Karine Boulanger, CPA
Moose Jaw,SK
Summary
Passionate professional skilled in leadership with strong background in financial modeling. Expertise includes developing new strategies and processes to optimize financial operations. Passionate about providing sound financial advice and helping divisions reaching strategic goals. Possesses strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to build and foster long-term relationships.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Change Management Analyst
Moose Jaw Military Family Resource Centre
2021.12 - Current
- Developed reporting tools and significantly optimized existing workbooks to enhance productivity and user-friendliness
- Collaborated with project teams to ensure the successful execution of annual operating plan
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships across four assigned portfolios through efficient time management and proactive initiatives
Coordinator - Financial Services Department
Centre de services scolaire de Portneuf
2019.07 - 2021.10
- Designed quarterly financial reports and delivered benchmarking analyses to department heads, optimizing resource allocation and collaboratively addressing any identified gaps
- Directed the finance team to consistently meet critical deadlines for the budgeting process and audit file production, managing a budget of approximately $110M
- Built and delivered executive presentations, tailoring content for non-financial audiences
Accounting Lead
Ministère De La Santé Et Des Services Sociaux
2018.01 - 2019.06
- Developed a Microsoft Excel forecasting template with macros, automating the compilation of forecasts for over 100 projects to streamline budgeting
- Forecasted cash flow management across multiple capital projects, optimizing the balance between loans and equity
- Served as a financial liaison to senior management, delivering timely and insightful responses to financial inquiries
Financial Business Analyst
Commission scolaire des Premières-Seigneuries
2017.09 - 2017.12
- Played a pivotal role within the financial team during the end-of-fiscal-year closure, resolving issues and easing workload pressure on the entire team
Administrative Manager
Commission scolaire du Chemin-du-Roy (CFP Bel-Avenir)
2017.01 - 2017.09
- Performed cost-benefit analyses on deficit programs, facilitating strategic decision-making
- Created operational reports for department heads, conducting monthly, meticulous monitoring, with a special focus on units navigating challenging conditions
- Enhanced teamwork culture by implementing team meetings and fostering cross-communication among administrative staff, effectively addressing operational challenges
Coordinator - Financial Services Department
Commission scolaire de la Rivière-du-Nord
2016.01 - 2016.12
- Developed educational resources and established internal controls to accommodate a significant staff turnover, resulting in enhanced transaction accuracy
- Led the planning, delegation, and supervision of audit file preparation (budget approximately $300M), fostering a positive work environment while under pressure
Financial Business Analyst
Commissions scolaires des Samares et de la Rivière-du-Nord
2014.08 - 2015.08
- Served as a resource and facilitator for stakeholders, providing operational and financial insights to facilitate informed decision-making
- Conducted regular internal audits across various units, leading to effective risk mitigation and streamlined administrative processes while maintaining positive relationships
- Designed and delivered group training sessions on tax receipts, budget preparation, and petty cash reconciliation, enhancing the financial management skills of units
Financial Advisor
Banque Nationale
2012.04 - 2014.05
- Delivered exceptional customer service through proactive, solution-oriented approaches, nurturing long-term relationships
- Negotiated challenging situations using tact, addressing both regulatory requirements and customer needs
Education
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) -
Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés
09.2020
Bachelor Degree in Accounting - undefined
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
12.2018
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration - Financial Services
Université Laval
05.2013
Skills
- Cross functional collaboration
- Positive leadership
- Communication planning
- Creative problem solving
- Adaptability to ambiguous situation
- Time management and task prioritization
- Financial reporting and internal controls
- Resources allocation and forecasting
- Comparative analysis
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Change Management Analyst
Moose Jaw Military Family Resource Centre
2021.12 - Current
Coordinator - Financial Services Department
Centre de services scolaire de Portneuf
2019.07 - 2021.10
Accounting Lead
Ministère De La Santé Et Des Services Sociaux
2018.01 - 2019.06
Financial Business Analyst
Commission scolaire des Premières-Seigneuries
2017.09 - 2017.12
Administrative Manager
Commission scolaire du Chemin-du-Roy (CFP Bel-Avenir)
2017.01 - 2017.09
Coordinator - Financial Services Department
Commission scolaire de la Rivière-du-Nord
2016.01 - 2016.12
Financial Business Analyst
Commissions scolaires des Samares et de la Rivière-du-Nord
2014.08 - 2015.08
Financial Advisor
Banque Nationale
2012.04 - 2014.05
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) -
Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés
Bachelor Degree in Accounting - undefined
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration - Financial Services
Université Laval
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