Anne Marie Harland
Mount Albert,ON
Summary
Professional financial specialist with robust experience in managing accounts and financial records. Demonstrates strong ability to collaborate within teams and adapt to changing business needs while consistently achieving results. Skilled in accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, and reconciliation. Known for reliability, efficiency, and strategic problem-solving in financial operations.
Human Resources professional with commitment to enhancing employee satisfaction and managing efficient HR operations. Proven ability to support recruitment, handle employee relations, and facilitate training programs. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability in dynamic work environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper
Clarke Basement System
10.2022 - Current
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company's financial position.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by automating routine bookkeeping tasks.
- Maintained compliance with tax laws, ensuring timely filing of all required documents.
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable management, improving relationships with vendors and customers.
Bookkeeper
Gnarlybooks
12.2019 - 09.2022
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Optimized payroll processing for accuracy, ensuring all employees were paid promptly and correctly.
- Collaborated with human resources, accounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Enhanced onboarding experience for new hires by creating comprehensive orientation materials and training programs.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
- Developed and maintained HR policies and procedures.
- Participated in recruitment and selection process for new hires.
Senior Bookkeeper
Brainwave
10.2016 - 11.2019
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business expense processing.
- Reduced outstanding receivables balances through diligent follow-up on overdue invoices with clients.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes for increased efficiency, implementing new software programs and organizational systems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- . Enhanced transparency into company finances by creating detailed monthly budget variance reports for management's review.
- Optimized cash management processes with regular cash flow forecasting analyses based on historical trends and future projections.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough monthly reconciliations of bank statements, credit card transactions, and expense reports.
- Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws through regular audits and policy updates.
Bookkeeper
AH Bookkeeping
01.2013 - 10.2016
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
General Manager, Administration
Belmont Rose Granite Corp
09.1993 - 01.2013
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
- Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Conducted performance evaluations for employees, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Coordinated staff schedules, adjusting workloads to maximize productivity and meet deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
York University
Toronto, None06-1997
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Payroll processing
- Payroll administration
- Accounting operations management
- HR policies and procedures
- Corrective action planning
- Recruitment and hiring
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bookkeeper
Clarke Basement System
10.2022 - Current
Bookkeeper
Gnarlybooks
12.2019 - 09.2022
Senior Bookkeeper
Brainwave
10.2016 - 11.2019
Bookkeeper
AH Bookkeeping
01.2013 - 10.2016
General Manager, Administration
Belmont Rose Granite Corp
09.1993 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
York University
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