Judy Robbins
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Thirty five years successful accounting / management experience. Dedicated to professionalism, highly motivated toward goal achievement. Ability to monitor financial and administrative functions, resolve problems and provide guidance to ensure efficient operation. Strong aptitude in leadership, team-building and motivational techniques; encourage a free flow of ideas with staff, delegate responsibility, and offer constant support for greater efficiency. Proactive Senior Financial Manager with strong background in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting. Develops and implements financial plans and delivers strategic financial advice. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager – Financial Planning and Analysis – ACCS
City Of Vancouver
09.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between financial plans and business goals.
- Reviews financial implications of all major decisions, including business cases, council reports, contracts and grants
- Work with department staff on a number of special projects :Healthy City Strategy, Housing Working Group, Permits and Licensing project, Planning and Development fee review, Inter municipal licensing,
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Director – Financial Planning and Analysis, Community and Corporate Support
City Of Vancouver
05.2018 - 09.2020
- A Trusted financial and business partner and member of senior leadership team in multiple departments Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to bring together people with a diverse set of interests, styles and areas of expertise, and align them toward a unified goal
- Ability to communicate complex financial and business concepts in simple and concise terms Work with departments to link operational results and drive increase value for money
- Reviews financial and non financial implications of all major decisions, including business cases, council reports, contracts and grants
- Work with department staff on a number of special projects :Healthy City Strategy, Permits and Licensing project, Planning and Development fee review, Medical Marijuana licensing, Inter municipal licensing,
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth for a team of 10 Financial and Budget Analysts
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Manager – Financial Planning and Analysis
City Of Vancouver
09.2012 - 05.2018
- Accurately forecast financial results on a quarterly basis
- Reviews financial implications of all major decisions, including business cases, council reports, contracts and grants
- Enhanced stakeholder understanding of financial performance through clear and concise presentations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between financial plans and business goals.
- Assisted in the successful completion of audits by maintaining accurate records and providing timely responses to inquiries.
- Supported executive decision-making with ad-hoc analyses, highlighting potential risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Assistant Manager – Budgets – Utilities
City Of Vancouver
07.2011 - 09.2012
- Led a team of financial staff to ensure day to day financial operations for the City Utilities where performed in an efficient and timely manner
- Worked with Branch Heads, Director and General Manager of Engineering to prepare Rate models for Sewer, Water, Solid Waste and Neighborhood Energy Utility
- Prepare financial and statistical reports for management
- Worked with various department staff to determine the future model for rate setting, including implementation of a Policy change to Water rate structure to include pay as you go Capital Financing and metering for Single family residences
- Worked as part of the team to support the NEU model Acted as a liaison between the department and corporate Financial Planning and Analysis staff and Financial Services staff to ensure utility reporting is in line with corporate requirements
- Took on the role of engineering team lead working with the Procure to Pay sustainment team to resolve process change issues
- Worked with Internal Audit to improve or create reports to help with the Annual rate setting process.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
Assistant Manager of Financial Reporting
City of Vancouver
09.2007 - 07.2011
- Plan and direct workflow of five staff
- Ensure proper procedures are being maintained by all staff; review and evaluate staff performance; initiate new/more efficient procedures
- Review schedules and working papers related to the interim and annual audits and provide assistance as required to the external auditors during the course of the audit
- Work on a variety of special projects to improve Financial Reporting
- Work with various departments to provide advice on proper procedures for handling Reserve and inter fund entries
- Work as a SAP subject matter expert for the implementation of Hansen and SAP PSIM in order to properly record assets according to the new Public Sector Accounting Standards
- Worked closely with the SEFC Project office to ensure all assets, loans and receiver advances relating to the Olympic Village were reported properly.
Co-ordinator of Financial Reporting
Insurance Corporation of B.C
11.2004 - 09.2006
- Ensure proper procedures are being maintained by six staff; review and evaluate staff performance; initiate new/more efficient procedures
- Prepare financial and statistical reports for management
- Prepare financial schedules and working papers related to the interim and annual audits and provide assistance as required to the external auditors during the course of the audit
- Work on a variety of special projects to improve Financial Reporting for ICBC to ensure accurate reporting to BCUC
- Worked with Senior Management to analyze process and create procedures to ensure that ICBC was performing well in comparison to Industry Benchmarks.
