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Overview
Work History
Education
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Awards and Accomplishments
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Jag Brar

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

Experienced senior associate in external audit with expertise in performing financial statement testing, management of audit teams and assisting in the drafting of client deliverables. Skilled in the resolution of audit and financial reporting matters.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Associate

Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP
07.2022 - Current
  • Supported development of audit approach and completion of audit planning procedures
  • Completed a variety of areas of audit work which included testing of internal controls, assessing significant estimates, judgments and assumption's made by management, verifying financial statements and supporting disclosures, and performing audit completion procedures
  • Assisted in drafting and interacting with clients in relation to key audit deliverables, such as communication of significant matters and internal control recommendations
  • Delegated tasks to junior members of audit team to provide learning opportunities and coaching, along with providing feedback for improvement

Associate

Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP
11.2020 - 06.2022
  • Worked closely with engagement managers and senior associates to assist in various audit planning procedures
  • Performed testing of various financial statement line items in accordance with the audit testing plan
  • Conducted consistent communication with client staff in regards to testing inquiries to ensure technical matters were handled appropriately


Sales Representative

Telus Mobility
03.2017 - 01.2018
  • Proactively approached clients, inquiring about their needs and ensured satisfaction with suggestions tailored to their needs
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance customer service

Education

CPA Western School of Business
Winnipeg, MB
07.2022

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Accounting

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
05.2020

High School Diploma -

Kildonan East Collegiate
Winnipeg, MB
06.2015

Skills

  • Proficient in use of Microsoft Office programs, with advanced Excel skills
  • Developed strong communication skills by leading audits and providing coaching
  • Exceptional team player with team-work experience, both in junior member and senior coaching roles
  • Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information to make decisions and solve problems
  • Fluent in English, Punjabi and Hindi

Awards and Accomplishments

  • University of Manitoba Centennial Entrance Scholarship
  • 2014-2015 Lawrence Toet Scholarship awarded on behalf of the Federal Government of Canada
  • University of Manitoba Dean's Honor List (2016-2020)


Timeline

Senior Associate

Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP
07.2022 - Current

Associate

Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP
11.2020 - 06.2022

Sales Representative

Telus Mobility
03.2017 - 01.2018

CPA Western School of Business

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Accounting

University of Manitoba

High School Diploma -

Kildonan East Collegiate
Jag Brar