Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline

MARIA SPADARO

Mississauga,Canada

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Board member- Chair

Central Brampton Health Team
11.2018 - Current

Board member - Treasurer

Canadian Safety Association
11.2017 - Current

CFO/Director of HR

Kee National Staffing Solutions
01.2015 - Current
  • Reporting to the president and serving as an integral member of the senior management team
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of a new financial reporting system, resulting in more accurate and timely data for decision-making purposes.
  • Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
  • Played Key role in due-diligence and post merger integration for three separate acquisitions
  • Improved cash position by optimizing working capital requirements
  • Mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute the annual budget process
  • Improve administrative and operational accounting services such payment processing, payroll, accounts payable, and purchasing
  • Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
  • Developed comprehensive employee training programs, resulting in a more skilled workforce.
  • Collaborated on hiring and training of new employees, professional growth of staff and team building and motivation.

Chief Financial Officer/Board Member

Wincor Nixdorf
05.2009 - 12.2014
  • Recruited and trained staff and upgraded financial and administrative infrastructure to meet corporate requirements
  • Develop financial strategies by forecasting capital, and staff requirements; identifying monetary resources; developing action plans
  • Developed a Financial Reporting platform and financial controls matrix in accordance with GAAP, IFRS and other taxing entity requirements, ensuring overall regulatory compliance (through liaison with internal and external audits), a reduction in risk exposure, and sound operation of business
  • Orchestrated budget process with all departments and senior management concluding in the presentation of a final budget approved by the CEO and Board of Directors
  • Compliance Officer for Canadian Operations
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team, encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
  • Oversaw the successful completion of external audits, addressing any recommendations promptly to ensure smooth operations.
  • Advised Board of Directors on strategic financial matters, providing insightful recommendations backed by thorough analysis.


Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, None

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning, Oakville, None

Marketing Diploma - Marketing

Sheridan College, Mississauga, ON

CGA/CPA - Accounting

CGA/CPA

Skills

  • Manage full HR department
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Compliance Officer
  • Staff Management & Development
  • Proficiency in Administration, Finance & IT Management
  • Risk Management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics,Quick Books, SAP and Microsoft Products

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Full Professional

Timeline

Board member- Chair - Central Brampton Health Team
11.2018 - Current
Board member - Treasurer - Canadian Safety Association
11.2017 - Current
CFO/Director of HR - Kee National Staffing Solutions
01.2015 - Current
Chief Financial Officer/Board Member - Wincor Nixdorf
05.2009 - 12.2014
Toronto Metropolitan University - Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting And Finance
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning - Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
Sheridan College - Marketing Diploma, Marketing
CGA/CPA - CGA/CPA, Accounting
MARIA SPADARO