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Yookyung (Grace) CHO

Holsworthy,Australia

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

SENIOR PAYROLL OFFICER AND REPORTING ANALYST

Martin Brower Australia
09.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: Martin Brower is a supply chain solutions company that specialises in providing distribution services to the restaurant industry, helping to streamline operations and timely delivery of food and supplies to clients
  • Processed weekly payroll for 700+ Australia and New Zealand employees using Micropay and Kronos timecard systems
  • Verified timesheets and resolved discrepancies or missing information with employees and supervisors
  • Ensured accurate calculations of wages, overtime, deductions, and leave accruals in accordance with relevant legislation, EBA, and company policies
  • Maintained employee records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in payroll information
  • Collaborated with HR and finance departments to resolve payroll discrepancies and address employee inquiries
  • Reconciled payroll data, prepared payroll journals (JD Edward), and assisted with year-end processes
  • Processed monthly superannuation, Income protection, Union, Child support payments
  • Processed yearly WGEA (Workforce Gender Equality Agency) report
  • Processed quarterly New Zealand stats report
  • Respond to and resolve payroll inquiries accurately, effectively communicating with internal stakeholders at various levels
  • Martin Brower is a supply chain solutions company that specialises in providing distribution services to the restaurant industry, helping to streamline operations and timely delivery of food and supplies to clients

PAYROLL/STRATEGIC OUTSOURCING SPECIALIST

RSM Australia
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Company Overview: RSM Australia is a professional services firm that specialises in accounting, tax advisory, consulting, and business solutions, catering to the diverse needs of businesses and individuals in Australia
  • Processed payroll for the clients using various payroll systems, including Xero, MYOB, QuickBook, ADP Payroll, Micropay, and Keypay
  • Efficiently handled both weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring accurate and timely processing
  • Successfully onboarded new employees, ensuring all necessary information was collected and implemented
  • Managed staff movements, including new starters, departures, and other employment changes, maintaining accurate records
  • Calculated and processed PAYG, Super, Tax, and performed month-end reporting and reconciliations
  • Prepared Activity Statements, Payroll tax, and Superannuation payments, ensuring compliance with regulations
  • Interpreted Awards and EBAs to ensure accurate payroll calculations and adherence to employment agreements
  • Provided exceptional adhoc support and assistance to clients, addressing their payroll-related queries and concerns
  • Assisted with accounts payable and receivable processing, ensuring financial accuracy
  • Prepared BAS and IAS reports on a monthly and quarterly basis, meeting reporting requirements
  • RSM Australia is a professional services firm that specialises in accounting, tax advisory, consulting, and business solutions, catering to the diverse needs of businesses and individuals in Australia

PAYROLL OFFICER / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

PNL GLOBAL LOGISTICS
12.2019 - 05.2021
  • Company Overview: PNL Global Logistics caters to a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, automotive, healthcare, and more
  • The company aims to provide reliable, efficient, and cost-effective logistics solutions to help businesses streamline their operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction
  • Prepared MYOB Payroll fortnight pay, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll data
  • Managing and scheduling overseas account payable based on different foreign exchange rate and currency
  • Processed account receivables for approximately 150 companies monthly, both internationally and domestically
  • Prepared daily bank balance sheets, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial records
  • Conducted daily bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
  • PNL Global Logistics caters to a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, automotive, healthcare, and more
  • The company aims to provide reliable, efficient, and cost-effective logistics solutions to help businesses streamline their operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

HERO SUSHI HEAD OFFICE
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Company Overview: Hero Sushi operates in various locations, including shopping centers, food courts, and other commercial areas
  • They aim to deliver a delicious and authentic Japanese dining experience while prioritizing customer satisfaction and convenience
  • Performed accurate data entry utilizing MYOB and maintained databases for efficient payroll administration
  • Processed new employee contracts and terminations, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies
  • Compiled summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, and non-taxable wages, generating comprehensive reports
  • Ensured efficient and accurate processing of payroll transactions, maintaining payroll integrity
  • Conducted orientations for new staff, providing necessary information and support for their onboarding
  • Collected and reviewed timesheets, verifying accuracy and completeness of employee records
  • Complied with relevant awards and legislation, ensuring adherence to payroll regulations
  • Conducted audits of staff records to maintain data accuracy and completeness
  • Provided support to store managers and collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Monitoring cash inflow and outflow
  • Updating and setting up employees record into MYOB
  • Response to customers' inquiries regarding tuition fee
  • Hero Sushi operates in various locations, including shopping centers, food courts, and other commercial areas
  • They aim to deliver a delicious and authentic Japanese dining experience while prioritizing customer satisfaction and convenience

