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Sheryl Li

Brisbane

Summary

Finance and accounting professional with 8+ years of experience across wealth management, financial services, and corporate accounting. Skilled in client service, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance management. Proven ability to deliver accurate results in high-volume environments while building strong client and stakeholder relationships across Asia-Pacific. Bilingual in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. CPA Associate Member.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Service Officer

My Wealth Solutions
09.2024 - Current
  • Prepare documentation for SOA meetings and manage implementation of financial strategies.
  • Provide high-level client support and ensure compliance requirements are met.
  • Manage insurance applications and underwriting processes, liaising with brokers and property specialists.
  • Maintain accurate records, withdrawals, and client documentation.
  • Contribute to process improvements and team collaboration.

Financial Consultant

AIA Group Limited
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Delivered tailored wealth management solutions including retirement planning and asset allocation.
  • Managed underwriting and insurance claims while maintaining client relationships.
  • Supported business development initiatives and secured new client referrals.
  • Led weekly team meetings, coached staff, and drove sales growth.

Assistant Accountant

Brisbane Airport Hotels Group
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Assisted Financial Controller with accounts payable, receivable, and payroll functions.
  • Prepared financial reports for stakeholders and monitored cash flow.
  • Supported month-end and year-end reporting requirements.
  • Utilised Opera and Sun Systems, ensuring timely and accurate financial processing.

Temporary Project Officer

Inxpress Australia Pty Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2017
  • Conducted analysis and reconciliation of employee expense claims and freight fees.
  • Identified and reported overcharged freight fees through detailed Excel modelling.
  • Investigated discrepancies between carrier invoices and company records.

Assistant Accountant

Emperor Global Trading Pty Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Managed AR/AP, payroll, bookkeeping, and bank reconciliations using MYOB.
  • Processed invoices, purchase orders, and journal entries with accuracy.
  • Monitored stock levels and maintained financial data spreadsheets.

Graduate Tax Accountant / Primary Tax Reviewer

Etax Accountants Pty Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Prepared and reviewed individual tax returns, ensuring compliance with ATO standards.
  • Handled client queries and supported electronic payment processes.
  • Built long-term productive client relationships through effective communication.

Assistant Accountant

Bellas Accountants Pty Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2015
  • Supported BAS preparation, financial statement reviews, and GL reconciliations.
  • Investigated payment discrepancies and ensured accuracy of transactions.

Education

Advanced Diploma of Translating -

Sydney Institute of Interpreting & Translating
01.2016

Professional Year Program - Accounting

University of Queensland
01.2015

Master of Applied Finance & Professional Accounting - undefined

QUT
01.2014

Bachelor of International Economics & Trade - undefined

Guangdong University of Foreign Studies
01.2011

Skills

  • Bank & credit card reconciliations Transaction processing
  • Financial reporting, BAS, GST, tax compliance
  • Client service & insurance underwriting
  • SOA preparation & wealth management support
  • Accounts payable/receivable, payroll, cash flow
  • Systems: MYOB, QuickBooks, SAASU, TechOne, Opera, Sun Systems
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel (macros, data analysis)
  • Multilingual: English, Mandarin, Cantonese
  • Professionalism and etiquette
  • Client needs assessment
  • Strong empathy
  • Telephone skills

Accomplishments

  • Achieved more than 70 statement of advice plan through effectively helping with the implementation team
  • Resolved superfund rollover through communication with different provider
  • Pushing underwriting procedure with the insures
  • Documented and resolved market vitality which led to good investment performance.
  • Collaborated with team of 36 in the development of inhouse CRM systmes and reporting.

Affiliations

  • Associate Member, CPA Australia
  • NAATI Accredited Professional Translator (English Chinese)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Client Service Officer

My Wealth Solutions
09.2024 - Current

Financial Consultant

AIA Group Limited
01.2020 - 01.2024

Assistant Accountant

Brisbane Airport Hotels Group
01.2017 - 01.2020

Temporary Project Officer

Inxpress Australia Pty Ltd
01.2017 - 01.2017

Assistant Accountant

Emperor Global Trading Pty Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017

Graduate Tax Accountant / Primary Tax Reviewer

Etax Accountants Pty Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016

Assistant Accountant

Bellas Accountants Pty Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2015

Professional Year Program - Accounting

University of Queensland

Master of Applied Finance & Professional Accounting - undefined

QUT

Bachelor of International Economics & Trade - undefined

Guangdong University of Foreign Studies

Advanced Diploma of Translating -

Sydney Institute of Interpreting & Translating
Sheryl Li