Gregory Rose
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with over a decade of experience supporting nationally recognized organizations across diverse industries. Expertise in strategic leadership and operational support with a commitment to process improvements that enhance efficiency and uphold financial integrity. Proficient in navigating complex corporate environments, prioritizing transparent communication, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to align organizational objectives. A proven track record of driving measurable growth and sustained success underscores my dedication to excellence in every endeavor.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Union Environmental Solutions Inc
01.2021 - Current
- Lead full-cycle accounting including AP, AR, billing, general ledger, revenue tracking, accruals, and closing.
- Develop and oversee annual budgets and rolling forecasts; provide financial analysis for targets.
- Manage cash flow and prepare liquidity projections.
- Prepare executive financial reports for strategic decisions.
- Approve payroll to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Design and implement company policy, cost controls, procedures, and reporting systems.
- Support vendor/contract management and procurement.
- Project lead for system integration: UAT, training, documentation.
Consultant
Client Consulting and Bookkeeping
01.2020 - Current
- Conduct financial needs analyses; recommend solutions.
- Perform bookkeeping and maintain financial records.
Financial Accountant
The Daniels Corporation
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed full-cycle accounting and reporting for multiple projects.
- Prepared, reconciled, and approved monthly loan draw packages ($5–10M) with Altus Group.
- Developed occupancy/final closing templates adopted firm-wide.
- Collaborated on monthly budget packages for leaders.
- Reviewed AP/AR batches, tax filings, and journal entries.
Senior Project Accountant
Lanterra Developments
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed accounting/reporting for development projects.
- Worked with management on pro forma budgets, cash flow, and variance analyses.
- Prepared year-end packages and audit schedules.
- Prepared/monitored loan draw packages.
Senior Accountant (Contract)
Fram + Slokker Real Estate
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Led month-end closing; prepared management reports.
- Maintained budgets/cash flow for new developments; produced investor reports.
- Analyzed capital cost-to-completion for $300M mixed-use project with CMLC.
- Authorized all journal entries; improved reconciliation templates for efficiency/control.
Senior Financial Analyst (Contract)
Deloitte Canada
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Planned and executed national capital call project.
- Prepared equity partner distribution reporting/analysis.
- Managed partner portal; ensured data integrity.
- Documented control procedures; improved operational transparency.
- Led financial integrity project; automated retired partner reporting/scenario analysis.
Accounting Analyst
Mark Anthony Group
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed monthly commission revenue/SKU margin/ROI reporting.
- Led Ontario consignment sales automation; improved efficiency by 60%.
- Tracked agency wine shipments, boosting integrity and net profit by 10%.
Reporting Analyst, Fixed Asset Lead
McDonalds Restaurants of Canada
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Supervised three fixed asset accountants; approved journal/month-end packages.
- Supported Oracle rollout: UAT, training, construction manager liaison.
- Directed national restaurant asset audit and cost accounting clean-up.
General Accountant
Virgin Mobile Canada
01.2008 - 01.2010
General Accountant
Ogilvy & Mather
01.2006 - 01.2008
Education
Advanced Accounting Diploma -
George Brown College
01.2006
BBA - Accounting
Ryerson University
01.2011
Skills
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Financial statement preparation & reporting
- Month-end/year-end close management
- Forecasting & financial analysis
- Management reporting expertise
- ERP systems implementation (Oracle, SAP, Newstar)
- Process improvement leadership
- Project management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Payroll processing
- Cash flow management
- Internal controls development
- Procedure development
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Controller
Union Environmental Solutions Inc
01.2021 - Current
Consultant
Client Consulting and Bookkeeping
01.2020 - Current
Financial Accountant
The Daniels Corporation
01.2019 - 01.2021
Senior Project Accountant
Lanterra Developments
01.2017 - 01.2019
Senior Accountant (Contract)
Fram + Slokker Real Estate
01.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Financial Analyst (Contract)
Deloitte Canada
01.2015 - 01.2016
Accounting Analyst
Mark Anthony Group
01.2013 - 01.2015
Reporting Analyst, Fixed Asset Lead
McDonalds Restaurants of Canada
01.2011 - 01.2013
General Accountant
Virgin Mobile Canada
01.2008 - 01.2010
General Accountant
Ogilvy & Mather
01.2006 - 01.2008
Advanced Accounting Diploma -
George Brown College
BBA - Accounting
Ryerson University
QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor Certification
QuickBooks Online Pro Advisor Certification