Adele Walsh Email & Phone Number

Burlington, On, Ca

Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Burlington, Ontario, Canada

In my role as a Sales & Accounting Coordinator, I worked directly with the Sales Manager & Controller of the company.My responsibilities included accurately processing sales orders in a timely manner and tracking them from initiation to delivery, resolving any issues that arose to ensure smooth operations.To support sales strategies, I compiled and analyzed sales data, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement. I prepared and distributed regular sales reports to management. On the accounting side, I maintained accurate records of all financial transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, and payments, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and company policies. I managed accounts receivable by invoicing customers and following up on outstanding payments, as well as handling accounts payable to ensure timely payment of vendor invoices. I assisted in monthly, and annual financial statements and reports. Regular bank and account reconciliations were part of my duties to ensure the accuracy of financial data, and I promptly resolved any discrepancies in financial records.I supported internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies. Monitoring and reporting on company expenditures, I implemented cost-saving initiatives and identified opportunities for financial efficiency, effectively bridging the gap between the sales and finance departments to ensure seamless operations and accurate financial tracking.

Burlington, Ontario

Responsible for all General Ledger journal entry posting and reconciliations. Including monthly financial statements and monthly reporting to the US Parent company. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable full administration supervised clerksReviewed, approved, and released all cheque, EFT, international wire, and inter-company netting. Monitored and reconciled all bank accounts, prepared bank deposits, and supervised all bank activity. Processing transactions when needed.Ensured the correct exchange was applied to internal systems and used during all transactions.Responsible for all collection calls and credit approval of customer accounts. Increased current collections from 75% to 93%.Prepared all tax payments including GST, QST, PST, and corporate Tax installments.Reviewed and audited all expense reports, and ensured RITC credits were applied. Mirrored the accounting clerk and took over all responsibilities while a replacement was found after a retirement.Responsible for payroll, benefit, and pension administration, including WSIB, CSST, WCB insurance remittances. Responsible for the fixed assets program and all depreciation entries.Complied with all corporate SIP, ensuring all policies and procedures were followed in preparation for internal and external audits.Worked directly under the VP of Finance and continuously strived for improvements and efficiency.

Cambridge, Ontario

Financial & Payroll Administrator (June 2005 – February 2013)• Responsible for the administration of monthly financial statements, payroll administration, benefit administration for 3 subsidiaries, this included accounts payable, accounts receivable and all cash management. • Implemented detailed budgeting and costing systems for greater efficiencies and cost saving analysis. • Strived for continued business partnerships in controlling inventory and commodities resulting in increased profits. • Management of cash flow and analysis of budget variances to ensure efficient productivity and continued cost & waste reductions. • Facilitating improved contract terms and conditions.• Valued for communicating objectives and involving key personnel in the value chain to clearly understand abilities, capacities, and customer needs in all decisions.• Responsible for quarterly Board reporting, yearly financial external audit compliances and all government remittances. • Reduced outstanding receivable collections by 40%; negotiated extended payable terms, resulting in improved cash flow and allowing for necessary capital requirements. Executive Administrator to the President (September 2003-February 2013)• Administrator for the President and Executive Officers in the development of a corporate office for a privately run international holding company of manufacturing facilities. • Formed systems and procedures for the implementation of the organization’s key objectives of overseeing the financial management of its subsidiary companies, developing cost saving strategies, forming joint ventures with business partners to manage resources, and implementing policies for human resource & benefit management. • Responsible for the organization of quarterly Board of Directors meeting for all subsidiaries and implemented a consistent reporting format. Implemented accounting, payroll and benefits software for many Canadian subsidiaries.

Front Desk Administration• Monitoring of meeting, minutes and administrative support to the Comptroller and the President.• Responsibilities of customer service involving estimates and service calls, expanding on existing data collection systems, developed outstanding office administrative skills.

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