SHARIFAH ERNIE SAFRINA
Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia
Summary
Proactive financial professional with planning and problem-solving talents. History thoroughly analysing and modelling financial data to produce relevant insights and steer financial decision-making.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Finance Manager, Finance Operations
Tune Talk Sdn Bhd
11.2024 - Current
- Led and managed Period End closing for company revenue and balance sheet items
- Collaborated with Product Owner to align new products with ledger lines
- Prepared and monitored budgets and cashflow forecasts for project activities.
- Ensured accurate and efficient account closures with financial reporting responsibilities
- Conducted reconciliations and maintained journal entries for financial accuracy
- Managed statutory audits and ensured regulatory compliance
- Coordinated with internal and external parties on financial matters
- Proposed and supported team-driven initiatives to improve operational workflows and financial processes
Assistant Vice President
MIDF Berhad
01.2021 - 11.2024
- Facilitated discussions with key stakeholders and department heads to enhance efficiency and support strategic goals
- Led and coached team members to deliver consistent results and meet performance objectives
- Delivered bank reconciliation and monthly cash flow management reports punctually
- Managed audit and tax compliance, liaising with external auditors and tax agents
- Revamped finance workflows to increase department productivity
- Performed ad-hoc duties, managing RPA processes and manual reconciliations
Assistant Manager, Treasury
AIA Public Takaful Berhad
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Directed treasury activities by handling payables, receivables, reconciliations and financial records management
- Monitored transactional processes to maintain adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards
- Addressed operational issues by liaising with departments and stakeholders, supporting company goals
- Enhanced process workflows and ensured effective implementation.
- Coached team to consistently achieve performance goals
Executive, Accounts Payable
Bumi Armada Berhad
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed financial transactions, ensuring compliance with internal policies
- Achieved 90% increase in processing efficiency through SAP and streamlined processes
Assistant Manager
Syarikat Takaful Malaysia Bhd
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Supervised financial workflows, coordinating treasury activities, banking procedures and accurate account reconciliations
- Enhanced payment accuracy and reduced vendor reclassification by 60% through process improvements
- Trained employees and managers on accounts payable systems and procedures
Executive, Accounts Payable
Kencana Palms Sdn Bhd
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Ensured timely payments with diligent management of monthly billing cycles.
- Completed weekly bank reconciliations for accurate and deadline-oriented accounting.
Associate
Prudential Shared Services Sdn Bhd
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Executed customer-requested alterations, boosting overall productivity for self and team
- Conducted training for new staff on complaint handling and product expertise
- Reviewed documents for accuracy, clarity and content to ensure consistently high standards
- Completed extra responsibilities allocated by supervisor to support operational goals
Senior Executive, Accounts Payable
Hong Leong Assurance Sdn Bhd
01.2001 - 12.2005
- Improved cash flow by strategically timing payment and invoice processing.
- Drew up and sent manual checks with approval of accounting manager.
- Resolved invoice discrepancies before deadlines, avoiding potential conflicts with vendors.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Accounting
University Utara Malaysia
Kedah, Malaysia 01.1997 - 12.1999
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Financial analysis
- Team management
- Problem solving
- Cashflow forecasting
- Project Management
- Self-motivation
- Decision making
- Treasury management
- Communication with stakeholders
Languages
English
Timeline
Senior Finance Manager, Finance Operations
Tune Talk Sdn Bhd
11.2024 - Current
Assistant Vice President
MIDF Berhad
01.2021 - 11.2024
Assistant Manager, Treasury
AIA Public Takaful Berhad
01.2015 - 01.2021
Executive, Accounts Payable
Bumi Armada Berhad
01.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant Manager
Syarikat Takaful Malaysia Bhd
01.2011 - 12.2013
Executive, Accounts Payable
Kencana Palms Sdn Bhd
01.2010 - 12.2010
Associate
Prudential Shared Services Sdn Bhd
01.2006 - 01.2009
Senior Executive, Accounts Payable
Hong Leong Assurance Sdn Bhd
01.2001 - 12.2005
Bachelor Degree - Accounting
University Utara Malaysia
01.1997 - 12.1999
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