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Natalia Halipchak

London,Canada

Summary

Strategic and detail-oriented Accounting Professional with 10+ years of international and Canadian experience in full-cycle accounting, audit preparation, payroll, and tax compliance. Currently completing the CPA designation with deep expertise in ERP implementation, process improvement, and cross-functional financial coordination. Proven ability to manage audits, oversee fixed asset reporting, support benefit program administration, and lead system upgrades. Trusted advisor with a strong track record in optimizing workflows, ensuring compliance, and supporting decision-making across departments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Accountant

Lambert Cook CPA
London, Canada
07.2024 - Current
  • Prepare full-cycle bookkeeping and financial statements for corporate clients.
  • Set up new clients in accounting systems and configure chart of accounts and balances.
  • Coordinate external audit processes, including document collection, reconciliations, and auditor support.
  • Prepare T2 corporate tax returns and accompanying schedules.
  • Track fixed asset acquisitions, calculate amortization, and support ROI assessments for capital investments.
  • Process payroll, year-end T4 filings, and WSIB reports.
  • Provide strategic financial recommendations to clients and business owners.

Payroll & Finance Coordinator

Vanier Children's Mental Wellness
London, Canada
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Spearheaded implementation of a new cloud-based payroll system, reducing errors and improving efficiency for 100+ employees.
  • Processed bi-weekly payroll, T4s, WSIB reports, and CRA remittances with 100% compliance.
  • Supported senior leadership with customized financial reports and variance analysis.
  • Led day-to-day banking operations, reconciliations, and donation tracking for charitable receipts.
  • Played a key role in external audit preparation and data delivery.
  • Collaborated with department heads to refine financial processes and enhance reporting accuracy

Financial & Administrative Coordinator

Great London International Airport
London, Canada
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Managed day-to-day payroll operations, T4s, WSIB filings, and reconciliations.
  • Processed accounts receivable across multiple revenue streams including aeronautical operations.
  • Supported digital transformation via Aileron software implementation, improving reporting efficiency by 15%.
  • Liaised with external stakeholders (Canada Life, Calgary Airport Authority) for benefit programs and financial reporting.
  • Supported internal and external audit processes and prepared monthly financials for management.

Administered user access for banking systems and helped coordinate payment approval workflows.

Education

Diploma - Accounting

McMaster University Continuing Education
05-2026

Diploma - Accounting and Auditing

Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas
12.2014

Master's Degree - Information Science and Business Administration

Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas
06.2011

Bachelor's Degree - Documentation and Information Science

Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas
06.2010

Skills

  • Audit Coordination & Documentation: Full support for external/internal audits, including schedules, reconciliations, and working paper preparation
  • Fixed Asset Management & ROI Analysis: Oversight of capital purchases, amortization tracking, and financial impact assessments
  • Payroll, Benefits & Administration: Hands-on payroll processing, benefit plan coordination, CRA compliance, and T4, WSIB reporting
  • ERP Implementation & Process Optimization: Implemented financial systems (Aileron, cloud payroll), led data migrations, and trained cross-functional teams
  • Accounting Systems & Compliance: T1/T2 tax preparation, GST/HST filings, reconciliations, financial reporting under GAAP/IFRS
  • Operational Finance Support: Experience with banking platforms, credit card program administration, and internal control development
  • Technology Proficiency: Advanced MS Excel, Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, cloud-based ERP platforms
  • Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis: Tailored financial summaries for leadership teams and supported budget oversight

Leadership And Volunteer Experience

Head of Control Committee (London Ukrainian Centre, London, Ontario, - 02/01/25-Present)

  • Lead a team of three in financial and operational audits
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and improve internal controls
  • Provide financial guidance and policy recommendations

Finance & Audit Committee Member  (Thames Valley Family Health Team, London, Ontario- 09/01/24 - Present )

  • Review monthly financial reports and advise on regulatory compliance
  • Provide insights on budgeting, internal controls, and sustainability

Treasurer & Volunteer (London Ukrainian Centre, London, Ontario- 08/01/22-12/02/24)

  • Managed budgeting and financial operations for community initiatives
  • Oversaw donation reporting, financial planning, and recordkeeping

Timeline

Staff Accountant

Lambert Cook CPA
07.2024 - Current

Payroll & Finance Coordinator

Vanier Children's Mental Wellness
12.2023 - 05.2024

Financial & Administrative Coordinator

Great London International Airport
05.2022 - 12.2023

Diploma - Accounting

McMaster University Continuing Education

Diploma - Accounting and Auditing

Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas

Master's Degree - Information Science and Business Administration

Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas

Bachelor's Degree - Documentation and Information Science

Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas
Natalia Halipchak