Amrit Sanghera
Surrey,Canada
Summary
Experienced accounting professional with 6+ years of progressive experience in full-cycle accounting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Strong expertise in QuickBooks Desktop, GST/PST filings, CRA remittances, and month-end close procedures. Proven ability to work directly with ownership and external accountants in fast-paced environments while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and strong financial controls.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Break - Maternity Leave
01.2024 - Current
- Completed maternity leave
- Maintained readiness to return to full-cycle accounting roles
- Keeping accounting knowledge current and prepared for immediate workforce re-entry
Accountant
Atlas Scaffolding Ltd.
Surrey, Canada
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed full-cycle accounting including AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
- Processed EFTs, wire transfers, cheques, and daily banking transactions
- Performed monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
- Prepared journal entries including accruals, inventory, and adjustments
- Maintained vendor and customer accounts and improved collections tracking
- Supported month-end close and financial reporting for management
- Worked closely with ownership and external accountants for audit readiness
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and internal controls
Accounting Administrator
Safetech Scaffold Ltd.
Surrey, Canada
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Managed AP/AR processing and maintained accurate financial records
- Processed payroll and ensured timely employee compensation
- Completed bank reconciliations and assisted with month-end close
- Supported inventory tracking and financial reporting
- Improved accounts receivable collections through follow-ups
- Conducted ledger audits to improve accuracy and reduce discrepancies
Manager
Mainland Bath, Tile & Stone
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed daily operations, cash handling, and inventory control
- Maintained financial transaction records for reporting and tax purposes
- Oversaw stock ordering and inventory management
- Reduced discrepancies through improved tracking and reporting
Warehouse Supervisor
Amazon Fulfillment Centre
Delta, Canada
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Managed inventory tracking and warehouse documentation
- Recorded stock movements using systems and manual logs
- Ensured accurate storage and labeling of inventory
Sales Representative
Freedom Mobile
02.2016 - 12.2016
- Provided customer service and supported sales targets
- Managed cash handling and store reporting
- Maintained inventory and assisted with store operations
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Accounting Major
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, BCSkills
- Full-Cycle Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
- Payroll Processing & CRA Remittances
- Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations
- GST / PST Filing & Tax Support
- Journal Entries
- Monthly Financial Statements & Reporting
- Cash Flow & Banking Operations
- QuickBooks Desktop
- ADP Payroll Systems
- Inventory Accounting & Multi-Entity Support
- Month-End & Year-End Close Support
- Audit Preparation & Compliance
Languages
- Punjabi
- English
- Punjabi
Timeline
Career Break - Maternity Leave
01.2024 - Current
Accountant
Atlas Scaffolding Ltd.
07.2021 - 12.2023
Accounting Administrator
Safetech Scaffold Ltd.
03.2019 - 07.2021
Manager
Mainland Bath, Tile & Stone
10.2017 - 02.2019
Warehouse Supervisor
Amazon Fulfillment Centre
05.2017 - 09.2017
Sales Representative
Freedom Mobile
02.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Accounting Major
Kwantlen Polytechnic University