Chiara Widya
Summary
Forward-thinking Finance Professional with 10 years of experience, eager to contribute to new challenges and opportunities. Proven track record in reducing expenses, optimizing tax computations, streamlining financial operations, and enhancing reporting functions to support strategic decision-making for Management. Highly organized and systematic, with a deep understanding of corporate functions across startups, multilevel marketing, data centers, and construction industries. Experienced in Singapore tax computation and filing across various sectors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Controller – APAC
HWI Healy World International Pte. Ltd.
Singapore (Health And Wellness - MLM Industry)
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare financial documents and general account management.
- Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
- Conducted monthly variance analyses between actual results and budget projections to identify trends or issues requiring further investigation or action by management.
- Identified areas for operational improvement through detailed financial analysis, leading to increased profitability and reduced expenses.
- Enhanced weekly cash flow management by projecting cash expenditures and monitoring accounts receivable.
- Managed weekly payment processing.
- Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual tax filings, ensuring full compliance with Inland Revenue while minimizing tax liabilities where possible.
- Reviewed company processes and procedures to guide program implementation and optimize business transactions.
- Assist in creating and maintaining of policies and procedures
- Submission for Commission Income for our Members
Financial Manager
Space DC Pte. Ltd. (Data Centre)
Singapore
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Managed daily operations for 4 local companies in Singapore and 1 overseas company (Philippines) such as daily financial needs, bookkeeping, accounting, and reconciliation functions
- Prepared monthly cash forecasting and budgeting for Equity and Loan Drawdown request
- Assisted in intercompany charges and documentation
- Oversaw AP/AR and payroll functions
- Managed tax compliance and reporting for Singapore entities
- Handled HR duties including CPF submissions, Government paid leave applications, and IR21 and IR8A forms submission
- Liaise with external auditors ensure smooth audit process
- Managed bank account and compliance requirements such as bank account opening/ closing, KYC, FATCA updates/ requirements for Singapore, Philippines, and Japan companies.
Senior Tax Associates
Boardroom Business Solutions Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Prepared Corporate and withholding tax computations and returns
- Assisted Tax Manager in CBCR application
- Handling queries from clients or raise by Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore
- Managed day-to-day administration and billing follow-ups.
Tax Associates
C.N Tiew Associates Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Prepared Corporate, partnership, trust, individual, and withholding tax computations and returns
- Prepared written responses or tax return amendments to Inland Revenue
- Managed day-to-day administration and compliance for various tax matters.
Accountant
Sysma Construction Pte. Ltd. (Main Construction)
Singapore
06.2013 - 08.2017
- Prepare monthly Management and Cash Flows reports for budgeting, forecasting and fund allocation purposes
- Handled bookkeeping and cost allocation for business and employee expenses
- Process payments to Vendors, Suppliers and Employees and ensure payments are process according to the company policy and procedures
- Prepare accounting and bank reconciliations
- Review and Submit GST return for the company
- Response to Internal and External Auditor audit queries.
Audit Assistant, Accountant and Tax Agent
K.H.Chong & Co (Accounting Firm)
Malaysia
12.2011 - 01.2013
- Handled bookkeeping entries for clients.
- Performed auditing work in according with rigorous auditing standard and principles.
- Prepared financial report and analysis for audits
- Prepared tax return for corporate clients.
Education
Bachelor of Business, and, Commerce (accounting, Banking and Finance) -
Monash University
01.2013
Skills
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Tax Compliance
- Auditing
- Cash Flow Management
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Internal control management
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Continuous Improvement
- Time management abilities
- Professionalism
- Goal Setting
Other Qualifications
Accredited Tax Practitioner acknowledged by SIATP
Certification
Accredited Tax Practitioner acknowledged by SIATP
since May 2018
CPA Programme Associate - ASA (Aust.) - Currently pursuing
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate (B1)
Indonesian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Financial Controller – APAC
HWI Healy World International Pte. Ltd.
02.2023 - 05.2024
Financial Manager
Space DC Pte. Ltd. (Data Centre)
05.2020 - 09.2022
Senior Tax Associates
Boardroom Business Solutions Pte. Ltd.
08.2019 - 10.2019
Tax Associates
C.N Tiew Associates Pte. Ltd.
08.2017 - 07.2019
Accountant
Sysma Construction Pte. Ltd. (Main Construction)
06.2013 - 08.2017
Audit Assistant, Accountant and Tax Agent
K.H.Chong & Co (Accounting Firm)
12.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Business, and, Commerce (accounting, Banking and Finance) -
Monash University