Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. Email and Phone Number
A highly motivated team player and logical thinker who is able to execute and implement plans and is a willing decision-maker. Leads by example. Willingly coaches and mentors peers and reports. Possesses over 17 years of senior managerial experience in accounting, finance, multi-location subsidiary management in a private sector context and leading a State corporation. My principal objective in life and business is to ensure decisions affecting all stakeholders are taken with their best interest in mind. "To aim is not enough you must hit"
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Assistant Professor - Finance And AccountingMount Saint Vincent UniversityHalifax Regional Municipality, Ns, Ca -
Assistant Professor - Finance And AccountingMount Saint Vincent University Jul 2021 - PresentHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada -
Assistant Professor - Finance And ManagementDalhousie University Jan 2023 - PresentHalifax, Nova ScotiaI have taught in the Rowe School of School in the CRMBA program, Advance Corporate Finance and in the Bachelors of Commerce program, Management Skills. -
Adjunct Prof, Finance And AccountingUniversity Of Guyana Sep 2019 - PresentGuyanaOver the years, I have taught:Under Graduate courses:ACT 2204 - Cost AccountingFIN 3100 - Financial ManagementFIN 3200 - Management of Financial InstitutionsFIN 4100 - Financial Market and StructuresFIN 4103 - Financial Modelling FIN 4205 - Emerging Issues in FinanceMNG 4201 - Business Policy and StrategyGraduate courses:FIN 6201 - Financial and Managerial AccountingFIN 6202 - Business and Operations Analytics -
DirectorDemerara Mutual Life Society Nov 2018 - PresentGuyanaDemerara Mutual is one of the oldest insurance companies in Guyana. It opened it's doors in 1891. As a Director on the Board, I head the Audit and Risk sub-committees.
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Chief Executive OfficerPower Producers & Distributors Inc. Jan 2017 - Oct 2020Georgetown, GuyanaPower Producers & Distributors Inc. is a Government of Guyana State Entity established to Operate and Maintain its electricity power generating facilities throughout the length and breath of Guyana. Among my main functions and achievements are:- prepared, presented and validated the technical and financial feasibility of the entity- led the strategic plan development and implementation - design the organizational structure of the entity- led the start-up activities of the entity including legal, human resources, accounting, procurement- led the negotiations of the Operations and Maintenance Contract with the National Utility- led a profitable state entity without any injection of capital from the state
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Country ManagerWartsila Operations Guyana Inc. Mar 2009 - Dec 2016Georgetown, GuyanaWartsila Operations Guyana Inc. (WOGI) is a subsidiary of Wartsila Corporation of Finland. In Guyana WOGI manages an operations and maintenance agreement for five power plants owned by the national utility. WOGI is a key strategic partner in the electricity sector as it directly manages more than 90% of the generating capacity in two of the three counties in Guyana. •Provide the strategic impetus for the subsidiary of a multinational corporation consisting of 5 locations. • Actively involved in the Contract preparation, review and negotiations with the national utility• Active involvement is the preparation and initial approver of the local subsidiary capital and operating budget• Strategic Human Resources management including, recruitment, training, succession planning, skills assessment and wellness program • Actively manage all aspects of the company’s activities including human resources, financial, planning, inventory management, purchasing, maintenance performance and risk management • Led the company through a transition period while it underwent change management and expansion• Through astute management and leadership ensured all set financial objectives were met. • Oversaw and managed a comprehensive plant refurbishment and capital equipment replacement project at the power plants.• Successfully implemented several activities of the Wärtsilä Operations Management processes – A Quality System. • Actively manage relationships with all stakeholders including, the customer, employees and government agencies. -
Accounting ManagerWartsila Operations Guyana Inc. Mar 1998 - Mar 2009• Preformed timely, all statutory and management financial reporting including monthly, quarterly and year end close in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and local GAAP • Prepared and submitted for approval the yearly capital and operations budgets and quarterly financial forecasts.• Conducted in depth financial analyst of the company’s past and expected performance.• Managed a team of five direct reports.• Processed and maintained the financials records using Peachtree Accounting software • Liaised with the external auditors so as to ensure timely completion of statutory audits• Proposed and implemented cost reduction plans• Conducted financial training for both financial and non-financial staff members. • Advised management regarding accounting reporting standards, findings and financial performance.• Investigated in detail all costs elements that had significant variances.• Approved Bank Reconciliations, Purchase Orders and payments• Identified and successfully trained my successor -
Audit SeniorRam & Mcrae Chartered Accountant Jan 1997 - Mar 1998Georgetown, Demerara-Mahaica, Guyana• Undertook all audit work with strict adherence to International Auditing Standards• Prepared draft Audit Planning Memorandum and submitted to partner for approval• Supervised all audit field work of a team of five auditor clerks• Reviewed and updated client specific system notes and recommended changes to audit procedures where necessary.• Prepared and submitted for review and approval client’s Audit Plan, Risk Assessment and Management Letter (weaknesses noted and suggestions for improvement document)• Prepared and submitted for partner’s approval draft Audit Opinion
Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. Skills
Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. Education Details
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International Business -
Accounting, Finance And Taxation
Frequently Asked Questions about Arron M. Fraser Ph.D.
What company does Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. work for?
Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. works for Mount Saint Vincent University
What is Arron M. Fraser Ph.D.'s role at the current company?
Arron M. Fraser Ph.D.'s current role is Assistant Professor - Finance and Accounting.
What schools did Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. attend?
Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. attended Weatherhead School Of Management At Case Western Reserve University, Alliance Manchester Business School, Cpa Ontario, Acca.
What are some of Arron M. Fraser Ph.D.'s interests?
Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. has interest in Social Services, Children, Economic Empowerment, Civil Rights And Social Action, Education, Environment, Poverty Alleviation, Disaster And Humanitarian Relief, Human Rights, Health.
What skills is Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. known for?
Arron M. Fraser Ph.D. has skills like Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Management, Business Process Improvement, Business Strategy, Operations Management, Change Management, Accounting, Leadership, Finance, Written And Oral Presentation Skills, Business Process Development.
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