Suminder Kaur Dhanjal
Baulkham Hills,Australia
Summary
Accomplished Senior Financial Accountant with a proven track record at Innovations, Direct Group Pty Ltd, adept in financial leadership and cash flow management. Excelled in monthend and year end processes and leading audit preparations, showcasing analytical proficiency and proactive problem-solving. Renowned for attention to detail and fostering team collaboration, significantly contributing to financial integrity and strategic decision-making.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Innovations, Direct Group Pty Ltd
10.2011 - 02.2025
- Conduct accurate analysis and reconciliation of financial data for Innovations and multiple affiliated companies (including Damart), ensuring the accuracy of monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and Balance Sheets
- Manage and oversee inter-company journals, advancing effective communication between entities, and executing comprehensive inter-company reconciliations to guarantee financial integrity
- Prepare diligently for audits and leading the audit process whilst addressing audit queries with proficiency, demonstrating a thorough understanding of financial processes and controls
- Lead timely preparation of monthly Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet statements, adhering to due dates to provide management with a clear and comprehensive overview of the company's financial performance
- Implement strategic measures to enhance the efficiency of Accounts Receivable processes, demonstrating strong attention to detail in reconciling accounts and contributing to the overall financial integrity of the organisation
- Conduct daily assessments of cashflow, ensuring accurate and up-to date forecasts to provide real-time insights into the financial position of the company
- Develop and implement a weekly and monthly payment strategy for suppliers and other stakeholders, aligning with cash balances to optimise liquidity and meet financial obligations in a timely manner
- Execute precise and timely preparation of monthly journals, showcasing a meticulous approach to recording financial transactions and maintaining accurate records
- Respond promptly to management's ad-hoc reporting needs by preparing insightful and actionable reports, showcasing a proactive approach to providing financial information that supports strategic decision-making
- Made redundant due to company downsizing
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Damart, Direct Group Pty Ltd
03.2006 - 08.2010
- Led the oversight of Accounts Payable and General Ledger management, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and adherence to financial regulations
- Performed ad hoc projects as per management requirements, showcasing adaptability and a solution-oriented approach to achieve organisational objectives
- Managed fixed assets register, including overseeing purchases and disposals of assets and accurately recording entries into the books
- Prepared and processed monthly BAS and annual workers' compensation returns, guaranteeing compliance with regulatory requirements
- Coordinated seamless day-to-day financial operations, ensuring the efficient execution of procedures to support the organisation's financial health
- Executed the maintenance of accurate stock accounting records, ensuring precision in tracking inventory levels and valuations
- Conducted inter-company reconciliations to ensure alignment and accuracy in financial transactions between different business entities
- Addressed and resolved staff-related issues, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment within the finance team
Chief Accountant
Simba Colt Motors Ltd.
10.2001 - 10.2005
Senior Auditor
Joy Bhatt and Company Ltd.
07.1998 - 09.2001
AR Accountant
Industrial Promotional Building Ltd.
01.1998 - 06.1999
Education
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting And Finance
Strathmore University
KenyaSkills
- Financial Leadership
- Cash flow management
- Accounts Payable Management
- General Ledger Oversight
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Proficiency
- Proactive Problem-Solving
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Supported the need for on-time decision making by leading an initiative to have monthly Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reporting ready from working day 5 to 1.
- Championed process efficiency of annual financial audit processes, achieving 40% reduction in time and cost savings.
- Company upgraded software package from legacy Great Plains to ERP platform Microsoft Dynamics AX, I was part of the core team that tested the system and then trained the Finance team on the new system.
References
Available upon request
Professional Memberships
Member Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK
Attributes
- Address staff issues for a positive work environment.
- Exemplary work ethics, high degree of diplomacy, integrity, and professionalism.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to keep within timescales and budgets.
- Undertake ad hoc projects, showcasing adaptability and proactive problem-solving.
- Ability to flourish with minimal guidance in a fast-paced environment, be proactive and handle uncertainty.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Innovations, Direct Group Pty Ltd
10.2011 - 02.2025
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Damart, Direct Group Pty Ltd
03.2006 - 08.2010
Chief Accountant
Simba Colt Motors Ltd.
10.2001 - 10.2005
Senior Auditor
Joy Bhatt and Company Ltd.
07.1998 - 09.2001
AR Accountant
Industrial Promotional Building Ltd.
01.1998 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting And Finance
Strathmore University
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