Bobby Molaie
North Vancouver,BC
Summary
As an experienced Accounting Manager, I have a proven track record of success in managing financial operations in a range of industries. My areas of expertise include full-cycle accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, as well as financial reporting, budgeting, tax preparation, and analysis in accordance with IFRS and ASPE. Additionally, I have experience in internal audit, risk management, process improvement, internal controls, and fraud investigation. I possess advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, as well as accounting software such as QuickBooks. My detail-oriented, customer-centric, and flexible approach, combined with strong communication skills, allows me to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
CICCC, Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
03.2022 - Current
- Skilled in A/R, A/P, general accounting, and payroll, with extensive experience dealing with auditors and CRA
- Proven leadership ability, with track record of managing team of three direct reports
- Manage all aspects of financial operations, including A/R, A/P, general accounting, and payroll
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions, including billing, payments, and payroll
- Oversee quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including preparation of financial statements and related schedules
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with auditors and CRA, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Lead team of three direct reports, providing coaching, guidance, and performance management as needed
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data, identifying and addressing any discrepancies or issues as needed
- Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
Executive Committee Member
CICCC, Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
03.2023 - Current
- Formulate and execute long-term strategic business plans to support growth and success of institution
- Implement innovative strategies, including introduction of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and new course offerings
- Deliver in-depth analysis of sales figures, actual vs
- Budget reports, and cost reports
- Ensure financial metrics align with company objectives and strategic goals
- Utilize financial insights to guide committee's decision-making process and keep operations on track
- Commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and excellence within the educational sector by leveraging financial and strategic planning skills
Senior Accountant
CICCC, Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
10.2020 - 03.2023
- Improved and automated accounting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Prepared monthly account reconciliations and performed other control activities to ensure accurate financial reporting
- Assisted with preparation of financial year-end audit and tax support
- Created period-end financial reports to facilitate decision-making and planning
- Validated paychecks based on salary and overtime calculations and ensured on-time delivery to employees.
Internal Audit Manager
Digikala.com
06.2016 - 05.2020
- Digikala Group is a leading e-commerce organization with a firm grip in multiple online industries including consumer goods, fashion & apparel, e-books, content publishing, digital advertising, big data, FMCG and logistics
- The company operates through its subsidiaries representing nearly 92% of Iran’s online retail market share
- Established Internal Audit Department including departmental structure, job descriptions, reporting templates, audit programs, staff recruitment, setting KPIs and training
- Evaluated effectiveness of internal control in compliance with COSO, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements
- Influenced best practice changes by utilizing root cause analysis of audit results and communicate to multiple units, including parent company and its subsidiaries
- Implemented Whistleblowing system in two channels, employees and external parties, and handling the cases as a whistleblowing system’s officer
- Implemented whistleblowing and fraud preventing policies and got the Board’s approval, executed
- Fraud investigations leading to the identification of misappropriations and embezzlement including their corrective actions
- Standardized internal controls across the company via implementing 14 policies, by focusing on financial and reporting areas, resulting in more efficient processes through a more uniform and systematic approach
- Managed and executed a Fraud risk assessment for 4 vital processes, reviewing the existences controls, assessed risk’s impact and likelihood and setting additional controls to mitigate the company’s fraud risks
- Determined top 10 strategic company’s risks, communicated with the Board of directors and determined action plans for related departments to mitigate the company’s strategic risks.
Audit Supervisor
EY
09.2012 - 05.2016
- In charge of supervising audit of clients operating in different sectors including Banking, Airlines
- Electrical, Mining, Construction and Pharmaceutical industries
- Key duties:
- Delivered planning and supervising of audit engagements
- Ensure all necessary audit procedures are carried our properly
- Prepared audit report and financial statements
- Liaised with clients at high level
- Identified and addressed clients' concerns and problem promptly as they arose
Accountant
Naghsh Paye Co. Construction
03.2009 - 08.2012
- Posted all journal entries and kept accounts payable, accounts receivable, petty cash, and bank accounts
- Posted invoices in accounting system, got needed approvals, and scheduled payments
- Prepared reconciliation for bank accounts and third parties/vendors
- Kept fixed assets accounts and calculated depreciation
- Maintained general ledgers and trial balance and support accounting manager for month-end and year-end closing and auditing procedures
- Prepared invoices and followed up receivables.
Education
Successful CFE Writer
CPA
Vancouver, BC05.2023
Master of Arts - Accounting
Islamic Azad University
Tehran, Iran01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Shahid Shamsipour
Tehran, Iran01.2009
Certificate - Personal Finance Essential
McGill University
Montreal, QC05.2020
Tax Professional - Tax Law
H&R Block
Vancouver12.2020
Skills
- Financial Statements
- Budgeting
- Automation
- Leadership
- Business Strategy
- Forecasting
- Business Process Improvement
- Business Development
- Account Reconciliation
- Customer Service
- Analytical Skills
- Audit Coordination
Reference
Mr. William Gerard
P: (778) 706-0617
E: william.gerard@outlook.com
Mr. Doug Steele
P: (604) 616-5642
E: doug@dpadvisors.ca
Timeline
Executive Committee Member
CICCC, Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
03.2023 - Current
Accounting Manager
CICCC, Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
03.2022 - Current
Senior Accountant
CICCC, Cornerstone International Community College of Canada
10.2020 - 03.2023
Internal Audit Manager
Digikala.com
06.2016 - 05.2020
Audit Supervisor
EY
09.2012 - 05.2016
Accountant
Naghsh Paye Co. Construction
03.2009 - 08.2012
Successful CFE Writer
CPA
Master of Arts - Accounting
Islamic Azad University
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Shahid Shamsipour
Certificate - Personal Finance Essential
McGill University
Tax Professional - Tax Law
H&R Block
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