Ljiljana Mikic
Accounting/Bookkeeping
Burlington,ON
Summary
A business professional with 25+ years as an Staff Accountant and Certified Bookkeeper with specific experience in performing completions and reviews engagements. Detail-oriented, efficient and organized professional with extensive experience in accounting systems. Possess strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to make well thought out decisions. Expertise in Case Ware and Case View program, from initial set up to consolidation. Resourceful in the completion of projects; effective at multi-tasking. Experience researching GAAP accounting issues. Ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner. Maintained positive, professional relationships with the firm's banking institutions. Detail-oriented Bookkeeper with financial reporting and regulatory compliance expertise. Managed bookkeeping services for private clients and consistently adhered to complex standards. Exceptional bookkeeping, reporting and communications skills enabled impressive results.
Detail-oriented Bookkeeper well versed in payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Excelled in corporate bookkeeping services delivery and learned new technologies to improve efficiency. Impressive accounting and communications skills leading to desirable outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Bookkeeper
LBMikic Bookkeeping Services Inc.
1999.01 - Current
- Provided services for start-up, small and medium size businesses
- Prepared of monthly reconciliations to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness (including bank statements, general ledger, general journal and intercompany accounts.) Prepared financial reports ensuring all deadlines are met for HST/GST, PST, Payroll and WCB
- Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decisionmaking.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Collaborated with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process, providing necessary documentation as required.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by automating routine bookkeeping tasks.
- Improved tax preparation efficiency, organized and reviewed all relevant financial documents.
- Supported decision-making by preparing accurate monthly financial statements.
- Assisted with cost reduction by identifying unnecessary expenses through detailed financial analysis.
- Facilitated better cash management, closely monitored cash flow statements.
- Reduced errors in financial statements with meticulous attention to detail during data entry.
- Increased transparency in financial reporting, updated stakeholders with regular budget forecasts.
- Strengthened financial operations by conducting bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Prepared accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end reports
- Ensured client invoices are collected in a timely manner and recorded in bookkeeping software
- Prepared accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenue and expenses
- Performed accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including processing and preparing reports
- Consistently identify, plan and implement process and resource improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness
- Assisted with the implementation and design of controls and procedures to safeguard client company assets
- Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of monthly firm financial statements for client companies.
Accounting/Bookkeeping
TINO GAETANI & CARUSI CA
2012.07 - 2022.12
- Provide various bookkeeping tasks
- Provide computer support for clients.
- Processed journal entries, guaranteeing accurate reflection of company finances within the general ledger system.
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business expense processing.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Maintained accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial reports, highlighting key performance indicators for management review.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations, applying best practices when executing daily bookkeeping tasks.
- Improved cash flow management by closely monitoring accounts receivable and promptly following up on overdue invoices.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Implemented software upgrades that streamlined accounting tasks, increasing departmental productivity without sacrificing accuracy.
- Ensured data integrity by consistently maintaining up-to-date documentation of accounting policies and procedures used within the organization.
- Managed payroll processing, guaranteeing timely and accurate compensation for employees while adhering to tax regulations.
- Exceeded internal control requirements by routinely reviewing and updating policies to reflect changing business needs and regulatory expectations.
- Maintained accurate financial records with diligent bookkeeping practices, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Coordinated monthly closing activities, ensuring accurate representation of financial information within strict deadlines.
- Conducted regular inventory reconciliations to confirm accuracy between physical stock counts and reported figures in the general ledger system.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders, fostering trust and confidence in the accounting department''s capabilities.
- Participated in cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements within the finance department.
- Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors through continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive financial statements, contributing to transparent reporting of company performance.
- Reduced discrepancies in accounts receivable through diligent follow-up on outstanding invoices and consistent communication with clients.
- Assisted in preparing annual tax filings according to government regulations while minimizing potential liabilities through careful tax planning strategies.
- Utilized advanced Excel skills to create detailed reports that informed strategic decision-making processes for upper management.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.
- Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
- Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and work flow downtime.
Staff Accountant
DRAGANJAC PRESSMAN CA
1999.01 - 2011.01
- Carried independently out account verifications and balance verifications tasks
- Introduced Case Ware and Case View program into work process which prove to be cost effective and increased efficiency by 75%
- Experienced in performing completions and reviews engagements to report for further review by Senior Accountant, including completion of the working paper files, financial statements, and notes
- Provided various analyses of income statements and balance sheet items
- Created and maintained Case Ware/Case View statements and electronically imported information via GIFI into T2
- Prepared T1 returns ranging from simple to more complicated (business, rental statements and investments)
- Performed bookkeeping services for various businesses
- Analyzed and reconciled general ledger items and made required adjustments
- Experienced with government fillings
- (HST/GST, PST, Payroll, WCB T4, T4 summary, T5 and T5 summary)
- Ensured compliance with accounting deadlines.
- Experienced in performing completions and review engagements for further review by Senior Accountant, including completion of the working paper files, financial statements, and notes
- Provided various analyses of income statements and balance sheet items
- Analyzed and reconciled general ledger items and made required adjustments
- Ensured compliance with accounting deadlines.
Education
Tax Accounting Certificate -
Sheridan College Institute of Technology
01.2012
Certified Bookkeeper -
Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (IPBC)
01.2012
Accounting-Finance Certificate -
Ryerson University
01.2002
Diploma in Accounting and Computers -
Toronto School of Business
01.1998
Skills
- Expert in Case Ware and Case View program, proficient in Taxprep and Profile T1, T2, T3, Doc.It Publisher and Archive, CPM, Form Master, Quick Books, Quicken, Money Works, Simply Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Power Point; familiar with Business Vision, ACCPAC and any accounting and bookkeeping software.
- ProAdviser for Quickbooks Online and Desktop
- Advanced computer skills
- Financial Recordkeeping
- Full-cycle accounting
- Budget support
- Tax Preparation
- Financial statements expertise
- Cloud accounting
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Handling Confidential Materials
Languages
Fluent in English
Fluent in Croatian
Timeline
Accounting/Bookkeeping
TINO GAETANI & CARUSI CA
2012.07 - 2022.12
Certified Bookkeeper
LBMikic Bookkeeping Services Inc.
1999.01 - Current
Staff Accountant
DRAGANJAC PRESSMAN CA
1999.01 - 2011.01
Tax Accounting Certificate -
Sheridan College Institute of Technology
Certified Bookkeeper -
Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (IPBC)
Accounting-Finance Certificate -
Ryerson University
Diploma in Accounting and Computers -
Toronto School of Business
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