Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Software skills
Hobbies and Interest
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Kavinesh Kavnil Shankar

Kavinesh Kavnil Shankar

Suva

Summary

Determined accountant with more than 5 years of experience specializing in Business Advisory; preparing financial statements, GST return, Income Tax, Property management, and bank reconciliation for diverse small and medium business enterprises. I aim to gather extensive experience to enhance my learning and contribute to both my personal growth and the success of the business by applying the knowledge and experience gained from education and professional experience, I seek to join a prestigious organization where I can further develop my existing skills and acquire new ones. My goal is to deliver exceptional service and maximize my expertise. I am adept at handling demanding deadlines, schedules, and repetitive tasks with a proactive and positive approach.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accountant

DFK Oswin Griffiths Carlton
01.2024 - Current


  • Attending to IRD requirements – GST, Income Tax Return etc.
  • Dividend/RWT/DWT and other tax calculations
  • Providing tax advisory services to clients on various tax related matters
  • Participating in and contributing to team meetings
  • Preparation of draft annual financial accounts using special purpose tax reporting framework for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals
  • Preparing management accounts for clients including bank reconciliations
  • Consolidated Financial statements.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
  • Conduct financial analysis to identify trends and variances.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
  • Managed quarterly management reports for NZ and Australian Companies and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
  • Trained new employees


Accountant

Cloudlink Services Limited
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions.
  • Assist in the preparation of tax returns, ensuring compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
  • Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing by verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
  • Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
  • Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries for general ledger accounts.
  • Supported tax preparation and filing, ensuring compliance with regulations and deadlines.
  • Reduced discrepancies in accounts payable and receivable through diligent tracking and follow-up.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Managed client billing process to ensure prompt payment, improving cash flow management.
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes for timely vendor payments and reduced errors.
  • Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.

Junior Accountant/Property Assistant

Cloudlink Services Limited
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
  • Managed supplier accounts and built lasting relationships with suppliers.
  • Managed client billing process to ensure prompt payment, improving cash flow management.
  • Complete various property management related work in respect of our clients
  • Lease renewals and Rent Reviews
  • Performing Opex reconciliations annually
  • Following up on rental arrears and issuing demand
  • Year end Opex/outgoings reconciliations, opex budget setting, notices where necessary
  • Processing of the invoices and payments
  • perform any other duties assigned
  • Preparing Monthly Property Reports
  • Calculating GST and RWT Filings


Education

Unclassified Units - 2022 Current - FIA

The Fiji National University

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting And Economics

The University of The South Pacific
09-2020

Fiji Y13 Examination Certificate -

The Waiqele Secondary School
12-2016

Fiji Y12 Examination Certificate -

The Waiqele Secondary School
12-2015

Fiji Intermediate Examination -

The Waiqele Primary School
01-2009

Other Achievements

Skills

  • Ability to identify discrepancies and produce sound, accurate financial reports to NZ tax law standard
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written and ability to work in a variety of circumstances
  • Good critical thinking and problem-solving ability
  • Intermediate/advanced skill level and experience using Xero or MYOB accounting software packages and Bank link
  • Accurate keyboard and calculating skills
  • Time management and prioritizing skills, with the ability to work autonomously
  • Ability to deal with new and varied people, a real team player
  • Ability to work under pressure and handle interruptions
  • Able to multitask, with the ability to prioritise workloads in face of the deadlines
  • Advance knowledge of Microsoft office in particular outlook, excels and word documents
  • Experience with Xero, XPA, Bank link & MYOB accounting packages - being a Xero adviser certified also with certificate
  • Client management experience from working in a Chartered Accountants office
  • GST, financial statement and taxation return experience essential Skills and abilities
  • strong accounting principles knowledge,
  • proficiency in relevant software, analytical and problem-solving abilities,
  • excellent communication, leadership, and the ability to adapt to changing regulations and technologies

Accomplishments

    Accounting Expertise: depth knowledge of accounting principles, including IFRS, and other relevant standards.

    Software Proficiency: Ability to use and navigate accounting software, spreadsheets, and other relevant tools

    Financial Analysis: analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide insights.

    Tax Knowledge: of relevant tax regulations and compliance requirements.

Software skills

  • Xero
  • MYOB Essential
  • IRD Website
  • Tax Manager
  • Cash Manager
  • FRCS Website
  • APS


Hobbies and Interest

  • Organizing events and community events
  • Internet and social networking
  • Sports
  • To discover new Environments
  • Driving/Travel
  • Learning Music’s
  • Making new friends
  • Cooking

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Accountant

DFK Oswin Griffiths Carlton
01.2024 - Current

Accountant

Cloudlink Services Limited
08.2021 - 12.2023

Junior Accountant/Property Assistant

Cloudlink Services Limited
01.2020 - 08.2021

Unclassified Units - 2022 Current - FIA

The Fiji National University

Bachelor's Degree - Accounting And Economics

The University of The South Pacific

Fiji Y13 Examination Certificate -

The Waiqele Secondary School

Fiji Y12 Examination Certificate -

The Waiqele Secondary School

Fiji Intermediate Examination -

The Waiqele Primary School

Other Achievements

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