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Prakash Selvasingam

Account Assistant
Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Detail-oriented Account Assistant knowledgeable about Finance practices and clerical support needs with experience in maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports with Lexis Affinity.

Focused on offering first-rate administrative assistance to facilitate smooth department operations. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.

Overview

11
11
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Assistant

Ram Caroline Sha & Syah (Fka: RamRais & Partners)
Kuala Lumpur
01.2022 - Current
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports and presentations.
  • Set up and updated Excel spreadsheets to track financial data.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Validated and recorded invoices and resolved discrepancies with staffs and banks.
  • Input data into accounting system and maintained integrity of system information to alleviate potential breaches.
  • Received and delivered incoming accounting department mail to appropriate staff members.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
  • Used Lexis Affinity to perform accurate financial analysis and audits to mitigate financial risks.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Identified and suggested remedies for areas of improvement based on detailed daily reports and analysis.
  • Complied with established policies and performed bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, billing and profit and loss statements for clients.
  • Computerized recordkeeping systems, initiating and maintaining financial accurate and current tracking in Lexis Affinity.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Maintained compliance with all established guidelines and legal requirements.
  • Developed working relationships with associates, employees of other departments and representatives of other organizations.

Legal Clerk

Ram Caroline Sha & Syah (Fka: RamRais & Partners)
Kuala Lumpur
08.2019 - 01.2022
  • Assembled case materials for cases by organizing, summarizing and collecting documents, information and evidence.
  • Maintained and updated files and databases for personnel records and financial reports.
  • Managed general clerical needs such as opening and closing files, scanning sheets and faxing documents.
  • Created and submitted weekly legal summary to managers, covering current cases, records requests and collections statuses.
  • Tracked incoming and outgoing files and materials and maintained accurate records for potential discrepancies.
  • Responded to internal and external requests for information.
  • Located missing file materials to help teams meet project deadlines and avoid lost man-hours.
  • Examined, categorized and sorted incoming documents.
  • Upheld confidentiality of information to avoid potential data breaches and client lawsuits.
  • Improved physical and digital filing systems with enhancements to organizational strategies.
  • Cleaned up files regularly by removing outdated information for archival or disposal.
  • Created reports, correspondence and spreadsheets with Microsoft Office programs.

Tutor

Dave's Language House
Kuala Lumpur
05.2018 - 07.2018
  • Provided appropriate learning materials for students.
  • Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
  • Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
  • Improved test scores by focusing on reading comprehension, math and critical thinking skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
  • Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
  • Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.

Waiter /Bartender

Buttery, Royal Lake Club
Kuala Lumpur
04.2018 - 05.2018
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
  • Informed customers about daily and seasonal specials.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Enlisted coworkers' assistance for multi-order delivery to avoid spilling or dropping food.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.

Promoter

Polo
Kuala Lumpur
01.2018 - 03.2018
  • Learned about competitors' products and consumers' interests to answer questions and provide more complete information.
  • Motivated team members to meet and exceed sales targets.
  • Provided product samples, coupons and informational brochures to persuade people to buy products.
  • Researched and identified new business opportunities.
  • Demonstrated and explained about clothes to customers daily to persuade customers to purchase product.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance - Accounting And Finance

International University of Malaya Wales
Kuala Lumpur
01.2020 - 01.2023

Foundation in Arts - Business Administration

International University of Malaya Wales
Kuala Lumpur
01.2019 - 01.2022

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) - Science

SMK Sentul Utama
Kuala Lumpur, 14
01.2013 - 11.2017

Skills

    Organizational Skills

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Interests

Cryptocurrency / Stocks

Outdoor activities

Sports

Politics

Timeline

Account Assistant

Ram Caroline Sha & Syah (Fka: RamRais & Partners)
01.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance - Accounting And Finance

International University of Malaya Wales
01.2020 - 01.2023

Legal Clerk

Ram Caroline Sha & Syah (Fka: RamRais & Partners)
08.2019 - 01.2022

Foundation in Arts - Business Administration

International University of Malaya Wales
01.2019 - 01.2022

Tutor

Dave's Language House
05.2018 - 07.2018

Waiter /Bartender

Buttery, Royal Lake Club
04.2018 - 05.2018

Promoter

Polo
01.2018 - 03.2018

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) - Science

SMK Sentul Utama
01.2013 - 11.2017
Prakash SelvasingamAccount Assistant