Tara Arbabi
Athelstone,SA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with years of experience in team leadership and performance management. Proven track record of driving team performance, fostering collaboration, achieving operational excellence, meeting KPIs and managing budgets effectively. Loyal and dedicated to team success, with a keen attention to detail that ensures quality outcomes. Adept at mentoring and developing team members to exceed goals and deliver exceptional results. Committed to creating a positive work environment and leveraging innovative strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
National Invoicing Team Leader
Dormakaba
07.2023 - Current
- Managing and mentoring the national invoicing team of 20 between the two states of Victoria and South Australia
- Ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the invoicing process
- Implementing best practices, and collaborating with various departments to optimise workflows
- Managing daily administrative operations, ensuring smooth workflow adherence to policies and ensuring KPIs being met and national budgets reached on monthly basis
- Provide strategic direction and support to a geographically dispersed team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
- Conduct regular team meetings and one-on-one check-ins to promote communication and engagement and Develop strategies to overcome obstacles that may arise due to geographic dispersion or resource limitations
- Set clear performance expectations and KPIs for team members, conducting regular evaluations and feedback sessions
- Identify training and development needs, coordinating resources to enhance team skills and capabilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for interstate team members, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to succeed
- Oversee daily operations across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and compliance with policies
- Implement standardised processes and best practices to enhance efficiency and consistency
- Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and other departments to facilitate effective communication and collaboration
- Monitor project timelines and deliverables, ensuring objectives are met and resources are allocated effectively
- Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on team performance, operational issues, and strategic initiatives
- Address and resolve any team-related issues or conflicts promptly, promoting a positive work environment
- Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by soliciting feedback from team members and implementing suggestions for process enhancements
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to inform strategic decisions and team development
National Commissioning Admin
Dormakaba
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Managing and coordinating the commissioning processes for projects within the organisation
- Ensuring that all commissioning activities are executed efficiently, documentation is maintained accurately, and compliance with regulatory standards is upheld
- Woking closely with project teams, stakeholders, and external partners to facilitate a seamless transition from project initiation to operational status
- Coordinated all aspects of commissioning projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to specifications
- Developed and maintained comprehensive commissioning documentation, including checklists, reports, and manuals
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations in all documentation
- Acted as a liaison between clients, contractors, and internal teams to facilitate smooth project execution
- Organised and led commissioning meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and solutions
- Provided training and support to operational staff on commissioning procedures
- Created user manuals and operational guides for end-users
- Monitored system performance post-commissioning to ensure optimal operation and adherence to standards
- Compiled performance data and generated reports for project stakeholders
Admin- Invoicing Clerk
Dormakaba
07.2016 - 05.2022
- Managing the invoicing process, ensuring timely and accurate billing for products and services provided by the organisation
- Coordinating with various departments to collect necessary data, preparing invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining financial records
- Supporting the organisation's cash flow and customer relations, contributing to a 20% reduction in overdue invoices by implementing a structured follow-up system for outstanding payments and improving client satisfaction ratings by 15% through timely resolution of invoicing queries and enhanced communication
- Prepared, reviewed, and processed invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Ensured all invoices complied with company policies and relevant regulations
- Entered billing information into accounting systems, maintaining data accuracy and integrity
- Managed and updated customer accounts, ensuring all records were current and accurate
- Collaborated with sales and finance teams to resolve billing issues and improve processes
- Generated regular reports on invoicing activity, outstanding payments, and aging accounts receivable
- Analysed billing trends and provided insights to management for financial forecasting
- Assisted in the collection of overdue invoices, following up with clients as necessary
Accountant
STEEDFORM
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll departments
- Record, classify, interpret data and document financial transactions by entering account information
- Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures
- Record supplier payments and office expenses in MYOB accounting software, coding to appropriate accounts
- Bill all customers on a timely basis, filing copies as per documented procedures
- Prepare asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analysing account information
- Summarise current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports
- Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents
- Perform account reconciliations and ensure all ledgers are closed as per company law
Accountant (Tax Officer)
UNITED ACCOUNTANTS GROUP PTY LTD
06.2014 - 08.2014
Bookkeeping
Trading Metals Pty Ltd
06.2013 - 11.2013
Education
Master of Commerce - Professional Accounting
University of Queensland
01.2013
Bachelor of Spanish Language - comprising commerce courses
University of Allameh Tabatabai
01.2009
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Facilitation and Presentation Skills
- Performance Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Process Optimisation
- Policy Development and Implementation
- KPI Development
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Team Management and Collaboration
- Decision-Making and Problem-Solving
- Networking and Relationship Building
- Communication Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Emotional Intelligence
- SAP
- Salesforce/ Lightning
- MYOB
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- Leadership and management
- Coaching and Developing Employees
- Delivering Employee Feedback
- MYOB Software
- ASSISSTANT Software
References
- Julie White, System and Process Improvement Manager, Dormakaba, 0428 859 419, julie.white@dormakaba.com
- Angie McMahon, Deputy Vice President New Zealand & Polynesian Islands, AS APAC, Dormakaba, +64 27 444 1588, angie.mcmahon@dormakaba.com
- Tania Adams, Project Administrator, Dormakaba, 0484 306 796, tania.adams@dormakaba.com
- Craig Newlyn, Facilities and Asset Manager, JPOP, AGFMA- Ventia, 0418 554 212, craig.newlyn@ventia.com
Timeline
National Invoicing Team Leader
Dormakaba
07.2023 - Current
National Commissioning Admin
Dormakaba
05.2022 - 07.2023
Admin- Invoicing Clerk
Dormakaba
07.2016 - 05.2022
Accountant
STEEDFORM
10.2014 - 05.2015
Accountant (Tax Officer)
UNITED ACCOUNTANTS GROUP PTY LTD
06.2014 - 08.2014
Bookkeeping
Trading Metals Pty Ltd
06.2013 - 11.2013
Master of Commerce - Professional Accounting
University of Queensland
Bachelor of Spanish Language - comprising commerce courses
University of Allameh Tabatabai
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