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Marj Wilding - Retired

Bracebridge,Ontario

Summary

Adept Finance Officer with a proven track record, with 35 years of service at the Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka Parry Sound, where I streamlined workflows by implementing Great Plains software and enhanced financial decision-making. Skilled in payroll processing, preparing and managing budgets, invoicing and general accounting functions, I excel in multitasking and prioritizing with unwavering attention to detail. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Officer

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka PS
04.1988 - 02.2023
  • Performed complete bi-weekly payroll cycle, including payments for statutory deductions and benefits
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Annual budget preparation and last quarter financial projections
  • Reported to various funders and Ministries (monthly, quarterly, annually)
  • Assisted with annual audit
  • Monthly bank account(s) reconciliation(s) and management of investments
  • Implemented new accounting software system resulting in improved automation and streamlined workflows (Great Plains)
  • Assisted executive leadership in making informed decisions by providing reliable financial forecasts
  • Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.

Education

Executive Assistant

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, Ontario

Skills

  • Typing and machine transcription
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail
  • Payroll processing
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Accounts payable and Accounts Receivable
  • General ledger accounting and account reconciliation
  • Financial planning, analysis, forecasting and reporting
  • Internal controls including annual audit
  • Expense tracking and reimbursement of same
  • Time management and attention to detail
  • Multitasking; prioritizing and planning
  • Reliability

Timeline

Finance Officer

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka PS
04.1988 - 02.2023

Executive Assistant

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Marj Wilding - Retired