Experience

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  United Way /Centraide Windsor- Essex County

  • Windsor, Ontario

  • VP, Finance & Operations

    • 2005 - Present
    • Windsor, Ontario

    Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining processes that support Finance, IT and Operations, aligning all aspects to facilitate and maximize organizational effectiveness. As a member of the Senior Management Team, develops and monitors the organization’s strategy and plans. Provides leadership and support to the Finance Committee, Treasurer and the Board as well as its committees; Community Impact Council, Campaign Cabinet, Human Resources Committee and Governance Committee.FinanceDevelops, implements and administers internal controls, financial management and accounting policies and procedures. Ensures the efficient, effective and timely operation of all aspects of accounting and financial management systems. Provides leadership in the development and monitoring of the annual budget and facilitates the annual external audit including preparation of annual financial statementsInformation Technology and Information ManagementLeads the ongoing planning, development and implementation of Information Technology and Information Management systems that respond to changing organizational needs.Operations and ComplianceDevelops, implements and monitors the organization’s risk management plan and policies and insurance. Ensures organizational needs are considered in the review of all contracts and agreements. Responsible for HR and benefits administration, supplier relationships and all aspects of building occupancy. Leads and supports organizational compliance with legislative requirements and regulators, including United Way Canada, Imagine Canada, and other organizations.

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  PwC

  • Senior Manager

    • 1993 - 2005