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Perth,WA
Summary
Dynamic financial leader with extensive experience at Delstrat Group, excelling in strategic financial planning and cash flow management. Proven track record in enhancing financial reporting accuracy and compliance, while mentoring teams to achieve operational excellence. Skilled in accounting software implementation, driving efficiency and informed decision-making across organizations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Financial Controller
Delstrat Group
07.2009 - Current
- Streamline financial reporting processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in monthly close cycles.
- Developed and implemented strategic financial plans aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Develop strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Mentor finance team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing departmental performance standards.
- Analyse financial data to identify trends, providing actionable insights for executive decision-making.
- Manage compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to financial policies and procedures.
- Negotiated favourable terms on credit facilities from banks, securing access to funds as needed for business growth initiatives.
- Optimise cash flow management with effective forecasting, budgeting, and reporting systems.
- Streamline accounting operations with the introduction of advanced software solutions, improving accuracy and efficiency in record-keeping practices.
- Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management, supporting informed decision-making processes across the organization.
- Complete journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepare balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Manage payroll data entry and processing for 200+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Check payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Prepare internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
Finance and Accounting Manager
Affordable Living Homes (part of Delstrat Group)
11.2005 - 07.2009
Assistant Accountant
Homebuyers Centre
04.1999 - 11.2005
Junior Office Clerk
Paterson and Dowding Family Lawyers
01.1998 - 04.1999
Kitchen Manager (part-time)
Bells Kitchen
08.1994 - 06.2001
Education
Bachelor of Business - Accounting And Finance
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WASkills
- Financial reporting
- Strategic financial planning
- Cash flow management
- Regulatory compliance
- Accounting software implementation
- Payroll processing
- Month-end and year-end closings
Certification
2015 to Current
- CPA - Certified Practice Accountant
2010
- Golden Key International Honour Society
Top 15% achievement in studies
Interests
Timeline
Group Financial Controller
Delstrat Group
07.2009 - Current
Finance and Accounting Manager
Affordable Living Homes (part of Delstrat Group)
11.2005 - 07.2009
Assistant Accountant
Homebuyers Centre
04.1999 - 11.2005
Junior Office Clerk
Paterson and Dowding Family Lawyers
01.1998 - 04.1999
Kitchen Manager (part-time)
Bells Kitchen
08.1994 - 06.2001
Bachelor of Business - Accounting And Finance
Edith Cowan University