Suwinda Johan
Kellyville,NSW
Summary
Dynamic APAC Accountant with proven expertise in receivables and payables management honed at ACTIVISION BLIZZARD KING. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and interpersonal skills, fostering strong across-functional team collaborations. Achieved significant process improvements, ensuring audit-readiness and compliance. With strong work ethic and desire to learn and grow have enabled me to excel in improving cash flow and developing efficient invoicing systems, leveraging Oracle for enhanced financial reporting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
ACTIVISION BLIZZARD KING -(One of the largest gaming company in the world)
PYRMONT, NSW
07.2005 - 10.2024
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Developed processes for tracking customer payments, credits, refunds, returns.
- Checked vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Negotiated payment terms with customers to ensure timely receipt of payments.
- Maintained accurate records of all invoices, payments, and adjustments.
- Reconciled discrepancies between internal records and customer account balances.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Identified areas for process improvement within the department.
- Reviewed contracts, agreements, and other documents related to accounts receivable transactions.
- Resolved billing disputes in a timely manner.
- Prepared monthly financial statements related to accounts receivable activities.
- Initiated contact with customers regarding past due amounts owed or outstanding invoices.
- Managed relationships with customers, suppliers, bankers, and auditors.
- Conducted periodic reviews of accounts receivable aging reports.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding collections procedures and legal requirements.
- Coordinated with other departments such as accounting, finance, and collections as needed.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Account Receivables Manager
HOTEL DYNAMIC GROUP
CHATSWOOD, NSW
01.2000 - 04.2004
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Performed day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables' data.
- Prepared monthly aging reports for review by management.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Performed weekly audits of AR data entry accuracy for errors or omissions.
- Monitored delinquent accounts and initiated collection efforts as needed.
- Generated monthly statements for clients outlining their current balances due.
- Maintained accurate records of all accounts receivable transactions.
- Completed daily accounts receivable ledger reconciliations.
- Conducted periodic audits of customer accounts for accuracy and completeness.
- Investigated and resolved customer inquiries regarding billing issues or discrepancies.
- Coordinated with the accounting department to post payments and adjustments accurately.
- Followed up with customers via phone, email, or mail regarding outstanding invoices.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers to ensure timely payment of invoices.
- Assisted in month-end closing process, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals.
Education
BBA - Accounting
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW09-1998
BBA - Accounting
University of Trisakti
Indonesia11-1996
Skills
- Receivables-end to end process
- Payables-including expenses auditing
- A/P and A/R repoting
- Month-end close
- Year-end close
- Oracle system
Accomplishments
- Ability to adapt to business changes
- Ability to learn and smooth transition to new systems while doing day-to-day tasks
- Always meet monthly, yearly reporting and audit datelines
- Led the successful training of AR and AP process to a third party.
Timeline
Accountant
ACTIVISION BLIZZARD KING -(One of the largest gaming company in the world)
07.2005 - 10.2024
Account Receivables Manager
HOTEL DYNAMIC GROUP
01.2000 - 04.2004
BBA - Accounting
University of Technology Sydney
BBA - Accounting
University of Trisakti
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