Dahami Fernando
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Aiming to attain an engaging position to expand my knowledge, experience, training, and skills, while significantly contributing to the organisation's success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Assistant
Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited
Nawala, Sri Lanka
07.2021 - 06.2022
- I worked at Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited as an Accounts Assistant from 20th July 2021 to 24th June 2022
- I had to resign from the company to migrate to New Zealand.
- Prepared and processed invoices, payments and bank deposits.
- Assisted in accounts receivable, payable and general ledger activities.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions.
- Completed reconciliations of various accounts including petty cash, credit cards and bank accounts.
- Provided administrative support to the accounting department as required.
- Ensured accuracy of data entry into accounting systems by verifying documents against source information.
- Participated in month end closing process by preparing journal entries and accruals.
- Generated monthly financial reports for management review.
- Reconciled intercompany accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of balances reported in the consolidated financial statements.
- Managed vendor relations through timely invoice payments and resolving any outstanding payment disputes.
- Performed daily cash flow monitoring activities including maintaining adequate cash levels to meet obligations as needed.
- Supported external auditors during annual audits by providing requested documents promptly.
- Processed company receipts, sales invoices and payments from customers and suppliers.
- Verified and processed invoices from vendors and contacted suppliers regarding billing errors.
- Prepared financial statements and expense documents for management teams.
- Assisted financial professionals with managing general ledgers and account statements.
- Kept accounts receivable tracking database current with relevant client information, collection and billing progress and program changes.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
Checkout Operator (ARG)
Woolworths
Botany Downs, Auckland
09.2022 - Current
- Greeted customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Provided assistance to customers with product selection queries.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area and ensured it was well stocked at all times.
- Balanced tills daily to ensure accuracy of transactions.
- Organized receipts into neat piles for easy retrieval by customers or management.
- Verified the age of customers when selling alcohol or tobacco products.
- Adhered to safety guidelines while operating cash registers and other equipment.
- Ensured that all promotional materials were properly displayed at checkout counters.
- Inspected returned items for damage before issuing refunds or exchanges.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Followed store policies regarding returns, refunds, discounts.
- Checked expiration dates on food items prior to ringing up purchase.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth operation of checkout lanes.
- Verified payments and electronic funds accuracy to protect involved parties.
Education
BSc. (Applied Accounting) Special Degree - Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka04.2022
Primary Education (Grade 01 - Grade 13) -
St. Lawrence's Convent, Colombo 06, Sri Lanka
01.2020
G. C. E. (A/L) Examination -
St. Lawrence's Convent
Sri Lanka01.2019
G. C. E. (O/L) Examination -
St. Lawrence's Convent
Sri Lanka01.2016
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) - Accounting And Finance
The University of Auckland
AucklandSkills
- Highly Organized
- Ability to work in a team
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Effective Time Management
- Quick Learner
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/29/2001
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
- Marital Status: Single
Languages
- English
- Sinhala
Hobbies and Interests
Cooking
Languages
English
Full Professional
Sinhala
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Checkout Operator (ARG)
Woolworths
09.2022 - Current
Accounts Assistant
Berendina Micro Investments Company Limited
07.2021 - 06.2022
BSc. (Applied Accounting) Special Degree - Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka
Primary Education (Grade 01 - Grade 13) -
St. Lawrence's Convent, Colombo 06, Sri Lanka
G. C. E. (A/L) Examination -
St. Lawrence's Convent
G. C. E. (O/L) Examination -
St. Lawrence's Convent
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) - Accounting And Finance
The University of Auckland
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