Arlene Desjarlais
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Dynamic finance and office manager with a proven track record at PineCreek Homes enhancing financial efficiency through strategic budgeting and cost-saving initiatives. Skilled in financial reporting and relationship building, I streamline operations and foster collaboration, ensuring compliance and optimizing workflows for improved organizational performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance/Office/Human Resources Manager
Pine Creek Homes
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared financial statements and reports to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, improving cash flow management.
- Assisted in budget preparation and variance analysis for departmental expenditures.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations of bank and general ledger accounts for accuracy.
- Utilized accounting software to streamline data entry and reporting tasks effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance operational efficiency in financial processes.
- Supported audit preparations by organizing documentation and facilitating information requests.
- Developed internal controls to minimize discrepancies in financial transactions and records.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management
Office Manager/Bookkeeper
Harris Leadership Strategies
Winnipeg, MB
01.2015 - 08.2021
- Managed office operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to company policies.
- Coordinated scheduling and communication among team members to enhance collaboration.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving efficiency in document management systems.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing necessary training and resources.
Finance Manager
State Industries
Winnipeg, MB
08.2012 - 12.2014
- Implemented cost-saving strategies that improved overall financial health of operations.
- Assisted in preparing annual budgets, aligning departmental goals with organizational objectives.
- Utilized financial software to track expenses and optimize resource allocation efficiently.
- Supported cross-functional teams by providing financial analysis for strategic initiatives.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Coordinated with external auditors to ensure smooth and compliant audit process each fiscal year.
Accountant
Friends of the Canadian Museum of Human Rights
Winnipeg, MB
04.2007 - 06.2012
- Prepared financial statements and reports to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, improving cash flow management.
- Assisted in budget preparation and variance analysis for departmental expenditures.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations of bank and general ledger accounts for accuracy.
- Utilized accounting software to streamline data entry and reporting tasks effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance operational efficiency in financial processes.
- Supported audit preparations by organizing documentation and facilitating information requests.
- Developed internal controls to minimize discrepancies in financial transactions and records.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Johns High School
Winnipeg, MBSkills
- Customer service
- Office management
- Organizational skills
- Office administration
- Payroll processing
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll and budgeting
- Account reconciliation
- Credit and collections
- Financial reporting
- Financial tracking
- Expense reporting
- Financial accounting
- Report preparation
- Budgeting expertise
- Budget administration
- Banking operations
- Financial management
Languages
English
Timeline
Finance/Office/Human Resources Manager
Pine Creek Homes
08.2021 - Current
Office Manager/Bookkeeper
Harris Leadership Strategies
01.2015 - 08.2021
Finance Manager
State Industries
08.2012 - 12.2014
Accountant
Friends of the Canadian Museum of Human Rights
04.2007 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
St Johns High School