ME
I am an accountant with a passion for data management and utilisation. I am based in Melbourne, Australia.
I have always been passionate about data, logic and process. In the eighties, I purchased my first computer, and with no internet, and little software, I instead learnt to program in BASIC and ASM.
With 48 KB of memory, I had to be efficient with algorithms, code and data (a modern smart phone can have 16 GB or 16,777,216 KB).
Through a career in consumer electronics, venture capital, public practice, and corporate finance, I maintained my approach to data management. For me, each data point is like cents in the dollar - if you look after the cents, the dollars will look after themselves.
I use accounting / FP&A knowledge, along with systems design and data management, to improve organisational outcomes for clients.
My experience is supported by the following education:
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Corporate Finance Institute: FMVA® / BIDA® (current)
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University of Canberra: Bachelor of Design (Interaction) (current)
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The Tax Institute: Dip. Applied Tax Law / Chartered Tax Adviser
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TAFE: Dip./Cert IV Web Technologies and Website Development
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CPA Australia: CPA, Dip. Financial Services (Financial Planning)
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Bond University: MBA / Masters of Accounting
Frequently Asked Questions
What industries do you work with?
Primarily health care, in particular aged care, along with retail (including newsagency and LPO) and hospitality. However, I have worked with a broad range of clients and industries, please contact me to discuss your requirements.
How do you price your services?
I have a range of pricing options depending on your requirements. Some services are based on hourly rates, while others are fixed price quotes.
Can you assist remote and interstate clients?
Yes, services can be delivered in person but I can also work remotely using a range of online systems. This saves a lot of travel time and cost.
Can you help with information systems?
Yes, with cross qualifications in information technology, help can be provided to you for system selection, configuration, integrations, and system accounting.
Can you perform Virtual CFO roles?
Yes, I can provide part time oversight of your finance function, such as risk management, financial planning, reporting, compliance, and of course data management and analysis.
What does FP&A stand for?
FP&A stands for Financial Planning and Analysis which includes budgeting, forecasting, and analysis that supports business decision making. This is highly reliant on accurate and complete data.
Drowning in data?
Disparate systems? Data quality issues? Inaccurate reporting? You need help. I can fix your data, systems and processes to reduce risk, improve efficiencies and enhance outcomes.