I am a reliable and hardworking individual who excels both independently and in group settings. I effectively communicate my ideas and respectfully consider others' perspectives and feedback. With over 13 years of experience in finance and accounting, I have honed my skills in accuracy, analysis, and attention to detail, even under tight deadlines. I am self-motivated, a quick learner, and adept at planning and implementing procedures to improve processes efficiently.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Payroll Accountant
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
01.2022 - Current
Training staff in the payroll process for various countries
Reconciliation ensuring IChris payroll system reconciles with CFIS
Reporting to various organizations internal and external on fortnightly, monthly, and yearly basis
Supervising payroll maintenances for various countries
Training new hires on navigating through HR21
Analyze budget requests and explain any budgetary changes resulting from increased costs or changes in Programs
Preparing Cost Analysis on request
Currently processing New Zealand, Australia, Fiji and Marshall Islands payroll
Preparing and Reporting taxes according to legislation and reconciling with ledger
Managing ESP planners, both new and existing, processing quarterly ESP vehicle insurance, and handling ESP-related payments
This includes reviewing individual staff budgets and analyzing projections
Preparing and reporting superannuation, reconciling in three ways, including payroll systems, the ledger in CFIS, and payments
Accountant 2
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
07.2018 - 12.2021
Proficient with iChris/HR21 Payroll System
Processing payroll for Samoa, Fiji, Kiribati, Vanuatu & PNG
Reconciling iChris with CFIS System, review reconciliations, verify that all outstanding items are properly cleared
Liaising with tax departments and Frontier (payroll provider)
Prepare special studies and reports for departments and organizations as required
Prepare journal entries and other adjustments to correct errors
Consolidate accounting information for use in accounting statements and summaries
Review expenditures against budget and make necessary reconciliations, investigations, and correcting entries
Draft correspondence to appropriate parties regarding any differences that require investigation or further action
Review and monitor invoices submitted for payment which exceed certain dollar amounts as defined by policy
Assist in preparing various financial estimates and expense reports
Audit project accounts for compliance to policy and correspond with appropriate parties regarding the status of these projects
Assistant Accountant
Taikura Trust
03.2015 - 07.2018
Payroll duties – Worked with MYOB
Implementation of IMS Payroll systems, efficiently operating and managing the system
Preparing monthly FTE report
Accounts payable reconciliation and Bank reconciliation
IRD filing – PAYE
Maintaining Assets register
Reporting to financial controller
Accounts Administrator (Temp Role)
Advanced Transaction systems Limited
08.2014 - 12.2014
Debtors Receipting, banking and petty cash
Proficient in using vision software management
Accurately processed financial transactions using computerized cash registers in a fast-paced environment
Credit Controller
Invoicing and Debtors Management
Financial Controller / Administration
Xact Labelling Limited
09.2013 - 03.2014
Monthly Accounts Management and Monthly financial accounts
Reporting to business accountant and Director
Participate in monthly management meetings
Forecasts & Cash Flows, Debtors and Creditors Ledgers
Stock Management, Production recording
Purchasing, invoicing and generating monthly statements
Financial Administrator
Whau River catchment Trust/ Friends of Whau Inc
05.2012 - 09.2013
Preparing budget for the year and updating monthly
Auditing time sheets and wages
Making transactions / Payments through online and cheques
Taking responsibility of finance, looking after Accounts receivables and Payables
Education
CMA -
Ensign College
11.2024
Graduate Diploma in Business - Major in Accounting
Auckland University of Technology
09.2017
Bachelor of Commerce -
Osmania University
09.2003
Skills
Analyzing data
Team collaboration
Time management
Multitasking Abilities
Relationship building
References
Available Upon Request
Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
Telugu
Limited Working
Timeline
Senior Payroll Accountant
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
01.2022 - Current
Accountant 2
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
07.2018 - 12.2021
Assistant Accountant
Taikura Trust
03.2015 - 07.2018
Accounts Administrator (Temp Role)
Advanced Transaction systems Limited
08.2014 - 12.2014
Financial Controller / Administration
Xact Labelling Limited
09.2013 - 03.2014
Financial Administrator
Whau River catchment Trust/ Friends of Whau Inc
05.2012 - 09.2013
Graduate Diploma in Business - Major in Accounting
Auckland University of Technology
Bachelor of Commerce -
Osmania University
CMA -
Ensign College
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