Elen Marsha
Whitby,ON
Summary
Experienced Bookkeeper & Accountant with a strong background in full-cycle accounting, tax preparation, and financial reporting. Skilled in managing client communications, ensuring compliance, and resolving discrepancies. Proven ability to generate accurate financial statements, support audits, and maintain organized records across multiple industries. Dedicated to delivering timely, high-quality financial services.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper & Accountant
Accounting Plus Business Services (APBS)
North York, Canada
01.2018 - Current
- Independently manage full-cycle bookkeeping for small to mid-sized businesses.
- Prepare and file HST, WSIB, EHT, and payroll remittances in compliance with CRA regulations.
- Prepare year-end working papers and complete T1 (personal) and T2 (corporate) tax returns.
Generate financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flows) and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely client reporting.
Communicate with clients to gather documentation and clarify financial issues.
Post journal entries to the general ledger and reconcile bank statements monthly.
Provide audit support by preparing documents and answering inquiries.
Senior Auditor
Tibebe Mengistu and Co. Chartered Certified Accountants and Authorized Auditors
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
02.2012 - 05.2014
- Drafted audit reports for managerial review.
- Analyzed financial statements, identified reporting gaps, and provided recommendations.
- Interacted with client staff and third parties to discuss audit findings.
- Participated in audit committee presentations to company shareholders.
- Evaluated internal control systems to ensure efficiency of operations and compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Performed audit procedures on complex transactions, including revenue recognition, inventory valuation, accounts receivable and payable and investments.
Accountant
ATL Trading PLC
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
05.2011 - 09.2011
- Prepared monthly tax reports and financial statements.
- Posted entries and performed monthly bank reconciliations.
- Administered payroll and employee benefits.
- Managed bank deposits and handled inventory reporting.
- Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
Assistant Lecturer
Arba Minch University
Ethiopia, Ethiopia
07.2006 - 09.2008
- Delivered lectures and tutorials in Accounting, Economics, and Financial Management.
- Advised students on final year projects and contributed to curriculum development for distance learning programs.
- Taught core courses such as Principles of Accounting, Banking Practices, and Financial Management.
Education
Currently pursuing CPA designation - Core 1 in progress
05.2025
Bridging Program for Internationally Educated Professionals (IEP) -
York University
Toronto, ON09-2018
M.Sc. - Accounting and Finance
Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia12.2010
B.A. - Accounting and Finance
Arba Minch University
Arba Minch, Ethiopia12.2006
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Compliance audits
- Tax preparation
- Data analysis
- Client communication
- Team collaboration
Training And Professional Development
Certified training on various accounting software platforms.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bookkeeper & Accountant
Accounting Plus Business Services (APBS)
01.2018 - Current
Senior Auditor
Tibebe Mengistu and Co. Chartered Certified Accountants and Authorized Auditors
02.2012 - 05.2014
Accountant
ATL Trading PLC
05.2011 - 09.2011
Assistant Lecturer
Arba Minch University
07.2006 - 09.2008
Currently pursuing CPA designation - Core 1 in progress
Bridging Program for Internationally Educated Professionals (IEP) -
York University
M.Sc. - Accounting and Finance
Addis Ababa University
B.A. - Accounting and Finance
Arba Minch University
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