Introduction
We are excited to announce that Merina Shakya has joined our Australian client as a General Office Manager, bringing over a decade of expertise in finance, administration, and cross-company operations. With her Chartered Accountancy background and extensive leadership experience, Merina was the perfect fit for this high-responsibility remote role.
Full Story
Our Australian client—a fast-growing group operating in real estate technology and hospitality—required a General Office Manager capable of managing:
- Multientity financial reporting
- Payroll, HR, and compliance
- Accounts reconciliation and vendor management
- Operational workflows across multiple time zones
- Administrative systems and company-wide standardization
The role demanded someone with strong financial acumen, deep understanding of Nepalese accounting standards, excellent decision-making skills, and the ability to operate autonomously in a remote, fast-paced environment.
Why Merina Was the Ideal Match
Merina brought over 10 years of senior financial and operational leadership, including CFO-level roles at:
- Nepal Payment Solution Ltd
- We Pay Pvt. Ltd
- Nepal Fertility Care Centre
Her experience includes:
- Managing consolidated budgets, projections, and monthly/annual reporting
- Leading finance teams, HR processes, and payroll across multiple entities
- Conducting statutory audits, donor reporting, tax compliance, and variance analysis
- Overseeing procurement, logistics, facility management, and operations
- Designing and implementing financial policies and operational frameworks
- Working with auditors, regulators, executives, board members, and cross-functional teams
Merina also carries strong exposure in consultancy from her time at GreenTick Nepal and K.B. Chitracar & Co., where she worked on audits for national and international organizations including:
- FHI 360
- Mercy Corps
- NEWAH
- Nepal Rastra Bank
- Lumbini General Insurance
- Stromme Foundation
- DFID-funded projects
Her Chartered Accountancy training, advanced Excel skills, knowledge of IFRS, and experience with financial systems made her uniquely capable of handling the client’s complex operational needs.
What Stood Out During Evaluation
The client was impressed by:
- Her ability to manage finance and operations for multiple high-growth companies simultaneously
- Her leadership experience at CFO and Finance Manager levels
- Her strong understanding of both Nepalese regulations and corporate governance
- Her communication clarity, decisiveness, and structured work approach
- Her commitment to long-term roles and building sustainable financial systems
Merina’s strategic mindset, thorough professionalism, and deep financial expertise made her the top choice for this high-impact role.
Candidate Highlight
Name:
Merina Shakya
Role:
General Office Manager
Core Strengths:
- Chartered Accountancy (CAP-I, II, III completed)
- 10+ years’ experience in finance, HR, and administration
- CFO-level leadership across fintech and healthcare sectors
- Financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis
- Payroll administration & compliance under Nepal Labor Act
- Accounts reconciliation, AP/AR, and multi-entity management
- Operational process improvement and policy implementation
- Excellent communication and team leadership
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
About the Company
The hiring company is a rapidly expanding Australian SaaS and hospitality-tech group, managing multiple ventures in the property management sector. With a globally distributed team, they needed a highly dependable General Office Manager who could:
- Standardize operations across entities
- Drive finance, HR, and admin excellence
- Optimize workflows and reporting structures
- Support executive leadership with timely insights
Their fast-paced, remote operations required someone who could work independently, manage diverse responsibilities, and maintain absolute accuracy—qualities Merina embodies.
TalentSathi’s Role in the Placement
TalentSathi ensured a smooth recruitment process by:
- Identifying candidates with CFO/Finance Manager experience
- Screening for financial expertise, operational leadership, and compliance knowledge
- Evaluating communication skills and remote-work readiness
- Facilitating interviews and aligning expectations
- Providing a seamless coordination experience between both parties
Our commitment to connecting top Nepali talent with premium global opportunities made this a successful and impactful placement.
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