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Michaela Dren

Nepean,ON

Summary

Accomplished Director of Financial Services at Better Business Bureau, adept in operations management and business planning. Excelled in strategic resource allocation, enhancing client relationships, and leading financial teams to ensure compliance and efficient financial reporting. Proven track record in mentoring teams, improving workflows, and implementing innovative financial strategies. Skilled in contract negotiation and non-profit management, consistently achieving beyond set goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Financial Services

Better Business Bureau
02.2022 - Current
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
  • Maintain accurate and transparent financial records, ensuring up-to-date, complaint financials, including payroll and taxes
  • Lead and mentor a financial team, managing budgeting and forecasting models.

Finance and Human Resources Manager

Better Business Bureau
08.2019 - 02.2022
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Oversee accounting tasks, including payroll, taxes, and compliance
  • Developed and enforced changes to HR and organizational policies by analyzing industry trends

Bookkeeper

Beck Ltd.
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Maintained financial records for more than 50 clients at any given time
  • Recorded and maintained financial transactions, including purchases, sales, and expenses.
  • Posted journal entries, reconciled accounts, and prepared trial balances.
  • Managed general ledgers and prepared financial statements.
  • Submitted tax remittance forms, workers' compensation, pension contributions, and other government documents.

Education

High School Diploma -

St Francis Xavier Catholic High School
Hammond, ON

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Business Planning
  • Business Administration
  • Financial Reporting
  • Non-profit management
  • Proficient at multiple accounting software

Timeline

Director, Financial Services

Better Business Bureau
02.2022 - Current

Finance and Human Resources Manager

Better Business Bureau
08.2019 - 02.2022

Bookkeeper

Beck Ltd.
08.2018 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

St Francis Xavier Catholic High School
Michaela Dren