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Doreen  Tan

Doreen Tan

Finance Manager
Butterworth,Penang

Summary

Dynamic Finance Manager with proven expertise at Andow Sdn Bhd in optimizing cash flow and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in financial management and multitasking, I successfully negotiated vendor terms, achieving significant cost savings while enhancing internal controls and training staff to uphold best practices. Committed to delivering impactful financial solutions.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Finance Manager

Andow Sdn Bhd
12.2012 - 09.2025
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Coordinated with relevant parties to expedite payment processing.
  • Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Coordinated with external auditors to ensure smooth and compliant audit process each fiscal year.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.Example: Pcb, Epf, Socso, Eis, Form E, Ea Form, Sst.

Account Supervisor

Dong Cheng Import & Export SB
05.2012 - 11.2012
  • Oversaw financial management of accounts and budgeting for future estimates.
  • Contributed ideas to concept development, strategic planning, and business operations.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key customers through diligent project monitoring.
  • Engaged in daily communication with clients and overseas colleagues to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
  • Tracked expenses with Software spreadsheets and reported on client budgets.

Audit and Tax Consultant

Tan Yen Wooi & Co
05.2007 - 04.2012
  • Independently examine an organisation's financial records, international controls, and operations to ensure accuracy, compliance with laws, and operational efficiency.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
  • Championed best practices and industry standards, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement within the audit team.
  • Assisted clients in navigating complicated tax scenarios, offering expert advice based on the latest legislation updates.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing comprehensive tax consulting services that minimized liability and maximized returns.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between various departments during audits to ensure a comprehensive understanding of company operations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Managed multiple client engagements simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of projects without sacrificing quality.
  • Developed customized audit plans based on client needs, leading to tailored solutions that addressed specific concerns.
  • Performed detailed reviews of financial statements, identifying discrepancies and areas requiring further investigation.
  • Proactively identified potential fraud or misconduct through meticulous analysis of financial data during audits.
  • Advised clients on complex accounting issues, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding their financial health.
  • Reduced tax liabilities for clients through strategic planning and research of applicable tax laws.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income, deductible expenses and allowances.
  • Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to facilitate correct tax form completion.
  • Checked data input and verified totals on forms prepared by others to detect errors in arithmetic, data entry or procedures.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.

Auditor

Moored Rowland
01.2007 - 04.2007
  • Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
  • Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
  • Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
  • Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
  • Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies in financial statements.

Education

Bachelor Of Commerce (Hons) Accounting - Accounting

University Tunku Abdul Rahman
Selangor
2006

Skills

Financial management

Software

Emas accounting system

Bro payroll

UBS

SQL

Timeline

Finance Manager

Andow Sdn Bhd
12.2012 - 09.2025

Account Supervisor

Dong Cheng Import & Export SB
05.2012 - 11.2012

Audit and Tax Consultant

Tan Yen Wooi & Co
05.2007 - 04.2012

Auditor

Moored Rowland
01.2007 - 04.2007

Bachelor Of Commerce (Hons) Accounting - Accounting

University Tunku Abdul Rahman
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