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- Managed bookkeeping duties, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.- Proficiently handled financial reporting for Notice to Reader and Review Engagements, as well as personal, corporate, and trust tax returns for diverse clients.- Conducted ongoing accounting and financial analysis with adherence to established procedures, maintaining 100% accuracy in tax returns for individuals and small businesses.- Stayed updated on evolving tax legislations and revenue provisions during COVID-19, utilizing insights to educate clients, identify deductions, and enhance satisfaction.- Acted as a key liaison with Canada Revenue Agency, simplifying tax regulations to advise clients on effective strategies, while fostering positive client relationships through proactive communication and stellar customer service.

- Efficiently prepared financial statements for Notice to Reader and Review Engagements- Prepared files for personal, corporate, and trust tax returns for a variety of client sizes, including those with US tax obligations- Completed ongoing accounting and financial analysis while following established procedures- Built positive working relationships with over 200 clients and effectively responded to requests and suggestions- Effectively communicated with team members regarding progress updates and issues on an ongoing basis

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- Supported QF3 Plan cycle for 2023-25 – analysis, reconciliation, review exhibits, and presentations to company executives - Facilitated IT/EPMO function with vendor analysis, monthly KPI reports with over 50 projects and vendors, and analyzing ratios and trends for Aviva’s expense planning process - Assembled material for Transformation portfolio, including storyboards, inflation reports, and expense templates

- Prepared over 200 tax returns for individual and small business clients, maintaining 100% accuracy while ensuring maximum client benefit as permitted by law - Researched and analyzed the changing tax legislations and revenue provisions in accordance with COVID-19 allowing me to educate clients on the new tax regulations and find potential deductions which boosted customer satisfaction- Facilitated discussions with clients and acted as a liaison with Canada Revenue Agency; simplified complex tax regulations allowing me to effectively consult clients on tax strategies and their financial future- Maintained positive relationships with dozens of clients daily; scheduled meetings, and provided excellent customer service

- Maintained and built relationships with 50+ clients daily, providing exceptional customer service through virtual meetings, which translated to a customer satisfaction rating of 95%- Developed sales opportunities by soliciting new accounts, building rapport, providing technical information, and explanations through emails and virtual meetings- Founded and operated the Riipen Toastmasters Club to improve communication and leadership skills among employees- Utilized CRM platforms such as HubSpot to manage and track 50+ clients daily, working with the sales team to identify weak points and successful sales strategies

- Led and facilitated management and leadership workshops attended by 50+ delegates, focusing on building fundamental leadership abilities through pragmatic learning strategies- Planned and executed weekly training sessions, events, and projects using result-oriented learning strategies, resulting in a 70% higher success rate among the delegates at DECA Nationals- Designed analytical and challenging case studies in Accounting, Corporate Finance, Project Management, Marketing, and Management Consulting- Mentored delegates and associates by providing constructive performance feedback to develop their communication and leadership abilities to prepare them for DECA case competitions- Utilized tools such as Excel and Monday.com to manage tasks, monitor project progress, and communicate with the team

- Worked closely with an executive team, learning how to plan and execute training events attended by up to 50 students. - Learned various case categories and presented to over 50 students on a weekly basis.- Trained students on case skills and offered effective feedback on their performance.

- Co-founded this initiative to offer students from grade 1- 12, free virtual tutoring to help bridge the gap they may be facing as they adjust to online learning in light of the pandemic.- Assembled a team of students from various universities specializing in different fields of study, so we could offer university consultations to incoming university students. - Actively maintain and develop the organization's website.

- Taught children various school material and prepared them for school exams. - Worked closely with other teachers and superiors and adapted the syllabus to meet COVID-19 guidelines. - Prepared exams and tested students on their knowledge of the material. - The role enhanced my leadership and social and emotional intelligence skills by working closely with young students in helping them achieve their goals.

- Developed vital communications skills through professional presentations to the staff at the firm. - Improved my soft skills when handling pressure and learned to consider multiple angles when handling situations. - Was punctual and independent when assigned tasks and completed them in a professional manner frequently providing more depth than required.