Highly motivated and experienced finance professional with 14 years of progressive experience managing financial operations. Proven expertise in financial reporting, process improvement, ERP implementation, post-acquisition management, and team leadership. Expertise in IFRS, internal controls, and audit procedures. Adept at developing and mentoring staff, driving process improvements, and collaborating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Reporting Manager
Lionsgate Canada (Previously EOne)
12.2020 - Current
Lead a team of finance professionals responsible for managing the financial reporting obligations of the global TV finance department
Proactively drove the month-end close cycle, consistently meeting deadlines and ensuring the accuracy of internal consolidated financial statements
Managed monthly balance sheet reporting and variance analysis, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain financial statement integrity
Prepared and distributed internal reports and financial statements and coordinated company's audits prior to deadline dates.
Contributed to the development of robust internal controls that minimized errors in financial reporting while maintaining operational efficiency.
Reduced manual intervention in financial reporting by automating key tasks using advanced software tools.
Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on industry standards and implementing necessary changes to the company''s accounting practices.
Collaborated with internal teams to develop comprehensive financial reports that provided valuable insights into business performance.
Implemented efficient month-end close processes, significantly reducing time taken to generate accurate financial statements for management review.
Supported VP with special projects and additional job duties.
Senior Accountant
Lionsgate Canada
03.2018 - 11.2020
Company Overview: Previously eOne
Managed month-end and year-end reporting process, including variance analysis, review of balance sheet reconciliations, and Intercompany transactions
Assisted with year-end external and internal audits, as well as maintaining the integrity of the financial data
Reviewed key financial processes to create operational efficiencies and identify any control gaps
Prepared and assisted with general ledger (journal entries) analysis and analyzed month and year-end reports
Previously eOne
Led the design, development, and implementation of a new ERP System (Dynamics D365) across our North America, Europe, Australian Film and TV finance departments
Spearhead design and roll-out of financial reports in Power Bi and Prophix for the use of our global Film and TV finance team and stakeholders
Conduct training programs, promoting change management for new finance system and reporting tools
Financial Accountant
GameStop
07.2016 - 01.2018
Managed payroll bookkeeping, taxation returns, and controls for Denmark, Norway, Finland, Ireland, and Sweden
Assisted in the transition of Italy, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria accounting function being moved to Ireland
Supported the preparation of corporation tax calculations and quarterly tax reporting
Managed month-end close processes streamlining the process to meet corporate requirements
Completed monthly balance sheet reconciliations and profit & loss analysis
Assisted in the adoption of IFRS accounts to Local GAAP for annual financial statements
Senior Accountant
Roberts Nathan
08.2014 - 03.2016
Managed the audit team and mentored junior members of staff while assisting with the set-up of the audit team of the Dublin office
Led client audit engagements, including planning, executing, directing, and completing financial audits
Prepared annual accounts and financial statements, including customizing note disclosure as required
Reviewed internal control processes of audit clients, making recommendations for improvements
Compiled and filed corporation tax returns and personal tax returns
Managed and ensured accuracy of revenue, receivable, and expense accrual accounts
Prepared monthly account reports and reconciliation following generally accepted accounting principles and government contracting requirements
Prepared financial statements monthly, quarterly, and annually with variance notes to internal stakeholders
Audit Senior
Byrne Curtin Kelly
04.2013 - 07.2014
Audit Senior
ECOVIS
01.2012 - 03.2013
Audit Senior
Crowley's DFK
09.2009 - 12.2011
Education
ACA Qualified (CPA Equivalent)
Chartered Accountants Ireland
Ireland
09-2013
Bachelors of Honours - Accounting and Finance
Dublin City University
Ireland
09-2009
Skills
Financial reporting experience
Management reporting
Relationship building
Team building leadership
Internal Controls
Process Enhancement
Adaptability and flexibility
Excellent interpersonal skills
Critical Thinking
Problem-Solving
IFRS
GAAP
Accomplishments
Led the design, development, and implementation of a new ERP System (Dynamics D365) across our North America, Europe, Australian Film and TV finance departments.
Spearhead design and roll-out of financial reports in Power Bi and Prophix for the use of our global Film and TV finance team and stakeholders.
Conduct training programs, promoting change management for new finance system and reporting tools.
Timeline
Financial Reporting Manager
Lionsgate Canada (Previously EOne)
12.2020 - Current
Senior Accountant
Lionsgate Canada
03.2018 - 11.2020
Financial Accountant
GameStop
07.2016 - 01.2018
Senior Accountant
Roberts Nathan
08.2014 - 03.2016
Audit Senior
Byrne Curtin Kelly
04.2013 - 07.2014
Audit Senior
ECOVIS
01.2012 - 03.2013
Audit Senior
Crowley's DFK
09.2009 - 12.2011
ACA Qualified (CPA Equivalent)
Chartered Accountants Ireland
Bachelors of Honours - Accounting and Finance
Dublin City University
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