Sarah Jane - Accounting & Bookkeeping

Candidate No. 632719

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Sarah Jane

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Xero Accountant

Skills

★★★ Advanced:

Bookkeeping, Financial Analysis, Xero Accounting, more

★★ Intermediate:

Microsoft Excel, Hubspot CRM, SAP, MYOB, more

Hourly Rate Gauge

Today's value AUD $19.81

$17.25

if $ 1 = PHP 42

$22.20

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:

Australian Western Standard Time, Australian Central Standard Time, Australian Eastern Standard Time, New Zealand Daylight Time

Hourly & Monthly Rate:
(inclusive of service fee)

Full Time: AUD $19.81 per hour or $3433.33 per month

*Plus GST for Australian Businesses

Remote Staff Recruiter Comments

Over 8 years of extensive experience in accounting, bookkeeping, financial planning, and taxation, with a strong focus on Australian accounting practices.
Worked with diverse portfolios, including real estate, manufacturing, SMEs, and unique industries such as synthetic grass manufacturing and funeral homes.
She has proven ability in people management, having supervised teams ranging from 20 to 80 accountants, onboarding clients, and providing coaching..
She also previously held leadership roles, including Team Lead, Tax Reviewer, and Manager, for prominent organizations like Accenture and Integrate Solutions.
Her key skills include:
- Accounting Systems & Software Proficiency:
  - SAP HANA, MRI Software (Real Estate), Xero, MYOB, HubDoc, and Microsoft Excel (Advanced reporting and basic macros).
- Expertise in automation and cost-efficiency tools gained through transformational projects at Accenture.
- Australian Taxation and Compliance:
  - Extensive experience in BAS (Business Activity Statement), IAS (Income Activity Statement), and FBT (Fringe Benefits Tax) preparation and submission for over 5 years.
  - Familiarity with Australian GST requirements and other tax regulations, along with trust accounting.
- Bookkeeping and Financial Management:
  - Skilled in bank reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger review, and balance sheet reconciliations.
  - Proficient in working capital management, financial forecasting, and budget reporting to key business stakeholders.
- Client Interaction and Stakeholder Management:
  - Direct collaboration with Australian clients to meet reporting needs and address business challenges.
  - Strong focus on building client relationships and providing tailored solutions for SMEs.
- Team Leadership and Mentoring:
  - Effective leadership in recruiting, training, and managing teams while maintaining high levels of productivity.
  - Ability to act as a backup for technical roles, ensuring hands-on expertise and connection with the technical aspects of accounting.
She transitioned to freelance financial consulting, supporting small businesses in tax preparation, financial reporting, and business development
She's currently in Canada but is available to start immediately.

Employment History

Accounting Service Manager

Industry:Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPOEmployment Period:February 2023 to December 2023 (10 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:

Managing 20+ clients (accounting firm, service companies, etc.)
People Management (team leaders and staff)
Performance Reviews
Leadership Trainings and Coaching

Accounting Team Leader

Industry:Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPOEmployment Period:November 2021 to February 2023 (15 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages a group of accountants from accounts payable officer, AR specialist, bookkeepers, management, and tax accountants
Spearheaded client meetings regarding staff performance, process improvements, and best accounting practices
Accounting Subject Matter Expert (bookkeeping and accounting tips)

Service Ops Delivery Senior Analyst Team Lead

Industry:Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPOEmployment Period:May 2019 to November 2021 (30 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:Client: Brewery Company based in AU

Manages a group of accountants from accounts payable officer, AR specialist, bookkeepers, management, and tax accountants
Review month-end activities such as journal entries, fixed assets, balance sheet, and P/L account reconciliations
Review accounting processes and identify gaps
Spearheaded client meetings regarding staff performance, process improvements, and best accounting practices
Review staff performance and team capacity planning

General Accounting Ops Associate

Industry:Call Center / IT-Enabled Services / BPOEmployment Period:October 2015 to May 2019 (43 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:Real Estate Company based in AU

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Management
Bank Reconciliation
Fixed Asset and Account Reconciliation
Cashflow Forecasting and Budget Preparation
Financial Statements Preparation, Review and Analysis
Payroll Preparation
Working Capital Management
Australian Taxation Compliance (Company and Trust Tax Returns, FBT, Tax Effect)
Review of investor Relations Documents such as Share Price Performance Reporting and Property Compendium
Variance Analysis

Consultant

Industry:Construction / Building / EngineeringEmployment Period:December 2023 to December 2024 (12 Months)Duties and Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping -Coaching for the junior bookkeeper
Financial Advisory
Filing of tax compliance

Education History

Field of Study:

Not Applicable

Major:

Engineering

Graduation Date:

May 2018

Located In:

Philippines

License and Certification:

Not Applicable

Skills

★★★ Advanced:
Bookkeeping, Financial Analysis, Xero Accounting

★★ Intermediate:
Microsoft Excel, Hubspot CRM, SAP, MYOB

Work at Home Capabilities

Internet Bandwidth:

Between 5mbps to 100mbps

Working Environment:

Private Room

Speed Test Result:

Not Applicable

Internet Type:

Fiber

Hardware Type:

Laptop

Brand Name:

Processor:

AMD Ryzen 3 2300U with Radeon Vega Mobile Gfx 2.00 GHz

Operating System:

Windows 10