Jone Puamau
Miramar,WGN
Summary
I am a hard-working, enthusiastic and friendly individual who works best as part of a team. I'm organised, can manage multiple tasks and projects, and pride myself on accuracy.
I have worked for my current employer, Gilligan Sheppard, as an Accountant for the last eight years. Prior to that, I worked as an Accountant in two other, great, professional accounting firms across Hawkes Bay and Auckland.
Aside from my love of family here in New Zealand and back home in Fiji, I have a huge passion for Rugby. I moved from Fiji to play rugby at Wesley College, and since then have spent many years playing in Dunedin and Auckland, at representative and club level. I've also moved into coaching in my spare time.
I have always looked for an opportunity to combine my career and passion for rugby and am excited to apply for this role within NZ Rugby.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Officer
New Zealand Rugby
06.2023 - Current
Senior BAS Accountant
Gilligan Sheppard Limited
04.2015 - 05.2023
- Preparation and review of financial statements, tax returns, GST returns, payroll, due diligence & various tax/accounting compliance matters.
- Working with and managing relationships with overseas Outsourcing unit to deliver accounts.
- Building, maintaining and managing strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. This also includes the overseeing of xero accounting systems and xero payroll within the firm.
- Ability to manage workflow with the use of glide time experience and working remotely from Wellington for the last 2 years.
Team Liaison Officer (Voluntary) - Fiji Women
HSBC Hamilton Sevens
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Responsible for assisting Teams & Team Management both preceding and during their stay in Hamilton. This includes being the Primary point of contact with the Team Manager.
- Assisting with the day to day needs of the visiting team. This included driving team vans and managing team movements during the course of the tournament preparation week.
- Liaising and coordinating with TLO Manager and Stadium Manager in relation to Tournament days and communicating expectations to Team Managers.
Team Liaison Officer - Fiji
Womens World Cup 2022
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Full emersed liaison officer role within the Team environment for the duration of the Women's World Cup Tournament.
- Thorough knowledge of all match day procedures and venue requirements to best assist Team Manager to facilitate the requirements for their team. Problem solving and delivering outcome within time deadlines.
- Engage with Tournament suppliers and stakeholders to ensure delivery of service required to meet team requirements and communicate any discrepancies to RWC Team Services in a timely manner.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Manage the accounts in accordance with the Terms of Participation agreement with the Team Manager. This includes communication with Team Services and Team Manager on all accounts matters
Team Liason Officer (Voluntary) - USA Mens
HSBC Hamilton 7s
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Responsible for assisting Teams & Team Management both preceding and during their stay in Hamilton. This includes being the Primary point of contact with the Team Manager.
- Assisting with the day to day needs of the visiting team. This included driving team vans and managing team movements during the course of the tournament preparation week.
- Liaising and coordinating with TLO Manager and Stadium Manager in relation to Tournament days and communicating expectations to Team Manager
BAS Accountant
Lock & Partners Limited
04.2012 - 02.2015
- Intermediate level role with the Business Advisory Services (BAS). Task included preparation and review of financial statements, tax returns, GST returns, payroll, due diligence matters & other compliance duties.
- Building, maintaining and managing strong relationships with clients.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Economics
University of Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand12.2010
NCEA Level 2 & 3 -
Wesley College
Auckland, New Zealand11.2004
Skills
- Skills and experience in Financial Accounts & Tax compliance matters Includes liaising and managing relationships with clients and various stakeholders
- Experience with the use of Xero, MYOB AE, Suitefiles and Karbon accounting and general office software
- Ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders
- Personable and sociable member of staff Contribute to the social culture of the firm I'm a team man who enjoys work but also knows how to have a laugh and spin a few yarns
- All accounting functions and skills, including those referred to in the Job Description for this Senior Finance Officer role
Additional Information
Coached the following teams:
Old Boys University Under 21 Men- Wellington
Old Boys University Womens Team - Wellington
Ponsonby Under 21 Mens - Auckland
Player:
Alhambra Union - Dunedin
Napier Old Boys Marist - Napier
Kumeu - Auckland
Otago Age Group Representative Teams
Otago Sevens (including Captaining)
Otago Rugby Academy
Timeline
Senior Finance Officer
New Zealand Rugby
06.2023 - Current
Team Liaison Officer (Voluntary) - Fiji Women
HSBC Hamilton Sevens
01.2023 - 01.2023
Team Liaison Officer - Fiji
Womens World Cup 2022
09.2022 - 11.2022
Team Liason Officer (Voluntary) - USA Mens
HSBC Hamilton 7s
01.2019 - 01.2019
Senior BAS Accountant
Gilligan Sheppard Limited
04.2015 - 05.2023
BAS Accountant
Lock & Partners Limited
04.2012 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Economics
University of Otago
NCEA Level 2 & 3 -
Wesley College