Lariza Parsons
Sherwood Park,AB
Summary
Results-driven Senior Financial Analyst with strong background in financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and budgeting. Excelled in streamlining reporting processes using Hyperion, QuickLaunch, and Power BI, enhancing data accuracy and reporting efficiency. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership abilities, with a focus on delivering results and adding value to the organization. Consistently identified opportunities for process improvements in previous and current roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Financial Analyst
AltaGas Ltd.
Calgary, Alberta
01.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with the Business Segment Finance teams in the preparation of annual operating budgets, and the development of monthly and yearly forecasts.
- Created presentation decks for budget, monthly, and quarterly results reporting.
- Utilized business intelligence tools, including Hyperion, QuickLaunch, and Power BI, to streamline data analysis and reporting processes.
- Conducted variance analysis to compare financial and non-financial results against prior periods, benchmarks, budgets, and forecasts.
- Reported and analyzed the financial and non-financial impact of operational decisions and business development initiatives.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and non-financial data for external reporting.
- Recommended changes in existing procedures in order to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Prepared monthly capital and net book value analysis.
- Assisted with third-party audit processes.
- Prepared ad hoc analysis as required.
Lead Accountant
Gazprom Neft Badra B.V.
Dubai
05.2011 - 02.2015
- Oversaw the full accounting cycle, prepared IFRS financial statements and monthly joint venture reports.
- Managed the month-end and year-end close process, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments.
- Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis of financial schedules, including, but not limited to, the trial balance, general ledgers, withholding taxes, fixed assets, vendor aging, and employee balances.
- Reconciled petty cash and bank accounts on a regular basis.
- Participated in special projects such as system implementations or process improvements.
- Liaised with external auditors to complete annual audits and ensured compliance with reporting deadlines in the Netherlands and Iraq. Coordinated with external partners to complete joint venture audits.
- Coordinated with and supported the head office in the Netherlands, including reviews of quarterly VAT returns.
Senior Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Dubai
11.2010 - 05.2011
- Prepared audit work programs, IFRS financial statements, management letters, and other client deliverables.
- Prepared business analysis frameworks, business performance reviews, financial statement analysis, and other related analyses designed to add value to the scope of the audit.
- Evaluated the client's internal control procedures, developed a test approach to further reduce residual audit risk to an acceptable level, and provided recommendations on perceived weaknesses.
- Performed substantive audit procedures.
- Developed skills in written communication through working paper documentation and memoranda preparation.
- Collaborated closely with Audit Managers, Directors, and Partners on all client and audit team matters.
- Managed the economics of the engagement, and ensured that the budget and progress of assigned audit engagements are on track.
- Motivated, trained, and developed the capabilities of audit associates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines05-2005
Skills
- Annual operating budgets
- Planning and forecasting
- Financial statement analysis
- Cash flow forecasting
- Reconciliations
- Variance analysis
- Presentation decks
- Capital, fixed assets and depreciation analysis
Certification
- Philippine CPA, October 2005
- Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst Certification, January 2025
Timeline
Senior Financial Analyst
AltaGas Ltd.
01.2017 - Current
Lead Accountant
Gazprom Neft Badra B.V.
05.2011 - 02.2015
Senior Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers
11.2010 - 05.2011
- Philippine CPA, October 2005
- Financial Modeling and Valuation Analyst Certification, January 2025
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Santo Tomas
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