Yanxia Hou
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Highly experienced financial professional with over 20 years of expertise in financial management, strategic analysis, and regulatory compliance within both public and private sectors. Adept at leading complex financial operations, managing government-funded projects, and implementing robust internal controls. Proven track record in budgeting, payroll, and audit coordination, with a focus on efficiency and financial accuracy. Strong leadership skills in mentoring teams and driving continuous improvement. Holds a Senior Accountant qualification and several international certifications, including CGA (Canada) and CPA (Australia), with recent coursework in Accounting and Bookkeeping from TAFE NSW.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Manager
Beijing Urban Construction Archives
05.2011 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: The not-for-profit organization based in Beijing urban construction archives management and consulting
- Directed daily financial operations, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
- Conducted strategic financial analysis to inform business decisions and drive long-term financial planning
- Ensured the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial data, including reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards
- Led the development and execution of annual budgets and forecasts, aligning financial planning with business objectives
- Prepared quarterly reforecasting and variance analysis reports, providing insights into financial performance
- Addressed and resolved payroll discrepancies, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing
- Managed external audit processes, coordinating with auditors for both compliance and tax-related audits
- Reviewed and authorized operational expenditures, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints
- Supervised payroll processing and superannuation reconciliation, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations
- Led and mentored the finance team, driving continuous improvement and professional development
- The not-for-profit organization based in Beijing urban construction archives management and consulting
- Built the Archives’ internal control system, including budget management, government funded projects management, public bidding, fixed assets management
- It improved the efficiency of financial supervision and enhanced the Archives’ economic risk prevention
Deputy Financial Manager
Beijing Geological Survey& Technology Institute
01.2004 - 04.2011
- Company Overview: Undertake basic and thematic geological surveys, exploration, evaluation and research work on Beijing area
- Assisted the Finance Manager in the daily management of financial operations, ensuring compliance with organizational policies
- Managed government-funded public welfare projects, overseeing financial reporting and ensuring adherence to funding guidelines
- Supported the Finance Manager in the preparation of the annual budget and provided foundational data for variance analysis reports
- Oversaw the preparation and submission of tax filings and coordinated the compilation of documentation for external compliance audits
- Addressed employee inquiries related to payroll, superannuation, and entitlements, ensuring accurate and timely resolution
- Undertake basic and thematic geological surveys, exploration, evaluation and research work on Beijing area
- Formulated the internal management standards for state-owned assets of Beijing Geological Survey& Technology Institute
- Improved fixed asset utilization efficiency and saved on asset acquisition expenses
Accountant
Beijing Tianyin Geothermal Development Company Limited
11.2001 - 12.2003
- Company Overview: Relying on the comprehensive utilization technology of clean energy such as geothermal energy and sewage energy
- Focusing on the industrial scale development and project operation of renewable resources
- Prepared monthly financial statements, including the Profit and Loss Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
- Provided key financial data for the Finance Manager's financial analysis and budget preparation, supporting decision-making processes
- Managed Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including month-end reconciliations and adjustments to ensure accurate reporting
- Oversaw the management and tracking of fixed assets, including depreciation and asset register updates
- Coordinated the preparation of documentation for both internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate submission
- Relying on the comprehensive utilization technology of clean energy such as geothermal energy and sewage energy
- Focusing on the industrial scale development and project operation of renewable resources
- Established initial set of books in accounting software for startup company
Bookkeeping
Beijing Geological Survey& Technology Institute
07.2000 - 10.2001
- Managed complex bank accounts and daily cash transactions, including payments and receipts, and accurately recorded them in the cash ledger
- Issued invoices and maintained accurate records for all billing activities
- Administered accounts receivable and accounts payable, conducted monthly reconciliations, and facilitated timely collection efforts
- Entered payroll data, maintained employee records, and ensured accurate processing of wages, superannuation, and tax payments
- Oversaw the daily management of fixed assets, including inventory checks and accurate record-keeping
Education
AMEP Certificate -
Hornsby Campus TAFE NSW
01.2024
Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping
Monarch Institute
01.2024
Certificate - CPA
CPA Australia LTD.
01.2023
Qualified as Leading Accounting Talent -
Beijing Municipal Finance Bureau
01.2021
Senior Accountant -
Beijing Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau
01.2012
Certificate - CGA
Chartered Professional Accountants Canada
01.2008
Bachelor’s degree - Technology Economics
Hebei GEO University
01.2000
Skills
- Financial Management
- Strategic Planning
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Variance Analysis
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Cash Flow Management
- Payroll Processing
- Superannuation Compliance
- Government-Funded Project Financial Reporting
- Fixed Asset Management
- Depreciation
- External Audit Coordination
- Tax Compliance
- Team Leadership
- Team Development
References
Available upon request
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading for personal development.
- Hiking and enjoying nature.
- Gardening and appreciating plants.
- Cooking and creating meals for the family.
Timeline
Financial Manager
Beijing Urban Construction Archives
05.2011 - 07.2023
Deputy Financial Manager
Beijing Geological Survey& Technology Institute
01.2004 - 04.2011
Accountant
Beijing Tianyin Geothermal Development Company Limited
11.2001 - 12.2003
Bookkeeping
Beijing Geological Survey& Technology Institute
07.2000 - 10.2001
AMEP Certificate -
Hornsby Campus TAFE NSW
Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping
Monarch Institute
Certificate - CPA
CPA Australia LTD.
Qualified as Leading Accounting Talent -
Beijing Municipal Finance Bureau
Senior Accountant -
Beijing Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau
Certificate - CGA
Chartered Professional Accountants Canada
Bachelor’s degree - Technology Economics
Hebei GEO University
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