ALEXANDRA DEPATIE CPA, MBA
Saint-Lazare,QC
Summary
Versatile Senior Director highly experienced in accounting, HR, and strategic analysis areas. Hands-on leadership and management background with a solid track record of success in process optimization and operational restructuring. Seeking a Executive Director position with a growing operation. Adept at directing infrastructure development and integration. Talented communicator with a persuasive style and results-driven approach. Methodical Director with 15 years of comprehensive experience overseeing daily operations of public organization. Hardworking and versatile professional well-versed in executing business strategies, preparing and implementing business plans and overseeing financial performance. Thorough knowledge of market changes and trends paired with strong grasp of corporate finance and performance measures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Director of Administration
McGill University
Montréal, Québec
01.2022 - Current
- Directed the design of data analytics solutions for complex business challenges.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines were met.
- Provided guidance on best practices in project management to ensure successful outcomes.
- Coordinated with stakeholders across multiple departments to develop innovative strategies for problem solving.
- Created policies and procedures to improve operational efficiencies within the organization.
- Analyzed financial performance metrics and identified areas for improvement.
- Oversaw budgeting processes and ensured fiscal responsibility was maintained throughout the year.
- Assessed current organizational systems and infrastructure, recommending changes as needed.
- Conducted market research to identify new opportunities for growth and development.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to maximize organizational efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability.
- Monitored industry trends and made recommendations on how they could be leveraged by the organization.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among staff members through regular communication, feedback, and recognition.
- Established key performance indicators to track progress towards goals.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development journey.
- Built relationships with external partners, vendors, and customers in order to foster collaboration.
- Recruited top talent from various sources in order to meet staffing requirements.
- Implemented process improvements using lean methodology principles.
- Optimized expenditures through company-wide cost reduction initiatives.
- Guided and motivated staff to drive maximum performance.
- Planned and implemented strategies to grow revenue.
- Worked with department managers to formulate annual budgets.
Assistant Director
Université du Québec à Montréal
Montréal, Québec
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed and managed a team of 10 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Coordinated financial activities, budgeting and forecasting for assigned departments.
- Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws.
- Created and maintained reports on operational performance metrics.
- Monitored staff performance, provided feedback and conducted annual reviews.
- Provided guidance to departmental staff in resolving customer complaints.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
- Assisted in developing strategic plans to meet organizational goals and objectives.
- Monitored corporate liquidity position on a regular basis to ensure sufficient funds are available to meet operational needs.
- Conducted training sessions on new processes or products for internal staff members.
- Led weekly meetings with department heads to review progress towards project milestones.
- Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
- Assisted in developing and implementing policies related to treasury activities such as cash management, investment strategies, borrowing arrangements and foreign exchange risk management.
- Developed and documented implementation plans for new software systems.
Chief Accountant - Foundations-Plant Fund-Research
CIUSSS Centre-Sud
Montréal, Québec
01.2013 - 12.2019
- Developed, implemented and maintained accounting systems for all financial transactions.
- Reviewed, analyzed and verified accuracy of financial documents such as invoices, bills and ledgers.
- Prepared monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Supervised the day-to-day operations of the accounting department including accounts payable and receivable and payroll processing.
- Managed the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts in accordance with company policies and government regulations.
- Coordinated external audits with outside auditors to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, variances and discrepancies while providing corrective action plans when necessary.
- Assisted in developing internal controls to minimize risk and improve efficiency throughout organization.
- Provided guidance to other staff members on proper accounting procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current industry trends, government regulations, corporate finance standards and best practices.
- Reviewed contracts for potential risks or liabilities related to taxation or regulatory matters.
- Performed ad hoc analyses as requested by management team.
- Monitored cash flow activities including forecasting future needs.
- Researched complex technical issues related to taxation or regulatory matters.
- Evaluated existing processes for effectiveness and identified areas for improvement.
- Conducted regular reviews of internal control systems for cost savings opportunities.
- Interpreted complex financial information into easily understandable terms for non-financial personnel.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing financial results on a monthly basis.
- Established controls for new financial systems and developed methods to improve existing systems.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new employees.
- Integrated financial information into business decision-making, budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
Financial Analyst
Centre de soins Grace Dart
Montréal, Québec
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Analyzed trends in financial performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Prepared detailed reports on financial status of clients' investments.
- Identified discrepancies in financial data and recommended corrective actions to resolve them.
- Reviewed financial documents and records to assess accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
- Developed strategies to improve efficiency of business operations and reduce costs.
- Assessed potential risks associated with new investments or acquisitions.
- Provided guidance on investment decisions based on current economic trends and forecasts.
- Performed quantitative analysis of historical data to identify patterns or anomalies in the data set.
- Prepared monthly balance sheets, income statements, cash flows statements, budgets.
- Assisted senior management in preparing timely reports for board meetings.
- Analyzed complex financial information to offer recommendations to management, driving decision-making.
- Created financial models to assess opportunities.
Education
Master - Fraud Detection And Prevention - Juricomptabilité
UQAM
Montréal, Québec 01.2019 - 12.2021
Project Management LEAN
Université Laval
Québec, Québec 01.2020 - 12.2021
Master - MBA
Université De Sherbrooke
Longueuil, Québec 01.2013 - 12.2015
Major - Public Accounting
Université De Sherbrooke
Longueuil, Québec 01.2012 - 12.2013
Baccalauréat - Accounting
UQTR
01.2009 - 12.2011
Skills
- Team Building and Motivation
- Key Performance Indicators
- Team Management
- Market understanding
- Reporting expertise
- Stakeholder Relations
- Organizational Development
- Data Analytics
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Coordination
- Budget Control
- Business Administration
- Rules and regulations
- Government relations
- Hiring and Retention
- Strategic Planning
- Facilities Management
- Budget Management
Affiliations
- Running, travelling, Hiking, yoga, music
Timeline
Senior Director of Administration
McGill University
01.2022 - Current
Project Management LEAN
Université Laval
01.2020 - 12.2021
Master - Fraud Detection And Prevention - Juricomptabilité
UQAM
01.2019 - 12.2021
Assistant Director
Université du Québec à Montréal
01.2019 - 01.2021
Chief Accountant - Foundations-Plant Fund-Research
CIUSSS Centre-Sud
01.2013 - 12.2019
Master - MBA
Université De Sherbrooke
01.2013 - 12.2015
Financial Analyst
Centre de soins Grace Dart
01.2013 - 01.2015
Major - Public Accounting
Université De Sherbrooke
01.2012 - 12.2013
Baccalauréat - Accounting
UQTR
01.2009 - 12.2011
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