Team Member Ready for Placement

Dane is a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting with a strong foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical application. She enjoys reading books and watching series, which reflects her focus and attention to detail. Her accounting background is strengthened by hands-on internship experience where she worked on bookkeeping, auditing, and financial statement preparation, as well as exposure to accounting software used in real business settings. She is diligent, reliable, and eager to contribute her skills to delivering accurate and efficient administrative and accounting support.

Onboarding Training and Assessment
At Affordable Staff, we ensure that every team member possesses a robust understanding of administrative tasks while also having a deep appreciation and comprehension of Australian business practices and cultural nuances. This dual focus ensures they are exceptionally well-prepared to support their clients effectively. All our VAs begin with general admin training that focuses on real estate, providing them with valuable context for working with Australians and a comprehensive overview of general admin competencies. This foundational training ensures that trainees are versatile and capable of supporting a wide range of administrative tasks.

Our training program for Accounts Virtual Assistants (VAs) encompasses a comprehensive suite of topics essential for proficient financial administration. The curriculum begins with foundational bookkeeping tests and a basic accounting refresher, followed by specialised modules on an introduction to Australian accounting and taxation. Trainees delve into business activities and entity reporting within Australia, learn the basics of accounting ledgers, and get acquainted with various accounting software, including Xero and MYOB. The program includes detailed steps for setting up and using these tools, covering everything from bank feeds to payroll compliance and invoice creation. VAs gain hands-on experience by processing various tasks in Xero, ensuring practical application of their learning.

Additionally, the training addresses taxation topics, including types of taxes, regulations, and laws specific to individuals and businesses in Australia. The final segment includes a thorough assessment and certifications in Xero and MYOB, ensuring that trainees are well-prepared for real-world accounting tasks.

This comprehensive approach ensures our VAs are highly skilled in both general administrative support and specialised accounting functions, making them invaluable assets to their clients.

Affordable Staff Tools Training and Additional Tools Proficiency
Tools Training is a crucial part of our training program, ensuring our team members gain proficiency in essential software used in daily operations. Our team members are introduced to LastPass for password management, Outlook for email and calendar organisation, TechSmith for capturing and recording, Hubstaff for time tracking, Zoom and Teams for virtual communication, OneDrive for file management, and Trello for project management.

For those completing our Accounting Foundations course, we place a significant emphasis on Xero and MYOB. Accounting VAs spend considerable time honing their skills through practice and repetition using these tools, ensuring they become highly adept and efficient.

Prior to her onboarding training, Dane had already gained experience with the following tools and software:

• Advanced: Word, Excel, Teams, OneDrive
• Practical Application: PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Canva
• Basic Knowledge: Publisher, Forms

Additional Skills and Notable Experience
Dane’s professional foundation includes a two-month internship at an audit and accounting firm, where she was primarily assigned to auditing tasks such as performing bank reconciliations, reviewing transaction documents, and auditing financial statements. She also worked on bookkeeping, recording client transactions, and preparing financial statements using QuickBooks. She had brief exposure to SAP and was involved in administrative tasks like document encoding, tax filing assistance, and data entry.

Her skills extend to:

• Bookkeeping, auditing, and financial statement preparation
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and basic familiarity with SAP
• Data entry and document organisation for tax filing and reconciliations
• Drafting memorandums and assisting in formal documentation
• Creating presentations and written communications for professional and organisational purposes
• Coordinating with stakeholders and maintaining professional correspondence

Learning Ability and Work Proficiency
Dane adapts quickly to systems and workflows, demonstrating the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. She maintains high standards in her work, with strong written and verbal communication skills and active listening. Highly organised and systematic, she ensures tasks are completed accurately and on time. Her consistent performance and self-starter mindset enable her to handle responsibilities efficiently and with attention to detail.

Interpersonal Skills and Personal Characteristics
She presents herself as calm, polite, and attentive, fostering a respectful and professional work environment. She is diligent, reliable, and humble, with a steady and sincere approach to her responsibilities. Her cooperative nature and courteous demeanor make her a valuable team player, while her sharp mind and efficient work habits ensure she consistently delivers quality results.

Suitability
She is greatly suitable for any general accounts or general administrative position, as well as voice roles and basic social media tasks.

Why Dane is Suitable for the Role
Dane’s strong academic background in Management Accounting, combined with her practical experience in auditing, bookkeeping, and administrative work, makes her an excellent fit for accounting-focused administrative roles. Her adaptability, organisation, and professional communication skills equip her to handle complex tasks with efficiency and accuracy. She brings both technical proficiency and a professional demeanor, making her well-prepared to deliver high-quality support in any general accounts or administrative capacity.