prepared financial statements for numerous clients and lodged their respective Annual tax returns.
- Filed Annual statutory returns and recorded minutes for clients' Annual General Meetings.
- Processed fortnight and monthly payroll for various clients including lodgement of their monthly Superannuation and PAYE returns.
- Performed on-going payment processes and manual transaction record maintenance for clients.
- Maintained and filed local tax authority statutory requirements for clients.
Education
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE IN ACCOUNTING AND BANKING FINANCE -
The University of the South Pacific, Laucala Campus
Skills
Strategic Thinking
Certification
Provisional member of Fiji Institute of Accountants
City
WA
Street
Coolgardie
State
6429
References
- SIDNEY SANDAY, Natural Waters Of Viti Pte Ltd, Manager Of Financial Planning And Analysis, (679) 790-8003, Sidney.Sanday@fijiwater.com
Timeline
ACCOUNTANT/Financial Analyst
Natural Waters of Viti Pte Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2021
GRADUATE COST ACCOUNTANT
Natural Waters of Viti Pte Ltd
11.2012 - 12.2013
ACCOUNTANT
KPMG
01.2011 - 10.2012
SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST
Natural Waters of Viti Pte Ltd
1 2022 - 2 2023
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE IN ACCOUNTING AND BANKING FINANCE -
The University of the South Pacific, Laucala Campus
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