Ashok Kumar
Senior Accountant, Office Of Provincial Comptroller
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
With over 13 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis, I have a proven ability to implement precise financial models and refine reporting systems in strict compliance with GAAP and government accounting principles. My expertise lies in conducting comprehensive financial training programs and crafting impactful analyses that consistently support informed decision-making and foster collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders. I am proficient in SAP, Excel, and Word, ensuring accurate data analysis and reporting to meet high-volume, deadline-driven demands while effectively communicating intricate financial insights. My educational background includes CGA, CPA Canada, and ACCA UK, providing a strong foundation for delivering top-tier financial services. I specialize in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and developing strategies that align with stringent compliance standards. Leveraging my track record of optimizing financial processes and fostering collaboration, I aim to contribute decisively to organizations seeking excellence in financial strategy and compliance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Senior Accountant, Public Accounts
Office of Provincial Comptroller (OPC)
08.2024 - Current
- Led the management and reconciliation of accounts for Manitoba departments, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with government regulations.
- Oversaw the compilation of quarterly departmental accounts, improving the accuracy and efficiency of financial statements by streamlining reporting processes.
- Provided expert guidance and oversight on the comptrollership framework to ensure compliance and fiscal accountability across all departments, reducing risks of financial discrepancies.
- Successfully managed the preparation of the province's annual public accounts, resulting in clear, transparent, and comprehensive reports for stakeholders.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced financial reporting workflows, reducing time spent on quarterly and annual account preparation.
- Supported audit procedures and addressed audit findings, ensuring that all financial practices aligned with best practices and provincial guidelines.
- Advised senior management on key financial matters, contributing to strategic decision-making and fostering sound fiscal management.
- Collaborated cross-departmentally to optimize financial procedures, fostering better communication and cooperation between finance teams and ministerial departments.
Senior Financial Analyst
Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long Term Care
5 2023 - 08.2024
- Developed an advanced financial forecasting model aligning with GAAP and PSAB, ensuring precise budgetary decisions and reinforcing expertise in accounting principles
- Produced detailed financial analyses and reports for senior management, showcasing exemplary written and verbal communication skills, aiding effective resource allocation
- Prepared quarterly financial statements, offering concise summaries of the organization's financial health, displaying in-depth proficiency in financial reporting and analysis
- Enhanced team financial proficiency through tailored training programs, reducing discrepancies and ensuring staff comprehension, illustrating strong supervisory abilities
- Trained and supervised STEP Students with various tasks and analysis within Medical Commissioning
- Proficiently utilized SAP for financial data analysis, showcasing technical prowess and software skills to expedite accurate analyses
- Applied financial and administrative policies adeptly, optimizing operational compliance, and demonstrating impeccable organizational and time management skills
- Developed benchmarks aligning with financial goals, underscoring strategic planning and analytical capabilities
- Streamlined financial reporting under GRE principles, reducing reporting times, and enhancing efficiency in high-volume environments, reflecting exceptional organizational skills
- Presented insightful financial analyses, aiding informed decision-making, and facilitating resource allocation for optimum outcomes
- Successfully integrated GAAP and PSAB principles, ensuring compliance and accurate financial reporting, reinforcing expertise in accounting standards.
Senior Finance Analyst
Loblaw Companies Limited
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Executed a successful promotional costing program, showcasing adeptness in budget preparation and analysis, aligning with GAAP standards, highlighting expertise in accounting principles
- Developed measurable analytics for promotional costs, facilitating data-driven decisions, reflecting strong analytical and reporting skills
- Fostered robust relationships with stakeholders, enhancing collaboration, and showcasing exemplary interpersonal skills
- Resolved daily billing exceptions with corrective actions, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and effective problem-solving abilities
- Assisted in SAP system testing, ensuring accuracy, reflecting technical proficiency and familiarity with relevant software
- Supervised and trained junior team members in costing and accounting processes, showcasing strong leadership and training competencies
- Contributed exceptional analytical skills to research complex issues, translating insights into actionable recommendations, highlighting problem-solving abilities
- Established effective communication channels among cross-functional teams, reducing resolution time, and showcasing strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Presented detailed financial analyses to facilitate informed decisions and drive optimized resource allocation
- Successfully implemented GAAP principles within the context of financial operations, ensuring adherence and accurate financial reporting
- Created monthly costing reports and posted them in SAP for Financial reporting.
