Gurdeen Kaur
Timmins,ON
Summary
Results-driven professional with 5+ years’ experience in HR, finance, and retail operations. Led onboarding for 75+ employees annually with a 90% retention rate and improved engagement by 20%. Managed $5M+ budgets, reduced costs by 12%, and boosted ROI by 10%. Achieved 100% compliance in audits and filings while cutting financial risk by $500K. Skilled in KPI analysis, team leadership, and aligning HR and finance strategies to drive profitability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Services Associate
The Home Depot Canada
11.2024 - Current
Cashier
The Home Depot Canada
04.2024 - 11.2024
Store Associate
TJX Canada (Winners, Marshalls, HomeSense)
04.2024 - 08.2024
Human Resources Manager
RS Global Immigration
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Managed hiring and onboarding for over 75 new employees annually, ensuring a seamless transition and retention rate of 90% within the first year.
- Resolved 95% of workplace conflicts within 5 business days, and improved communication flow between staff and management, increasing employee satisfaction scores by 20%.
- Organized and delivered 10+ training programs per year, achieving an average training satisfaction rate of 92%, and coordinated bi-annual performance reviews for all staff.
- Oversaw compensation programs, including 100% compliance in salary administration, managed quarterly bonus distribution, and maintained competitive benefits offerings contributing to a 15% decrease in turnover.
- Ensured full compliance with labor laws and safety regulations, with zero violations in the past 3 years.
- Launched 5 wellness initiatives, resulting in a 25% increase in employee participation and a 12% reduction in absenteeism.
- Aligned HR strategy with business goals, forecasting workforce needs with 95% accuracy, and developed a succession plan covering 100% of key leadership roles.
- Managed HR information systems for 500+ employees, utilizing data analytics to improve retention strategies and reduce hiring costs by 18%.
- Supported 4 major organizational change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal productivity disruption.
- Advised senior management on HR best practices, contributing to a 10% increase in operational efficiency and higher engagement across departments.
Accounts & Finance Manager
RS Global Immigration
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Prepared and managed an annual budget exceeding $5 million, including forecasting of revenue, expenses, and cash flow with 95% accuracy.
- Ensured 100% on-time preparation of monthly and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
- Monitored and managed daily cash flow, maintaining liquidity above 1.5x operating needs, and reduced cash shortfalls by 90% year-over-year.
- Implemented cost control measures that reduced operating expenses by 12% annually without affecting service quality or employee satisfaction.
- Ensured 100% compliance with tax regulations; accurately filed quarterly and annual tax returns, avoiding any penalties or late fees.
- Conducted in-depth financial analysis, delivering insights that led to a 15% increase in net profit and 10% improvement in ROI across business units.
- Coordinated with internal and external auditors, achieving clean audit reports for 4 consecutive years and enhancing financial transparency.
- Advised on capital investments and financial strategies that generated a 20% return on investment and reduced financial risk exposure by 25%.
- Oversaw implementation and maintenance of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Visual Catpro), increasing reporting efficiency by 40% and accuracy by 99.5%.
- Identified key financial risks and implemented mitigation strategies, reducing potential liabilities by $500K annually and improving overall financial resilience.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Project Management
Northern College of Applied Arts And Technology
Timmins, ON04-2025
Postgraduate Certificate - Global Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology
Northern College of Applied Arts And Technology
Timmins, ON04-2024
Master of Business Administration - Finance and Human Resources
Guru Nanak Dev University College
Jalandhar, Punjab05.2019
Bachelor's Degree - Commerce
Guru Nanak Dev University College
Jalandhar, Punjab05.2017
Skills
- Payroll Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Workplace Improvements
- Personnel Recruitment
- Complaint handling
- Bookkeeping
- MS Office Suite
- Tax Forms
- Cashflow Analysis
- Budgeting
- Customer Service
- Customer Relations
- Employee Relations
- Cash Management
- Payment Collection
- Payables
- Receivables
- Income Tax Returns
- Drawer Balancing
- Filing
Timeline
Special Services Associate
The Home Depot Canada
11.2024 - Current
Cashier
The Home Depot Canada
04.2024 - 11.2024
Store Associate
TJX Canada (Winners, Marshalls, HomeSense)
04.2024 - 08.2024
Human Resources Manager
RS Global Immigration
06.2019 - 07.2023
Accounts & Finance Manager
RS Global Immigration
06.2019 - 07.2023
Master of Business Administration - Finance and Human Resources
Guru Nanak Dev University College
Bachelor's Degree - Commerce
Guru Nanak Dev University College
Postgraduate Certificate - Project Management
Northern College of Applied Arts And Technology
Postgraduate Certificate - Global Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology
Northern College of Applied Arts And Technology
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