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Danny Wang

Toronto

Summary

Licensed CPA with 30 months of experience in public accounting, specializing in audit and assurance. Strong skill set in Excel, highly proficient in developing and managing complex workbooks using advanced functions such as Xlookup, Index-Match, Pivot Tables, Data Analysis, text functions, and dynamic naming functions. Technical expertise in IFRS and ASPE through working with diverse clients. Problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills further enhance capabilities. Experienced with Quickbooks Desktop/Online, Caseware and CaseView, Profile, and TaxCycle.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sabbatical

10.2024 - Current
  • Took a sabbatical to focus on personal well-being and professional growth through travel and skill development

Manager, Advisory and Financial Accounting

Greysuits Advisors Inc.
06.2024 - 10.2024
  • Collaborated professionally with clients to deliver customized solutions to address complex challenges, such as accounting framework adoption and implementing internal controls to ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements
  • Spearheaded accounting process improvements, effectively reducing month end close time by 25% for various clients
  • Led month-end and year-end closing procedures for clients from varying backgrounds to ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial information under GAAP (IFRS & ASPE) to management and stakeholders under tight deadlines
  • Revamped AP payment process to ensure timely payments to key operational vendors while optimizing cash flow by identifying non-essential vendor payments that could be strategically deferred, enhancing cash conversion cycle
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends and risks, providing actionable insights helped clients reduce unnecessary costs to improve their bottom line
  • Developed and managed cashflow forecasts for various clients, enabling proactive analysis and strategic planning to anticipate business liquidity needs
  • Prepared quarterly and annual budgets for clients to forecast financial performance, anticipate cash flow needs for the period and supported strategic decision making

Senior Accountant, Assurance and Accounting

MNP LLP
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Led IFRS & ASPE audit and review engagements for clients with $10M - $2B in assets, ensuring timely completion within budgeted hours while adhering to high quality standards
  • Mentored and supervised audit teams of 2-4 junior staff, providing coaching that enhanced engagement efficiency and improved working paper quality
  • Proficient in conducting compilation engagements and preparing T2 corporate tax returns in accordance with CSRS 4200 guidance
  • Efficiently prepared working papers and collaborating with clients to complete engagements in a timely fashion
  • Drafted memos on complex accounting topics under GAAP to analyze unusual and non-routine accounting transactions to ensure compliance with IFRS & ASPE
  • Presented audit findings to senior management and board members, delivering insights that enhanced financial reporting accuracy and operational efficiency
  • Accurately prepared personal tax returns, ensuring compliance with Canadian tax laws and optimizing tax benefits for various individuals
  • Served as the primary liaison between engagement team and client to ensure seamless information flow and communication for efficient and timely project completion
  • Prepared financial statements in accordance with IFRS & ASPE and drafted FS note disclosures to ensure accurate reporting of financial results under GAAP, accurately delivering financial information to stakeholders
  • Developed strong working relationships with various clients that resulted in high client satisfaction which resulted in additional business & revenue generated for the firm through client referrals
  • Prepared various complex accounting memos to analyze complex issues relating to IFRS15, 16, IAS 2, 28, 32, 40 and ASPE3400, 3065, 3031, 3856, 3840, 1601

Education

Chartered Professional Accountants License (Ontario) -

03.2024

Master of Accounting and Financial Management -

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
08.2022

Bachelors of Accounting and Financial Management -

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
12.2021

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving

Certification

Chartered Professional Accountant

Timeline

Sabbatical

10.2024 - Current

Manager, Advisory and Financial Accounting

Greysuits Advisors Inc.
06.2024 - 10.2024

Senior Accountant, Assurance and Accounting

MNP LLP
01.2021 - 06.2024

Bachelors of Accounting and Financial Management -

University of Waterloo

Chartered Professional Accountants License (Ontario) -

Master of Accounting and Financial Management -

University of Waterloo
Danny Wang