PAYROLL / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

PRE-UNI NEW COLLEGE
11.2018 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: Pre-Uni New College is an educational institution in Australia that specialises in providing preparatory education and tutoring services to students
  • The company focuses on helping students excel academically and prepare for the challenges of higher education
  • Around 300 employees (Teachers, Tutors) payroll preparation
  • Tuition fee receivable
  • Account Receivable-Outstanding tuition fee calling
  • Process for 24th ASAT (Australian Selective Achievement Test) payment around 2,000 registration
  • Provided cash flow management guidance and advice to operators, optimizing financial performance
  • Utilized 'CYBER FREIGHT' software to settle statement of accounts between three countries
  • Communicated and handled inquiries on a daily basis with partners and clients, ensuring prompt resolution
  • Pre-Uni New College is an educational institution in Australia that specialises in providing preparatory education and tutoring services to students
  • The company focuses on helping students excel academically and prepare for the challenges of higher education

PAYROLL / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

I WORLD INTERNATIONAL GROUP
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Company Overview: I World is a global company that has been specialising in studying, working and migrating in Australia and Asia
  • Assisted the accounting team with various financial tasks, including data entry, account reconciliations, and invoice processing by using Xero
  • Participated in month-end and year-end closing procedures, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Supported the preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
  • Conducted research and analysis to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records
  • Assisted in budgeting and forecasting activities, including analysing historical data and preparing reports for management review
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline accounting processes and enhance overall efficiency
  • Utilized accounting software and tools to assist in data management and analysis
  • I World is a global company that has been specialising in studying, working and migrating in Australia and Asia

CONFLICTS & COMPLIANCE OFFICER

RABO BANK
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Company Overview: Rabobank is a multinational banking and financial services company based in the Netherlands
  • As a cooperative bank, Rabobank operates on a cooperative model, meaning it is owned by its customers who are also its members
  • The bank primarily focuses on providing retail banking, corporate banking, and asset management services
  • Researching, identifying and verifying new clients by using online data providers and other online resources
  • Research and identify PEPs and high risk clients
  • Reviewing and analysing new client matters to determine the risk associated and ensuring satisfactory details are provided by the Case Handlers
  • Advising Case Handlers on further details that are required from the client in the event that information is not available in the public domain or documentation is required on identified individuals
  • Rabobank is a multinational banking and financial services company based in the Netherlands
  • As a cooperative bank, Rabobank operates on a cooperative model, meaning it is owned by its customers who are also its members
  • The bank primarily focuses on providing retail banking, corporate banking, and asset management services

Education

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS - Accounting

King's Own Institute
Sydney
10.2018

Skills

  • Kronos
  • Micropay
  • JD Edward
  • MYOB
  • XERO
  • QuickBook
  • Keypay
  • ADP Payroll
  • Payroll processing
  • Payroll regulations
  • Tax laws
  • Compliance requirements
  • Attention to detail
  • Confidential information handling
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Collaboration
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

SENIOR PAYROLL OFFICER AND REPORTING ANALYST

Martin Brower Australia
09.2021 - Current

PAYROLL/STRATEGIC OUTSOURCING SPECIALIST

RSM Australia
05.2021 - 09.2021

PAYROLL OFFICER / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

PNL GLOBAL LOGISTICS
12.2019 - 05.2021

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

HERO SUSHI HEAD OFFICE
01.2019 - 12.2019

PAYROLL / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

PRE-UNI NEW COLLEGE
11.2018 - 01.2019

PAYROLL / ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

I WORLD INTERNATIONAL GROUP
08.2017 - 08.2018

CONFLICTS & COMPLIANCE OFFICER

RABO BANK
08.2016 - 08.2017

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS - Accounting

King's Own Institute
Yookyung (Grace) CHO