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Sidi Chen

Whangaparaoa,AUK

Summary

Highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Administrator with a strong understanding of accounting principles. With a bachelor's degree in accounting and over six years of practical experience in maintaining financial records, processing payments, preparing reports, and collaborating with various departments. With solid proficiency in financial software and a continuous learning mindset, I am well-equipped to contribute effectively to a junior accounting role.

As a strong initiative and detail-oriented candidate with a strong desire to seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounts Administrator

L.W Architecture Limited
06.2023 - Current

L.W Architectural provides residential and commercial architecture, land subdivision and planning services over 20 years.

Responsibilities:

  • Managed efficient project invoicing, follow-up, organization, and reporting.
  • Handled payroll, leave management, and staff-related issues effectively.
  • Supported management in accurate financial reporting and filing GST returns.
  • Undertook various marketing tasks as directed by management, including social media management, advertisement coordination, and assistance in developing marketing strategies and actions.
  • Managed general office administrative duties such as handling calls and organizing office events.
  • Provided valuable assistance to the management team as required.

Accounts Administrator

DH Kitchen
01.2017 - 02.2023

Located in the heart of Auckland, DHK has been creating kitchens and home interiors for nearly a decade. Our design and manufacturing are all done in-house so that quality can be maintained and assured for your benefit.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, including recording transactions, processing invoices, and reconciling bank statements
  • Managing and processing payments to vendors, suppliers, and other creditors, verifying invoices for accuracy, and ensuring timely payment
  • Monitoring and tracking incoming payments from customers or clients, issuing invoices, and following up on overdue amounts
  • Assisting with developing and monitoring budgets and analysing financial data to provide forecasts and recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements
  • Assisting with tax-related matters, such as preparing and filing tax returns every two months, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and maintaining appropriate documentation
  • Collaborating with the HR department to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including salary calculations, tax deductions, and benefits administration
  • Conducting analysis and providing insights on financial data, identifying trends, variances, and areas of improvement, and making recommendations to optimise financial performance
  • Assisting with various administrative tasks, such as maintaining financial files, responding to inquiries, and providing support during audits or financial reviews.

Assistant Accountant - Internship

JZR Accountants & Consultants
11.2015 - 01.2016

Industry specialists who are dedicated to delivering the best business advice and accounting services using cutting-edge technology.

Responsibilities:

  • Recording financial transactions into the accounting system for clients
  • Conducting bank reconciliations for clients
  • Assisting with tax-related matters, such as calculating tax liabilities, preparing tax returns, and ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations
  • Assisting with payroll-related activities, such as calculating employee salaries, deductions, and benefits
  • Maintaining organised and up-to-date financial records, including invoices, receipts, bank statements, and other documents, especially for auditing purposes
  • Utilising accounting software and systems (Xero) effectively to perform tasks efficiently and accurately.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Accounting

University of Waikato
Hamilton, New Zealand
08.2016

Skills

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles
  • Financial Software Proficiency:
  • QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite (advanced user of Excel), Xero
  • Attention to Detail
  • Analytical Skills
  • Organisation and Time Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Critical Thinking with Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Numerical Aptitude
  • Continuous Learning Habit
  • Fluent in English and Mandarin

Certification

2023 | Xero Advisor Certificate

2023 | Xero Payroll Certificate

CA Program Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting (GDipCA)| in progress

Languages

English
Professional Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Accounts Administrator

L.W Architecture Limited
06.2023 - Current

Accounts Administrator

DH Kitchen
01.2017 - 02.2023

Assistant Accountant - Internship

JZR Accountants & Consultants
11.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor's degree - Accounting

University of Waikato

2023 | Xero Advisor Certificate

2023 | Xero Payroll Certificate

CA Program Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting (GDipCA)| in progress

Sidi Chen