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N. Huda Begum Azmee

Colombo

Summary

Results-oriented professional with 4 years of experience in accounting and finance, including accounts payable and bookkeeping. Currently collaborating with foreign clients, demonstrating adaptability across industries. Committed to personal growth and comfortable working in diverse environments. Seeking a Bookkeeper role in Canada to leverage expertise in accounting and finance for organizational success. Dedicated to contributing positively while aligning with company objectives and values.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

BOOKKEEPER/ ASSOCIATE (BPO OPERATIONS)

HAYLEYS BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INTERNATIONAL
09.2022 - Current
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date financial records, including transactions, receipts, and invoices
  • Assisted in preparation and lodgment of Business Activity Statements (BAS) for GST and other tax obligations for 30 - 50 clients.
  • Managed payroll activities, calculated wages, prepared pay slips, and ensured compliance with employment regulations
  • Reconciled bank statements to ensure accurate recording and accounting for all transactions
  • Generated financial reports such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
  • Utilized accounting software (e.g., Xero, Hubdoc, FYI, XPM) to streamline financial processes and maintain accuracy
  • Collaborated with accountants, financial professionals, and business owners to provide financial insights
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts
  • Provided guidance and support to primary clients, addressing queries related to financial records and assisting in decision-making along with managing client portfolio
  • Maintained and updated detailed process manuals for accounting process.
  • Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols

ACCOUNTS ASSOCIATE

ILMA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Conducted bank reconciliations and utilized ERP system, specifically Sage, for financial management
  • Processed income receipts and managed payment transactions
  • Handled customer refunds and oversaw outstanding accounts
  • Maintained daily cash collection register and reconciled advance payment accounts
  • Cleared and reconciled general accounts as part of routine financial clearance tasks.
  • Reviewed issues, analyzed and interpreted data and determined corrective action
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements
  • Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations, and cash flow

INTERNSHIP AND ACCOUNTS ASSOCIATE

ITX360 (EXPOLANKA HOLDINGS SUBSIDIARY)
10.2019 - 12.2020
  • Managed payment processing procedures
  • Handled customer refund requests efficiently
  • Processed pay orders accurately and promptly
  • Monitored and maintained petty cash transactions
  • Liaised with banks to resolve operational issues effectively
  • Verified payments from customers and suppliers
  • Conducted reconciliation of outstanding balances with suppliers
  • Coordinated and resolved payment-related issues with suppliers
  • Assisted Accounts Payable department as requested by Finance Head
  • Utilized Oracle ERP system for financial operations
  • Worked with Cargo Wise ERP system for logistics and financial tasks.

Education

BA (HONS) IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND FINANCE -

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF SCOTLAND (UWS)
United Kingdom
01.2022

CIMA PASSED FINALIST -

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CIMA)
United Kingdom
01.2022

DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT -

LYCEUM ACADEMY OF TEACHER TRAINING
Sri Lanka
01.2015

Skills

  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounting ledger maintenance
  • Accounting Software (Sage, Xero)
  • Accounts payable specialist
  • Accounts receivable specialist
  • Bookkeeping
  • Cash Flow analysis
  • Cost accounting
  • Document Management Software (Dext, FYI)
  • Financial records review
  • General accounting
  • MS Office Suite proficiency
  • Payment Coordination
  • Problem-solving and Communication
  • Quick Learner and Self-Starter
  • Strong Organization and Multitasking
  • Superior attention to detail
  • Task Prioritization
  • Team Management
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Relationship Building

Professional Highlights

  • Revenue Growth - Successfully brought in 2 major partnership accounts.
  • Team Leadership - Supervised a team of 5 members, achieving a 5-star rating in accuracy and a 50% reduction in errors.
  • Process Improvement - Attained 100% reduction in penalty payments through timely BAS lodgments.
  • Client Management - Received a 5-star rating for Voice of the Client (VoC) survey performance.
  • Awards - Received Star Gold Award for completing bookkeeping pilot run.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Music
  • Sewing and Handcrafting
  • Theater
  • Art
  • Hiking and Travelling

Timeline

BOOKKEEPER/ ASSOCIATE (BPO OPERATIONS)

HAYLEYS BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INTERNATIONAL
09.2022 - Current

ACCOUNTS ASSOCIATE

ILMA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
03.2021 - 09.2022

INTERNSHIP AND ACCOUNTS ASSOCIATE

ITX360 (EXPOLANKA HOLDINGS SUBSIDIARY)
10.2019 - 12.2020

BA (HONS) IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND FINANCE -

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF SCOTLAND (UWS)

CIMA PASSED FINALIST -

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT (CIMA)

DIPLOMA IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT -

LYCEUM ACADEMY OF TEACHER TRAINING
N. Huda Begum Azmee