Sheral Anand
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Detail-oriented and proactive accounting professional with extensive experience in financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and reconciliation. Eager to apply strong analytical abilities and a keen eye for detail to support financial processes in a dynamic organization. Committed to delivering accurate and timely results while continuously enhancing operational efficiency and contributing to team success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounts Officer
Arnold Bloch Leibler
02.2024 - Current
- Prepare and process weekly and fortnightly payment runs
- Process invoices using SAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal procedures
- Manage client queries and ensure timely resolution of financial issues
- Forecast and update monthly collections targets for the team
- Manage expense postings related to legal matters and the general ledger
- Process payments received from clients using the practice management system
- Assist in following up on outstanding aged debtors
- Prepare and provide reports to partners on outstanding receivables
- Generate and distribute monthly statements to clients
Accounts Payable
Snell’s Packaging & Safety
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Prepared and processed weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring timely payments to vendors
- Reconciled supplier statements and resolved discrepancies
- Handled queries related to invoices and payment processing
- Supported the Accounts Receivable team with various tasks
- Performed ad-hoc accounting duties as required
Accounts Assistant
Snell’s Packaging & Safety
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Processed invoices using D365, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accuracy
- Reconciled supplier statements and assisted with maintaining physical financial records
- Provided administrative support for the finance department
Business Support Administrator
Kings Plant Barn
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Processed invoices using Univex and Xero, ensuring proper allocation and timely payments
- Reconciled financial statements and investigated variances in accounts
- Managed stock control and performed data entry tasks to ensure accurate financial records
Financial Operations Intern
Kainga Ora Homes & Communities (Housing NZ)
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed loan processes, from application to approval
- Implemented new processes to enhance efficiency and improve customer experience
- Worked across departments, gaining experience in procurement, loan administration, and financial product compliance
- Recommended loan approvals or denials based on financial analysis
- Reviewed general ledgers and financial statements for variances, ensuring accuracy in reports sent to auditors
Finance Administrator
Maxitrans
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Managed timesheet entries for payroll processing
- Provided front-desk reception administration and engaged with suppliers
- Handled purchase orders, invoices, credit notes, and statements
- Worked with Accredo accounting software to perform accounts reconciliation and investigate variances
Financial Crime Analyst
ASB Bank
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Managed customer sanctions and politically exposed persons (PEPs)
- Conducted Anti-Money-Laundering (AML) detection and managed customer composite risk
- Improved internal processes for greater operational efficiency
- Loaded suspicious transaction reports (STRs) through the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) for further investigation
Education
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
AUT University
Auckland, New Zealand12.2019
Certificate - Business
AUT University
Auckland, New Zealand07.2016
High School Diploma -
Botany Downs Secondary College
New Zealand 02.2015
Skills
- Loan Operations Management
- Financial Transaction Processing
- Cash Handling
- Data Entry & Financial Reconciliation
- Statement Reconciliation
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Excellent Communication & Customer Service Skills
- Analytical & Detail-Oriented
- Strong Team Player
- Bank reconciliation
- Invoice processing
- Accounting software proficiency
Certification
- CPD Certification Service – Certificate in Xero
- Diploma in Xero
- Certificate in Xero Payroll
- New Zealand Economics Competition – Certificate of Participation
- Textiles Technology – Botany Design Award: Occasion Wear (Year12 &13)
Timeline
Accounts Officer
Arnold Bloch Leibler
02.2024 - Current
Accounts Payable
Snell’s Packaging & Safety
08.2021 - 12.2023
Accounts Assistant
Snell’s Packaging & Safety
06.2021 - 08.2021
Business Support Administrator
Kings Plant Barn
10.2020 - 06.2021
Financial Operations Intern
Kainga Ora Homes & Communities (Housing NZ)
10.2019 - 12.2019
Finance Administrator
Maxitrans
11.2018 - 04.2019
Financial Crime Analyst
ASB Bank
11.2017 - 06.2018
- CPD Certification Service – Certificate in Xero
- Diploma in Xero
- Certificate in Xero Payroll
- New Zealand Economics Competition – Certificate of Participation
- Textiles Technology – Botany Design Award: Occasion Wear (Year12 &13)
Bachelor of Business - Accounting
AUT University
Certificate - Business
AUT University
High School Diploma -
Botany Downs Secondary College
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