Bethany Ettawacappo
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance
Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc.
08.2022 - Current
- Oversight and supervision of finance unit of Nikan including operations and child maintenance staff
- Full cycle accounting functions utilizing Sage Accounting including: monthly bank reconciliations, preparing and entering journal entries, preparation of monthly financial statements
- Presentation at monthly Board of Directors meetings all financial statements and information relevant to governance of Nikan
- Annual strategic planning that is in line with vision and goals of the agency and community as a whole
- Improved internal controls and risk management strategies to safeguard company assets and minimize potential losses.
- Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
Financial Controller
ELCC at Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre Inc.
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Establish new ELCC finance office including developing policies and procedures for new organization, register new business, open bank accounts, register for payroll and business accounts, set up new financial software systems and chart of accounts
- Additional duties include preparing ad hoc reports upon request and preparation of schedules and account reconciliations for annual audit.
- Collaborated closely with department heads to establish accurate budgets and monitor performance against targets.
- Develop annual operating budget
CFO
First Nations of Northern Manitoba CFS Authority
06.2018 - 02.2022
- Meeting with funders and other collaterals to negotiate funding, policies, and other matters as required
- Presentation of financial statements and finance related issues at Board of Directors and committee meetings
- Supervision of finance and administration staff
- Ensuring agencies that fall under Northern Authority mandate are meeting their reporting and financial requirements and advising agencies on financial policies and procedures where necessary
- Presenting at annual general meeting
- Providing analysis and financial recommendations for CEO and Board of Directors.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
Financial Controller
Norway House Cree Nation
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Full cycle accounting functions for 3 numbered companies utilizing Sage Accounting including: monthly bank reconciliations, preparing and entering journal entries, accounts receivable and back up for accounts payable, preparation of monthly financial statements
- Additional duties include preparing ad hoc reports upon request and preparation of schedules and account reconciliations for annual audit.
Financial Controller
First Nations of Northern Manitoba CFS Authority
05.2009 - 03.2017
- Full cycle accounting functions utilizing Sage Accounting including monthly bank reconciliations, preparing and entering journal entries, performing all payroll functions including entering payroll, monthly submission of benefits payments and remittances, yearly T4 preparation and submission, accounts receivable and back up for accounts payable, preparation of monthly financial statements
- Group benefits administrator for organization
- Additional duties include preparing reports to funding agencies, and preparation of schedules and statements for annual audit.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 15 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing efficient financial controls.
- Planned budgets, authorized expenditures, monitored accounting processes and coordinated financial reporting to oversee all fiscal procedures.
- Spearheaded the implementation of new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency and improved financial tracking capabilities.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
Research Grant Accountant
University of Manitoba
02.2004 - 05.2009
- Monitor research grant funds
- Advise researchers on appropriate financial transactions
- Prepare financial statements and reports in accordance with agreements and deadlines
- Review funds available for grant related expenditures
- Perform month end review of all funds to ensure accuracy and preparing journal entries and adjustments when necessary
- Ensure continued funds for employment and payroll purposes
- Set up new grants and yearly budgets
Director of Finance
Kinosao Sipi Minisowin Agency
10.1998 - 05.2002
- Supervision and training of finance and administrative staff
- Monthly bank reconciliations
- Monthly billings for federal and provincial children in care
- Monthly review of Balance Sheet and sub ledgers to ensure accuracy
- Preparation for annual audit
- Presentation of audit at board meeting and annual general meeting
- Development of annual budgets
- Development of financial policies and procedures, provide input for human resource policies, attend meetings with funding agencies
- Human Resources functions and support for organization
- Oversee payroll functions of organization and act as employee group benefits administrator
Education
Skills
- Full Cycle Accounting
- Excellent Time Management
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Supervision and management of teams
- Confident and decisive decision making
- Short and long term planning for change management
- Cash Flow Management
- Internal Controls
- Cost Control
- IFRS Compliance
- Account Analysis
- Compliance Monitoring
References
Available upon request
Volunteer Experience
Guiding Meditation and Yoga with nonprofit indigenous organizations
Timeline
Director of Finance
Nikan Awasisak Agency Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Financial Controller
ELCC at Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre Inc.
02.2022 - 08.2022
CFO
First Nations of Northern Manitoba CFS Authority
06.2018 - 02.2022
Financial Controller
Norway House Cree Nation
03.2017 - 06.2018
Financial Controller
First Nations of Northern Manitoba CFS Authority
05.2009 - 03.2017
Research Grant Accountant
University of Manitoba
02.2004 - 05.2009
Director of Finance
Kinosao Sipi Minisowin Agency
10.1998 - 05.2002
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