Sarah Park
040*-***-*** *************.****@*****.***
Education and Qualifications
Master of Accounting – King’s Own Institute, Sydney (KOI): currently studying
Bachelor of Accounting – Central Queensland University, Sydney
Diploma of Commerce – Sydney Institute of Business and Technology (SIBT)
American Institute of Certified Public Accounting (AICPA)
Advanced Diploma of Translating – Sydney Institute of Interpreting & Translating (SIIT)
Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Professional History
Administrator
AEC Educational Agent, Sydney
March 2017 - Current
Translated Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) from Korean to English
Assisted with recruitment, public or alumni relations and marketing activities
Purchased goods and equipment, and process invoices
Contributed to updated policy and planning for visa regardless of immigration
Communicated with partner institutions, other institutions, external agencies, government departments and prospective students
Provided administrative support to issue advertising for magazines, banners and overseas study abroad fair
Managed reception area and looked after visitors
Answered phone calls and transferred them as necessary
Drafted, formatted, and printed relevant documents
Maintained stock lists and order office supplies as needed
Interacted with director and carried out her request
Attended workshops and conferences when requested
Took cared of website functions and social media profiles
Managed correspondence by answering emails and sorting mail
Assisted in planning and arranging events, including organising catering
Enterprise Resource Planning, Accounts Receivable, Interpretation, IT
Finance Department, Closure Systems International Limited, Korea
October 2011 - April 2012
Handled AR sub-ledger and fulfilled requests from auditors and tax preparers
Performed AR planning and analysis
Reconciled cash and AR monthly
Prepared and forwarded monthly statement of accounts to customers
Followed-up and scheduled collection with customers
Generated AR-NR aging report
Filed and maintained customer contracts and agreements as reference for AR
Assisted commercial team in matching payable GST with sales
Supported Oracle implementation, ensuring deadline were met
Coordinated systems and support between IT users
Supported internal and external audits
Provided technical support and translation for Oracle users
Accounting Assistant
Accounting Department, Stephen Yoo & Co., Sydney
May 2008 - May 2009
Handled bookkeeping duties using MYOB
Prepared individual, partnership and corporation tax returns
Prepared monthly BAS statements
Reviewed and verified payroll processing
Reported W/H tax to taxation sites
Reconciled general ledger
Other Employment
English Teacher
International House Sydney, Australian English Institute
January 2011 - February 2011
Taught English
Computer Skills
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office, MYOB
Adobe Page Maker
Oracle
2012 Conference Room Pilot 2-1 training for Oracle, Guangzhou, China
2012 User Acceptance Test for Oracle Jianjin, China
2011 Conference Room Pilot 2-1 training Jianjin, China
Languages
English and Korean
Referee
Jodie Chung (Director)
AEC educational agent, Sydney
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Woo Jung, Joo (Senior Manager)
Closure Systems International Limited, Korea
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Job Claim Statement
Must have MYOB utilisation experience
I have MYOB experience received in Australia during my Accounting Information course in King’s Own Institute. During the assignment I had to learn peculiarities and details of this software and I’m really confident in using such functions as Accounts (Chart of Accounts, Budgets), Banking ( Bank Register, Bank Reconciliation, Payment Voucher, Official Recept). Sales (Enter Sales, Print Invoice, Print Statement, Analyse Receivables), Job Management and Payroll, Card File management (Maintain Customer, Supplier and Employee details), Reports (Accounts, Sales, Banking & Sales Tax reports).
MS Office ( Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook )
I also have strong analytical skills, attention to details and good knowledge of MS office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, OneNote, other desktop applications, Web services.) My skills in this area are well developed as my experience in an administrative capacity includes support to management at a senior level. Throughout my work history, I have been required to utilise the range of Microsoft Office Software in the provision of high-quality accountant and administrative assistance. This includes the presentation of information in a variety of formats: report writing, presentations, database management, management of statistical information, electronic calendar management and the full range of executive level administrative support.
I always was required to use MS Office programs on a daily basis and am highly proficient in this regard. I also updated access databases and excel spreadsheets on a daily basis in addition to writing various correspondence. My responsibilities included the management of all accounting documentation and certificates, communicating changes to staff and colleagues, and assisting director with the document and drawing formatting.
In 2011-2012, I was in charge of introduction of tools for finance modules was programmed in Microsoft Excel and further implemented into the Oracle especially, finance sector.
In addition, I successfully managed appointments, scheduled meetings and implemented the special software used as ORACLE in finance team.
Ability to multitask and Achievement of deadlines/tasks
I will warrant that I have all the relevant skills to be a success in this role. I am organized, flexible and capable of multitasking. I am firmly convinced that the number of working hours devoted to work is regulated firstly by its specific. During events organisation lot of preparation work took place in the last days. This probability was usually scheduled. For example, some arrangements cannot be made earlier than the day before the event. Flexible approach to work planning is always needed. I have enthusiastic, positive and self-motivated working style, I am able to multitask and keep in control during busy times. My skills were trained in different demanding international projects on regional and municipal level. I used to work systematically at finance department, Closure Systems International Limited, Korea, in order to achieve the deadlines and plans. Even if there are unforeseen occurrences, I manage to pull through still. I strongly believe that time management plays a crucial role as it helps individuals to set time-lines to achieve certain goals. I always set my targets and am sure to complete the task in time.
