Deborah Shields Email & Phone Number

Toronto, Canada Area

• Reported directly to the president; responsible for overall financial, contract, human resources and administration management for this non-profit, member-based, foreign relations council.
• Managed annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the president. Administered and reviewed all financial plans and budgets, monitored progress and changes; kept senior leadership team and finance.
• Made ongoing improvements to reporting, information flow and business processes.
• Hired and supervised office administrator and accountant.
• Participated in fundraising initiatives (largely annual gala dinner).
• Ensured ongoing compliance with all requirements for operating a registered charity.

Toronto, Canada Area

• Managed a team of five administrative staff for one of Canada’s largest forensic services firms.
• Developed systems, procedures and overall administrative support structure to ensure a high level of professional service and client satisfaction.
• Fully responsible for all accounting/bookkeeping
• Responsible for Information Technology in coordination with outsourced service providers.
• Played a key role in managing the tremendous growth the company experienced during this period.

Mississauga, Ontario

• Processed financial transactions and account reconciliations for timely preparation of monthly, interim and year-end financial statements
• Responsible for efficient and effective implementation of financial policies and procedures;
• Participated in monthly/quarterly reporting and analysis functions, as well as budget preparation;
• Awarded Tetley Worldwide’s “Making a Difference Award” on two occasions.

Toronto, Canada Area

• Administered office functions, including development of workflow systems, accounting, payroll and benefits, purchasing, premises, customer service, accounting and budget preparation;
• Responsible for Accounts Payable and vendor liaison;
• Responsible for hiring, training, motivating and monitoring the performance of administrative staff.