Alanna French

Facilitated the full-cycle accounting for an assigned property portfolio of 6 shopping centres plus internal corporate accounts. Business partnering with on-site teams, leasing executives, owners, and external auditors, ensuring that business requirements and strict deadlines were met. Proactively mentored and supported junior accounting staff. Prepared outgoings budgets and audited actuals for al

Ensured timely delivery of monthly management reports, with appropriate and consistent explanation of significant variations from budget and latest re-forecast. Developed financial forecasting/analysis tools for management and trend reporting. Enhanced the management reporting process by automating the P&L. Built fortnightly KPI reporting pack for management and stakeholder requirements.

Managed monthly closing process and generated detailed financial reports. Tracked fixed assets, reconciled bank accounts, and managed accounts payable. Developed and maintained accounting systems and procedures to enhance efficiency. Conducted regular audits of financial records to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions, enhancing financial control and risk management.

Developed an EOM reporting tool, reducing processing time by 87%. Monthly analysis of P&L’s and Management Reports. Coordinated with the Corporate, Retail, and Events teams to execute major events. Procurement of IT software for Inventory management and Point of sale. Worked closely with senior management teams, to present reports, forecast future requirements, and offer recommendations for more e

Collaborated with a sense of urgency to effectively assist the Financial Controller. Developed comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for cryptocurrency, grant distributions, and general financial processes, ensuring clarity and understanding. Engaged with the outsourced accounting team to ensure accurate closing of books while identifying any irregularities or areas of unusual activit

Conducted audits on a diverse portfolio of clients, supporting them to accurately report information that investors and stakeholders rely on. Performed governance, risk management evaluations, and identified growth opportunities.

Managed the global supply chain solution for the Australasian division, this required extensive experience in SAP functionality. Highly analytical and demanded an in-depth knowledge of the Mercedes-Benz product portfolio, including the extensive suite of options and plausibility rules. Experience working with customers in multiple time zones in a 24-hour environment.