Michelle Rathbone
Kettering,TAS
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Employed
Accounting Services
Kettering, Tas
01.2008 - Current
- Performed bookkeeping and accounting consulting services.
- Oversaw accounts receivable and payable transactions, ensuring timely payments were made or received.
- Managed payroll, vendor payments and other accounting tasks as required.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored procedures to ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial data.
- Identified areas for improvement within existing processes and procedures.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations.
- Performed in-depth analysis of business operations, trends and obligations to complete accurate projections.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Recommended new financial and accounting software packages.
Finance and Payroll Administrator
Drug Education Network Inc.
Hobart, Tas
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Audited, reviewed and compiled payroll reports, records and related summaries.
- Managed payroll for employees
- Tracked leave accruals, annual leave, personal leave and flex leave balances for all employees.
- Verified employee hours worked against timesheets provided
- Processed payroll information including salary, deductions, annual and personal leave
- Monitored accounts to ensure timely payments are made in accordance with terms of agreement.
- Coded invoices with correct general ledger codes in accordance with standard procedures.
- Posted journal entries for approved invoices into the general ledger system.
- Recorded debit account transactions in MYOB
- Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
- Prepared and processed payrolls.
- Handled fortnightly payroll services for 10 employees.
- Prepared vendor payments using MYOB
- Researched invoice discrepancies and resolved billing issues with suppliers and vendors.
- Reconciled accounts payable documents, including invoices to facilitate payments.
- Reviewed and processed customer invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies.
- Processed daily payments received from customers in accordance with established procedures.
- Generated aging reports on a regular basis to identify overdue accounts.
- Organized and filed documents related to Accounts Receivable transactions for future reference as needed.
- Facilitated payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date reconciliations of all bank accounts.
- Created journal entries to record miscellaneous cash receipts, transfers, and other adjustments as needed.
- Prepared monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts including foreign currency accounts.
- Assisted with year-end audit inquiries from external auditors.
- Prepared financial statements for internal reporting purposes.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing finance systems and procedures.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis.
- Sorted documents, matching supporting invoices to procurement documents and verifying invoices for payment.
- Received payments from customers via cash, check and credit cards to pay company invoices.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Entered data into MYOB accounting software program
- Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
- Reconciled company credit cards, expense accounts and other expenses and financial records.
- Researched discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders.
- Utilized automation system to process payments and invoices to streamline transactions.
- Accessed financial information to answer questions and gather details about specific accounts.
- Completed and submitted superannaution payments and quarterly BAS statements
Finance Officer
South East Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation
Kingston, T
10.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed and maintained accurate financial records for the organization.
- Managed accounts payable, receivable processes to improve accuracy and timeliness of payments, collections.
- Advised senior management team on best practices for managing organizational finances.
- Managed payroll activities including employee compensation plans, benefits deductions.
- Assisted with budget preparation by providing input on projected revenues and expenditures.
- Analyzed financial data and generated detailed reports for senior management team.
- Performed variance analysis on actual versus budgeted results to identify trends or variances requiring further investigation.
- Conducted regular audits of internal accounting procedures to identify potential issues or discrepancies in financial information.
- Participated in meetings with external auditors during yearly audit process.
- Identified areas of cost savings in order to maximize efficiency and reduce expenses.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
- Analyzed operational processes and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to promote profitability and efficiency.
- Managed company-wide budgets, payroll, accounting and other financial operations.
- Created and implemented best practices to standardize internal processes and procedures.
- Cultivated relationships with donors, sponsors, partners and other stakeholders involved in the operations of the non-profit organization.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
Education Support
Department of Education (various locations)
Hobart, Tas
01.2017 - 11.2020
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Provided administrative support to teachers, staff and students in a school environment.
- Provided additional support to students who require it such as those with special educational needs or disabilities.
Assistant Farm Manager/Accountant
Birchs Bay Cherries
Birches Bay, Tas
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Directed efficient crop production to maximize resource utilization and consistently meet schedule and financial demands.
- Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for seed, fertilizer, feed, fuel.
- Prepared reports summarizing daily operations at the farm.
- Researched new technologies in agriculture to improve production efficiency.
- Supervised the maintenance of farm equipment and machinery.
- Reviewed financial statements to track profit margins on various crops.
- Managed employee payroll and other personnel-related tasks.
- Created detailed records of farm activities such as planting dates, yields, fertilizer applications.
- Coordinated the delivery of harvested crops to customers or vendors.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations related to agricultural operations.
- Organized and supervised the planting, harvesting, storage, and sale of crops.
- Implemented pest management strategies to protect crops from damage or disease.
- Attended conferences related to agricultural issues or innovations.
- Conducted soil tests to ensure optimal fertility for crop production.
- Developed and maintained farm budgets, staff schedules, and crop plans.
- Provided training to new and existing employees on farming techniques.
- Monitored fields to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.
- Implemented action plans to meet farm-specific and company-set goals.
- Oversaw grower relationships to procure products to meet quality, price and terms.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Self Employed
Flower Grower/Wholesaler/Bulb Importer
Kettering, Tas
07.2003 - 10.2008
- Delegated tasks to seasonal workers and supervised completion of duties and responsibilities.
- Directed efficient crop production to maximize resource utilization and consistently meet schedule and financial demands.
- Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
- Maintained records on production output and crop yields in order to make future planning decisions.
