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Zibran Ahmed
Accountant - CPA Australia
Summary
Accomplished CPA with a proven track record at Ahmed & Partners, enhancing financial decision-making and reporting accuracy through expert data analysis and full-cycle accounting. Skilled in clear communication and teamwork, adept at solving complex tax issues and improving profits. Demonstrates exceptional multitasking and time management abilities, contributing to cross-functional projects and strategic planning.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant - CPA Australia
Ahmed & Partners
09.2015 - Current
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Supported department objectives by participating in cross-functional projects with other departments as needed.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
Application Support Analyst
Foresight Solutions
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Developed diagrams to describe and lay out logical operational steps.
- Troubleshot incidents reported by end-users to schedule system changes and identify permanent solutions.
- Interfaced with customers and developers to diagnose problems and implement configuration requirements and solutions.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss ongoing projects, share insights on best practices, and coordinate workload distribution among team members.
Accountant
Capelle & Partner
04.2013 - 08.2014
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Supported department objectives by participating in cross-functional projects with other departments as needed.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Accountant
PKF Aliz Pacific
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying informed about changes and filing all required forms accurately and promptly.
- Itemized taxpayer expenses to identify maximum adjustments, deductions and credits.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
Assistant Accountant
HLB Mann Judd
07.2010 - 02.2011
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses, and commissions.
- Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
Education
Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) Australia - Accounting
CPA Australia
Melbourne, Australia 04.2001 -
Certificate of Completion - Train The Trainer Short Course
Australia Awards Scholarship
Suva, Fiji 04.2001 -
Certificate of Completion - Inclusive Leadership
Australia Awards Scholarship
Suva, Fiji 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) - Accounting & Information System
University of The South Pacific
Suva, Fiji 04.2001 -
Skills
Clear Communication
Self Motivation
Multitasking Abilities
Time management abilities
Report Preparation
Data Analysis
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Full-cycle accounting
Project Accounting
Affiliations
1. CPA Australia
2. Institute of Public Accountant (IPA) Australia
3. Associate of Institute of Financial Accountant (IFA) Australia
4. Chartered Accountant of Fiji Institute of Chartered Accountant (FICA)
5. Licensed Tax Practitioner with Fiji Revenue and Customs Services (FRCS)
6. Xero Certified Advisor
Additional Information
Successful EOR Collaboration in Fiji: Partnered with Gibson Watts Global (UK) to deliver efficient Employer of Record services, streamlining their Fijian operations.
Their website: https://gibsonwatts.com/
Written reference can be provided upon request.
Software
Xero
MYOB
Wave
Lucid Chart
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Reading Books
Movies & Music
Current Affairs & Business Analysis (Fiji, Australia, New Zealand): I enjoy staying informed about economic and policy developments in the Pacific region, analyzing how they impact Fijian businesses
Timeline
Accountant - CPA Australia
Ahmed & Partners
09.2015 - Current
Application Support Analyst
Foresight Solutions
10.2014 - 08.2015
Accountant
Capelle & Partner
04.2013 - 08.2014
Accountant
PKF Aliz Pacific
03.2011 - 03.2013
Assistant Accountant
HLB Mann Judd
07.2010 - 02.2011
Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) Australia - Accounting
CPA Australia
04.2001 -
Certificate of Completion - Train The Trainer Short Course
Australia Awards Scholarship
04.2001 -
Certificate of Completion - Inclusive Leadership
Australia Awards Scholarship
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) - Accounting & Information System
University of The South Pacific
04.2001 -
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