Leanne Erb
Chestermere,AB
Summary
Highly detail-oriented accountant with expertise in accounting operations, financial controls, and compliance to accounting standards. Proven ability to drive team development through coaching, performance evaluation, and constructive feedback, while maintaining a focus on innovation and continuous process improvement. Collaborative team player who engages with cross-functional peers to support organizational initiatives and act as a valuable business partner. Excellent communicator with strong problem-solving skills, ensuring the implementation of robust internal controls, transparency, and financial integrity.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Controller
ConnectFirst Credit Union Ltd.
Calgary, AB
03.2015 - Current
- Oversee financial reporting for the organization and ensure compliance with IFRS standards
- Provide insights into financial information to help inform business decisions and assess risks and opportunities
- Establish internal controls to protect the assets of the credit union and monitor adherence to these controls
- Ensure the integrity of financial data by analyzing information to uncover inconsistencies, errors, or omissions
- Oversee the year-end process, liaising with the external auditors
- Provide leadership to the accounting team by developing and coaching, setting objectives, evaluating performance and providing feedback.
Manager, Corporate Accounting
First Calgary Savings
Calgary, AB
11.2004 - 02.2015
- Managed assets, accounts payable, and general financial reporting processes within the monthly accounting cycle
- Enhanced team performance by overseeing daily activities and mentoring team members
- Developed and maintained robust internal accounting policies and procedures
- Cross-trained existing employees to boost team agility and overall performance.
Accountant
First Calgary Savings
Calgary, AB
01.1998 - 10.2004
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts
- Maintained the integrity of the general ledger accounts, investigating and correcting any irregularities
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values.
Accounting Assistant
City of Medicine Hat
Medicine Hat, AB
08.1994 - 12.1997
- Utilized work order software to efficiently track projects and generate comprehensive weekly and monthly financial reports
- Prepared accurate monthly journal entries to document business transactions
- Conducted thorough general ledger reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial data
- Compiled detailed quarterly budget performance reports and provided insightful commentary on variances.
Education
CPA Preparatory Program -
CPA Alberta
Calgary, AB2026
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting - 1994
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB1994
Skills
- IFRS knowledge
- ERP system experience
- General ledger management
- Account reconciliation
- Internal controls development
- Budget preparation
- Audit management
- Expense control
- Fixed asset management
- Procedure development
- Financial statement preparation
Timeline
Corporate Controller
ConnectFirst Credit Union Ltd.
03.2015 - Current
Manager, Corporate Accounting
First Calgary Savings
11.2004 - 02.2015
Accountant
First Calgary Savings
01.1998 - 10.2004
Accounting Assistant
City of Medicine Hat
08.1994 - 12.1997
CPA Preparatory Program -
CPA Alberta
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting - 1994
University of Calgary