Nitika Bhala

Experience

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  David Jones

  May 2009 - Jul 2011

  Stock-Sales Analyst
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  DHL Express

  Aug 2011 - Jul 2012

  Assistant Management Accountant
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  YWCA NSW

  Aug 2012 - Jul 2017

  • Program Accountant

    Aug 2015 - Jul 2017

  • Hotel Accountant

    Aug 2012 - Jul 2015
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  YWCA Australia

  Jun 2018 - now

  -As a results-oriented Senior Finance Manager, I excel in leading national finance and payroll team for all entities within YWCA. With a focus on leveraging a robust financial position, I am committed to supporting and enhancing the organisation's core business operations. My collaborative approach with the CFO enables me to develop both short and long-term strategic financial objectives, ensuring a secure foundation while driving the realisation of YWCA's vision.-Lead financial planning and analysis efforts, providing key insights and recommendations to C-suite executives to support informed decision-making.-Oversee the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.-Spearhead cost optimisation initiatives, resulting in significant savings without compromising operational efficiency.-Collaborate cross-functionally with departments to identify opportunities for revenue growth- Lead and manage external Audit process including preparation of year end statutory financial statement pack Show less

  • Senior Finance Manager

    Jul 2023 - now

  • National Finance Manager

    Sept 2020 - Jul 2023

  • National Business Partner - Finance & Reporting

    Sept 2019 - Aug 2020

  • Finance Business Partner

    Jun 2018 - Aug 2019
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  Seniors Rights Service

  Nov 2023 - now

  • Member of Finance, Audit & Risk Committee

    Feb 2024 - now

  • Board Member

    Nov 2023 - now