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TRACY SHARON CHAND

Western Sydney University Village, Parramatta,NSW

Summary

Diligent [ with prior engagements as Management Accountant/ Accountant/Auditor] with Intermediate -level financial Understanding. Implements and monitors financial controls to safeguard assets and increase accuracy. Communicative and proactive problem-solver with 8 years of industry experience. Results-oriented Management Accountant/ Accountant/Auditor with 8 years of experience in accounting, Business related settings.

Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy and efficiency. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.

Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges.

Thorough the recent engagement of a Legal Officer, developed in-depth understanding of applicable laws and court etiquette. Works great with senior counsels, support staff and other stakeholders to meet legal demands. Record of success with Civil, Criminal and Family issues.

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Hardworking employee with high level of client service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every client a positive and memorable experience in dealing with legal issues.

Developed Leadership skills and effective communication skills whilst appearing in respective courts and those skills have contributed to my adaptability skills where I appreciate feedbacks and quickly adjust to evolving needs of my clients. Developed Inquisitive nature when dealing with clients. Further developed stronger public speaking skills as I have been constantly making appearance in courts before Registrar, Magistrate, Masters and Judges.

Developed soft skills such as negotiation techniques and conducting group meetings through conducting trials with superiors. Further development of High level of problem solving skills by dealing with range of legal issues.

Developed Strong work ethics due to confidentiality of matters that were dealt with. Effective Time management Skills and prioritization of work and multitasking of duties to meet tight deadlines. Adaptability and excellent interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

In my previous engagement as an Accountant/Auditor and my most recent engagement as a Legal Officer, I have been trained to work autonomously as well as a team based work environment which has enhanced communication and written skills with effective listening skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Management Accountant

Anil Singh Properties
Nadi, Fiji
01.2015 - Current
  • Financial Record Keeping
  • Implemented new accounting software system across all departments.
  • Daily Entries of Transaction into Accounting Software – XERO
  • Monthly Reconciliations of Accounts Payable and Receivables
  • Reviewed and reconciled bank statements on a daily basis
  • Asset Register – Maintenance
  • Monthly Invoices & receipting to Tenants (rental Invoices)
  • Making Payments – Cheque preparation
  • Ensuring that all business expenses are documented to minimize tax liabilities
  • Financial Reporting Preparation
  • Developed, maintained and updated accounting systems to ensure accuracy of financial information.
  • Generation of Financial statements and Income Statements for decision making for the Sole Trader (system generated)
  • Preparation of Financial Statements - (Draft for External Accountant)
  • Tax Compliance
  • Being Update to date with Tax regulations for the purpose of minimizing liabilities for the Sole Trader
  • Preparation of Quarterly Value Added Tax (GST – BAS)
  • Preparation of Provisional Advance Tax
  • Preparation of Income Tax Payment
  • Liaising with Tax Authorities (Fiji Revenue and Customs Authority)
  • General Administrative Duties
  • Collection of rental cheques, Banking, emails, addressing queries of Tenants
  • Assisting in Investment decisions
  • Meeting potential Tenants & Overseeing Construction works
  • Preparation of Rental Contracts and Finalization
  • Coordinated external audit process by providing necessary documentation to auditors in a timely manner.

Legal Officer

Zoyab Legal
08.2022 - 04.2023
  • Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, and court decisions.
  • Analyzed complex legal issues and provided advice to clients.
  • Drafted pleadings for use in court proceedings.
  • Negotiated settlements of civil disputes between parties.
  • Prepared cases for trial by researching case law and preparing arguments.
  • Counseled clients on various matters related to their legal rights and obligations.
  • Developed strategies to resolve complicated legal issues for clients.
  • Investigated facts to determine causes of action and prepared statements of claim or defense accordingly.
  • Provided guidance on compliance with applicable laws to ensure that businesses are operating within the bounds of the law.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on various aspects of case preparation.
  • Attended hearings in order to present evidence or make arguments before judges or juries.
  • Regularly updated clients on progress made towards resolution of their cases.
  • Maintained accurate records related to each case handled.
  • Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
  • Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.
  • Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
  • Presented court cases to jurors and judges.
  • Maintained loyal client base by establishing trusting alliances and fair billing practices.
  • Court Appearances – Magistrate, Masters, High court ( Nadi, Lautoka and Nausori)
  • Family, DVRO, Litigation, Criminal ( Nadi & Lautoka)
  • Conflict files from Legal Aid Commission ( Lautoka, Labasa, Nadi, Sigatoka)
  • Civil Litigation -Drafting Pleadings (Statement of claim, defense), Formal Proof
  • Hearings – Defamation, DVRO, Residence, Assault, Theft
  • Interviewing clients and taking instructions
  • Drafting correspondences and advising clients of upcoming dates
  • Prepared regular and ad hoc regulatory filings as directed by the Principal