General Accountant
Longo's Brothers Fruit Market
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Conducted comprehensive financial statement analyses, ensuring IFRS compliance, and aligning with GAAP, demonstrating expertise in financial reporting and analysis
- Orchestrated monthly account reconciliation processes, ensuring precise ledger management, highlighting attention to detail and organizational prowess
- Developed, maintained, and analyzed departmental budgets and forecasts, showcasing extensive experience in budget preparation and analysis
- Acted as the central finance liaison, adeptly managing stakeholder relationships, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal skills
- Implemented streamlined financial reporting procedures, reducing discrepancies, and showcasing expertise in financial reporting and analysis
- Collaborated with vendors, providing precise financial reports, exhibiting strong communication and data accuracy skills
- Compiled general ledger entries meticulously, ensuring the accuracy of financial data
- Directed and trained accounting staff, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting processes, demonstrating strong supervisory and training abilities
- Presented detailed financial information effectively, aiding non-financial individuals in understanding and decision-making
- Successfully integrated GAAP principles, ensuring compliance and precise financial reporting, reinforcing expertise in accounting standards.
Staff Accountant
KT Partners LLP
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Implemented and enhanced accounting systems, tailored to meet business needs, showcasing adaptability and strategic planning skills
- Developed effective accounting systems and financial reports, improving operational efficiency and accuracy, demonstrating a proactive approach to process enhancement
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance
- Collaborated with auditors during annual audits, ensuring adherence to governmental tax guidelines and regulatory compliance
- Managed billing processes, minimizing delays and ensuring timely payments, showcasing efficiency in financial management
- Provided support during year-end audits for multiple companies, showcasing multitasking abilities and commitment to comprehensive financial assessments
- Utilized interviewing techniques to assess comptrollership processes, contributing to process refinement and optimization
- Expertly handled tax returns and governmental reports, ensuring strict adherence to compliance standards and regulations.
Finance Manager
Trinity College of London
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Developed sophisticated financial models and automated reporting tools, showcasing advanced analytical skills and enhancing productivity
- Interpreted operating plan performance, providing actionable insights for all management levels, demonstrating proficiency in analysis and interpretation
- Managed financial communications between the head office in the UK and external auditors, exhibiting strong liaison and communication abilities
- Generated detailed financial forecasts, identifying trends and optimizing revenue and expense management, showcasing analytical and forecasting capabilities
- Authorized expenses and payments, ensuring financial prudence and compliance with organizational standards
- Assigned tasks, Trained and Supervised finance accountants, Accounts payable and Receivable clerks.
Revenue Accountant
ICON Clinical Research
10.2016 - 05.2019
- Recognized revenue in compliance with IFRS and maintained accurate records in Oracle, demonstrating expertise in financial standards and systems
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of operational trends, forecasting future obligations with precision, showcasing advanced analytical and predictive abilities
- Reconciled accounts receivable, resolving variances and ensuring payment accuracy, demonstrating meticulous attention to financial details
- Facilitated training on accounting principles and procedures, contributing to team skill development and process efficiency
- Acted as functional supervisor to junior team members in all revenue recognition and administration process
- Provided comprehensive financial reports to management, aiding in informed decision-making regarding the establishment's finances.
Finance Analyst
Frost and Sullivan
06.2016 - 10.2016
- Analyzed financial data and forecasted business, industry, and economic conditions, aiding in informed investment decisions and strategic planning, demonstrating proficiency in financial analysis
- Utilized computer spreadsheets to create visual representations such as charts and graphs, enhancing technical report clarity and facilitating better comprehension, showcasing adeptness in data visualization techniques
- Interpreted intricate financial data related to price, yield, stability, and future investment-risk trends, providing critical insights for investment program evaluations and recommendations, showcasing expertise in financial interpretation
- Communicated complex financial information effectively to diverse stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making among investment teams and senior management, demonstrating strong verbal communication skills
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, contributing comprehensive financial analysis, fostering efficient teamwork, and supporting strategic initiatives, showcasing strong interpersonal skills and teamwork
- Provided detailed financial analysis of Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region on the national revenue and expenditure.
