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Pauluge Shalani Thusharamala Wijebandara Fernando

Springvale South,Australia

Summary

Dynamic Accounts Assistant with a proven track record at E Tax Australia Pty Ltd, excelling in financial reporting and tax compliance. Adept at utilizing Xero and QuickBooks, I streamline processes while demonstrating strong organizational skills. Committed to accuracy and efficiency, I enhance decision-making through insightful financial analysis.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Assistant

E Tax Australia Pty Ltd
Melbourne, Australia
10.2022 - Current
  • Financial Record Maintenance - Accurately record transactions, post journal entries, and reconcile accounts.
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements, and analyze data to identify trends and variances.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage budgets, and create financial forecasts for strategic planning.
  • Accounts Payable/Receivable - Oversee AP/AR processes, ensuring timely payments, and accurate invoicing.
  • Payroll Administration - Manage payroll processing, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
  • Tax Compliance - Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring adherence to tax laws and regulations.
  • Financial Analysis - Analyze costs, revenues, and profitability to support decision-making and growth.
  • Process Improvement - Streamline accounting processes and implement best practices for efficiency.
  • Software Utilization - Proficient in Xero, QuickBooks, and MYOB for efficient financial management.
  • Regulatory Compliance - Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and AASB accounting standards.

Bookkeeper

SNE Holdings Trust
Hampton, Australia
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Financial Record Maintenance - Helped maintain accurate financial records by recording transactions, updating ledgers, and reconciling bank statements.
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable - Processed invoices, issued payments, and followed up on outstanding payments. Managed accounts receivable by invoicing clients and ensuring timely collections.
  • Payroll Administration - Assisted with payroll processing, including calculating hours worked, verifying attendance, and ensuring tax compliance.
  • Financial Reporting - Supported the preparation of financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements), and analyzed data to identify trends and discrepancies.
  • Software Proficiency - Utilized accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero) and spreadsheets to perform tasks efficiently and accurately.
  • Assisted in payroll processing and maintained employee records.

Assistant Junior Accountant

Global Travel Xperts
South Melbourne, Australia
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • Processed accounts payable by entering invoices and bills into QuickBooks and Xero.
  • Uploaded payments via banking interfaces (ANZ, Comm Bank).
  • Created and maintained loan accounts for intercompany transactions, ensuring proper documentation in Excel, QuickBooks, and Xero.
  • Assisted in the induction and training of new interns to ensure competency and performance.
  • Recorded journals for depreciation, corrected discrepancies, and supported payroll and BAS processing.
  • Managed accounts for clients including Mantra Café, Gaura Travels, and Turtle Down Under Travel and Tourism.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to obtain receipts and relevant information for tax deductibility and treatment across multiple accounts (Payable, credit cards, and cheque accounts).

Education

Skilled Migration Internship Program - Accounting

PERFORMANCE EDUCATION
Melbourne, VIC
12-2019

Bachelor Of Commerce - Major in Accounting

Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, Australia
01.2018

Skills

  • Organization
  • Management
  • Leadership
  • Decision making
  • Resource management
  • scheduling
  • Reporting
  • Communication
  • Group discussions
  • Idea expression
  • Handling pressure
  • Technical
  • Software: MYOB
  • Software: QuickBooks
  • Software: Xero
  • Tools: MS Office
  • Tools: MS Project Server
  • Financial reporting
  • Data entry
  • General ledger
  • Audit review
  • Research
  • Planning
  • Financial research
  • Goal setting
  • Problem solving
  • Data analysis
  • Information gathering
  • Tax preparation
  • Predicting outcomes
  • Defining needs
  • Work survival
  • punctuality
  • Time management
  • Meeting deadlines
  • Teamwork
  • Reliability
  • Strong work ethic
  • Adaptability
  • Eagerness to learn and grow
  • Competencies
  • Proficient in MYOB
  • Proficient in Xero
  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer service skills
  • Skilled in Microsoft Word
  • Skilled in Microsoft Excel
  • Accurate data entry
  • High attention to detail
  • Reliable
  • Dependable
  • Deadline focused
  • Accounts payable

References

Professional Referees can be provided upon request.

Personal Information

  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Sri Lankan

Timeline

Accounts Assistant

E Tax Australia Pty Ltd
10.2022 - Current

Bookkeeper

SNE Holdings Trust
01.2020 - 07.2021

Assistant Junior Accountant

Global Travel Xperts
08.2019 - 11.2019

Skilled Migration Internship Program - Accounting

PERFORMANCE EDUCATION

Bachelor Of Commerce - Major in Accounting

Australian Catholic University
Pauluge Shalani Thusharamala Wijebandara Fernando