CHRISTINE MARTENS
Carberry,MB
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Skills
- QuickBooks
- Tax software proficiency
- Spreadsheet Management
- Inventory Management
- Financial Reporting
- Payroll Prep by Computer
- Document Management
- Small Business Tax Preparation
- Microsoft Excel (Computers for Learning Certification Level 1 & 2)
- Email Communication
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Financial Software
- Caseware
- MYOB
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Dependable and responsible
- Dependable and responsible
- Flexible and adaptable
- Calm under pressure
- Critical thinking
- Problem resolution
- Decision-making
- Excellent communication
- Verbal communication
- Active listening
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Payroll Processing
- Financial Record Keeping
- Tax Compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Summary
Seeking employment within a fast-paced challenging environment where can utilize my skills and knowledge.
Work History
Canteen
Carberry Collegiate
Carberry, MB
09.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated self-motivation by completing tasks independently and efficiently.
- Successfully managed tasks in busy work settings to maintain productivity.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Prepared consistent menu items while maintaining quality, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Managed kitchen sanitation, following food safety protocols and cleanliness requirements.
- Coordinated meal production during service to support timely order completion.
- Inspected ingredients for freshness, rotating stock and reducing spoilage risk.
- Trained kitchen staff on prep methods, station setup, and safe equipment use.
- Adjusted recipes and cooking methods to meet dietary needs and customer preferences.
- Resolved kitchen workflow issues quickly to maintain efficient service and consistent output.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to the food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Title/Owner
C'S BOOKKEEPING AND TAX PREPARATION
08.2015 - Current
- Processed invoices for accounts payable
- Tracked payments for accounts receivable
- Prepared T4 slips for accurate employee tax reporting
- Bookkeeping with all bookkeeping programs
- Provided assistance in client services
- Completed business GST Returns to ensure compliance with tax regulations
- Completing GST Returns
- Conducted audits for GST and PST compliance
- Calculated and distributed payroll
- Working closely with the public
- Keeping track and submitting Submitted payroll remittance to authorities, installment payments, Prepared GST remittance for submission, Handled trust remittance documentation and personal income tax payments to Canada Revenue Agency
Title/Dietary Aide/Cook/
PRAIRIE MOUNTAIN HEALTH
Carberry, MB
07.2015 - 06.2020
- Prepared and cooked meals for residents
- Supported kitchen operations by preparing ingredients and cleaning
- Delivered meals to patients and ensured dietary requirements were met
- Provided personal care and support to patients in healthcare settings
- Delivered compassionate care to patients in various healthcare environments
- Coordinated meal assembly and tray delivery, following therapeutic diet requirements and resident preferences.
- Verified diet orders and portion accuracy to support safe, timely meal service.
- Sanitized food service equipment and work areas in compliance with infection control standards.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Monitored food temperatures during storage and serving, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
Title/Bookkeeper
MOBILE ONE MARINE
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed accounts payable processes
- Managed accounts receivable operations
- Prepared T4 slips for accurate year-end tax reporting
- Payroll
- Completing GST Returns
- Completed business GST Returns to ensure compliance with tax regulations
- Processed payroll for employees
- Coordinated staffing efforts
- Keeping track and submitting Submitted payroll remittance to authorities, installment payments, Submitted GST remittance to government, Managed trust remittance submissions and personal income tax payments to Canada Revenue Agency
Title/Technician/Coordinator/Hutterite Liaison
MEYERS NORRIS PENNY
01.2000 - 03.2015
- Preparation and Review of Personal Returns, Deceased returns, Farm Returns, Business Returns, Final returns, Rights and Things Returns, Fishermen Returns, Non Resident Returns, Quebec returns
- Bookkeeping with QuickBooks, CentrePoint, AgCheck, and RedWing programs
- Provided personalized client services to address inquiries and resolve issues.
- Processed applications for 55 plus, child crisp, social insurance numbers, pharmacare, birth certificate, CPT 16, Canada Pension, Old Age Security, Canada Pension Death Benefit, child tax benefit, passport, and Canadian citizenship for 30 Hutterite colonies.
- Completing business GST Returns, New Housing GST Rebates
- GST and PST Audits
- Completing T1 OV Returns
- Collaborated with Hutterite colonies to ensure timely filing of application forms and resolve daily issues.
- Assemble colony year end information and T1 returns
- Instruct basic personal taxes and the profile course to all new employees
- Managed payroll processes to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation.
- Keeping track and submitting Payroll remittance, installment payments, GST remittance, Trust remittance and personal income tax payments to Canada Revenue Agency
- Depositing cheques into bank, writing cheques and a variety of reports
- Supervised T1 pool of students and four tax preparers, overseeing assembly staff to ensure timely and accurate tax return processing.
- Efiling T1 returns and follow up on the rejected returns along with follow up
Instructor
THE JACKS INSTITUTE
04.2000 - 09.2001
- Delivered engaging lessons on tax and profile subject material
- Reviewed and graded student exams for accuracy
- Answered any tax or profile questions for students
- Finalized course materials for publication after thorough review
Tax Preparer/Instructor
H & R BLOCK
12.1984 - 01.2000
- Instructor for the basic income tax, intermediate tax, trust and profile courses
- Managed H & R office within Investors Group, overseeing daily operations and staff performance
- Reviewed notice of assessments and completed any follow up with Canada Revenue Agency, GST and CTB departments
- Instructed basic income tax, intermediate tax, trust, and profile courses, enhancing student understanding of tax regulations
- Reviewed notice of assessments and followed up with Canada Revenue Agency, GST, and CTB departments to resolve client inquiries
- Managed an H & R Office within Investors Group
- Provided client services by addressing and directing inquiries to appropriate departments.
- Client Services and directing queries
- Public Relations Coordinator
Education
Certified Health Care Aid - Health Education
ASSINIBOINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Brandon, MBQuality Food Preparation - Food And Nutrition
NIAGARA COLLEGE CANADA
Toronto01-2016
Food Handler Certificate - Food And Nutrition
Canadian Institute of Food Safety
Toronto, ON09-2026
Computer - Computer Programming
POLAR BEAR CORPORATE EDUCATION SOLUTIONS
Winnipeg12-2005
TaxCourses - Taxation
JACKS INSTITUTE
Winnipeg09-2001
Timeline
Canteen
Carberry Collegiate
09.2020 - Current
Title/Owner
C'S BOOKKEEPING AND TAX PREPARATION
08.2015 - Current
Title/Dietary Aide/Cook/
PRAIRIE MOUNTAIN HEALTH
07.2015 - 06.2020
Title/Bookkeeper
MOBILE ONE MARINE
06.2014 - 06.2015
Instructor
THE JACKS INSTITUTE
04.2000 - 09.2001
Title/Technician/Coordinator/Hutterite Liaison
MEYERS NORRIS PENNY
01.2000 - 03.2015
Tax Preparer/Instructor
H & R BLOCK
12.1984 - 01.2000
Computer - Computer Programming
POLAR BEAR CORPORATE EDUCATION SOLUTIONS
TaxCourses - Taxation
JACKS INSTITUTE
Certified Health Care Aid - Health Education
ASSINIBOINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Quality Food Preparation - Food And Nutrition
NIAGARA COLLEGE CANADA
Food Handler Certificate - Food And Nutrition
Canadian Institute of Food Safety