PRAGYA SUBEDI
Certified Practising Accountant (CPA)
ASHFORD
Summary
Detail-oriented financial professional with extensive experience, actively seeking a position within a dynamic team. Recognized for exceptional communication abilities, strong teamwork, and a diligent work ethic. Committed to delivering value through a proven history of outstanding performance and steadfast integrity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Office Accountant
KAZ Minerals
10.2022 - Current
- Oversaw financial reporting for six financing entities and the UK corporate office, ensuring timely delivery of statutory accounts and compliance with regulatory standards
- Partnered with teams in the Netherlands and Kazakhstan to spearhead budgeting and forecasting initiatives, consolidating corporate budgets and conducting variance analyses
- Prepared audit schedules and reconciliations, enhancing the efficiency of external audit processes and facilitating audit requests
- Collaborated closely with Group Treasury to track cash flow and liquidity, contributing to accurate assessments of financial health
- Generated monthly cost reports, variance analyses, and financial statements, offering actionable insights to senior management for strategic decision-making
- Participated in ad hoc financial projects aimed at improving process efficiency and operational effectiveness across the department
Finance Manager
The Asia Foundation
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Company Overview: Strengthened Access to Justice for Women Affected by Violence through Proven Culturally Sensitive Approaches
- Developed project budgets for donor submissions, ensuring compliance with donor regulations
- Conducted monthly reviews of budgets and expenditures, identifying variances that required immediate action
- Assessed staff travel expense submissions for accuracy and compliance
- Analyzed donor terms to ensure consistency in financial reporting and expenses
- Assisted in the preparation of donor reports and invoices, including cash forecast documentation
- Supported program staff in evaluating Cost Point reports related to project direct costs and labor charges
- Managed journal entries and maintained cross-functional shared working files on SharePoint
- Reconciled balance sheet accounts and ensured timely settlement of receivables and payables
- Effectively executed month-end closing processes
- Assisted senior management with external, internal, and project audits
- Collaborated with the Senior Director of Finance and Grants to prepare the Country Office Operating Budget and quarterly revisions
- Strengthened Access to Justice for Women Affected by Violence through Proven Culturally Sensitive Approaches
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
Accountant
Pickles Auction
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Managed budgets for fixed assets and fuel expenses for company vehicles, assisting in the allocation of capital budgets and branch development projects
- Maintained detailed records of fixed assets, company vehicles, and expenses; developed dashboards to communicate financial information effectively
- Conducted monthly accruals and analyzed discrepancies between budgeted and actual figures, ensuring effective communication with branches and finance teams
- Worked with national executives on capital expenditure projects, reconciling trial balances, ledgers, and tax invoices on a monthly basis
- Responded to finance-related inquiries from branches daily, managed Goods and Services Tax (GST) refunds, and ensured compliance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) regulations for export goods
- Conducted bank reconciliations and managed revenue for separate entities within the company
- Produced stock reports using SQL and handled inter-company transactions, including payroll and leave accruals
- Engaged with and provided support to 22 branches and 30 business units from the head office, including an international branch in Malaysia, to effectively resolve queries
- Actively participated in testing D365 software and provided feedback for enhancements
- Assessed and improved the accuracy and completeness of financial records related to company vehicles and overall entity performance
Tax Consultant
Planetech Accounting and Business Consultant
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Conducted client interviews to gather information on taxable income and deductible expenses
- Advised clients on evaluating and minimizing future tax liabilities while determining eligibility for tax abatements
- Applied appropriate adjustments, deductions, and credits to optimize clients' tax obligations
- Reviewed data entries and verified totals on forms prepared by others to identify errors in arithmetic, data entry, or procedures
- Prepared tax returns for individuals and small businesses
- Maintained thorough records of client tax returns and supporting documentation
- Utilized Microsoft CRM, Sage software, and the Australian taxation portal for tax return processing
Education
Master of Professional Accounting -
Charles Sturt University
02.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Kathmandu University
07.2010 - 07.2014
Skills
Working effectively under pressure
Problem-solving
Budget Forecasting
Financial Reporting
Financial Analysis
Initiative and Problem-solving Abilities
Microsoft Excel, Dynamics, BI
Infor, Sunsystem
Onestream
Effective time management
Certification
Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA Australia)
Timeline
Head Office Accountant
KAZ Minerals
10.2022 - Current
Finance Manager
The Asia Foundation
09.2021 - 09.2022
Accountant
Pickles Auction
09.2018 - 09.2021
Tax Consultant
Planetech Accounting and Business Consultant
01.2018 - 09.2018
Master of Professional Accounting -
Charles Sturt University
02.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - undefined
Kathmandu University
07.2010 - 07.2014
Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA Australia)
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