Caryn Smith
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Results-oriented accounting professional with a decade of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and audit-related processes. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and a consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
Proven expertise in preparing Notice to Reader (Compilation) engagements and assisting with Review engagements for diverse small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Advanced proficiency in CaseWare, QuickBooks, and QuickBooks Online (QBO), specializing in streamlining year-end file preparation, adjusting journal entries, and trial balance reconciliations to ensure complete compliance and accuracy.
Overview
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8
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years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Crowe Mackay LLP
Edmonton, Alberta
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Reconciled general ledger accounts and bank statements for multiple client files.
- Posted journal entries and maintained accurate month-end close schedules.
- Prepared client working papers for Crowe Mackay LLP audit and tax engagements.
- Led the end-to-end compilation of Notice to Reader Financial statements and review engagements for diverse portfolio of corporate clients.
- Performed analytical procedures and inquiry on balance sheet and income statement line items .
- Drafted complete sets of financial statements, including note disclosure, for review engagement entities using caseware and tax prep.
Financial Manager
TCS John Huxley Africa (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg, Gauteng
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed financial reporting for gaming equipment operations across TCS John Huxley Africa.
- Prepared monthly management accounts for Africa distribution and service activities.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable processes to ensure accurate reporting of financial transactions.
- Monitored cash flow and bank reconciliations across regional finance records.
- Analyzed monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
- Reviewed budgets and forecasts for corporate and operational departments.
- Coordinated tax, VAT, and statutory compliance for South African entities.
Senior Auditor
JD Hill & Company
Johannesburg, Gauteng
07.2016 - 01.2021
- Led audit engagements for JD Hill & Company client financial statements and workpapers.
- Performed audit procedures on complex transactions including revenue recognition, inventory valuation, accounts receivable and payable, investments.
- Reviewed trial balances, general ledgers, and source documents for audit accuracy.
- Evaluated internal controls and documented audit risks for client engagements.
- Supervised audit staff and assigned testing procedures across engagement files.
- Prepared clear audit schedules, memos, and findings for partner review.
- Coordinated fieldwork with client contacts and resolved audit documentation requests.
- Maintained organized client files and supported JD Hill & Company audit processes.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
Education
Articles - Auditing And Assurance
The South Africa Institute of Chartered Accountants
07.2016 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
Varsity College
Cape Town, Western Cape 02.2012 - 05.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
Johannesburg, GautengSkills
- Engagements & Compliance : Notice to Reader ( Compilation) and Review Engagements
- Accounting Software : Caseware working papers , QuickBooks Desktop , QuickBooks Online (QBO)
- Financial & Analysis : Financial Statement Preparation , Working paper documents , bank & ledger reconciliation, Trial balance analysis , advanced MS Excel (Pivot tables , VLOOKUP)
- General ledger reconciliation
- Month-end close
- Audit working papers
- Tax compliance
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Crowe Mackay LLP
04.2024 - 05.2026
Financial Manager
TCS John Huxley Africa (Pty) Ltd
02.2021 - 12.2023
Senior Auditor
JD Hill & Company
07.2016 - 01.2021
Articles - Auditing And Assurance
The South Africa Institute of Chartered Accountants
07.2016 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Management
Varsity College
02.2012 - 05.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa