Rick Frkovic

Experience

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  Holmes Keenan & Turnell Accountants

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2006

  Accountant
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  Beelgara Estate Wines Australia

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Management Accountant
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  Barons Brewing Co

  Jan 2008 - May 2009

  Management Accountant
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  Atlantic Pacific Foods

  May 2009 - Jan 2010

  Finance Manager
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  Lawler Partners

  Jan 2010 - May 2011

  Intermediate Accountant
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  Bimbadgen

  May 2011 - Jan 2013

  Commercial Manager

  • Reported directly to the General Manager, overseeing key financial and operational functions with the organisation.• Lead a team of two, including an Accounts / Sales Officer and Stock Controller, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and effective performance.• Manage sales pricing strategies, gross margins, and Cost of goods, optimising financial outcomes and supporting profitability.• Partner with department managers to drive financial performance, enabling them to meet and exceed their objectives.• Prepare the annual budget and reforecasts, providing leadership in financial planning and resource allocation.• Manage cash flow forecasting, ensuring sufficient liquidity to support operational needs and growth initiatives.• Oversee stock levels and costings, ensuring accurate inventory management and cost control.• Implement, review, and enhance business processes to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement. Show less

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  Dyson

  Feb 2013 - Apr 2015

  • Reported directly to the Financial Controller, overseeing key financial operations in a dynamic business environment.• Manage finance functions, including Management & Reporting Analysis, Accounts Payable, and Payroll, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all areas.• Lead the preparation and delivery of monthly management reporting and reforecasts, providing timely insights to support decision-making.• Delivered in-depth financial analysis to the Executive team, as well as sales and marketing departments, to guide strategy and financial performance• Oversaw the company's tax obligations, including PAYG tax, FBT, GST, and payroll tax, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.• Project managed the annual budget process, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring alignment with corporate goals and financial objectives. Show less • Reported directly to the Financial Controller, leading key financial functions across the organisation.• Managed the Accounts Payable function and a team of Management Accountants, ensuring operational efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.• Led a finance team of three staff, providing mentorship and driving performance to deliver timely and reliable financial information.• Oversee the preparation and delivery of monthly management reporting and reforecasts, offering strategic insights to guide decision-making.• Partnered closely with internal stakeholders to analyse and optimise cost centre P&L's, supporting departmental goals and enhancing financial performance.• Provide in-depth financial analysis to the Executive team, as well as sales and marketing, to inform business strategy and drive profitability. Show less

  • Finance Manager

    Apr 2014 - Apr 2015

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis Manager

    Feb 2013 - Apr 2014
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  Southern Cross University

  Apr 2015 - now

  Manager, Financial Operations

  • Report directly to the Vice President (Finance) in overseeing the University's financial operations and compliance, including management of accounts receivable, accounts payable, expenses, and payroll.• Lead a Shared Services finance team of 12 Finance and Payroll Officers across multiple campuses, providing direction and fostering collaboration to deliver efficient financial services to the University.• Provide expert financial guidance and strategic insights to University stakeholders, including work units and the Executive team, helping to drive informed decision-making across the organisation.• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of financial services systems, including managing system upgrade releases, and enhancements.• Act as a key stakeholder in major University projects, ensuring alignment with financial goals and strategic priorities.• Manage internal controls across all financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.• Lead business process improvements, driving operational efficiency and enhancing inter-depertmental relationships within the University.• Employer Representative Member of Unisuper Consultative Committee Show less