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Joseph Diaz

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Detail-oriented Accountant with 5+ years of experience in financial operations, reconciliation, and process development across multi-entity environments. Proven ability to manage and reconcile high-volume transactions across up to 15 entities, identify discrepancies, and improve financial processes in unstructured and fast-paced settings. Experienced in managing end-to-end financial workflows including cash flow, payments, and month-end close. Strong analytical mindset with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement, with a growing interest in fintech and operational systems.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Accountant

NewStar Capital
Edmonton, Alberta
10.2024 - Current

• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations across 15 entities, ensuring accuracy of high-volume financial transactions

• Track and manage operational financial schedules, supporting visibility into cash movement and balances

• Oversee cash flow management and assist with forecasting and financial planning

• Review and validate month-end and year-end close processes across multiple entities

• Execute vendor payment setups and manage outgoing payment workflows (EFT, wires, etc.)

• Collaborate with external accountants to coordinate year-end reporting and compliance

• Identify inefficiencies and implement improved financial procedures and controls

• Prepare GST filings and ensure regulatory compliance

Freelance Bookkeeper

Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy
Edmonton, AB
01.2018 - Current

• Built and maintained a full-cycle accounting system using QuickBooks

• Recorded and reconciled financial transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness

• Produced monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

• Maintained general ledger integrity and chart of accounts

• Prepared GST filings and year-end adjustments

• Streamlined reporting processes to improve efficiency and data accuracy

Accountant

Cash Casino Calgary
Calgary, AB
11.2022 - 10.2024

• Conduct daily cash reconciliations and transaction reviews across 3 entities in a high-volume environment

• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy

• Track operational activity and investigate discrepancies across financial records

• Assist in cash flow tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting

• Maintain and update debt continuity schedules and supporting documentation

• Analyze income statements and identify variances or inconsistencies

• Support monthly and annual financial statement preparation

• Assist in implementing process improvements and internal controls

• Ensure compliance with GAAP standards and reporting requirements

General Accountant

Pinnacle Lifestyles
Calgary, Alberta
07.2021 - 11.2022

• Supported implementation of accounting systems (QuickBooks Online, Jonas Premier)

• Built and improved accounting and operational processes in a developing business environment

• Managed accounting and financial tracking across 10 entities

• Processed and managed payments via EFT, wires, and cheques

• Reconciled multiple bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts

• Assisted with month-end close and financial reporting

• Managed fixed asset tracking and depreciation schedules

• Coordinated financial aspects of third-party service contracts

• Led setup and maintenance of property management accounting systems

Education

BBA - Accounting

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB
09.2014 - 06.2019

Skills

Transaction Reconciliation (Bank, Cash, Balance Sheet)

Financial Operations & Process Improvement

Discrepancy Investigation & Resolution

Cash Flow Management

Month-End & Year-End Close

Multi-Entity Accounting (3–15 Entities)

QuickBooks Online, Jonas Premier

Financial Reporting & Analysis

GAAP Compliance

Cross-functional Coordination

Timeline

Accountant

NewStar Capital
10.2024 - Current

Accountant

Cash Casino Calgary
11.2022 - 10.2024

General Accountant

Pinnacle Lifestyles
07.2021 - 11.2022

Freelance Bookkeeper

Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy
01.2018 - Current

BBA - Accounting

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
09.2014 - 06.2019
Joseph Diaz