Amanda Vella
About Amanda Vella
Amanda Vella is a Senior Financial Accountant currently acting in her role at Glencore, where she has worked since 2017. She holds a Bachelor of Accounting and a Graduate Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of South Australia, along with additional accounting qualifications from CPA Australia.
Work at Glencore
Amanda Vella has held multiple roles at Glencore, a leading global mining and commodities company. She began her tenure as a Mine Accountant in the Hunter Valley from 2017 to 2019, where she focused on financial management within the mining sector. Following this role, she transitioned to the position of Financial Accountant in Newcastle, New South Wales, from 2019 to 2020. Currently, she serves as a Senior Financial Accountant in an acting capacity, a position she has held since 2020.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Vella has a strong educational background in accounting and logistics. She earned a Bachelor of Accounting from the University of South Australia, completing her studies from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, she pursued further education in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, obtaining a Graduate Certificate from the same institution between 2012 and 2014. Amanda also studied at CPA Australia, focusing on accounting from 2011 to 2014, which has contributed to her professional expertise in financial management.
Background
Amanda Vella's educational journey began at St Peters Catholic College, where she studied from 2001 to 2006. Following her secondary education, she entered the workforce as a Junior Business Advisor at Fortunity, where she worked from 2007 to 2010. This early experience laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in accounting and finance, particularly in the mining industry.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Amanda Vella has developed a diverse range of skills in financial accounting and business advisory roles. Her experience at Fortunity as a Junior Business Advisor provided her with essential insights into business operations. At Glencore, she advanced her career by taking on increasingly responsible positions, culminating in her current role as Senior Financial Accountant - Acting. Her work in various capacities within the company highlights her adaptability and expertise in financial management.