McDonald IndustriesFinancial Controller
Jan. 2000 - Dec. 2007Sydney, AustraliaFor 7 1/2 years, I was the Financial Controller for a group of private companies in the property development and real estate industry. During this time, I gained extensive experience in how to run a business, and the pitfalls, stresses and issues that business owners face. From dealing with the accounts, paying bills, reconciling bank accounts, to dealing with contracts, bankers, solicitors, insurance renewals and a myriad of other administration tasks, I did it all. The experience gained during this period provided me with inside knowledge and understanding of what it is really like to run a business and how accounting firms can provide appropriate support and advice to help the owners.