- Collaborated with local agricultural organizations to stay informed on best practices in farming techniques.
- Inspected fields regularly to ensure proper fertilization levels are maintained.
- Developed long-term strategies for increasing efficiency while reducing overhead costs associated with running the farm business.
- Monitored fields to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.
- Hired seasonal workers and provided training on safety protocols and use of equipment.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine when to irrigate crops or apply pesticides.
- Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
- Analyzed data from previous growing seasons in order to identify areas for improvement in current season's operations.
- Oversaw grower relationships to procure products to meet quality, price and terms.
- Developed and implemented a crop rotation plan .
- Established quality control procedures for grading produce according to industry standards.
- Worked closely with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing on supplies needed for operation of the farm.
- Negotiated contracts with buyers of produce at local farmers markets or wholesale distributors.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding food safety standards.
- Complied with practices and principles of biosecurity in relation to the importing of bulbs.
- Conducted research into new varieties of plants that may be beneficial for the farm.
- Planned harvest and planting schedules.
- Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
- Positioned and monitored plant irrigation systems.
- Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farm.
- Coordinated clerical, recordkeeping and marketing strategies to enhance business operations and boost profits.
- Collected and recorded growth, production and environmental data.
- Coordinated position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
- Organized plant stocks for optimal growth and transported to displays when ready for customer sales.
- Cared for and maintained plants in different climate-controlled areas.
- Allocated resources to respond to insect infestation, drought and fire.
- Prepared reports required by state and federal laws.
Assistant Manager
Mountain View Flower Farm
Mountain River, Tas
01.2001 - 06.2003
- Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
- Supervised planting, cultivating, harvesting, storage, and marketing activities for all crops.
- Delegated tasks to seasonal workers and supervised completion of duties and responsibilities.
- Managed employees and subcontractors to meet or exceed cost, yield and quality goals.
- Organized the purchase of supplies such as fertilizer, seed, feed, and other necessary items.
- Directed efficient crop production to maximize resource utilization and consistently meet schedule and financial demands.
- Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
- Analyzed data from previous growing seasons in order to identify areas for improvement in current season's operations.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
- Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Tracked employee payroll processes to verify timely reporting and avoid late fees.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of new accounting systems and processes.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
Assistant Manager
Wedge Gardens Flower Farm
Tasman Peninsula, T
05.1997 - 12.2001
- Developed company-wide budgets, monitored financial transactions and formulated financial reports.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable functions including customer invoicing, collections and payments to vendors.
- Compiled statistical data related to operations such as labor costs or production output.
- Assisted with the development of short-term cash flow projections by analyzing historical data.
- Identified areas where cost savings could be achieved while maintaining quality standards.
- Performed detailed analyses on various aspects of the business including pricing models, inventory costs.
- Processed payroll data and maintained accurate records of employee time, wages, deductions, taxes, benefits, and other information.
- Organized supplies necessary for daily operations on the farm.
- Created detailed financial records for tracking income and expenses associated with the farm operation.
- Organized and managed the planting, cultivation, harvesting and selling of produce.
- Worked with owner to determine farm needs.
- Planned harvest and planting schedules.
- Cared for and maintained plants in different climate-controlled areas.
- Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farm.
- Coordinated clerical, recordkeeping and marketing strategies to enhance business operations and boost profits.
Accouonting Assistant
Trust Bank Tasmania
Hobart, Tas
02.1990 - 11.1996
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
- Maintained the general ledger system to ensure accurate recording of all transactions.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Sorted documents, matching supporting invoices to procurement documents and verifying invoices for payment.
- Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
- Performed account analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements and inter-company general ledger accounts.
- Assisted internal accounting team in checking financial statements for accuracy to produce reliable reports.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Worked closely with auditors during year-end audits to provide necessary documentation.
- Provided support to upper management with special projects related to finance or accounting processes.
- Researched discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, packing slips.
- Generated monthly financial reports for internal stakeholders and external auditors.
- Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
- Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Business - Business
University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS08-2022
Certificate III Education Support - Education
TAFE Tasmania
Hobart06-2017
Certificate in Business And Finance - Business
TAFE Tasmania
Hobart12-1988
Skills
- Financial Management
- Payroll Management
- AP and AR Management
- General Ledger Management
- Financial Reporting
- Account Reconciliations
- Budget Management
- Audit Coordination
- Financial Data Analysis
- Operations Management
- Process Improvement
- Employee Onboarding
Affiliations
- Bushwalking
- Camping
- Travelling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Finance and Payroll Administrator
Drug Education Network Inc.
07.2023 - 02.2024
Finance Officer
South East Tasmanian Aboriginal Corporation
10.2020 - 06.2023
Education Support
Department of Education (various locations)
01.2017 - 11.2020
Assistant Farm Manager/Accountant
Birchs Bay Cherries
01.2017 - 06.2019
Self Employed
Accounting Services
01.2008 - Current
Self Employed
Flower Grower/Wholesaler/Bulb Importer
07.2003 - 10.2008
Assistant Manager
Mountain View Flower Farm
01.2001 - 06.2003
Assistant Manager
Wedge Gardens Flower Farm
05.1997 - 12.2001
Accouonting Assistant
Trust Bank Tasmania
02.1990 - 11.1996
Graduate Certificate in Business - Business
University of Tasmania
Certificate III Education Support - Education
TAFE Tasmania
Certificate in Business And Finance - Business
TAFE Tasmania
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