I have the privilege of working at Erie Mutual Insurance, a 150-year-old property and casualty insurance company based in Dunnville, Ontario. Serving clients in Haldimand County, Niagara Region, and Hamilton, my role involved actively contributing to our mission of providing cost-effective, personalized insurance solutions. Working within a dedicated team, I consistently surpassed client expectations and ensured the delivery of exceptional value. My experience at Erie Mutual deepened my… Show more I have the privilege of working at Erie Mutual Insurance, a 150-year-old property and casualty insurance company based in Dunnville, Ontario. Serving clients in Haldimand County, Niagara Region, and Hamilton, my role involved actively contributing to our mission of providing cost-effective, personalized insurance solutions. Working within a dedicated team, I consistently surpassed client expectations and ensured the delivery of exceptional value. My experience at Erie Mutual deepened my industry understanding and honed my ability to provide innovative solutions, contributing to the company's ongoing success. Financial Controller and Chief Technology Officer (CTO)• Preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly management and financial reports.• Monthly accounts closing and preparation of financial statements.• Financial planning, Preparing Master budgets, Cash flow forecasts & Cash budgets• Preparing variance analysis reports.• Reconciling and maintaining balance sheet accounts & ledgers including FA register.• Intercompany reconciliation, Intragroup reporting and accounts mapping.• Prepare analysis reports and reconciliation of accounts as required.• Legal and operational risk analysis including liabilities, operations, and investments risk.• Supervising, collaborating, assisting accounts and finance team.• Assessing new projects and opportunities through financial analysis and organization’s metrics.• Compliance with local regulations including annual reporting & filings.• Liaising with the auditors and external stakeholders including AR & AP management.• Lead financial control and technology initiatives for Erie Mutual Insurance.• Oversee the secure and efficient operation of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and cloud services.• Lead and guide software development teams in creating and maintaining bespoke solutions tailored to Erie Mutual's requirements. This includes RPA processes with UIPATH and Microsoft Power Automate. Show less

As an Assurance Manager, I was responsible for:• Reviewing, reconciling, and finalizing clients' periodical accounts, financial statements, individual ledgers, schedules, inventory costing, and MIS reporting• Analysis & reporting on key drivers, financial and operational performances based on the metrics and strategies of the clients• Preparing Budgets for clients including Master and Departmental budgets. Reviewing and analyzing these budgets’ variances through the Flex budget and… Show more As an Assurance Manager, I was responsible for:• Reviewing, reconciling, and finalizing clients' periodical accounts, financial statements, individual ledgers, schedules, inventory costing, and MIS reporting• Analysis & reporting on key drivers, financial and operational performances based on the metrics and strategies of the clients• Preparing Budgets for clients including Master and Departmental budgets. Reviewing and analyzing these budgets’ variances through the Flex budget and preparing variances reports• Preparing specialized reports including business valuation, financial analysis & liquidity reports• Identifying management control weaknesses and providing value-added suggestions & systems• Working on group’s internal controls for ISO Certification and preparing SOPs for accounts, finance, and other related departments.• Risk-based auditing for companies and reporting on internal control weaknesses• Preparation of audit programs, testing of controls, and analysis of financial statements• Assisting other departments in various projects including incorporations, VAT & compliance filing (AML & ESR), ERP setup, internal controls weaknesses analysis & reporting, inventory management and counting, legal compliance, communication with external stakeholders, liquidation filing, and reports drafting• Handling Audit assignments including financial and operational audits in various companies• Managing quality assurance programs including on-site evaluations, internal audits, and surveys• Timely preparation of deliverables, communication with BOD, external communication & filings.Accomplishments• Managed more than 500 clients• Managing 7 to 10 team members actively• Preparing a vast number of technical simulations, templates & workflows• Participating in all types of assurance projects including Audit, Performance Audit & Assurance Services, FA, MA, FM, and Legal Compliance• Understanding diversified industries• Experiencing more than 20 ERPs Show less

As a freelancer I worked at Freelancer.com from 10th September 2017 till 31st January 2018.Key ResponsibilitiesKey responsibilities as a “Freelancer” Includes;- Preparing client preferred reports including financial statements, Financial Analysis Reports, Academic Writing Reports, etc.- Providing consultancy services.- Assisting clients in business and accounting system setup and implementation (Backlog Entry) along with the suggestions of customizedinternal controls for… Show more As a freelancer I worked at Freelancer.com from 10th September 2017 till 31st January 2018.Key ResponsibilitiesKey responsibilities as a “Freelancer” Includes;- Preparing client preferred reports including financial statements, Financial Analysis Reports, Academic Writing Reports, etc.- Providing consultancy services.- Assisting clients in business and accounting system setup and implementation (Backlog Entry) along with the suggestions of customizedinternal controls for their organizations.- Working on various different specialized and general applications like QuickBooks, MYOB, GNU cash, Peachtree, excel with VBA andMacros, MS office, etc.- Understanding and resolving client’s problem and providing economic and effective solution for their business.- Meeting with local clients and resolving their business issues.- Maintaining and updating clients’ accounting books (Bookkeeping).- Identifying, resolving and assisting clients to rectify errors, mistakes and to ensure compliance with the applicable rules andregulations (such as IASs/GAAPs/local audit/company law requirements).- Providing other financial and accounting related services. Show less

