Experience

Global Benefits

• Canada
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Accounting Manager

  • Jun 2021 - Present



Canada Glass & Mirror Co.

• 1 - 100 Employee

• Accounting Clerk

  • May 2019 - Jun 2021

  Facilitated customers' inquiries as it related to accounts receivable and payableMatched Vender invoices with purchase orders/packing slips, and coded the transactions to the corresponding accountsGenerated invoices and verified billing input via QuickBooks SoftwareResponsible for receiving cheques, processing credit cards, and applying the payments to outstanding invoicesCollected on accounts by sending bill reminders and communicating with clients via phone, email, or mailWorked with the Sales Department by providing quotes on various materials and assisting customers in making purchasing decisions and placing orders



TRZ Group of Companies Ltd

• Accounting Assistant

  • 2015 - 2019

  Analyzed the aged payable reports to prioritize the payments, and processed the Account Payable cheque runs twice a month Reconciled and investigated variances between actual and estimated property management expenses Monthly analysis and reconciliation to ensure the financial transactions have been properly accounted for in the correct general ledger accountsLiaised with suppliers in order to communicate and resolve any discrepancies in invoicing or reporting Analyzed the aged payable reports to prioritize the payments, and processed the Account Payable cheque runs twice a month Reconciled and investigated variances between actual and estimated property management expenses Monthly analysis and reconciliation to ensure the financial transactions have been properly accounted for in the correct general ledger accountsLiaised with suppliers in order to communicate and resolve any discrepancies in invoicing or reporting



Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)

• Canada
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Program Support Officer

  • Jan 2005 - Jan 2015

  Supported Canadians in need to access affordable, sound and suitable housing by supporting the implementation of the Affordable Housing Initiative (AHI), the amended 2009 AHI Extension, Canada’s Economic Action Plan (CEAP), and the Investment in Affordable Housing Agreement (IAH) programs.Responsible for ensuring accurate data entry, preparation of contracts, file maintenance, and maintaining key databases.Responsible for reviewing and monitoring the AHI and the IAH quarterly claims. This also included submitting a brief analysis within three business days. The analysis included information on the total value of the claim versus target and spending plans. Monitored and tracked expenditure reports and forecasts for use in Ontario investment sheets, Ontario regional quarterly reports, and reviews for the board of directors.Reviewed and analyzed the Annual Auditor’s Reports for the AHI and IAH programs for compliance.Prepared Seed and PDF Loan agreements on behalf of the Affordable Housing Centre. Furthermore, reviewed all expenditures, and prepared the appropriate documentation to release federal funds. Worked in conjunction with the Corporate Representatives in designing workshops and educational materials for affordable housing forums and seminars across southwestern Ontario. This also included analyzing the surveys to be incorporated into written analysis reports for Head Office.Contributed to the achievement of Federal visibility for investments through support to Ministerial opportunities. This involved reviewing and providing input for event proposals and news releases.ACCOMPLISHMENTSSuccessfully assisted the Inter-government Relations Department in building regional capacity, by maintaining a network of contacts that stimulated information sharing, best practices and expanded the use of CMHC tools to key stakeholders leading to the creation of affordable housing across Ontario.

• Fees and Premium Officer

  • Jul 2002 - Jan 2005

  Reduced outstanding mortgage fees and premiums owing to CMHC for mortgages insured in the Ontario Region. Negotiated with lenders to determine the possible solutions to payment of outstanding accounts and reconciliation of balances reflecting accurate UPS information. Provided quick turnaround time on client inquiry services.Downloaded data from our Financial Mainframe to capture and analyse outstanding balances by Lenders on a monthly basis.Negotiated with approved Lenders to reconcile respective records and reach agreement on amount due.Ensured all data on CMHC systems accurately reflects the results of reconciliation.Worked in conjunction with our key Lender contacts to review and discuss issues that range from refinances, loan reductions, PORT’s, and cancellations. Identified overpaid accounts and processed refunds. Ran suspense reports for review and cleared paid accounts as required.Accomplishments:Enhanced knowledge and understanding of the mortgage insurance industry, and how this impacts homeowners in the areas of first time purchases, refinances, and PORT’s. Developed and consolidated new skills in the areas of negotiating and communicating with our various clients.

• FINANCIAL COORDINATOR - Business Development

  • Sep 2001 - Jul 2002

  Assisted the Business Development Centre to reclassify/track major operating expenditures, as well as aiding in the rolling out of budgets, rebuilding of our reporting systems, forms, and BD protocol. Kept track of the National and Regional costs of major Lenders and Brokers across the Ontario region.Analysed CMHC 4 expenses for each Business Development Officer to ascertain whether these costs should be charged to National or Regional Budgets.Classified expenses by major Lenders, Brokers, and RE Boards to track department expenditures by key account clients.Designed Spreadsheets and forms (using Lotus 1-2-3) to keep track of each BDO’s expenses for major key accounts, sponsorships, and hospitality expenditures.Liaised with the Manager of the Business Development Centre to make sure that expenses do not exceed budget limits, and that promotional targets are met.Compiled and ran Financial Cost Analyses on the BDO Cost Centre to analyse expenditures by GL Code, and to make any necessary adjustments (using SAS, GEAC, and Crystal).ACCOMPLISHMENTSKey member of team that trained BDOs and administration staff in using the new reporting codes in the classification of the Centre’s expenditures. The department came to understand and appreciate the importance of their ability to track and control these costs. The information worked as an additional tool for the officers as they planned for major year-end events, and enhanced the reporting process to National Office.

• TEAM ASSOCIATE - Assisted Housing Department

  • May 2000 - Sep 2001

  Contributed to the provision of housing to Aboriginal people through: (1) The delivery and administration of CMHC programs (2) Transfer of housing expertise and knowledge, and (3) Housing partnerships.Prepared and analysed the financial statement reviews and replacement reserves for the Urban Native and on-reserve accounts.Submitted the financial statement results to the director, and recommended areas for improvements. Example, administrative costs exceeding expectable levels, or excessive tenant damages and bad debts (using SAS and the CICS Operating System).Reviewed final capital cost statements for on-reserve housing, and adjusted mortgage renewals and subsidy payments.Presented to Aboriginal groups on CMHC’s Section 95 housing program.Involved in the Metis Urban Housing Corporation (MUHC) (non-profit) Task Force on the issue of decentralization of the corporation, as well as the future of MUHC after the operating agreements mature.Accomplishments:I applied my knowledge of accounting procedures and policies to my daily tasks of financial statement reviews, as well as the greater knowledge of CMHC programs. I have gained a better awareness of issues that affect Aboriginal people, particularly in the areas of social housing.

• Finance Clerk

  • Aug 1998 - May 2000

  The job entailed analysing, communicating, and recording the financial transactions of CMHC’s MIF, CORE, Advances, and Accounts Payable accounts. This enabled the company to have an accurate and concise picture of its properties, as well as the operational flow of its accounts.Analysed, posted and maintained the Tenant Receivable accounts, Last Month Rent accounts and the CORE LMR accounts on a monthly basis.Maintained the A/P accounts, First Line Trust, R300 Trail Balance, Environmental assessment accounts, and the Receiver General/Casual Employee Deductions.Responsible for tracking, adjusting, and reconciling the bank account.Prepared Fee Management Spreadsheets (revenue/operating expenses) for various properties.Inputted of Cash Receipts and invoices (via GEAC System).Accomplishments:I developed new computer skills in using and designing spreadsheets for financial reporting purposes. I gained a greater awareness of how the accounting procedures and principles apply to my daily tasks.