Allyson Rivers
Fergus
Summary
Results-driven Senior Assurance Accountant with six years of progressive experience in public accounting. Adept at leading and executing complex financial audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external customers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Assurance Accountant
GBA-LLP
04.2021 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive financial audits for external customers, including private companies and not-for-profit organizations
- Analyze financial statements, internal controls, and operational processes for improvement and risk mitigation
- Collaborate with team members and clients to implement effective solutions
- Lead and mentor junior audit staff on auditing standards, industry regulations, and best practices
- Develop and execute audit plans and risk assessment procedures
- Conduct substantive and analytical procedures to verify financial statement accuracy
- Ensure regulatory compliance with applicable accounting standards
- Foster and maintains positive customer relationships through effective communication, attentive listening, and ability to problem solve.
Accountant
GBA-LLP
04.2017 - 09.2020
- Record and analyze financial data, prepare quarterly and annual financial statements for multiple external customers
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records, including monthly bank reconciliations
- Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable
- Prepare tax documents such as source deduction remittances, and HST filings for multiple external clients
- Prepare necessary journal entries such as foreign exchange adjustments to ensure accurate financial records
- Prepare individual and business tax returns, ensuring adherence to relevant tax codes and identifying opportunities for tax savings
- Conduct reconciliations of investment portfolios, ensuring alignment with fund objectives and regulatory requirements for many not-for-profit clients.
Education
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) PEP Program -
CPA ONTARIO
09.2025
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting (CO-OP) -
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON04.2021
Skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks
- Enthusiastic learner and adaptable to new challenges within the workplace
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
- Effective time management and scheduling skills, ensuring deadlines are met
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience in using accounting software including QBO, QBDT, Sage, CaseWare, and Taxprep
- Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Skilled at working collaboratively in a team to ensure the best result for a given objective
- Ability to maintain client confidentiality
Volunteer Experience
Treasurer, 10/2022 - Current
Halton Hills Gymnastics Centre - Georgetown, ON
- Develop annual budgets in collaboration with the executive director and board members.
- Conduct financial forecasting and propose solutions for potential financial challenges.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory financial requirements for non-profit organizations.
- Prepare and present regular financial statements to the board of directors.
- Ensure accurate classification of transactions among funds.
- Provide relevant documentation and liaise with external auditors to help with the preparation of the year end audited financial statements.
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Assurance Accountant
GBA-LLP
04.2021 - Current
Accountant
GBA-LLP
04.2017 - 09.2020
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) PEP Program -
CPA ONTARIO
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting (CO-OP) -
University of Guelph
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