Aastha Berry
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Chartered accountant with expertise in financial statement preparation and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in analyzing complex financial models and identifying discrepancies to ensure accurate reporting and tax compliance. Skilled in client engagement, providing insights that support strategic financial planning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
BDO Canada LLP
Pembina Valley, Canada
10.2022 - 06.2026
- Prepared comprehensive financial statements including balance sheets and income statements, ensuring accuracy.
- Reviewed and analyzed client information to identify discrepancies and compile financial schedules, supporting accurate reporting.
- Prepared tax returns and relevant forms, computing taxes and determining installments and interests.
- Accurately reported investment income on T5 slips, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
- Utilized Caseware and iFirm Tax Prep to streamline reporting processes and enhance data accuracy.
- Conducted review engagements to ensure compliance with professional standards and regulations, enhancing client trust.
- Utilized professional judgment to identify and address AOCs without relying on substantive procedures.
- Collaborated with clients to gather documentation and maintain clear communication, facilitating timely project completion.
Senior Consultant- I - III
Coinmen Consultants LLP
New Delhi, India
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Assessed clients' tax positions and loan requirements quarterly, enabling proactive advance tax payments.
- Executed preparation and review of clients' financial accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Conducted client meetings to present account overviews and management reports, clarifying transaction impacts on financial statements.
- Managed preparation and review of organizational charts and related party disclosures for year-end reporting.
- Drafted loan agreements and documentation for external commercial borrowings, including filing returns.
- Calculated and finalized income and advance taxes, ensuring timely submissions.
- Determined withholding taxes for transactions, addressing government notifications regarding compliance.
- Finalized GST refunds and conducted audits, advising clients on compliance with GST regulations and implications.
Article Assistant
MNV & Co (CA Firm)
New Delhi, India
03.2012 - 07.2015
- Prepared and finalized financial statements, including notes to accounts and audit workings.
- Developed and finalized tax audit reports and internal audit presentations to support decision-making and compliance.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards through rigorous implementation checks.
- Analyzed complex financial models and conducted comprehensive financial analyses.
- Verified stock counts and valuations for imported inventory to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
- Analyzed observations, risks, and relevant controls, reporting findings to enhance understanding of key issues.
- Supported MNV & Co., a chartered accountancy firm, in delivering audit and financial services.
Education
CPA Canada -
Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada
Edmonton, AB02-2026
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India01-2017
Graduate in bachelor’s in commerce (Hon’s) -
Delhi University
IndiaSkills
- Financial statement analysis
- Tax accounting and compliance
- Corporate reporting
- Financial statement reporting
- Financial reporting standards
- GAAP compliance
- Tax compliance strategies
- Month-end closing
- Year-end closing
- General ledger management
- Budgeting and forecasting support
- Variance analysis techniques
- Audit support functions
- Journal entry management
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Research and data interpretation
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Critical thinking skills
Certification
- CPA - Chartered Professional Accountant of Canada
- Chartered Accountant (India) - Institute of Chartered accountant of India
Timeline
Senior Accountant
BDO Canada LLP
10.2022 - 06.2026
Senior Consultant- I - III
Coinmen Consultants LLP
06.2017 - 06.2022
Article Assistant
MNV & Co (CA Firm)
03.2012 - 07.2015
CPA Canada -
Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Graduate in bachelor’s in commerce (Hon’s) -
Delhi University