Placement/Intern/Associate

S Nand Lawyers
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Court Appearances Magistrate, High Court
  • Formal Proof Hearing - High Court
  • Family Applications and Bail
  • Case research on various matters as directed by Senior Associate and Principal
  • Drafting client correspondences in respect to any change to their respective file
  • Advising client on upcoming court dates and keeping information in confidence as required
  • Assist in case preparation and drafting legal opinion
  • Filing documents in various registry as directed
  • Civil Litigation -Drafting Pleadings (Statement of claim, defense), Formal Proof, Submissions for hearings
  • Observing court protocols – High Court, Magistrate Court and Masters Court
  • Interviewing clients and taking instructions
  • Prepared regular and ad hoc regulatory filings as directed by Senior Associate
  • Family – preparation of Family forms, affidavits in response
  • General Administrative Duties – Banking, emails, Telephone, File Preparation, Receipting

Accountant/ Internal Auditor

SeaQuest Fiji Limited/Celtrock Holdings Limited
09.2012 - 12.2014
  • Wages, Monthly lodgments (VAT, FNPF, PAYE), Management meeting/ Staff Meeting
  • Verifying daily invoices and ensuring all receipts are raised, Raising Invoices
  • Reconciling inventory, Accounts Receivables, Payables and maintaining general ledger for management meeting
  • Daily Banking – Receipting and Reconciliation in MYOB
  • Checking daily cash sale, petty cash, invoice and delivery books
  • Ensuring shop orders are met with given orders
  • Verifying inward and outward for Bi Catch received
  • Collating, checking and analyzing spreadsheet data
  • Ensuring that correct recovery is maintained with orders raised
  • Asset Register
  • Internal control procedures are maintained
  • Coordinating with external auditors – stock take
  • Overseeing Staff and assigning duties as required.

Accountant

HLB
02.2014 - 04.2014
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of new accounting systems and processes.
  • Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
  • Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital and prepared balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
  • Developed and documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
  • Assisted clients in determining business strategy and achieving profitability goals.

Senior Accountant, Senior Auditor

Aliz Pacific, BDO International (2012)
Suva, Fiji
03.2010 - 08.2012
  • Business Advisory Services
  • Liaising with clients
  • Compiling of financial data of clients
  • Preparation of Financial Statements (Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Accounts)
  • Preparation of Vat returns
  • Preparation of Company Tax Return, Personal Income Tax Returns and COE
  • Fringe Benefit
  • Preparation for Annual Returns
  • Tin Registration
  • Monthly updating of clients data base ( Tagos System, MYOB)
  • Monthly Reconciliation of Accounts Receivables and Payables
  • FNPF and PAYE Position
  • Reviewed work of Junior and made reports.
  • Audit
  • Reviewing and verifying records and Financial Statements
  • Preparing reports, commentaries and financial statements
  • Ensuring procedures, policies, legislations and regulations are correctly followed
  • Analyzed financial data and prepared reports outlining findings and recommendations for clients.
  • Prepared detailed audit workpapers for review by senior auditors.
  • Identified discrepancies in financial documents, investigated causes, and proposed solutions.
  • Ensured timely completion of all assigned tasks within set deadlines.
  • Collaborated closely with other team members to develop effective audit plans.
  • Conducted audits on internal controls and developed reports on findings.
  • Coordinating with Audit Supervisor on various assignments
  • Auditing and compliance with policies, procedures and principles
  • Stock Take for clients
  • Special Review - NLTB 2010
  • Review of clients’ data base.

