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Tandin Phurba

Wembley,WA

Summary

Experienced finance and governance professional with a robust 15-year background in financial management, project coordination, internal auditing, and tax administration. Skilled in leading impactful projects including World Bank-funded initiatives, strategic reviews of State-Owned Enterprises, and significant policy reforms. Proven track record of improving operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and offering valuable insights through financial and risk analysis. Pursuing CPA designation with a completed Master of Professional Accounting, ready to contribute in business development, finance, project management, and human resources roles.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member (Part-time)

Coles Local
Mosman Park, Western Australia
08.2023 - Current
  • Maintained inventory accuracy and ensured excellent customer service.
  • Recognised for teamwork, communication, and consistent performance.

Payroll Officer

HADEC Group
Belmont, WA
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Processed payroll for 300 employees weekly using Pronto, ensuring compliance with Australian Labour laws.
  • Collaborated with HR and finance teams to resolve payroll issues and enhance satisfaction.

Internal Auditor & Project Coordinator

Central Coordinating Agency for Internal Audit, Ministry of Finance
Thimphu, Bhutan
01.2017 - 01.2023
  • Led World Bank-funded MDF Project to enhance internal audit effectiveness.
  • Managed relationships with international consultants for timely and high-quality deliverables.
  • Directed internal review teams, provided strategic oversight, and approved consultant outputs.
  • Developed and monitored project budgets through accurate forecasting and cost management.
  • Organised nationwide training programs for internal audit staff, strengthening audit capabilities across government agencies.
  • Coordinated national and regional internal audit conferences, managing logistics and stakeholder engagement.
  • Conducted high-impact financial and operational audits, delivering strategic recommendations for improved efficiency and compliance.

Advisory and Special Assignments

Jan 2022 – Sep 2022: Secondment – Department of Macro-Fiscal and Development Finance:

  • Provided strategic and financial analysis leading to the successful merger of Bhutan Development Bank Ltd. and National Cottage and Small Industries Development Bank Ltd.
  • Reviewed State-Owned Enterprises (SoEs) business models and recommended governance reforms.

Mar 2021 – Jan 2022: Task Force Member – Royal Civil Service Commission:

  • Played a key role in developing the Agencification Framework, guiding public agency restructuring.

Aug 2020 – Dec 2020: Task Force Member – GNHC & RCSC:

  • Contributed strategic expertise to Bhutan's 21st-Century Economic Development Roadmap.

Tax Inspector

Department of Revenue and Customs, Ministry of Finance
Thimphu, Bhutan
07.2006 - 12.2016
  • Evaluated corporate tax returns for compliance and accurate tax liability assessments.
  • Conducted field audits and risk assessments to ensure tax compliance.
  • Reviewed tax returns, validated claimed credits and deductions, and resolved discrepancies.
  • Advised taxpayers on filing procedures and regulatory compliance.

Education

Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) -

Murdoch University
Perth, WA
05.2025

Post-Graduate Diploma in Financial Management - Accounting And Finance

Royal Institute of Management
Thimphu, Bhutan
12.2017

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Taxation

Bangalore University
Bangalore, India
06-2015

Diploma in Tax and Customs Administration - Taxation

Royal Institute of Management
Thimphu, Bhutan
06-2006

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Financial Analysis
  • Tax Compliance
  • Project Coordination
  • Project Management
  • Human Resources Management
  • Training
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Risk Management
  • Compliance
  • ERP Systems
  • Data Analysis

Accomplishments

  • Top Performer, Bhutan Civil Service Examination (2015) – Ranked among the highest national scorers.
  • Scholastic Honours Award (2006) – Topped the Diploma in Tax and Customs Administration.

Affiliations

CPA Australia, Associate Member (ASA), Pursuing full designation by 2026

Professional Development

  • Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability), Australia, 19/02/24
  • International Computer Driving License (ICDL)- Advanced Documents, Financial Spreadsheet, Advance Presentation, Data Analytics, 10/01/22
  • Construction Auditing, Professional Development Centre, RAA, 19/11/21
  • Strategic Leadership & Public Governance, Singapore Cooperation Program, 28/04/21
  • Public Financial Management & Government Finance Statistics, IMF, 02/07/21
  • Performance Auditing, Quality Assurance and Performance Review, 02/08/19
  • International Standards of Supreme Audit Institutions (ISSAI), Bhutan, 13/07/18
  • Construction Auditing, IIA Bombay Chapter, 24/03/17
  • International Computer Driving License (ICDL)- Project Planing, Advanced Spreadsheet, Advance Presentation, Online collaboration, 25/01/20

Honours Achievements

  • Top Performer, Bhutan Civil Service Examination, 2015, Ranked among the highest national scorers.
  • Scholastic Honours Award, 2006, Topped the Diploma in Tax and Customs Administration.

Professional Membership

 CPA Australia, Associate Member (ASA) – Pursuing full designation by 2026

Timeline

Team Member (Part-time)

Coles Local
08.2023 - Current

Payroll Officer

HADEC Group
02.2023 - 08.2023

Internal Auditor & Project Coordinator

Central Coordinating Agency for Internal Audit, Ministry of Finance
01.2017 - 01.2023

Tax Inspector

Department of Revenue and Customs, Ministry of Finance
07.2006 - 12.2016

Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) -

Murdoch University

Post-Graduate Diploma in Financial Management - Accounting And Finance

Royal Institute of Management

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Taxation

Bangalore University

Diploma in Tax and Customs Administration - Taxation

Royal Institute of Management
Tandin Phurba