Perform full cycle accounting for multiple Clients' Trust Funds whose activities consist primarily of employer contributions, medical/dental insurance claims, insurance premiums, and pension payments for union member benefits. Reconcile trust fund and corporate bank accounts to general ledger cash accounts on monthly basis Maintain cash positions for various welfare trust fund accounts to ensure sufficient cash balances for monthly expenses and arrange investment purchases/redemptions for cash surplus/deficiencies Accurate calculation of accrued interest and future values of a variety of investment products such as bonds, equities, and GICs Prepare journal entries based on pension fund activity from custodial statements as well as welfare (benefit) fund activity Record, and post recurring journal entries to update general ledgers using Sage ACCPAC accounting software Complete GL account reconciliations to balance sheet and income statement line items Prepare financial statements and schedules based on trust fund and company performance on a monthly basis Prepare financial reporting materials for board of trustee meetings as required Maintain effective communication with internal staff, and external bank representatives and investment managers for exchange of required information as needed Prepare necessary year-end materials for auditors to finalize fund year-end financial statements Participate in special projects and ad-hoc requests as required Provide back-up to accounts payable staff; train and supervise incoming staff and student helpIn addition, continue carrying out Accounting Assistant responsibilities for the Corporate Accountant:

Corporate accounting duties: Accrue invoices and record cash postings to recognize revenue and receivables Record various expenses to process check requisitions for BPA subsidiaries Ensure HST amounts collected and paid are recorded accurately in general ledger for preparation of quarterly HST returns Reconcile payroll register bi-monthly and record payroll entries to the general ledger Complete bank reconciliations and record bank transactions for all BPA financial groups Analyze general ledger balances on a monthly basis and investigate any discrepancies Review and record auditors' adjusting journal entries upon completion of company audit Monitor intercompany transactions to ensure correct balances are maintained Assist corporate accountant with all year-end duties pertaining to recording, reconciling, and analyzing all BPA's financial groups to prepare for yearly audit

 Dealt mainly with third-party insurance payments to the Katz Group family of pharmacies across Canada (Rexall/Pharma Plus) Responsible for the verification and correction of invoice payment entries using JD Edwards Conducted in-depth investigations for large variances to ensure full collection of cash receipts Maintained regular communication with pharmacies across Canada to ensure proper procedures are being followed to avoid audit deductions from insurance companies Prepared monthly A/R reports of top and bottom 40 stores to be sent to regional directors

 Provide valuable guest service by handling guest orders and department sales Enforce all liquor laws and promote a safe and enjoyable environment Consistently maintain high sales for food and beverage department Ensure a balanced till by maintaining control of cash, debit, and credit transactions Prepare for group functions and cater for community, corporate, and tourist events of up to 1000 people Site trainer for incoming department staff (5-6 new staff each season)

 Operated cash register and ensured a balanced till through careful transaction management Provided effective customer service and assistance in helping students locate course books and materials Organized and stocked shelves with proper textbooks and merchandise Assembled course kits for registered students in specific programs (nursing, drafting, etc.)

 Worked collaboratively with a team consisting of 25 other staff at the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (Client’s office) Prepared 600+ basic to complex tax returns (personal, trust, and terminal tax returns)  Proficient use of Taxprep tax software, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Outlook Maintained continuous contact with several Client Representatives for the exchange of necessary information to complete client returns