Barbara Harris
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Adept at enhancing financial accuracy and streamlining operations, I leveraged my expertise in bank reconciliation and exceptional organization at Underwood Gilholme. My proactive approach in audit preparation and financial recordkeeping significantly contributed to informed decision-making, fostering robust vendor relationships and optimizing cash flow management.
Detail-oriented Bookkeeper well versed in payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Excelled in corporate bookkeeping services delivery and learned new technologies to improve efficiency. Impressive accounting and communications skills leading to desirable outcomes.
Detail-oriented Bookkeeper with financial reporting and regulatory compliance expertise. Managed bookkeeping services for Six (6) private clients and consistently adhered to complex standards. Exceptional bookkeeping, reporting and communications skills enabled impressive results.6
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Book Keeper
Underwood Gilholme
09.2018 - 01.2025
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decisionmaking.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
Office Administrator/Book Keeper
First West Law LLP
10.2015 - 01.2025
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Maximized office space utilization by maintaining a clean, organized work environment that encouraged productivity and efficiency.
- Expedited invoice processing by accurately reviewing vendor submissions, reconciling accounts payable discrepancies, and conducting timely payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong working relationships among colleagues.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
- Safeguarded company information by maintaining strict confidentiality protocols and ensuring secure document storage practices.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
- Optimized budget management by monitoring expenses, negotiating supplier contracts, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Managed payroll processing for staff, ensuring accuracy and timely disbursement of salaries.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering to strict data protection policies.
Office Administrator/Book Keeper/Corporate Assistant
O'Neil Dunn Anya
04.2013 - 01.2025
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Maximized office space utilization by maintaining a clean, organized work environment that encouraged productivity and efficiency.
- Expedited invoice processing by accurately reviewing vendor submissions, reconciling accounts payable discrepancies, and conducting timely payments.
- Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
- Filed yearly Annual Returns for multiple companies, including sending out Annual Reterns, annual letters, with minutes and account
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Psychology
University of Alberta
Edmonton, ABLegal Assistant Diploma - Legal
Career College (CDIC)
CalgarySkills
- Expense tracking
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts receivable
- Audit preparation
- Financial recordkeeping
- Accounts payable
- Bank reconciliation
- Exceptional organization
- General ledger entries
- Invoice processing
- Bank statement reconciliation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Book Keeper
Underwood Gilholme
09.2018 - 01.2025
Office Administrator/Book Keeper
First West Law LLP
10.2015 - 01.2025
Office Administrator/Book Keeper/Corporate Assistant
O'Neil Dunn Anya
04.2013 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Psychology
University of Alberta
Legal Assistant Diploma - Legal
Career College (CDIC)
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