Professional Summary
Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) with background in general ledger accounting, indirect tax lodgements, and financial reporting under AASB standards. Skilled in month-end financial reconciliations, statutory audit preparation, and multi-entity ledger management across advisory and commercial corporate settings.
Professional Experience
Harbourview Commercial Services
Sydney, Australia
Financial Accountant
July 2024 – Present
- Prepare monthly general ledger reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments across two operating entities in accordance with AASB frameworks.
- Compile quarterly Business Activity Statements (BAS) and reconcile payroll tax obligations prior to Australian Taxation Office lodgement.
- Assist in producing year-end statutory financial statements and assemble supporting workpapers for external audit engagements.
- Deliver monthly operational expense variance reports, highlighting budget overruns to divisional management.
Kestrel Advisory Partners
Sydney, Australia
Graduate Accountant
Jan 2022 – June 2024
- Maintained accounts payable, accounts receivable, and daily bank reconciliations for a portfolio of thirty SME clients using Xero and MYOB.
- Prepared working papers and draft income tax schedules for sole traders, partnerships, and private companies under senior supervision.
- Processed fortnightly client payroll, superannuation clearing house disbursements, and Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting.
Education
Macquarie University
Bachelor of Commerce · Accounting · Sydney, Australia · Distinction · Mar 2018 – Nov 2021
Completed coursework accredited by CPA Australia, with dedicated study in Australian taxation law, financial accounting theory, corporate finance, and assurance services.
Core Competencies
Financial Reporting
Australian Accounting Standards (AASB)
General Ledger Reconciliation
Business Activity Statements (BAS)
Taxation Compliance
Variance Analysis
Xero
MYOB Business
Microsoft Excel
Languages
English
C2
Certifications
Certified Practising Accountant (CPA)
CPA Australia · July 2025