Ares Nguyen

Detail-oriented and tech-savvy financial accountant with over 10 years’ experience in both Australian public practice and small business operations. Taking pride in delivering accurate, timely accounting support and tax solutions in an efficient and system-oriented approach. Focusing on proactive client communication, organized workflows, and continuous efficiency improvements using cloud-based tools and technologies to solve businesses’ problems.

Proven track record preparing and reviewing individual tax returns, across a broad range of scenarios, including rental property income, capital gains events, work-related deductions, personal services income, and foreign income. Experienced working with individuals, SMEs, and SMSFs. Strong understanding of Australian tax compliance requirements, including ATO and TPB standards.

Experienced in client communication, documentation review, and ensuring accuracy in financial data.

CORE SKILL COMPETENCIES

● Income Tax Return technical knowledge for different entities (Including Trusts, SMSF, Companies)

○ Assessable Income & Deductible Expenses

○ Residency Rules

○ Rental Property Income & Expenses

○ Personal Services Income Rules and Business Incomes & Expenses

○ Capital Gains Tax Events

○ Other Tax Matters (Div7A, Business Restructure, Group Tax etc.)

●Full cycle bookkeeping and bank reconciliations

●Preparation of BAS/IAS, PAYG Variation and statutory compliance & lodgement

●End-to-end financial accounting and month-end processes across multiple entities

●Preparation of Payroll, STP and superannuation management

●Cloud-based accounting tools (Xero, MYOB, Quickbook, BGL, Dext, Hubdoc, etc.)

●Preparation of Income tax returns for Individuals, Sole Traders, Partnerships, Companies, and Trusts

●Preparation of other tax compliance (Div7A, FBT, PAYG Variation, Distribution Minutes, etc.)

●Delivered advisory support including business structuring & entity group tax planning

●Maintaining accurate client records and supporting documentation for audits and reviews

●Interpretation of ATO guidelines and accounting standards to ensure compliance

●Communicated directly with clients to gather information and resolve queries

●Working under strict deadlines during peak tax periods with high attention to detail

●Onboarding, training junior accountant and reviewing jobs.

Financial Accountant at Double 88 Pty Ltd (Aug 2020 - Mar 2026)

• Financial accounting and ATO compliance role with responsibilities for bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial reporting.
• Preparation of BAS, IAS, PAYG Variation, and other ATO compliance obligations
• Managed full-cycle bookkeeping: AP/AR, payroll, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
• Prepared monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports with supporting schedules
• Built structured digital documentation workflows to maintain compliance-ready records

Tax Accountant at Lorkin Delpero Harris Pty Ltd (Jul 2019 - Jun 2020)

●Delivered comprehensive bookkeeping and administrative support for a diverse range of business clients

●Prepared and lodged BAS, IAS, TPAR and related compliance requirements on schedule

●Prepared and reviewed individual tax returns, including rental schedules, CGT, and PSI assessments

●Prepared income tax returns and financials for sole traders, partnerships, companies, and trusts

●Prepared SMSF annual returns and financial statements using BGL 360

●Interpreted ATO guidelines to ensure technical accuracy across all lodgments

●Maintained accurate client files and documentation in preparation for ATO reviews

●Communicated directly with clients to gather information and resolve queries within agreed timeframes

●Onboarded and mentored junior accountants, improving team output during tax season

●Delivered advisory support across:

○ Business structuring & tax planning

○ Capital raising and finance proposals

○ Superannuation and compliance matters

○ Assisted clients with estate, succession, and business transition planning

Tax Accountant at Kris Chandra & Associates (Jun 2016 - Jun 2019)

• High-volume tax preparation and compliance role in a public practice environment.
• High-volume individual and entity ITR preparation during peak tax seasons
• Prepared BAS/IAS, FBT returns, TPAR, and annual tax compliance for business clients
• Conducted bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations
• Onboarded and mentored junior accountants, improving team output during tax season

Tax Accountant at Taxation House (May 2015 - Apr 2016)

• Volume-driven tax preparation role in public practice environment.
• Prepared individual and small business income tax returns in a volume-driven public practice environment
• Assisted with BAS preparation, ATO correspondence, and document management

Bachelor of Accountancy in Accounting (Minor: Business Advisory Services) – RMIT University (Graduated with Distinction GPA 3.2/4)