Key responsibilities as a “Financial Controller” Includes;• Preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly management and financial reports• Monthly accounts closing and preparation of financial statements • Financial planning, Preparing Master budgets, Cash flow forecasts & Cash budgets • Preparing variance analysis reports• Reconciling and maintaining balance sheet accounts & ledgers including FA register.• Intercompany reconciliation, Intragroup reporting and accounts… Show more Key responsibilities as a “Financial Controller” Includes;• Preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly management and financial reports• Monthly accounts closing and preparation of financial statements • Financial planning, Preparing Master budgets, Cash flow forecasts & Cash budgets • Preparing variance analysis reports• Reconciling and maintaining balance sheet accounts & ledgers including FA register.• Intercompany reconciliation, Intragroup reporting and accounts mapping • Prepare analysis reports and reconciliation of accounts as required• Legal and operational risk analysis including liabilities, operations, and investments risk• Supervising, collaborating, assisting accounts and finance team• Assessing new projects and opportunities through financial analysis and organization’s matrics• Compliance with local regulations including annual reporting & filings• Filing Quarterly VAT & Annual Tax Returns• Developing and improving business processes• Liaising with the auditors and external stakeholders including AR & AP managementAccomplishments• Leading the accounting and finance team• Preparing financial simulation models• Preparing and analyzing budgets and forecasts• Empowering and assisting BODs in achieving the organization’s goals and implementing new strategies• Assisting the CEO in establishing and developing a new subsidiary in a new region Show less

Key responsibilities as a “Senior Accountant” Includes; • Monthly accounts closing including stock counting, reconciliations & preparing FSs & MIS reports• Preparing journal entries, day-to-day bookkeeping & inventory production recording (assembly)• Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts including FA register, AR & AP SOAs & ageing• Preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly MIS reports including cost and variance analysis• Maintaining and managing accounts… Show more Key responsibilities as a “Senior Accountant” Includes; • Monthly accounts closing including stock counting, reconciliations & preparing FSs & MIS reports• Preparing journal entries, day-to-day bookkeeping & inventory production recording (assembly)• Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts including FA register, AR & AP SOAs & ageing• Preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly MIS reports including cost and variance analysis• Maintaining and managing accounts receivables & payables• Assist with quarterly and year-end closing balances• Intragroup and external reportingAccomplishments• Preparing financial statements• Monthly, Quarterly & Annual accounts closure• Reconciling and rectifying past accounting issues Show less

Key ResponsibilitiesKey responsibilities as a “Freelancer” Includes;  Preparing client preferred reports like financial statements, Financial Analysis Reports, Business Plans, Academic Writing Reports, etc. Providing consultancy services to my new and old clients Assisting clients in business and accounting system setup and implementation along with the suggestions of internal controls for their organization. Working on various different specialized and general… Show more Key ResponsibilitiesKey responsibilities as a “Freelancer” Includes;  Preparing client preferred reports like financial statements, Financial Analysis Reports, Business Plans, Academic Writing Reports, etc. Providing consultancy services to my new and old clients Assisting clients in business and accounting system setup and implementation along with the suggestions of internal controls for their organization. Working on various different specialized and general applications like QuickBooks, MYOB, GNU cash, Peachtree, excel with VBA and Macros, MS office, etc. Understanding and resolving client’s problem and providing economic and effective solution for their business.  Meeting with local clients and resolving their business issues. Maintaining and updating clients’ accounting books. Identifying, resolving and assisting clients’ to rectify errors, mistakes and to comply these records according to applicable rules and regulations (such as IASs and GAAPs). Providing all types of financial and accounting related services. Show less

Evaluating risk management, control, and governance systems Reporting risk management issues and internal controls deficiencies identifiedProviding recommendations for improving the organization's operationsEvaluates regulatory compliance program with consultation from legal counselEngages in continuous education and staff developmentSupervising and managing accounts departmentLiaising between external auditors and board

-Collating, checking and analyzing spreadsheet data-Examining company accounts and financial control systems-Gauging levels of financial risk within organizations-Checking that financial reports and records are accurate and reliable-Identifying if and where processes are not working as they should and advising on changes to be made-Preparing reports, commentaries and financial statements-Liaising with managerial staff and presenting findings and… Show more -Collating, checking and analyzing spreadsheet data-Examining company accounts and financial control systems-Gauging levels of financial risk within organizations-Checking that financial reports and records are accurate and reliable-Identifying if and where processes are not working as they should and advising on changes to be made-Preparing reports, commentaries and financial statements-Liaising with managerial staff and presenting findings and recommendations-Ensuring procedures, policies, legislation and regulations are correctly followed and complied with-Undertaking reviews of payroll system Show less

Recording day to day transactions Maintaining petty cash Regular bank reconciliationsPreparing debtors ageing analysisAssets ManagementMaintaining payroll Dealing with bank mattersPreparing financial statementsAssisting external auditors in conducting annual audit