Luiz Gustavo Fonseca de Oliveira
Vancouver
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven Accountant with over 3+ years of experience in financial management and reporting. Leveraging comprehensive knowledge and expertise, actively participated in complex financial transaction, such as RTO (Reverse Takeover) deal, where created memos transitioning from ASPE to IFRS standards. Additionally, played a pivotal role in annual and quarterly external audits, ensuring regulatory compliance and process efficiency. With a solid understanding of Canadian tax regulations, and IFRS, Ensure accuracy and adherence to financial standards. Known for attentive organizational skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking abilities, Dedicated to leading strategic financial initiatives to encourage growth and success in a dynamic setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Young Guns Container Crew
10.2022 - Current
- Managed full-cycle accounting operations, including month-end review procedures and preparation of comprehensive financial reports.
- Orchestrated payroll data entry and processing for workforce of over 150 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Oversaw treasury and cash management activities, including meticulous reconciliation of banking transactions, credit card processing, and preparation of Canadian sales tax returns.
- Developed insightful financial analysis and performance reports, providing valuable insights to support senior management in decision-making processes.
- Spearheaded implementation of streamlined processes and procedures, enhancing operational efficiency within organization.
- Collaborated closely with Finance team to construct annual budgets for all Canadian entities, aligning financial strategies with organizational objectives.
- Actively participated in external yearly audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining financial transparency.
Corporate Accountant
Codix Management Inc.
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed full-cycle accounting processes, overseeing all aspects from transaction recording to financial statement preparation.
- Executed payroll operations with attention to detail, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees.
- Played role in budgeting and financial planning activities, collaborating closely with stakeholders to develop comprehensive financial forecasts.
- Monitored cash flow to optimize liquidity and support strategic decision-making.
- Expertly handled indirect tax filings in both Canada and US, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated month-end close procedures, including journal entry preparation, variance analysis, and creation of monthly financial statements.
- Conducted thorough bank and credit card reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
- Developed and maintained documentation for external audits, facilitating smooth audit processes and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Participated in significant RTO transaction for one of company's owners, successfully transitioning accounting standards from ASPE to IFRS.
Accountant Payable Specialist
Paladin Security Group Ltd
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Balanced accounts associated with accounts payable process.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Reconciled processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balance.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
Tax Analyst
Aurora Cannabis Inc.
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Monitored legislative and regulatory arenas for relevant tax issues and updated management to facilitate informed decisions.
- Prepare and filing indirect tax
- Assist with self-assessment process of sales tax
- Reconcile sales tax general ledger accounts
- Register new entities for provincial sales tax
- Work with accounting team to ensure data is available for completion of tax returns
- Support and reply to any audits and inquires
- Work with internal teams on tax planning projects
Accounts Payable Specialist
Aurora Cannabis Inc
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Oversee electronic accounting documents, encompassing invoices, receipt documentation, vendor banking information, vendor credit applications, and other ad-hoc corporate documents.
- Supervise creation and maintenance of vendor records.
- Align purchase orders with invoices and input invoices into computer system.
- Validate invoice approvals, encompassing signatures, cost center, and authority level.
- Assign codes to invoices and employee expense reports, rectifying GL accounts promptly and accurately.
- Conduct bi-monthly credit card reconciliations, collaborating with stakeholders across Company to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation of all charges incurred.
- Reconcile vendor statements and liaise with vendors and/or internal departments concerning discrepancies or issues.
Education
Chartered Professional Accountant -
CPA PREP
Vancouver2025
Certificate - Business Management
Bcit - British Columbia Institute of Technology
Vancouver, BC12.2017
BBA - Business Administration
Universidade 9 de Julho
Sao Paulo, Brazil08.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- QuickBooks and Xero Accounting
- Auditing
- Sage 50, Sage X3 and SAP
- Financial Reporting
- IFRS, US GAAP and ASPE experience
- Variance Analyzes
- Corporation Tax Return
Additional Information
Languages :
Portuguese ( Native )
Spanish ( Fluency)
English ( Fluency )
Timeline
Accountant
Young Guns Container Crew
10.2022 - Current
Corporate Accountant
Codix Management Inc.
03.2021 - 10.2022
Accountant Payable Specialist
Paladin Security Group Ltd
10.2020 - 03.2021
Tax Analyst
Aurora Cannabis Inc.
04.2019 - 06.2020
Accounts Payable Specialist
Aurora Cannabis Inc
04.2018 - 04.2019
Chartered Professional Accountant -
CPA PREP
Certificate - Business Management
Bcit - British Columbia Institute of Technology
BBA - Business Administration
Universidade 9 de Julho
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