Lamile Dlamini
Waterloo,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented and analytical professional with over 10 years of experience in payroll administration, employee data management, financial operations, compliance, and process improvement. Mostly in Finance while Proven ability to manage payroll, maintain employee records, generate reports, support benefits administration, and ensure data integrity across multiple systems. Experienced in ADP Payroll, HR-related reporting, onboarding and offboarding processes, employee support, and cross-functional collaboration. Advanced Microsoft Excel user with strong analytical and problem-solving skills while leveraging extensive operational and people-support experience to enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Simpson Print
Waterloo, ON
01.2020 - Current
- Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial statements, forecasts, and variance analyses to senior leadership.
- Manage EFT, ACH, and wire payment runs across multiple legal entities.
- Prepare and update weekly cash flow forecasts, incorporating actuals and analyzing foreign currency requirements.
- Coordinate annual budgeting and long-range planning to align departmental goals with corporate strategy.
- Coordinated annual budgeting and long-range planning to align departmental goals with corporate strategy and enhance financial oversight.
- Developed automated Excel-based financial tools and dashboards that improved reporting accuracy and timeliness.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with department heads and external partners to analyze results and resolve financial discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory filings (T2, T4, WSIB, EHT, HST) and manage payroll through ADP.
- Liaise with auditors and regulatory bodies to ensure timely and accurate financial submissions.
- Own and administer bi-weekly payroll through ADP, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
- Prepare workforce, payroll, and financial reports for leadership to support decision-making and planning.
- Serve as a key point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and leave administration.
- Administer employee benefits and coordinate with external providers to resolve employee concerns.
- Conduct regular audits of employee and payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Generated reports and analyzed workforce data using Excel and ADP systems to support strategic decision-making.
- Develop and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.
- Collaborate with management and external stakeholders to resolve employee, payroll, and operational issues.
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation and statutory reporting requirements including T4s, WSIB, EHT, and payroll remittances.
- Support organizational projects and continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and reporting.
- Improved month-end close efficiency by 25% through automation and process standardization.
- Implemented new variance reporting templates that enhanced leadership visibility into performance drivers.
- Managed payroll processing using ADP software.
- Utilized Sage Intacct for financial management.
- Executed procurement processes using SAP Ariba.
- Implemented Accura MIS for data management.
- Employed Excel for data analysis and reporting.
Junior Accountant
Sota wall Limited
Brampton, ON
01.2013 - 12.2020
- Supported month-end close and reconciliations by preparing journal entries and conducting variance analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Maintained AR/AP records and prepared monthly invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely posting for effective cash flow management.
- Streamlined monthly reconciliations, reducing reporting delays by 15%.
- Assisted with year-end audits, financial reporting, and inventory adjustments using Sage 300 (ACCPAC).
- Supported the finance team with forecasting and financial documentation to enhance control procedures.
- Enhanced documentation and audit readiness across accounting processes to support compliance and streamline audit procedures.
Bookkeeper
Printer Gateway
Toronto, ON
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Oversaw daily accounting tasks, including AP/AR, reconciliations, and financial transaction postings, ensuring seamless financial operations.
- Completed month-end reports and bank reconciliations accurately and on schedule, supporting timely financial decision-making.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.
- Recorded financial transactions using QuickBooks software daily.
- Reconciled bank statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Customer Service Representative
Swaziland Building Society
Manzini, Swaziland
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Progressed through roles from Teller to Customer Service Representative, enhancing customer interaction and service delivery.
- Managed financial transactions, reconciliations, and client advisory, ensuring compliance with banking regulations and improving customer satisfaction.
- Assisted with financial tasks to gain early exposure to banking operations. to financial accuracy, client service, and reporting standards.
Bank Teller
Swaziland Building Society
Mbabane, Swaziland
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Scanned cheques for authenticity, identifying counterfeit items to protect bank assets.
- Assisted clients in opening chequing, savings, and investment accounts, enhancing customer engagement.
- Managed foreign exchange calculations and reconciled payments in various currencies.
- Managed foreign exchange calculations and reconciled payments in various currencies, ensuring accurate transactions.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Yorkville University
Vancouver, BC06.2025
Certificate - Management Accounting
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON10.2017
Simply Accounting -
Saint Gabriel Learning Centre
08.2013
Banking and Business Taxation -
South Africa
03.2010
AAT 4 -
Oxford Business Institute
12.2005
AAT 3 -
Oxford Business Institute
06.2004
Skills
- Financial management
- Cost Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Financial planning
- Risk management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Team leadership
- Critical thinking
- Communication negotiation
- Report writing
- Report Writing
- Communication
- Report Writing
Affiliations
- CPA Ontario, CPA Candidate, Actively pursuing the CPA designation; relevant coursework and progress.
- Canadian Securities Institute (CSI), CSC Candidate, Currently enrolled in the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) to deepen knowledge of investment products and capital markets.
- Financial Executives International (FEI) Canada, Affiliate Member, Engaged in networking, professional development, and financial leadership initiatives.
Additional Information
Ability to travel within and occasionally outside Waterloo Region., Acceptable Police Information Check (Level 2) for bond ability.
Professional Certification And License
- Charted Professional Accounting (CPA), Pursuing
- Canadian Securities Course from CSI, Pursuing
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Simpson Print
01.2020 - Current
Junior Accountant
Sota wall Limited
01.2013 - 12.2020
Bookkeeper
Printer Gateway
01.2013 - 12.2013
Customer Service Representative
Swaziland Building Society
01.2008 - 12.2012
Bank Teller
Swaziland Building Society
01.2006 - 12.2008
AAT 3 -
Oxford Business Institute
AAT 4 -
Oxford Business Institute
Banking and Business Taxation -
South Africa
Simply Accounting -
Saint Gabriel Learning Centre
BBA - Accounting
Yorkville University
Certificate - Management Accounting
University of Toronto