CHELSEY DALEY
KINGSVILLE,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting professional skilled in handling diverse range of accounting functions with accuracy, efficiency and sound judgment. Adept at organizing and prioritizing requirements to maintain tight deadlines and strict financial controls. Accustomed to delivering superior performance in autonomous or team-focused environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist, Packaging
Mastronardi Produce Ltd.
Kingsville, ON
05.2024 - Current
- Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Collaborated with procurement team to resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices received.
- Processing between 30-100 invoices daily.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Mastronardi Produce
Kingsville, ON
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Managing 75 clients ($24,000,000 in assets) including preparation of daily cash deposits, process customer payments, applying to and updating the appropriate customer account, research and process customer short payments/discrepancies/price adjustments
- Monitored accounts to verify compliance with payment terms and schedules.
- Increased efficiency of the collections process by implementing new strategies and procedures for tracking delinquent accounts.
- Reconcile company customer accounts with corresponding data obtained from the customer
- Supported month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts, preparing reports, and analyzing trends in account performance.
- Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue payments.
Co-Owner
Oracle Access Solutions Inc.
Strathmore AB & Kingsville, ON
02.2017 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
- Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries.
- Implemented innovative marketing campaigns to expand customer base and increase brand awareness.
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Completed all aspects of bookkeeping, including payroll while adhering to federal and provincial rules and regulations
Bookkeeper
Copper Tree Renovations
Langdon AB
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
Accounting Clerk
Wheatland County
Strathmore AB
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Responsible for mid-level accounting and financial aspects of the County's business including day to day accounting processes, reconciliations and the preparation of financial and budget reports
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new software tools and accounting practices, ensuring continued professional development and growth.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries related to invoices, payments, or account balances.
- Supported audit preparations through meticulous documentation review and prompt response to auditor inquiries.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Improved cash flow management with diligent monitoring of incoming payments and timely collections followups.
Team Lead, Billings/Billings Analyst
SI Systems
Calgary AB
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Manage the Billings team and provide support in all areas to ensure proper deadlines are met for paying consultants and invoicing clients throughout the normal monthly billing cycle, completion of month end reconciliations and required journal entries, process insurance fee deductions for consultants during each payment deadline, run client analysis reports to ensure all timesheets are captured and paid correctly, update checklists and process documents for new team members when necessary, completion of quarterly goals adherent to the success of the team and company.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction rates through detailed analysis of customer feedback data and subsequent improvements in service offerings.
General Accountant
Walton
Calgary AB
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Maintain accurate working papers for all general ledger accounts for 15+ companies
- Collaborated with external auditors during year-end audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting.
- Responsible for monthly bank reconciliations and bank journal entries, rental revenue, accruals, foreign exchange reconciliations, US/CAD inter-company entries and reconciliations
- Preparation and submission of draft financial statements and correspondence with auditing companies.
- Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Ensured tax compliance by preparing quarterly sales tax returns and assisting with annual income tax filings.
Sales Assistant
Walton
Calgary AB
10.2011 - 08.2014
- Process and enter all documentation from beginning to end of the sales process for Account Managers (11)
- Responsible for Account Manager expense reports, cheque requisites, travel booking and report/marketing package preparation for internal and external stakeholders
- Coordinate with venues all over Western Canada to plan and organize corporate events
- Create and maintain relationships with all Planners, Referral Partners and Clients.
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay updated on current products, promotions, and industry trends.
Expert Client Service Representative
RBC Royal Bank
Calgary AB
09.2008 - 10.2011
- Responsible for all aspects of business and personal banking while adhering to compliance routines
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics while juggling multiple tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
- Seeking sales opportunities with all clients and referring to appropriate internal officers
- Responsible for daily cash balance and following established procedures if any variances
- Responsible for restocking bank machines daily, processing night deposits and ordering/shipping all bank currencies.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions, allowing for better understanding of needs and preferences for future engagements.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through proactive outreach and regular check-ins on progress and satisfaction.
- Participated in regular meetings with management to discuss performance goals, strategies for improvement, and ongoing challenges faced by the team.
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
Education
Mortgage Agent Licensing -
REMIC
07.2024
Payroll Compliance Practitioner - Payroll
Canadian Payroll Association (Unfinished)
02.2014
Business Administration Online -
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB09.2011
Business Administration Accounting -
Fanshawe College
London, ON06.2005
High School Diploma -
LCCVI Petrolia
Petrolia, ON06.2003
Skills
- Sage 50
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Bookkeeping Support
- Customer Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- CRM Tracking
- Relationship Building
- Cloud accounting
- Quickbooks
- Microsoft Dynamics AX/GP/NAV
- Critical & logical thinking
- Leadership experience
- Typing average of 84 WPM
- Dependable & charismatic
- Payment Processing
- Vendor Relations
- Invoice Processing
- Account Reconciliation
- Expense Tracking
- Bank Reconciliations
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Payroll Processing
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Office
Hobbies and Interests
- Camping
- Swimming
- Travel
- Health & Fitness
- Training Courses
- Self-improvement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist, Packaging
Mastronardi Produce Ltd.
05.2024 - Current
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Mastronardi Produce
09.2023 - 05.2024
Accounting Clerk
Wheatland County
01.2019 - 09.2020
Bookkeeper
Copper Tree Renovations
01.2018 - 08.2021
Co-Owner
Oracle Access Solutions Inc.
02.2017 - 09.2023
Team Lead, Billings/Billings Analyst
SI Systems
01.2016 - 01.2018
General Accountant
Walton
08.2014 - 01.2016
Sales Assistant
Walton
10.2011 - 08.2014
Expert Client Service Representative
RBC Royal Bank
09.2008 - 10.2011
Mortgage Agent Licensing -
REMIC
Payroll Compliance Practitioner - Payroll
Canadian Payroll Association (Unfinished)
Business Administration Online -
Bow Valley College
Business Administration Accounting -
Fanshawe College
High School Diploma -
LCCVI Petrolia