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Akul Kharbanda

Toronto,ON

Summary

Accomplished Finance and Accounting professional with five years of experience in financial analysis and team leadership. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing operational controls, managing successful data migration projects, and ensuring tax compliance. Successfully completed the CPA academic journey, reinforcing a strong foundation in finance principles. Committed to leveraging skills to drive financial performance and operational efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Accounting Manager, AP

Doner Partners Network
05.2021 - Current
  • Led a high-performing accounts payable shared service team by providing mentorship, setting clear objectives, and driving success.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to drive financial accuracy and strategic decision-making.
  • Developed and enforced accounts payable policies and procedures to prevent fraud and enhance operational controls.
  • Acted as a primary contact on CRA inquiries, notices, and requests for financial information to ensure tax compliance.
  • Identified key risk areas linked to system limitations, partnering with the tech team for optimization efforts.
  • Conducted monthly reviews of accounts payable transactions to identify and correct errors, reducing discrepancies.
  • Facilitated internal and external audits by providing comprehensive accounts payable documentation and process narratives.
  • Built quarterly cash flow forecasts based on historical trends, organizational objectives, and financial projections.
  • Monitored biweekly accounts receivable and accounts payable activities to maintain lower DRO and higher DPO ratios.
  • Compiled, prepared, and filed non-employment income tax returns in compliance with regulatory standards.

Intermediate Accountant

Doner Partners Network
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format, and reconciled balances.
  • Assisted in preparing financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and other reports for management review.
  • Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
  • Filed and remitted monthly harmonized sales taxes for the company to ensure compliance.
  • Performed variance analysis to compare budgeted figures against actuals, highlighting areas of concern.
  • Monitored and analyzed departmental budgets, reporting variances promptly.
  • Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies promptly.
  • Executed month-end close tasks, including accruals, amortization, and allocations.

Accounting Coordinator

Doner Partners Network
12.2019 - 05.2020
  • Managed fixed assets reporting processes focusing on acquisition, depreciation, and disposal.
  • Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
  • Managed the fixed asset inventory system, ensuring the accuracy of records.
  • Provided advice and assistance to department staff regarding accounting policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed and reconciled invoices, credit memos, and other payments to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
  • Assisted in the preparation of month-end closing statements.

Education

Successful CFE writer -

CPA Canada
Ontario
12.2024

Post Graduate Diploma (PREP Course) - Advanced Professional Accounting

York University
Toronto, Ontario
05.2019

Bachelors of Commerce (Bcom) - Accounting And Finance

University of Delhi
New Delhi, India
05.2017

Skills

  • SOX compliance
  • GAAP knowledge
  • Tax compliance
  • Regulatory reporting
  • Team leadership
  • Financial reporting
  • Internal auditing
  • ERP systems expertise

Timeline

Client Accounting Manager, AP

Doner Partners Network
05.2021 - Current

Intermediate Accountant

Doner Partners Network
05.2020 - 04.2021

Accounting Coordinator

Doner Partners Network
12.2019 - 05.2020

Successful CFE writer -

CPA Canada

Post Graduate Diploma (PREP Course) - Advanced Professional Accounting

York University

Bachelors of Commerce (Bcom) - Accounting And Finance

University of Delhi

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