High attention to detail and accuracy
I used to work systematically in an organisation to achieve results according to the deadlines and plans. Even if there are unforeseen occurrences, I manage to pull through still. I strongly believe that time management plays a crucial role as it helps individuals to set time-lines to achieve certain goals. I always set my targets and am sure to complete in time.
I pride myself on my strong organisational and administrative skills. Some of the basic skills I used each day included the ability to implement project plans and schedules according to the highest standards; answer inquiries and manage task concurrently; organise and manage all aspects of my job; coordinate work, reports and meetings; prepare for conferences and complete the follow-up actions; organise material for briefings and presentations; have demonstrable general knowledge and understanding of business wide processes; take personal responsibility for meeting commitments; take problem resolution through listening, analysis and providing timely solutions of problems that arise; track accounts and project costs; cross reference documents for information and accuracy; manage filling systems and implement electronic mail outs. I also have experience in report drafting and preparation, received in demanding projects.
Accounting experience
I have good accounting skills received by working in different busy and demanding office. In my position I was responsible for implementation of Oracle system for the company.
Handled AR sub-ledger and fulfilled requests from auditors and tax preparers;
Performed AR planning and analysis;
Reconciled cash and AR monthly;
Prepared and forwarded monthly statement of accounts to customers;
Followed-up and scheduled collection with customers;
Generated AR-NR aging report;
Filed and maintained customer contracts and agreements as reference for AR;
Assisted commercial team in matching payable GST with sales;
Supported Oracle implementation, ensuring deadline were met;
Coordinated systems and support between IT users;
Supported internal and external audits;
Provided technical support and translation for Oracle users.
Demonstrated general knowledge and understanding of Oracle implementation to finance employees
Excellent and professional telephone manner and customer service skills,
I am extremely efficient in dealing with different people and meeting their interest, business and personal needs. In my position I was responsible for answering all incoming calls in engaging and professional telephone manner, greeting and handing to all walk-in clients, preparation and maintenance of client files, preparing a variety of documentation and correspondence, ensured the office facilities were maintained in accordance with internal and external standards.
I can demonstrate advanced communication skills with the proven ability to influence and negotiate. I am extremely efficient in dealing with different people and meeting their interest, business and personal needs.
Diploma of Commerce, Bachelor of Accounting, AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accounting), Accounting or equivalent, preferred but not essential.
I have completed Diploma of Commerce and Bachelor of Accounting in Sydney. Also, I have completed AICPA in USA. I am currently getting Master Degree in Accounting.
Min. 1 and half year exp. In an Office administrator role
I am currently working at AEC educational agent as an office administrator. I am well organized and efficient in my position, I have been successfully working in the education field providing links between clients and director as well as general administration support to senior manager and director. I am professional, punctual and reliable. I have advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office. My skills in this area are well developed as my experience in an administrative capacity including, supporting to senior manager and director. I have excellent organisational skills and I am able to work well under pressure, I successfully managed appointments, scheduled meeting in busy and demanding projects.
Cover Letter
Dear Sirs,
I am writing to ask you to consider my CV for the Accounts/ MYOB/ Office Administrator position.
I will warrant that I have all the relevant skills to be a success in this role. I am organized, flexible and capable of multitasking.
I have MYOB utilization experience, received during the Accounting Information System course in King’s Own Institute. An integral part of the course was a practical MYOB assignment that required a deep knowledge and acquaintance with details and peculiarities. I also work with MS office ( Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint ) in my current work.
I have more than a year of experience in accounting and finance, with my last position in the finance department of Closure Systems International Limited. There, I was heavily involved in accounts, enterprise resource planning and IT, assisting directly in Oracle implementation. Prior to this I was an assistant accountant at Stephen Yoo & Co, where I helped prepare client accounts using MYOB and Oracle. I also managed accounts on a client-by-client basis. I also have strong analytical skills and have attention to details.
I hold my Bachelor of Accounting from Central Queensland University and my Diploma of Commerce from Sydney Institute of Business and Technology. I am also qualified through the American Institute of Certified Public Accounting.
I have the professional telephone manner and customer service skills. For the last year I have been working as an office administrator at AEC educational agent in Sydney. I am knowledgeable about the agent’s services, provide a professional front line service to visitors and operate the switchboard in a warm, confident and happy manner. As part of my routine duties, I am required to work with people at all levels and provide colleagues with general administrative support.
I am extremely efficient in dealing with different people and meeting their interest, business and personal needs.
I would appreciate the chance to meet with you to discuss my suitability for your team. If you would like to discuss any aspect of my application, you can contact me on 040*-***-***.
If you do not have any positions available now, please feel free to keep my resume on file in case an opportunity should arise in the future.
Thank you for considering my application.
Yours sincerely,
Sarah Park