Assistant Manager
Betfred
08.2014 - 04.2016
- Executed meticulous record-keeping practices, maintaining precise documentation of collections, disbursements, and balanced accounts, emphasizing attention to detail and accuracy
- Streamlined bookkeeping and financial reporting processes and presented financial statements to management
- Managed cash handling activities by collecting, depositing, disbursing funds, and ensuring accurate account balancing, showcasing strong financial management abilities
- Administered general office duties encompassing supply procurement, database management, and basic bookkeeping tasks, demonstrating versatile administrative skills
- Collaborated with teams to maintain efficient office operations, ensuring seamless supply availability and efficient database systems
- Demonstrated organizational proficiency by managing office tasks effectively, ensuring smooth operational flow and timely task execution, showcasing strong organizational and time management abilities.
Assistant Manager
Kotak Securities
06.2013 - 11.2013
- Executed equity and derivative orders accurately, ensuring precise transactional records and transparent client communication, highlighting compliance and accuracy in financial dealings
- Provided timely and relevant financial information to clients, including latest price quotes and details on corporate financial positions, showcasing strong client relationship management and communication skills
- Upheld stringent financial standards and compliance during transactions, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, demonstrating a commitment to financial integrity and governance
- Collaborated with teams to streamline financial transaction processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring accuracy in financial operations, showcasing strong teamwork and process improvement capabilities
- Assisted in financial documentation and transactional recording, contributing to meticulous record-keeping practices and ensuring data accuracy, highlighting attention to detail and financial diligence.
Assistant Finance Manager
Star Vijay Television
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Leveraged accounting software proficiently to record, store, and analyze financial data, ensuring accurate financial documentation and effective data management, showcasing adeptness in financial software utilization
- Conducted meticulous checks on figures, postings, and financial documents, ensuring precision and accuracy in financial records and adherence to established financial standards and protocols
- Compiled and processed bank deposits by meticulously verifying, balancing receipts, and transmitting payments to banks, ensuring seamless financial transactions and adherence to banking regulations
- Collaborated effectively with cashier teams, coordinating data compilation, verification, and financial reconciliation, ensuring coherent financial procedures and robust internal financial controls
- Demonstrated expertise in training accounting and bookkeeping personnel, overseeing their work activities, and ensuring adherence to established accounting practices and guidelines, showcasing strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Education
CGA, CPA Canada -
Chartered Professional Accountants of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB 05.2018 - 05.2020
FCCA - undefined
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
London, UK 08.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
University of Madras
05.2008 - 05.2011
Skills
Financial Reporting
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB)
Financial Analysis
Budget and Forecast
Training and Supervising
Communication and Organization
SAP
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Oracle
QuickBooks, CaseWare, Profile
Newstar, Tally
Certification
Project Management
Accomplishments
- Star performer Award - ICON Clinical Research - 2017
- Team Player Award - ICON Clinical Research - 2018
- Organized 'Back to Office event' - Longo's - 2022
- Trained 2 new Senior Financial Analysts - Loblaw - 2023
- Organized 'Christmas & End of year' event - Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long Term Care - 2023
Timeline
Senior Accountant, Public Accounts
Office of Provincial Comptroller (OPC)
08.2024 - Current
Senior Finance Analyst
Loblaw Companies Limited
10.2022 - 05.2023
General Accountant
Longo's Brothers Fruit Market
03.2021 - 09.2022
Staff Accountant
KT Partners LLP
03.2020 - 02.2021
Finance Manager
Trinity College of London
05.2019 - 12.2019
CGA, CPA Canada -
Chartered Professional Accountants of Manitoba
05.2018 - 05.2020
Revenue Accountant
ICON Clinical Research
10.2016 - 05.2019
Finance Analyst
Frost and Sullivan
06.2016 - 10.2016
Assistant Manager
Betfred
08.2014 - 04.2016
FCCA - undefined
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
08.2014 - 05.2016
Assistant Manager
Kotak Securities
06.2013 - 11.2013
Assistant Finance Manager
Star Vijay Television
06.2011 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
University of Madras
05.2008 - 05.2011
Senior Financial Analyst
Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long Term Care
5 2023 - 08.2024
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