GAYATHRI GURUGE
Albany,Auckland
Summary
I am a vibrant young professional seeking a career growth opportunity. Coming with a Post-Graduate Diploma in Applied Business Management and a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Accounting and Finance from the University of London, along with 5+ years' experience in accounting, finance, auditing, analysis, and administration has enhanced my analytical, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. You will find a dedicated, resourceful team member focused on customer satisfaction, cost reduction, team productivity and efficient resource utilization while actively participating with determination to excel in the fast-paced business environment today.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Accountant
Nib NZ
Auckland
06.2022 - Current
- High quality month end results with general ledger entries (FinanceOne, Xero) and month end closed accurately within three business days for Life insurance business
- Ensured timely completion of monthly accruals, journals, fixed assets, WIP, and depreciation schedules
- Managing the general ledger, including overseeing the monthly balance sheet, banking, and inter-company reconciliations.
- Preparation of end-of-year statutory accounts and half-year reporting requirements, including support for external audit reviews.
- Assisted with internal audit requests as needed.
- Assisting in process improvement and systems enhancement initiatives + Ensure compliance with the company's tax obligations, including GST, scheduler payments, income tax and overseas insurer tax(GST, Income Tax, RWT, NRWT, FBT)
- Provide management accounting and business partnering assistance to support the Finance Manager and the business stakeholders (Actuaries and Operations), as required
- Gathered and interpreted data to respond to financial inquiries.
- Established and maintained appropriate internal and external working relationships with stakeholders as the financial delegate for internal projects and system enhancements. Provided proactive, timely, and accurate advice.
Accountant
Instant Finance Ltd - New Zealand
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Preparation of monthly management reports for the subsidiary companies & assisting the accountant and the Group Accountant in consolidating financial statements using Netsuite, Xero, and inventory systems such as DEAR and MotorCental
- Monthly evaluation and analysis of current and past financial data and performance in the subsidiaries and in the group
- Month end closure including preparation of journals on Netsuite, balance sheet reconciliations and board reports
- Authorizing daily online payables and credit batches for customers on Westpac Business
- Processing the payroll weekly across 26 branches and 2 subsidiaries on Datapay
- Assisting the preparation of half-year and year-end financial reports and the Statutory audits
- Liaising with the branches, other departments and responding to financial inquiries
- Accounting for WIP, Capital expenditures and fixed assets on Netsuite
- Assisting in process improvement and systems enhancement initiatives
- Reviewing daily/weekly tasks and training new staff
Junior Accountant
Berit Holdings Group Auckland
NZ
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Performed ongoing analysis of balance sheets and general ledger accounts on Xero/Money works accounting software to maintain accurate financial records for holding and seven subsidiary companies engaged in construction and building projects.
- Processing orders, AP/AR and, credit control while maintaining good relationship with stakeholders (Marketing, Domestic and International Supply chain, Customers, Project and Operations, Sales, Government bodies and Banks) while handling queries in a professional and a friendly manner
- Daily reconciliation of general and subsidiary bank accounts (including FOREX) by gathering and balancing information and processing and reviewing reimbursements/expense claims
- Prepared special reports, budgets, and cashflow forecasts to provide financial status information to the executive team.
- Allocated costs for company's services based on corporate procedures and financial accounting standards, while assisting with HR and payroll duties, as well as completing ad hoc administration tasks.
- Month end & year end accounts closure & reporting procedures across the group
- Intercompany invoicing, balance sheet reconciliations, Accruals and prepayments and processing manual journals)
- Responsible for overseeing the accurate filing of GST, PAYE, and compliance reports as well as managing the fixed asset register
- Managed and controlled inventory using software such as Unleashed and Shopify.
Placement Financial Analyst
MediaWorks Radio Ltd, Auckland NZ
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Reviewed the status of balance sheet reconciliation collateral on software platforms including Lentune and Greentree
- Refined/ Established ongoing month-end 'Business-as-Usual' accounts and reconciliations.
- Enhanced commission, KPI, and ad hoc reporting as well as analysis
- Processed bimonthly pay runs for radio markets and CAPEX accounting and reporting
- Supported credit control and conducted internal research on customers through trade credit reference follow-ups. Collaborated with TV finance on an as-needed basis.
Assistant Accountant
Fairway Holdings (Pvt) Ltd- Colombo, Sri Lanka
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Held responsibility in handling accounts and transactions in Real estate business, Condominium construction, Domestic airlines, and Scientific and bio fertilizer projects
- Solid experience in raising purchase orders, processing AR/AP ensuring the accuracy and debtor collection while setting up letter of credits and trade finance loans
- Grouping items into identifiable assets, capitalizing at appropriate tax and accounting depreciation rates
- Preparing 'catch up' plans and assisting the annual audit procedures
- Maintaining petty cash and related accounts and prepare account reconciliations
- Compliance filing and assisting the financial report preparation within the deadlines
- Sole charge of accounts emails and handling queries from internal and external stakeholders (international suppliers/ customers and banks) in professional and ethical manner.
Audit Staff
Ernst and Young Sri Lanka- Internal audit and business risk advisory
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Performing control adequacy assessments and processing risk assessments
- Building and maintaining relationships with clients
- Supporting the planning, performing, and reviewing of risk-based planning
- Supporting manager on high profile outsourced internal audit assignments
- Performing control effectiveness testing
- Drafting findings for internal audit reports
- Interacting with client staff and management, obtaining their input where necessary
Junior administrative and Finance support
US Agency for International Development- Colombo, Sri Lanka
07.2015 - 11.2015
- Supporting procurement of capacity building services, Reviewing, and processing payment requests and providing logistical support to capacity building inventions
- Experience gained by working with grass-root level organizations and directly dealing with various institutions
- Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing.
Education
Post-Graduate Diploma in Applied Business Management -
OTAGO POLYTECHNIC
01.2019
BSc (Hons) in Accounting & Finance -
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
01.2016
Diploma in Computerized Accounting Software -
PEARSON EDUCATION- UNITED KINGDOM
01.2016
Skills
- Accuracy
- Organization
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Confident
- Positive Attitude
- Integrity
- Quick learner and able to apply the learning proactively
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Financial Accountant
Nib NZ
06.2022 - Current
Accountant
Instant Finance Ltd - New Zealand
11.2021 - 06.2022
Junior Accountant
Berit Holdings Group Auckland
03.2019 - 06.2020
Placement Financial Analyst
MediaWorks Radio Ltd, Auckland NZ
11.2018 - 02.2019
Assistant Accountant
Fairway Holdings (Pvt) Ltd- Colombo, Sri Lanka
06.2016 - 11.2017
Junior administrative and Finance support
US Agency for International Development- Colombo, Sri Lanka
07.2015 - 11.2015
Audit Staff
Ernst and Young Sri Lanka- Internal audit and business risk advisory
06.2015 - 06.2016
Post-Graduate Diploma in Applied Business Management -
OTAGO POLYTECHNIC
BSc (Hons) in Accounting & Finance -
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
Diploma in Computerized Accounting Software -
PEARSON EDUCATION- UNITED KINGDOM
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