Alena Uruvakasiga
Nakasi
Summary
Dynamic and organised professional with a strong foundation in communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Adept at public speaking and maintaining composure under pressure. Committed to leveraging these skills to contribute effectively in a collaborative environment while pursuing opportunities for professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Tax Consultant
Ernst & Young
Suva
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Preparation of Company Quarterly and Annually VAT and Income Tax Returns.
- Reviewing of Company Quarterly and Annually VAT and Income Tax Returns.
- Preparation of annual individual, trust, estate and partnership tax returns in accordance with Fiji Income Tax.
- Providing of tax advice and other taxation compliance services.
- Providing services such as company registrations and officeholders updates with the regulatory bodies such as Registrar of Companies, The Fiji Revenue Customs & Services, and Reserve Bank of Fiji.
- Providing services and advices pertaining to the various work permits with Immigration Fiji.
- Assistance with the Preparation of the Financial Statements.
- Training and reviewing the work of less experienced audit team members on various engagements
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
- Lead engagements in an organized and timely manner in order to meet strict deadlines.
- Training and reviewing the work of junior team members on various engagements.
- Updating Reserve Bank of Fiji on the issue of shares.
- Tax clearance with Reserve Bank of Fiji.
Vocational Employment (VE) - Tax
Ernst & Young
Suva
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted with Administrations work
- Calculation of Company VAT and Annual Income Tax returns
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
Sales Assistance and Cashier (Holiday Job)
Surplus Only
Suva
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted in setting up the stocks for the store and balanced out the sales revenue.
- Processed payments swiftly for improved customer experience.
- Used Point of Sale system efficiently, speeding up transactions.
- Handled high volumes of transactions during holiday seasons efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with store management for daily operations success.
- Kept up-to-date with store promotions to provide accurate information to customers.
- Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
Peer Educator (Voluntary)
Reproductive Family Health Association of Fiji (RFHAF)
Labasa
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Assisted in fostering a positive environment by presenting peer topics through awareness programs, conducting outreach, distributing health education materials, and attending regular meetings.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices amongst peers by conducting engaging educational sessions.
- Travelled to different schools promoting the benefits of peer-led education initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce Double Major in Accounting & Finance - Accounting and Finance
Suva03.2023
Secondary School -
Labasa College
Labasa2018
Primary School -
Vunika Primary School
Labasa12.2014
Tertiary School - Double Major in Accounting & Finance
The University of The South Pacific
Suva 01.2020 - 01.2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Accounting- Ongoing - Forensic Accounting
SuvaSkills
- Good Communication Skills
- Excellent Organisation Skills
- Excellent Interactive and People Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Public speaking
- Calm under pressure
Certification
- Degree Certificate, Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance
- Fiji Institute of Accountants, Associate Provisional Member
- Postgraduate Diploma, PGD in Forensic Accounting
Accomplishments
- Participated and won 2nd place in the High School Dance Competition, 2015
- Took part in the Duavata Northern Crime Prevention Carnival (DNCPC), 2015
- Won Miss Teen Personality for the DNCPC, 2015
- Crowned Miss Teen Duavata Northern Crime Prevention Carnival, 2015
- Model for the World AIDs Day Awareness, 2015
- Attended a 5-day workshop for the Reproductive Family Health Association of Fiji (RFHAF), 2017
- Attended a one-week camp and awareness program for the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), 2017
Languages
English
Fijian
Hindi
Affiliations
- Reading
- Travelling & listening to music
- Sightseeing
- Surfing the net
Client Portfolios managed as a Tax Consultant
- Hillview Pte Limited t/a Outrigger Resort - Hotel
- Vuvale Restaurants (Fiji) Limited - Restaurant
- Foods Pacific Pte Limited - Manufacturing
- Fiji Ports Terminal Pte Limited - Transshipment
- SPX Group entities - Financial and Insurance Activities
- Refrigeration Electrical Services Limited - Electricity, Gas, Steam and Air Conditioning Supply
- Pacific Fishing Company Pe Ltd (PAFCO)- Manufacture of Food Products
- Yatu Lau Company Pte Limited - Administrative and Support Service Activities
- CBS Power Solutions & Subsidiaries - Specialized Construction Activities
- Fiji Sugar Corporation Limited - Processing of Food Products
- South Sea Towage Pte Limited - Vessel Transportation
- Douglas Pharmaceuticals (Fiji) Limited - Manufacture of Basic Pharmaceutical Products and Pharmaceutical Preparations
- Nakelo Pte Limited t/a Treasure Island Resort - Hotel
- Westpac Banking Corporations - Financial Institution
- Shreedhar Motors Pte Limited - Wholesale and Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles
Timeline
Senior Tax Consultant
Ernst & Young
04.2023 - 07.2025
Vocational Employment (VE) - Tax
Ernst & Young
11.2022 - 03.2023
Tertiary School - Double Major in Accounting & Finance
The University of The South Pacific
01.2020 - 01.2023
Sales Assistance and Cashier (Holiday Job)
Surplus Only
12.2019 - 02.2020
Peer Educator (Voluntary)
Reproductive Family Health Association of Fiji (RFHAF)
01.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Commerce Double Major in Accounting & Finance - Accounting and Finance
Secondary School -
Labasa College
Primary School -
Vunika Primary School