Esther Gasana
Summary
Results-driven Financial Analyst with over seven years of experience in finance and insurance, currently excelling at TD Bank. Proven ability to analyze financial performance, conduct variance analysis, and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making. Skilled in financial reporting, account reconciliation, budgeting, and forecasting. Strong background in risk management, project management, and data analysis with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Adept at streamlining financial processes, ensuring compliance, and working collaboratively across departments. Passionate about continuous learning and leveraging financial expertise to drive business success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Analyst
TD Bank
03.2021 - Current
- Manage monthly reconciliations of fixed asset accounts (CIP, accumulated depreciation, disposals), ensuring accuracy and alignment with the general ledger and company policy.
- Monitor CIP accounts and capitalized assets upon project completion in accordance with accounting standards.
- Prepare and delivered monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management, supporting strategic decisions and compliance.
- Facilitate timely month-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and resolving discrepancies across financial systems.
- Perform flux and variance analysis on fixed assets and budgets; delivered actionable commentary to support financial reviews.
- Develop dashboards and visual reports using Excel and Tableau to enhance financial visibility and performance tracking.
- Support internal and external audits by compiling documentation and responding to audit inquiries.
- Collaborat with cross-functional teams in operations, IT, and procurement to align financial processes with business goals.
- Mentor junior analysts, reviewed their work for accuracy, and upheld high standards in financial reporting.
Insurance Advisor
The Cooperators
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Quoted and sold property and auto insurance in compliance with underwriting guidelines, consistently meeting or exceeding sales and quality targets.
- Advised clients on coverage options and performed frontline underwriting to ensure appropriate risk assessment and policy placement.
- Delivered high levels of customer satisfaction by combining critical thinking and clear communication to resolve inquiries and tailor insurance solutions.
Accountant- Admin Assistant
Business Continuity Plan LTD
04.2015 - 03.2017
- Researched and identified consultancy requests for proposals (RFPs) to support business development efforts.
- Managed cash inflows and outflows across accounts; oversaw accounts payable/receivable, deposit reconciliation, and budget tracking for accurate financial reporting.
- Entered and verified published financial statements of financial institutions, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
- Provided administrative and financial support during company restructuring, collaborating with field staff for smooth project execution.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed financial data, including expenses, assets, and net worth, to maintain accuracy and integrity.
Education
Master's Degree - Project Management
ROME BUSINESS SCHOOL
04-2024
BBA - Business Administration
YORKVILLE UNIVERSITY
03-2023
Diploma - Business Administration And Management
NBCC
06-2019
Skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Mathematics, Business, and Economics
- Corporate financial knowledge Data validation techniques Risk and Project management Data Visualization Asset management Budgeting & Forecasting Variance analysis Financial reporting GL management Account reconciliations
Computer Applications
- Microsoft Office(Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Oracle Hyperion General Ledger SQL SAP Dataloader Tableau
Soft Skills
- Leadership Presentation and data visualization skills Adaptability Analytical Thinking Attention to Detail Communication Problem-Solving Time Management Cross-Functional Collaboration
Affiliations
- Insurance Institute of Canada
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
- Certified Public Accountant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Swahili
Limited Working
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant: Enrolled.
- Data Analytics-Digital Nova Scotia-Completed.
- CRM-Canadian Risk Management- Insurance Institute of Canada (IIC)-Completed.
Timeline
Financial Analyst
TD Bank
03.2021 - Current
Insurance Advisor
The Cooperators
05.2019 - 02.2021
Accountant- Admin Assistant
Business Continuity Plan LTD
04.2015 - 03.2017
Master's Degree - Project Management
ROME BUSINESS SCHOOL
BBA - Business Administration
YORKVILLE UNIVERSITY
Diploma - Business Administration And Management
NBCC
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