Amandeep Kaur
Greater Vancouver,Canada
Summary
As an Indian Chartered Accountant (First Attempt) with more than 10 years of comprehensive expertise in corporate finance, accounts, and internal audit, I have successfully navigated the Banking & Financial Services, Telecom, and Education sectors. My proficiency encompasses: -
- Demonstrated strong analytical and financial skills, driving precise MIS reporting, budget preparation, and variance analysis.
- Expertise in conducting income and cost analysis, contributing to enhanced profitability. - Extensive experience in diverse financial areas, including Bookkeeping, Account Payables, Account Receivables, and payroll processing.
- Proficient in utilizing advanced Microsoft Excel and google sheets to optimize and enhance efficiency in financial procedures.
- Proven ability in communication and presentation, both written and verbal.
My career has been marked by a commitment to excellence, strategic financial management, and the implementation of operational efficiencies across various industries.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Cambria College
11.2022 - Current
- Led closure of Books of Accounts on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, aligning with ASPE standards
- Managed Account Payables and Account Receivables, ensuring optimal financial operations
- Orchestrated biweekly payroll processing, guaranteeing accurate and timely compensation for employees using payworks software
- Oversaw student refund processes, ensuring adherence to policies and delivering a streamlined experience
- Facilitated processing of referral bonuses in accordance with company policies
- Executed bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations for accurate financial reporting
- Formulated and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance efficiency within finance department
- Provided essential support to Accountant in completing annual review engagement
- Led preparation and issuance of T2202 forms to students, ensuring compliance with regulations
- Identified opportunities for process automation, implementing solutions to optimize daily operational tasks.
Accounting Administrator
Cambria College
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Diligently recorded daily transactions in QuickBooks Online, maintaining accurate financial records
- Conducted reconciliation of vendor invoices with purchase orders, ensuring precision in financial documentation
- Calculated and prepared refunds for student withdrawals, ensuring compliance with established procedures
- Efficiently processed payments by issuing cheques, contributing to seamless financial transactions
- Developed and implemented payment plans for students, enhancing financial flexibility and accessibility
- Tracked student invoices to ensure timely receipt of tuition fees, optimizing revenue collection processes.
Lead Financial Analyst
Ericsson
06.2017 - 12.2018
- anaged team of 6 financial reporting analysts, ensuring effective collaboration and optimal performance
- Directed preparation of comprehensive financial statements for Ericsson's customer contracts, focusing on revenue recognition, accruals, deferrals, and cost bookings
- Led strategic initiative to identify and reverse reserves for aged unrealized costs in contracts, securing top management approval
- Developed and documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Assignment specifications, obtaining approvals from market area heads globally
- Enforced adherence to corporate accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles
- Delivered detailed monthly/quarterly/annual financial statement variance and trend analysis reports, highlighting critical movements to regional and global business heads
- Identified key performance indicators (KPIs) and presented monthly dashboards to regional business heads, contributing to operational profitability improvements
- Implemented SOX-S404 audit compliance to uphold internal control processes related to company's accounting and financials
- Provided mentorship to team members and subordinates, fostering professional growth and development within team.
- Spearheaded implementation of new accounting software, streamlining month-end close procedures while improving data integrity.
Financial Analyst
BT Group
10.2014 - 05.2017
- Successfully managed transition of contract accounting from US region to India, ensuring seamless process
- Prepared comprehensive Profit & Loss statements for US&C (United States & Canada) domestic and global contracts during month-end closings, encompassing revenue recognition and cost bookings
- Collaborated with senior business directors to develop accurate forecast and budget numbers for US&C contracts and regions (East and West)
- Conducted in-depth analysis of year-to-date income trends and estimated income for current month
- Ensured strict adherence to corporate accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles
- Delivered month-on-month Profit & Loss analysis with variance commentary to senior management, providing crucial insights for business decisions
- Presented detailed balance sheet movement reports to senior management at both contract and regional levels, with focus on aged items
- Interacted with key stakeholders to address queries raised during financial statements reviews
- Prepared business presentations reporting the financial position of US&C (East and West region) for senior finance managers
- Implemented SOX (S404) compliance measures to uphold internal control standards
- Conducted reconciliations of Profit & Loss numbers in financial reporting systems like Oracle and HFM (Hyperion Financial Management), rectifying discrepancies with senior business director approval
- Provided training and facilitated knowledge transfer to other team members, contributing to professional development within team.
Deputy Finance Manager
Clarks
10.2013 - 10.2014
- Prepared the Profit & Loss account for Retail and Franchise stores, emphasizing cost accruals and deferrals during month-end closings
- Generated weekly sales reports (Dashboard) for senior management, providing timely insights into company performance
- Developed budgeted Profit & Loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements with CFO approval
- Created monthly Management Information Reports (MIS) showcasing variance analysis and trend analysis on financial KPIs
- Conducted regular reviews of financial statements with the CFO, discussing critical movements in Profit & Loss and balance sheet items
- Ensured adherence to corporate accounting policies and generally accepted accounting principles
- Enhanced internal financial processes with CFO approval
- Identified and proposed improvements in company SOPs for marketing, operations, and finance departments to enhance customer service and financial performance
- Collaborated with internal and external auditors, including income tax and transfer pricing auditors, addressing queries for timely audit completion.
Finance Executive
Bank of India
06.2010 - 09.2013
- Conducted detailed balance sheet analysis for mid and large corporate borrowers using financial tools such as ratio analysis, cash flow statements, and comparative balance sheets
- Assessed financial viability of corporate borrowers by analyzing industry trends and business scope
- Collaborated with top management on financial issues, Capex & Revenue Budgeting, Cost Control, and Internal Controls strengthening
- Evaluated project financial viability using tools like Breakeven point analysis, sensitivity analysis, Net Present Value, IRR (Internal Rate of Return), and DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio)
- Supported Project Accounting & Capitalization of Fixed Assets
- Coordinated with Internal & Statutory auditors, actively participating in addressing Auditor's Observations as a member of the Audit Committee
- Led budget preparation and conducted month-on-month analysis of budget vs actual performance.
- Reviewed and summarized miscellaneous reports, presenting comprehensive MIS reports to senior management.
Education
CPA Pursuing | Day 1 Cleared
Vancouver, BCChartered Accountant (First Attempt), Banking, Corporate Finance, taxation and Accounting -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India01.2010
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom -
Panjab University
India01.2006
Skills
- Payroll Processing
- Tools like Hyperion Financial Management (HFM),
quickbooks, payworks - ERPs like Oracle and SAP
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Bookkeeping
- General Ledger
- Accounting Standards- IFRS and ASPE
- Month End Reporting
- Variance Analysis
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Cambria College
11.2022 - Current
Accounting Administrator
Cambria College
12.2021 - 10.2022
Lead Financial Analyst
Ericsson
06.2017 - 12.2018
Financial Analyst
BT Group
10.2014 - 05.2017
Deputy Finance Manager
Clarks
10.2013 - 10.2014
Finance Executive
Bank of India
06.2010 - 09.2013
CPA Pursuing | Day 1 Cleared
Chartered Accountant (First Attempt), Banking, Corporate Finance, taxation and Accounting -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom -
Panjab University
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