Multi-talented business leader bringing 20 years of experience as successful Manager. Strategic problem solver and change manager. Visionary executive implements plans that meet current and future needs. Key expertise in Education industry.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Campus Coordinator / Program Coordinator
Excel Career College
Powell River
05.2023 - 05.2024
Organized and coordinated campus events, such as career fairs, orientations, and workshops.
Assisted in the recruitment of new students to the College.
Facilitated communication between different stakeholders involved in campus initiatives.
Prepared reports summarizing data collected from various sources related to campus life.
Engaged closely with students to help each coordinate continuing education and career plans.
Backed up instructors with class-related, administrative and student-specific problems.
Addressed complaints head-on and initiated responses to facilitate prompt resolution.
Advised students on course selection, progress toward graduation and career decisions.
Assisted in developing training materials and providing instruction on how to use them effectively.
President
Camber College
Powell River, BC
07.2006 - 03.2023
Coordinated work across departments to keep teams on track with company goals
Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees, executives and other stakeholders
Integrated marketing and sales strategies with business development and operational leadership plans
Analyzed financial statements and forecasts to improve programs, performance and policies
Developed and executed strategic business plan to attain assigned metrics
Researched underlying issues, regulatory compliance status and processes to resolve complex business issues and recommend strategic corrective actions
Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies
Planned and achieved Designation and Accreditation with Industry Organizations (i.e
Languages Canada, PTIB, EduCanada and EQA BC)
Oversaw new market exploration, program development and overseas sales possibilities for business expansion objectives.
Accountant Specialist
Best Books Inc.
Vancouver, BC
12.2004 - 07.2006
Prepared schedules for auditing at year-end
Conducted forecasting and risk analysis assessments to maintain financial stability
Generated and filed goods and service tax (GST) and harmonized sales tax (HST) return and remittance statements and payroll deductions, creating ad hoc and special project reports
Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices
Calculated and prepared cheques for utilities, taxes and other payments
Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance
Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital and prepared balance sheets and profit and loss statements
Examined financial statements and income statements to review company's financial performance
Instructor for Quickbooks Accounting Software.
Executive Assistant to the President
KHP GmbH
Osnabrueck, Germany
04.2002 - 04.2004
Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential
Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives
Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives
Set up meeting and event logistics for senior management and updated calendars
Facilitated board meeting agendas and distributed support materials in advance for successful sessions.
Accountant Specialist
Dr. Mertens und Partner
Osnabrueck, Germany
11.1994 - 03.1995
Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements
Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping
Assisted internal accounting team in checking financial statements for accuracy to produce reliable reports
Verified and posted account transactions to prepare cheques and maintain accounting ledgers
Reconciled company credit cards, expense accounts and other expenses and financial records
Compiled audit reports for expenditures, profits and losses to provide transparency
Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding
Completed and submitted tax forms and returns, workers' comp forms and pension contribution documentation.
Lance Corporal S4 Logistics
German Air Force
Osnabrueck, Germany
10.1993 - 10.1994
Coordinated and oversaw execution of logistics operations
Identified and implemented supply chain improvement opportunities
Coordinated details for all missions, including delegating unit member assignments.
Education
ESL Internship Program Accounting: ESL Pathways -
Tamwood
04.2004
German Tax Law -
University of Applied Sciences Osnabrueck
01.2002
Accountant Specialist Apprenticeship -
Dr. Mertens und Partner
06.1993
Payroll Compliance Legislation -
National Payroll Institute
Ongoing
Skills
Strategic Planning
Company Representation
Leadership Team Building
Regulatory Compliance
Organizational Leadership
Partnership Development
Financial Management
Timeline
Campus Coordinator / Program Coordinator
Excel Career College
05.2023 - 05.2024
President
Camber College
07.2006 - 03.2023
Accountant Specialist
Best Books Inc.
12.2004 - 07.2006
Executive Assistant to the President
KHP GmbH
04.2002 - 04.2004
Accountant Specialist
Dr. Mertens und Partner
11.1994 - 03.1995
Lance Corporal S4 Logistics
German Air Force
10.1993 - 10.1994
ESL Internship Program Accounting: ESL Pathways -
Tamwood
German Tax Law -
University of Applied Sciences Osnabrueck
Accountant Specialist Apprenticeship -
Dr. Mertens und Partner
Payroll Compliance Legislation -
National Payroll Institute
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