Kathy Chen
About Kathy Chen
Kathy Chen is a Financial Accountant at Penguin Random House in Scoresby, Victoria, Australia, with over 10 years of experience in the Australian market.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Kathy Chen currently holds the position of Financial Accountant at Penguin Random House in Scoresby, Victoria, Australia. Kathy brings her extensive experience in financial management to this role, where she is responsible for month-end reporting, bank reconciliation, general ledger journal entries, and cash flow management.
Professional Experience in Financial Accounting
Kathy Chen has accumulated over 10 years of experience in the Australian market, holding several key financial roles. She worked at Jotun Australia P/L as a Financial Accountant from 2012 to 2017 and as an Accounts Payable Coordinator from 2010 to 2012. Kathy also served as an Account Payable Officer at Ray's Outdoor in 2010 and as an Accountant Assistant at Lamcons Developments Pty Ltd from 2008 to 2010.
Educational Background in Accounting and Business
Kathy Chen pursued her higher education in Australia, earning a Master’s degree in Accounting from Monash University in 2007 after completing a Bachelor's degree in Business from Victoria University in 2006. This academic foundation has equipped her with the requisite knowledge and skills for her professional roles in financial accounting.
Skills and Technical Proficiency
Kathy Chen is proficient in a range of technical skills essential for financial accounting. She has a strong understanding of large ERP systems such as SAP and IFS. Additionally, she possesses advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including complex functionalities like Pivot tables and V-lookups. These skills enable her to manage various accounting duties efficiently.