James Hedrei
Montreal,QC
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented accountant with experience at Deloitte and private industry, skilled in bank reconciliation and auditing. Proven track record of enhancing compliance measures and accuracy in financial reporting. Strong analytical abilities complemented by effective collaboration with audit teams, ensuring successful outcomes in financial statement preparation and reviews.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Institut Technologie Automobile (ITA)
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented internal controls to enhance financial integrity, reduce errors, and streamline processes
- Digitizing the entire corporation
- Coordinated annual budgeting process, analyzing profits to align departmental needs with organizational goals of growth.
- Assisted in preparing monthly financial statements and reports.
- Oversaw quarterly closing procedures, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Managing employees and payroll
Staff Accountant
Deloitte
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of audits, reviews and compilations
- Analyzed general ledger accounts to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborated with audit teams on preliminary planning
Accounting Internship
Institut Technologie Automobile (ITA)
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Assisted in preparing quarterly and annual financial reports for management review.
- Processed invoices and managed vendor payment schedules efficiently.
- Supported reconciliation of bank statements with accounting software.
- Maintained organized records of financial transactions and documentation.
Assurance Associate
PwC
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential financial discrepancies and enhance compliance measures.
- Collaborated with audit teams to analyze financial statements and ensure accuracy in reporting processes.
- Assisted in the development of audit plans, outlining objectives and methodologies for client engagements.
- Performed numerous inventory counts
Lifeguard
Hilton Doubletree Hotel
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Monitored pool area to ensure guest safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid and rescue assistance as needed.
- Conducted regular inspections of pool facilities, identifying and addressing maintenance issues.
- Educated guests on water safety protocols and proper use of pool facilities.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Accounting
Concordia University
Montreal09-2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Concordia University
Montreal06-2022
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Employee management
- Tech-savvy
- Public speaking (winner of Youth Merit Award / QAIS Public Speaking Competition)
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Organization
- Team building
- Data integration
- Data Analysis
- Inventory management
Accomplishments
Successfully completed CPA program (Wrote CFE)
Graduated with distinction & Golden Key holder
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Institut Technologie Automobile (ITA)
01.2024 - Current
Staff Accountant
Deloitte
09.2022 - 10.2023
Accounting Internship
Institut Technologie Automobile (ITA)
01.2021 - 04.2021
Assurance Associate
PwC
09.2019 - 05.2020
Lifeguard
Hilton Doubletree Hotel
04.2017 - 06.2017
Graduate Diploma - Accounting
Concordia University
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Concordia University