Prabin Khanal
Avondale,WKO
Summary
Accounting and finance professional with over eight years of progressive experience across financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and compliance in New Zealand and international settings. Master of Professional Accountancy (Massey University), MBA holder, Associate member of CPA Australia (ASA), and Certified Management Accountant (CMA). Skilled in preparing financial statements, GST returns, IR3 and IR4 tax returns, payroll, and month-end/year-end reporting, with hands-on proficiency in Xero, Xero Payroll, MYOB, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI. Known for accuracy, regulatory compliance, and building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders across immigration, education, banking, and insurance sectors.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Case & Account Manager
White Cloud Immigration and Education Ltd
Auckland, New Zealand
02.2025 - Current
- Manage end-to-end immigration and education client cases, ensuring compliance with New Zealand immigration legislation and internal procedures.
- Raise client invoices and maintain accounts receivable records; process accounts payable and supplier payments.
- Record daily financial transactions in Xero and perform bank reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Prepare GST working papers and support taxation compliance; prepare and lodge IR3 and IR4 tax returns.
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting, maintaining accurate financial and client records.
- Liaise with Inland Revenue, banks, accountants, and government agencies on client and compliance matters.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Key Achievement: Integrated accounting and client management systems, improving reporting accuracy and streamlining financial administration.
- White Cloud Immigration and Education Ltd- Greys Avenue, Auckland, New Zealand
Financial Analyst
S.S. Advisory (Insurance Brokerage)
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Analysed premium income, commission structures, and client portfolios to support broker decision-making.
- Prepared monthly management reports covering policy sales and broker performance.
- Forecasted revenue and cash flow, and reconciled commission statements.
- Supported budgeting and operational cost control, assisting insurance brokers with financial reporting and performance analysis.
- S.S. Advisory (Insurance Brokerage)-Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand
Accountant
Vinayak Siddha College
Kathmandu, Nepal
02.2020 - 11.2024
- Prepared monthly and annual financial statements and managed accounts payable and receivable.
- Processed payroll and statutory deductions and performed bank reconciliations.
- Managed tuition revenue and scholarship accounting; supported budgeting and financial planning.
- Prepared tax reports and supported annual audits.
- Vinayak Siddha College- Kathmandu, Nepal
Finance Executive
Euro Exim Bank
International
08.2020 - 04.2024
- Managed international trade finance operations, including Letters of Credit and Bank Guarantees.
- Conducted financial analysis and credit assessments, ensuring AML and regulatory compliance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with banking partners.
- Euro Exim Bank, Remote- International
Finance Manager
Alta Vista Spanish School
Kathmandu, Nepal
02.2020 - 03.2024
- Managed budgeting and forecasting, and prepared monthly management accounts.
- Supervised payroll processing and prepared financial statements.
- Implemented financial controls and improved cash flow management.
- Alta Vista Spanish School-Kathmandu, Nepal
Accounts Officer
Mahankal Dev Furniture Udyog
Kathmandu, Nepal
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Maintained the general ledger and performed bank reconciliations.
- Prepared balance sheets and managed tax compliance.
- Mahankal Dev Furniture Udyog- Kathmandu, Nepal
Accountant
Caravan Employment Services Pvt. Ltd.
Kathmandu, Nepal
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Prepared financial reports and processed payroll.
- Managed banking transactions and reconciled accounts.
- Caravan Employment Services Pvt. Ltd.- Kathmandu, Nepal
Administration Officer
Everest Products & Foods Pvt. Ltd.
Nepal
12.2014 - 01.2016
- Supported finance and HR operations, managing documentation and records.
- Coordinated administrative activities across departments.
- Everest Products & Foods Pvt. Ltd. | Nepal
Education
Master of Professional Accountancy - MPA
Massey University
Auckland, New Zealand06-2026
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Lincoln University College
Malaysia01-2024
Bachelor of Business Studies - BBS
Tribhuvan University
Nepal01-2020
Skills
- Xero, Xero Payroll, MYOB, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Financial Modelling, Budgeting, Forecasting, Payroll, GST, IR3, IR4, Bank Reconciliations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis
Certification
- Associate (ASA), CPA Australia ID: 30120
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Institute of Certified Management Accountants (Australia & New Zealand), Membership ID: MID-087012
- New Zealand Full Driver License
LANGUAGES
English- Fluent, Nepali- Native, Hindi- Intermediate, Spanish- Basic
Timeline
Case & Account Manager
White Cloud Immigration and Education Ltd
02.2025 - Current
Financial Analyst
S.S. Advisory (Insurance Brokerage)
01.2025 - 02.2025
Finance Executive
Euro Exim Bank
08.2020 - 04.2024
Accountant
Vinayak Siddha College
02.2020 - 11.2024
Finance Manager
Alta Vista Spanish School
02.2020 - 03.2024
Accounts Officer
Mahankal Dev Furniture Udyog
10.2017 - 05.2018
Accountant
Caravan Employment Services Pvt. Ltd.
01.2016 - 03.2017
Administration Officer
Everest Products & Foods Pvt. Ltd.
12.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Business Studies - BBS
Tribhuvan University
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Lincoln University College
Master of Professional Accountancy - MPA
Massey University
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Financial Accounting & Reporting: General Ledger, Financial Statement Preparation, Month-end and Year-end Closing, Bank Reconciliation
- Accounts Payable & Receivable, Cash Flow Management, Payroll Processing
- Management Accounting: Budgeting, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, KPI and Management Reporting
- Taxation & Compliance: GST Returns, IR3 and IR4 Tax Returns, NZ Tax Compliance, Inland Revenue (IRD) Liaison, Audit Support, Internal Controls
- Systems: Xero, Xero Payroll, MYOB, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Power BI, Microsoft Office 365, AI Productivity Tools