Manager, Accounts Payable
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
10.2001 - 05.2004
- Plan and direct workflow for up to 40 staff, including two assistant managers; accountable for hiring, discipline and dealing with union issues
- Ensure proper procedures are being maintained by all staff; review and evaluate staff performance; initiate new/more efficient procedures
- Correspond with Hospital Executive and Department heads to ensure all departments are receiving appropriate support with regard to invoicing clients, bill payments, and Physician Contracts
- Maintain high service levels, whilst performing government-mandated staff reductions
- Involved in the implementation and testing of a new amalgamated accounts payable system for Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
Foundation Accountant
VGH and UBC Hospital Foundation
09.2000 - 10.2001
- Prepared and presented financial and statistical reports for management, Board of Directors and external agencies
- Provided advice on issues related to CCRA rules and regulations for registered charities
- Oversaw the operations of a large fund-raising lottery to ensure that the standards of the BC gaming Commission, CCRA and generally accepted accounting principles are met
- Performed monthly accounting, daily cash management, long-term investment management, financial statement preparation, annual auditing requirements and year-end functions
- Acted as liaison with Foundation management team, Hospital finance management, and Hospital Executive and Department Heads regarding designated funds, policies and procedures.
Accounting Supervisor
The Loewen Group Inc.
03.1999 - 09.2000
- Accountable for eleven support staff at head office, and oversee all aspects of operational accounting for various regions throughout North America
- Monitored progress of accountants by way of daily communication and periodic performance appraisals
- Completed numerous monthly reports and various analyses requested by management
- Provided regular accounting for new acquisitions and/or small group of locations.
Accountant
The Loewen Group Inc.
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Prepared all necessary balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis, as well as budget spreadsheets for leases, covenants and management fees
- Assisted in the accounting for new acquisitions, including setting up files, reconciliations, communicating with the Acquisition Department.
Controller
Pubs Inc.
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Oversaw all day-to-day accounting operations for a group of six restaurant and nightclub establishments
- Standardized and streamlined accounting procedures for all locations; controlled and administered inter-company funds and loans, set up cash management and inventory control procedures Reviewed and analyzed financial statements; presented to shareholders.
Senior Accountant
Horne and Company Chartered Accountants
01.1989 - 01.1996
- Was accountable for a variety of client accounts, preparing all documentation for year-end files, financial statements and all other tax-related returns
- Many accounts involved working directly with clients at their premises as acting controller
- Responsible for overseeing accounts receivable and accounts payable, as well as working with management concerning future growth and business development; prepared budgets and cash flow forecasts, in addition to various other management reports.
Education
Certified Professional Accountant Designation - Accounting
Certified General Accountant
01.1991
Accounting Diploma -
01.1988
Skills
- Variance Analysis
- Management Reporting
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Financial Modeling
- Financial Reporting
- Critical Thinking
- Scenario Analysis
References
References available upon request.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Manager – Financial Planning and Analysis – ACCS
City Of Vancouver
09.2020 - Current
Director – Financial Planning and Analysis, Community and Corporate Support
City Of Vancouver
05.2018 - 09.2020
Manager – Financial Planning and Analysis
City Of Vancouver
09.2012 - 05.2018
Assistant Manager – Budgets – Utilities
City Of Vancouver
07.2011 - 09.2012
Assistant Manager of Financial Reporting
City of Vancouver
09.2007 - 07.2011
Co-ordinator of Financial Reporting
Insurance Corporation of B.C
11.2004 - 09.2006
Manager, Accounts Payable
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
10.2001 - 05.2004
Foundation Accountant
VGH and UBC Hospital Foundation
09.2000 - 10.2001
Accounting Supervisor
The Loewen Group Inc.
03.1999 - 09.2000
Accountant
The Loewen Group Inc.
01.1998 - 01.1999
Controller
Pubs Inc.
01.1996 - 01.1997
Senior Accountant
Horne and Company Chartered Accountants
01.1989 - 01.1996
Certified Professional Accountant Designation - Accounting
Certified General Accountant
Accounting Diploma -
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