Education

Masters - Professional Accounting ( Advanced)

Western Sydney University
Parramatta City Campus
2023.06 - 2025.06

CPA – Reference ID 9812596 -

03.2022

Graduate Diploma In Legal Practice - Legal

University of Fiji
Fiji
08.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelors of Law (LLB) - Law

University of South Pacific
Fiji
07.2017 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Management & Public Administration

University of The South Pacific
Fiji
02.2006 - 12.2009

Fiji Seventh Form Examination Fiji School Leaving Certificate -

01.2005

Fiji Junior Certificate Examination -

Skills

  • Tax Preparation
  • Workload Management
  • Accounting Processes
  • Accounting Software Systems - XERO, MYOB
  • General Ledger
  • Document Recordkeeping
  • Records Maintenance
  • Regulatory Filings - Fiji Compliance
  • Microsoft Office
  • Client Representation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Account Reconciliation
  • General Ledger Entries
  • Administrative Support
  • Accounting and Bookkeeping
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Mediation
  • Legal Advisory
  • Litigation Experience
  • Legal Research and Review
  • Organization and Administration
  • Establishing Effective Relationships
  • Contract Review and Negotiation
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Creative and Critical Thinking
  • Legal Writing
  • Tax Law ( FIJI)
  • Settlement Negotiation
  • Criminal Law (FIJI)
  • Court Procedures
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Investigation Skills
  • Tort Law
  • Civil Law
  • Financial Administration
  • Statutory Reporting (FIJI)
  • Financial Statements
  • Financial Auditing

Languages

English
Professional
Fiji
Professional
Hindi - Fiji
Professional

Certification

  • CPA - Reference ID 9812596
  • Certificate of Enrollment to The High Court of Fiji 2022 - Barrister/Solicitor ( 18th March 2022)
  • Practicing Certificate - Legal Practitioner Act 2009 (Fiji) (valid till Feb 2024)

Affiliations

  • Social Club President - 2011 & 2012 ( Aliz Pacific)
  • Duke of Edinburg Award Scheme - Bronze Medalist -2005
  • Senior Prefect - 2003 & 2004

Reference

  

Name Anabel Ali

Company Fiji Fish Marketing Group Pte

Position Group Financial Controller

Location Lami

Mobile: (679) 9360611

Email: anabelfiji@icloud.com

Name Mr Zoyab Shafi Mohammed (Principal Zoyab Legal)

Company Zoyab Legal

Position Principal Solicitor & Barrister Location Level 1, 5 Tukani Street, Lautoka Mobile: (679) 9938705

Name Jiten Singh

Company University of Fiji

Position Senior Lecturer

Location Samabula

Mobile: (679) 9750276

Email: jitens@unifiji.ac.fj

Name Roneel Prasad

Company Latitude Project Management Pty Ltd

Position Project Manager

Location Liverpool, Sydney, NSW

Mobile: 0415494914

Email: info@latitudepm.com.au

Name Shiu Lochan

Company Lifestyle Building Solutions Pty Ltd

Position Director

Location Ingleburn, NSW

Mobile: 0418746313

Timeline

Masters - Professional Accounting ( Advanced)

Western Sydney University
2023.06 - 2025.06

Legal Officer

Zoyab Legal
08.2022 - 04.2023

Graduate Diploma In Legal Practice - Legal

University of Fiji
08.2021 - 12.2021

Placement/Intern/Associate

S Nand Lawyers
01.2020 - 07.2022

Bachelors of Law (LLB) - Law

University of South Pacific
07.2017 - 06.2021

Management Accountant

Anil Singh Properties
01.2015 - Current

Accountant

HLB
02.2014 - 04.2014

Accountant/ Internal Auditor

SeaQuest Fiji Limited/Celtrock Holdings Limited
09.2012 - 12.2014

Senior Accountant, Senior Auditor

Aliz Pacific, BDO International (2012)
03.2010 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Management & Public Administration

University of The South Pacific
02.2006 - 12.2009

CPA – Reference ID 9812596 -

Fiji Seventh Form Examination Fiji School Leaving Certificate -

Fiji Junior Certificate Examination -

TRACY SHARON CHAND