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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Participation in setting up the following in support of the company's Purpose Built "JOY" Rental Projects initiative and manage bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting.• Developed detailed project budgets, expenditure reports, and financial forecasts, and monitored expenditures to align with financial goals and project timelines.• Assess and mitigate financial risks associated with real estate development projects, ensuring financial viability and operational integrity.• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports to stakeholders, facilitating transparency and informed decision-making for project investments.• Identify and implement process improvements within the finance function, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Managed full-cycle accounting on QuickBooks for two companies, overseeing high-profile projects with entities such as Scarborough Health Center, Metrolinx, Rogers Center, and Toronto Pearson Airport.• Ensured accurate financial tracking and compliance with regulatory standards, developed financial policies, and optimized procedures for enhanced efficiency and cost savings.• Led daily financial operations including bookkeeping, reconciliations, AP/AR management, payroll processing, and HST filings. Prepared monthly financial statements, managed budget forecasts, conducted variance analysis for senior management, and recommended solutions for strategic projects• Collaborated with department heads on annual budgets, monitored spending, and implemented cost control measures, contributing to improved financial performance and business growth. Liaised with Sr. manager, external auditors, and tax consultants for timely financial document filings and maintained strong relationships and tax research answers.

Concord, Ontario, Canada

• Managed the trust and general accounts for Joe Caprara Barrister, including posting ledger journal entries, trust and general transactions, and reconciling bank statements, with month-end and year-end closings.• Oversaw accounts payable by processing invoices related to MVA, criminal cases, and trust accounts; monitored payments and accounts receivable by following up on outstanding invoices, managing write-ups and write-downs, and maintaining cash flow.• Prepared and analyzed financial statements and expense reports for auditing, including results analysis,data interpretation, variance monitoring, trend identification, risk management, and hedge fund comparison, providing recommendations for corrective actions.• Collaborated with internal stakeholders such as senior accountants, directors, and KPMG for financial audits and reviews; designed entities, and directed the planning and execution of the firm's accounting functions to ensure accurate and timely processes, including biweekly payroll processing. Ad-hoc report as required.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy in accounting systems, reconciled statements, and handled sub-ledger activities for timely financial reporting.• Prepared monthly and year-end closings, processed payroll, handled invoice coding and review, and managed EFTs (Electronic Funds Transfers) and cheque deposits to maintain efficient financial operations.• Assisted in the preparation of financial statements, conducted analytics, and supported budgeting and forecasting initiatives.• Collaborated with financial analysts during audits and contributed to financial metrics reporting for major heritage architecture projects, aligning with the company’s vision

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Managed comprehensive full-cycle bookkeeping operations for corporate clients, including journal entries, reconciliations, discrepancy resolution, AP/AR, invoicing, payroll, month-end and year-end closings, trial balance, and financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.• Assisted in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, conducting thorough reviews of financial ratios and covenants to ensure adherence to compliance standards, thereby enhancing strategic decision-making and overall client satisfaction.• Collaborated with the finance director on corporate and personal tax filings (T1, T2, T5, T4), ensuring timely and accurate submissions.• Prepared monthly and year-end closings, including notice to readers and compilations, contributing to precise financial statements and metrics reporting while minimizing errors and ensuring compliance with CRA guidelines.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Managed day-to-day financial operations, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.• Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for senior management, providing actionable insights to support strategic decision-making, budgeting, and forecasting.• Conducted comprehensive financial analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance operational efficiency, contributing to improved financial performance.• Collaborated with internal teams to develop and implement financial policies and procedures, leading a team of finance professionals to drive productivity and achieve departmental goals.

Post Graduate Certificate, Business Administration And Management

Post Degree Certificate, Human Resource Management

Master Of Business Administration, Accounting And Finance

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Accounting And Finance