ALEX ADLER
Oakville,Canada
Summary
Dedicated Payroll and Accounts Receivable professional with 7 years of progressive experience in payroll accuracy, financial reconciliation, and exceptional employee service within dynamic environments. PCP-certified and recognized for instilling structure and clarity into complex workflows while balancing payroll precision with robust accounts receivable discipline. Transitioned from operations leadership to a trusted payroll and financial support role, consistently enhancing processes, strengthening compliance, and upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and accuracy. Known for reliability and emotional intelligence, complemented by a steady, solutions-focused approach that effectively supports employee needs and organizational objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Accounts Receivable & Payroll Coordinator
IWD Inc.
Mississauga, ON
11.2018 - 03.2026
- Payroll Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 30 employees, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with company policies.
- Review timecards and attendance records, resolving discrepancies before payroll submission.
- Maintain payroll data, employee records, and HRIS updates with a high degree of accuracy.
- Support year-end payroll activities and audit preparation.
- Accounts Receivable Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle AR, including invoicing, payment application, reconciliations, and collections.
- Reduce outstanding receivables through proactive follow-ups and structured payment arrangements.
- Prepare AR aging reports and support month-end close with accurate financial data.
- Reconcile AR ledger to the general ledger, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Collaborate with sales and operations to resolve billing issues and improve customer satisfaction.
- Financial & Administrative Support
- Provide accurate cash-flow forecasting data based on expected receivables.
- Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and employee information.
- Assist with annual audits by preparing documentation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Build strong relationships with clients through clear communication and timely issue resolution.
General Manager
Tim Hortons
Burlington, ON
07.2012 - 09.2017
- Oversaw daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and training for a high-volume location.
- Managed budgets, cost control, and financial reporting to support organizational goals.
- Built strong employee engagement and retention through coaching and positive leadership.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, health & safety standards, and operational procedures.
Education
Accounting & Payroll Administrator
CDI College
Mississauga, ON01-2018
Skills
- Payroll & HRIS: Payworks
- Time & Attendance
- HRIS Data Entry
- Payroll Accuracy
- Confidentiality
- Accounts Receivable: AR Reconciliation
- Aging Reports
- Collections
- Cash Application
- Variance Resolution
- Software: Sage
- Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)
- Word
- Outlook
- Financial Support: Month-End Reporting
- Audit Preparation
- Compliance
- Data Integrity
- Professional Strengths: Communication
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Organization
- Process Improvement
- Payworks
- Sage
- Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
- Time & Attendance Systems
- Month-End Reporting
- Financial Reconciliation
- Data Accuracy & Confidentiality
- Bi-weekly payroll processing
- Data entry
- Recordkeeping skills
Timeline
Accounts Receivable & Payroll Coordinator
IWD Inc.
11.2018 - 03.2026
General Manager
Tim Hortons
07.2012 - 09.2017
Accounting & Payroll Administrator
CDI College
Certification
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) — National Payroll Institute
- Payroll Legislation & Compliance Training
- Year-End Payroll Basics
- Workplace Health & Safety Training
Languages
French
Elementary
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Romanian
Native or Bilingual