BELL UPPAL
Surrey,BC
Summary
15+ years accounting experience 20+ years’ experience as a administrative assistant 20+ years experience working in the construction industry 10+ years experience with Payroll software ADP & Ceridian 10+ years managing 2-5 employee’s Extensive computer experience in Yardi, SAP, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Viewpoint,, QuickBooks and Sage Simple Accounting Software, and many more Developed interpersonal skills, having dealt with a diversity of professionals, clients and staff members. Self-motivated; able to implement decisions and set effective priorities to achieve both immediate and long term goals. Exceptionally quick learner with computer programs and new material.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Area of expertise and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
01.2023 - Current
- Stress Leave (Passing of both parents in same year)
Construction Project Accounting Administrator
Beedie Construction Ltd
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Assist construction project managers to estimate and adhere to proper budgets, create project schedules, and communicate project updates
- Direct subcontractor, vendor, and supplier process by assembling bid packages including scope of work, bidding process, and needed construction documents
- Maintain accurate work logs of construction activities, job information sheets, and project team notes
- Oversee construction contract administration and submittal log processes to ensure that the contract document requirements are met throughout the construction experience
- Enforce quality control process measures that ensure compliance with contracts, building, and code regulation
- Perform cash management, assist payroll, and billing tasks – prepare invoices, progress draws,, change orders, work orders, purchase orders, and punch lists
- Assemble the closeout package including maintenance agreements, equipment information, warranties, and contractor contact information
Lead Project Accounting Administrator
QM Environmental
06.2018 - 04.2022
- Responsible for timely processing of multiple invoice batches accurately daily through Viewpoint
- Ensure proper authorizations and invoice approvals are documented in accordance with company policies before invoices are processed
- Ensure proper general ledger account coding by department and project using reference codes
- Provide accurate and prompt response to both internal and external payment inquiries
- Respond to request via phone, email or scan
- Maintain consistency in vendor maintenance database & set up new vendors in system as needed
- Assistance with weekly check run including identifying vendors to be paid based on terms
- Matching them with processed vendor invoice voucher numbers
- Obtain required signatures for checks and prepare for mailing of payment to vendors
- Assisting with Accounts Payable, Matching PO's, Posting invoices, Cheque Run's, Bank Rec, Visa Rec, Payroll, Statuary
- Declarations, WCB, Trades Insurance
- Preparing monthly Progress Draws
- Respond to Accounts payable inquires
- Assisting Project Manage and Team leads with day to day administrative duties
Project Coordinator/J Accounting Manager
Willow Spring Construction BC Ltd
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Assisting Project Manager with tenders, Preparing Contracts, Issuing Purchase orders, Ordering drawings, Addenda transmission, Bid Bonds, Warranty & Maintenance Manuals
- Managed office staff and Accounts department
- Matching PO's, Posting invoices, Cheque Run's, Bank Rec, Visa Rec, Payroll, Statuary Declarations, WCB, Trades
- Insurance
- Preparing monthly Progress Draws WIP Reports, and monthly budget/forecast
- General Administrative duties (filing, photocopying/scanning, answering phone calls, mail/courier, ordering office supplies, Preparing Project Manager and Site Superintendent Binders
Project Administrator/ Junior Project Accountant
Unitech Construction Management
06.2016 - 08.2017
- General Administrative duties ( filing, photocopying/scanning, answering phone calls, mail/courier, ordering office supplies, schedule meetings , booking flight and hotel, and office repairs)
- Assisting Project Manager (ordering drawings, preparing tenders, preparing contracts, reviewing month end reports, assisting with Change Orders, CCN's & RFI's & preparing Maintenance Manuals)
- Accounting (processing invoices & PO's, acquiring Statuary Declarations, WCB, Trade's Insurance, inputting invoices, pay suppliers & sub trades)
- Assisting Site Superintendents (OH&S documentation, ordering supplies, drawing, safety equipment, assist with time sheets)
- Assist Human Resources (prepare payroll for site workers,& set up new employees)
On Maternity Leave
02.2014 - 05.2016
Junior Accounting Administrator/Administrative Assistant
Bouygues-Bird Joint Venture
08.2010 - 01.2014
- Controller of accounts payable within our admin office in Surrey, Assisting the Cost Controller
- Working with Project Manager with Administrative Duties, Assisting with Cost Control for Medical Equipment, and
- Equipment for RCMP Headquarters Projects
- Responsible for all Accounts Payable processes
- Ensured input and timely payment of all vendor invoice
- Process and audit of Employee Expense reports
- Responsible for weekly check run and positive pay transmission
- Assisted in Month End Closing and Year end close
- Rectified escalated accounts payable issues from employees and vendors
- Balanced batch summary reports for verification and approval
- Verified details of transactions, including funds received and total account balances
- Company lunches and events for employees and clients
- General Administrative Duties
Education
Accounting Level 1 & Level 2 - General Studies
Sprott Shaw College
Surrey, BCGrade 12 Diploma -
Kwantlen College University, Delta Secondary School
Surrey, BCSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organization and time management
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
01.2023 - Current
Construction Project Accounting Administrator
Beedie Construction Ltd
04.2022 - 12.2022
Lead Project Accounting Administrator
QM Environmental
06.2018 - 04.2022
Project Coordinator/J Accounting Manager
Willow Spring Construction BC Ltd
05.2017 - 07.2018
Project Administrator/ Junior Project Accountant
Unitech Construction Management
06.2016 - 08.2017
On Maternity Leave
02.2014 - 05.2016
Junior Accounting Administrator/Administrative Assistant
Bouygues-Bird Joint Venture
08.2010 - 01.2014
Accounting Level 1 & Level 2 - General Studies
Sprott Shaw College
Grade 12 Diploma -
Kwantlen College University, Delta Secondary School
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