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Varadraj SHENOY
Accountant
Brisbane
Summary
Knowledgeable Accountant proficient in laws and procedures governing business operations, tax filings and regulatory compliance. Handles detail-oriented work in methodical and organized fashion. Leverages field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence to make positive impact on business operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accountant
Business Depot
8 2023 - Current
- Preparation of financial statements, income tax returns, business activity statements and general compliance ranging from individuals, sole traders, Partnerships, companies including investment to real estate and Property developments companies and Trust including investment trust.
- Client liaison and business advisory services including analysis of profitability, budgeting, tax planning, cash flow planning, Division 7A scenarios and calculate Capital Gains Tax.
- Preparation of Fringe Benefit tax and Employee contributions.
- Preparation and assistance of periodic management reports for businesses within various industries. Reports are tailored specific to client’s requirements and relevant to their business.
- Introducing Accounting Policies & Systems to increase efficiency within businesses.
- Assisting Seniors with various assurance reports such as due diligence on sale & purchase of business and Financing
Assistant Accountant
Barambah Organics
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Assist in month end procedures - bank reconciliations, income journals, and prepayment & accrual journals
- Monitored company sales, spending and budgets.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress
- Conducted variance analyses between actual results and forecasts, identifying areas of improvement for future budgeting cycles.
- Third-party collection agency to resolve past-due customer accounts
- Responded to inbound inquiries regarding accounts and payments.
- Contributed to annual budgeting process by providing accurate forecasts and analysis of expenses.
- Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
Accountant
ADS Square Pty Ltd
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Monitor day-to-day financial operations within company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions
- Seek out methods for minimizing financial and commercial risk to company
- Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports
- Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation.
- Advise on investment activities and provide strategies that company should take
- Analyses costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and company’s actual performance compared to business plans.
- Preparation of company’s budget.
- Ensure all accounting activities comply with statuary laws and requirements.
- Summarizes current financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
- Preparing Business activity statements & Financial report for the business.
- Maintaining confidentiality and accuracy of financial information.
Retail Consultant
Travelex
Brisbane , QLD
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Manage inventory - ordering, checking and moving cash into tills and ATMs Oversee all inventory operations Drive achievement of team targets & KPIs Adhere to Travelex branding and store guidelines
- Coordinated daily cash reconciliation at high-volume location Processed exchange and foreign currency Handled various accounting transactions
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions
- Replenish ATM machines on weekly basis Worked with executives to create annual budget and tracked actual expenses against projected expenses
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
Store Team Member
Coles Supermarket
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Coles Super Markets, Brisbane Cleaning and upkeep of store serving customers
- Cleaned counter areas, floor and restrooms to meet safety and sanitation regulations
- Used cash register to tally purchases, collect payment and execute fast and friendly check-out experiences
- Opened and closed store by counting cash, closing and opening registers and delegating daily staff assignments
- Assisted customers with merchandise by answering product-related questions to guide customers through buying process.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
Analyst
Oracle India Pvt Limited
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Handling clients Europe, Africa and Middle East Led monthly meetings with directors to analyze spending and provide financial recommendations
- Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
- Ran and analyzed monthly revenue risk reports for executive team
- Participated in requirements meetings to understand business needs.
- Analyzed transactions to build logical business intelligence model for real-time reporting needs.
- Collaborated with business-unit leaders to identify and prioritize problems.
Education
Masters of Business - Professional Accounting
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD 07.2015 - 07.2017
BBA - Management, Accounting, Finance
SDM College of Business Management
Mangalore University 06.2010 - 06.2013
Diploma - Leadership and Management
Griffin College
Brisbane, QLD 09.2019 - 08.2020
Advanced Diploma - Leadership Management
Griffin College
Brisbane, QLD 10.2020 - 10.2021
Skills
Microsoft applications proficiency
Interpersonal Communication
Critical Thinking
Written Communication
Active Listening
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
1. Represented Karnataka in national level athletic championship more than 10 times
2.Secured 1st place in long jump, pole vault in state championship 2012 and 2009.
3. Secured 2nd place in the long jump in the state championship in 2010, 2011, 2012.
4. Secured 3rd place in 400mts and long jump in state athletic championships 2012 and 2011 respectively.
5. Represented Mangalore University in all Indian inter-university championship held at Kalyani University Kolkata 2013.
6. Represented Karnataka in south zone championship in Bangalore and Hyderabad.
7. Felicitated on Independence Day for sports achievement in the pole vault.
8. Represented Karnataka in school games held at Amritsar Punjab 2010
9. Awarded as best outgoing students sports achiever for the year 2012-13
10.EMEA order management- education and support renewals. Base operation in Bangalore. Awarded as the best employee for the contribution to Global Finance Information Centre (GFIC) team
Software
MYOB
Timeline
Assistant Accountant
Barambah Organics
03.2022 - 06.2022
Advanced Diploma - Leadership Management
Griffin College
10.2020 - 10.2021
Diploma - Leadership and Management
Griffin College
09.2019 - 08.2020
Accountant
ADS Square Pty Ltd
01.2019 - 11.2021
Retail Consultant
Travelex
08.2017 - 01.2019
Store Team Member
Coles Supermarket
08.2015 - 08.2017
Masters of Business - Professional Accounting
Queensland University of Technology
07.2015 - 07.2017
Analyst
Oracle India Pvt Limited
10.2013 - 06.2014
BBA - Management, Accounting, Finance
SDM College of Business Management
06.2010 - 06.2013
Accountant
Business Depot
8 2023 - Current
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