Professional Summary

Detail-oriented accounting and audit professional transitioning into AWS Cloud, with 2+ years of experience in audit, taxation, compliance review, and financial controls. Strong foundation in governance, risk assessment, and process accuracy, now applied to Cloud Governance, FinOps, and security-focused operations. Completed AWS re/Start and Python Bootcamp, and currently in progress with DevOps Bootcamp (May 2026 - Aug 2026), with hands-on AWS labs across compute, storage, networking, and DNS. Targeting AWS certification by June 2026.

Projects

AWS Cloud Foundations Lab - AWS re/Start (Completed)

May 2026

Deployed and configured EC2 and S3 resources for basic cloud workloads and storage management.
Practiced account/resource setup with a governance mindset, including organized resource usage and documentation.
Applied structured documentation and repeatable build steps during labs to improve consistency and troubleshooting.

Networking and Access Configuration Lab - DevOps Bootcamp (In Progress)

May 2026 - Aug 2026

Configured VPC and subnets to understand network segmentation and workload placement.
Worked with DNS concepts for service accessibility and environment connectivity.
Used Linux CLI for operational tasks and environment interaction during lab execution.

Python Automation Exercises - Python Bootcamp (Completed)

Mar 2026

Built basic Python scripts for data handling and workflow support relevant to operations and reporting.
Applied structured, audit-style thinking to validate outputs and reduce manual error risk.
https://github.com/erzaaz/CloudSpend-Guardian

Experience

Freelance Accountant & Sales Representative - Klang Valley Area

Dec 2018 - Dec 2025

Deliver accounting and client-facing support in a results-oriented, independent work environment.
Apply financial tracking and reporting discipline to support decisions and client outcomes.
Manage multiple priorities with ownership, adaptability, and clear communication.

Audit Associate - UHY Chartered Accountants, Mid Valley City

Aug 2018 - Nov 2018

Prepared audit working papers using CCH Engagement software for end-to-end audit cycles.
Prepared and finalized audit reports for property development and manufacturing clients.
Strengthened governance practices through recurring audit engagement seminars.

Audit Associate - Adam & Co., Bandar Baru Bangi

May 2018 - Aug 2018

Prepared audit working papers using structured Excel templates.
Prepared and finalized audit reports for government, manufacturing, and trading entities.
Liaised with clients to resolve audit evidence and engagement requirements.

Audit Associate - Muhibbin Associates Sdn. Bhd., Shah Alam

Mar 2016 - May 2018

Prepared audit working papers manually and via AXP Audit Express; finalized audit reports.
Co-reviewed audit papers and tax computations to ensure statutory compliance.
Prepared full sets of SME accounts including GST via UBS software.
Prepared tax computations manually and using Superior TaxComp.
Supervised practical trainees and monitored quality of deliverables.

Practical Trainee - Wan Nadzir & Co., Shah Alam

Aug 2013 - Mar 2014

Prepared detailed reports on audit findings using structured templates.
Reviewed financial data across assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, and expenses.
Supported standards checks against Companies Act and MASB requirements.

Research Assistant - Accounting Research Institute, UiTM Shah Alam

Nov 2011 - Jul 2012

Performed account computations and project data preparation.
Ran descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses using software tools.
Supported reporting, manuscript, and presentation preparation.

Skills

Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS EC2, S3, VPC, Subnets, DNS
DevOps & Platform: Git, GitHub, Linux (CLI)
Programming: Python (Bootcamp level)
Governance & Compliance: Audit documentation, statutory review, control checks, risk-based analysis
FinOps Mindset: Cost control, variance analysis, budget awareness, resource accountability
Security Mindset: Access discipline, policy adherence, evidence tracking
Business Tools: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SPSS, UBS, MYOB, Superior TaxComp, AXP Audit Express, CCH Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, UiTM Shah Alam (2011 - 2014)

Diploma in Accountancy, UiTM Puncak Perdana (2009 - 2011)

MARA Junior Science College Pontian, Johor (2005 - 2009), SPM: 10A's, PMR: 8A's

Certification Target

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02): Target exam by June 2026

Training status: AWS re/Start (Completed), Python Bootcamp (Completed), DevOps Bootcamp (In Progress).