Candidate No. 611283
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Sandra

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Skills

★★★ Advanced:

Not Applicable, more

★★ Intermediate:

Not Applicable, more

Hourly Rate Gauge

Today's value  AUD $17.51

$15.33

if $ 1 = PHP 42

$19.50

if $ 1 = PHP 30
Currency Fluctuation Range

*includes service fee. Please note that hourly rates are linked to the exchange rate, and fluctuate slightly from month to month.

Employment Preferences

Availability:

 Full Time

Preferred Timezone:

Not Applicable

Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

Full Time: AUD $17.51 per hour or $3034.47 per month

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses
Remote Staff Recruiter Comments
EVALUATION:

Sandra has a total of 3 years of experience as a VA/Bookkeeper.  2 yrs of that for an Australian account.  She brings a strong accounting and bookkeeping background, with a focus on the services industry. Her advanced skills in MYOB and solid proficiency in Xero are complemented by her practical experience managing payroll, processing invoices, and performing essential accounting tasks. While she lacks experience in inventory management, her expertise in handling financial operations for service-based clients makes her a valuable asset.

Predictive Index - Operator

Strongest Behavior
  • Unhurried and deliberate, stable and will do things using the established process; finds it difficult to change these systems.
  • Dependable, consistent, and needs familiar environments and coworkers to be most productive.
  • Cooperative, easy-going, and agreeable in getting along with others. A focused, uncritical listener who won’t “rock the boat.” Methodical, steady, and even-paced; loses productivity when interrupted.
  • Private, serious, introspective, and reserved. Takes time to connect to and trust new people.
  • Focused; can concentrate on the task at hand for long periods. Quickly notices and understands technical matters more than social ones.
  • Consistent and patiently thoughtful. Works at a steady, unwavering pace; most comfortable with familiar processes, environments, and co-workers. Doesn’t easily change.
  • Driven to protect the company against risk by thoroughly leveraging their background and strictly following “the book.” Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes.
  • Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
  • Detail-oriented and accommodating; most comfortable working as part of a well-defined team for which they produce high-quality output and decisions.
Helpful, patient, and stable; works steadily and consistently. Respectful of established processes, standards, and policies, they will work within those standards to ensure repeated successes and high-quality results. Sandra has the patience and tolerance required for routine work and can be relied on to do such work consistently and in a relaxed manner. Prefers having, and following, a well-thought-out process to ensure success. If they are responsible for establishing the process, they will do so in a thoughtful, methodical manner, paying close attention to details and time-honored successes. Once established, they’ll expect that the process be followed consistently.
Employment History
Accounting Assistant
Industry:Retail / MerchandiseEmployment Period:July 2022 to December 2024 (29 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Organize and update accounting records as needed.
  • Prepare and analyze transaction reports.
  • Conduct regular, detailed audits to ensure accuracy in financial documents and expenditures.
  • Oversee ledger reconciliation and manage accounts payable and receivable.
  • Perform financial analysis and provide reports to management as needed.
  • Carry out month-end accounting activities, including reconciliations and journal entries.
  • Handle basic office tasks, such as filing and data entry.
  • Assist with audits, fact-checks, and resolve any discrepancies.
  • Prepare financial reports, including monthly collection and aging receivables.
  • Compile reports comparing monthly utility consumption with Maynilad and Meralco billing.
  • Oversee and manage contracts with major clients, including the Supreme Court of the Philippines, National Bureau of Investigation, and PhilHealth Caloocan Branch.
  • Communicate with clients regarding contract needs and inquiries.
  • Collect payments from major clients, serving as the primary point of contact for the Supreme Court of the Philippines, National Bureau of Investigation, and PhilHealth Caloocan Branch.
Accountant Bookkeeper
Industry:Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPOEmployment Period:January 2023 to February 2024 (13 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Set up Accounts Payable on a daily basis and ensure timely processing of payables and receivables.
  • Possess a solid understanding of Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST) and general accounting principles.
  • Assist in fortnightly payroll preparation, including accurate daily timesheet management.
  • Maintain and update general ledgers and oversee the preparation of Financial and Management Reports.
  • Review ASIC company annual statements and other required documentation.
  • Reconcile and report daily bank account transactions and perform daily cash balance reconciliations.
  • Manage email inquiries and maintain professional communication with clients and vendors.
  • Prepare monthly reconciliations for bank, credit card, and general ledger accounts.
  • Oversee petty cash management and liaise with overseas operations to meet accounting requirements.
  • Compile internal sales reports and distribute them to management.
  • Reconcile inventory, fixed assets, intercompany loans, and clearing accounts.
  • Supervise assistant accountant activities, offering support and training as needed.
  • Prepare and assist with financial statements, including monthly balance sheets, income statements, and budget variance analyses.
  • Support budget preparation and track actuals vs. budgets for management review.
  • Handle payroll processing, maintain accuracy, and ensure compliance.
  • Contribute to ad hoc projects, including process improvements, analytical reviews, and reporting enhancements.
  • Assist the Finance team with month-end activities, such as calculating accruals, cost allocations, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Senior Accountant and Bookkeeper
Industry:Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPOEmployment Period:February 2024 to November 2024 (9 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
  • Verify the accuracy and completeness of invoices against the Statement of Account, ensuring timely payments. Categorize bank feed transactions daily and manage supplier invoices in scheduled payment runs (weekly, fortnightly, or monthly).
  • Monitor and analyze accounting data, focusing on coding accuracy for general ledger accounts and departmental allocations.
  • Communicate with clients, suppliers, and customers to address questions and concerns.
  • Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements, such as Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet, to the support office.
  • Conduct daily cash balance reconciliation, prepare submissions for sales tax, BAS, and payroll tax. Ensure accurate monthly and quarterly reconciliation of BAS and AIS.
  • Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports detailing financial performance.
  • Ensure all supplier bills are properly authorized and process payments as authorized.
  • Perform payroll duties, including setting up new employees in MYOB, managing superannuation, and processing weekly payroll for TFN, ABN, and ACN contractors.
  • Monitor cash flow, manage funds efficiently, and assist with annual budgeting and forecasting.
  • Issue customer invoices timely and accurately, aligning with contractual agreements. Track overdue payments, manage debt collection, and reconcile accounts receivable monthly.
  • Generate and present reports related to invoicing, revenue, and outstanding debts.
  • Record supplier payments and office expenses in accounting software, coding to appropriate accounts.
  • Oversee sales settlements, including commission invoicing and final payment reviews.
  • Assist with audit preparation, ensuring all required documentation is accurate and accessible.
  • Maintain confidential employee records, prepare ABA files for internet banking, and distribute pay advice via email. Track leave accruals, reconcile monthly and quarterly PAYG, and make quarterly superannuation payments.
  • Reconcile and prepare payment summaries, complete end-of-year payroll processing, and submit to the Australian Taxation Office.
Education History

Field of Study:

Finance/Accountancy/Banking

Major:

Accountancy

Graduation Date:

June 2022

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification:

Not Applicable

Skills

★★★ Advanced:
Not Applicable

★★ Intermediate:
Not Applicable

Work at Home Capabilities

Internet Bandwidth:

Between 5mbps to 100mbps

Working Environment:

Private Room

Speed Test Result:

Not Applicable

Internet Type:

Fiber

Hardware Type:

Desktop

Brand Name:

Not Applicable

Processor:

Not Applicable

Operating System:

Not Applicable