Navodya Ukwatta
Saint John,NB
Summary
Collaborative CPA candidate with strong skills in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting. Proficient in TM1, Power BI, Oracle, and other financial applications. Proven ability to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and support decision-making for senior management. Seeking to leverage financial planning and analytical expertise to contribute to organizational success. Currently pursuing CPA designation having successfully completed Core 1 and enrolled in Core 2
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Planning Analyst - CPA Candidate
Irving Oil Limited
05.2024 - Current
- Generated insightful presentations summarizing data and facilitating decision-making for senior management.
- Participated in annual budget preparation, collaborating closely with key stakeholders across the organization for optimal results alignment with strategic goals.
- Prepared comprehensive financial reports by collecting, formatting and analyzing key data points.
- Worked with applications such as TM1 and Power BI to prepare financial statements, forecasting and stewardship files to present to the senior management
- Lead monthly meeting with director of Trucking operations to discuss monthly and quarterly results by comparing actuals to forecast.
Accounts Receivable Accountant - CPA Candidate
Irving Oil Limited
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy with meticulous account reconciliations and timely adjustments.
- Worked with applications such as Oracle projects, Inspyrus, JDE and ReconNet to complete daily and monthly reconciliations.
- Identified and implemented five process efficiency improvements that helped save multiple hours of work per week.
- Identified over 600 transactions that failed to process in the automated system weekly and sent to billing to ensure customers were billed correctly and payments were processed on time.
Invoice Processor - Part Time Student
Irving Oil Limited
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Reduced invoice discrepancies by meticulously verifying information and promptly addressing errors.
- Enhanced team productivity with diligent cross-checking of invoice details and collaborative problem-solving and processed over 50 invoices daily.
- Ensured timely payments to vendors by accurately inputting payment details and following up on outstanding invoices.
Inventory Accounting - Co Op
Irving Oil Limited
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Exceeded performance expectations consistently throughout the internship period, earning recognition from supervisors and peers alike for hard work ethic and dedication towards achieving results.
- Served as a reliable point of contact between departments, maintaining open lines of communication for efficient workflow coordination.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of all assigned responsibilities within deadlines.
Internal Control Analyst - Part Time Student
Irving Oil Limited
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement process improvements, ultimately reducing inefficiencies and strengthening internal controls.
- Evaluated existing internal controls for effectiveness and identified opportunities for enhancements, leading to improved overall control environment.
- Supported audit teams in performing operational audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and established internal controls.
- Regularly tested controls and obtained necessary information from stakeholders in a timely manner to ensure accuracy of the testing process.
Accounts Payable - Co Op Student
Irving Oil Limited
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly mastering new software tools including Oracle and technologies as required for various assignments.
- Refined analytical abilities by performing daily reconciliations, interpreting findings, and drawing meaningful conclusions based on empirical evidence.
Data Associate - Co Op Student
United Way Halifax
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Participated in the creation of detailed documentation outlining data workflows, processes, and governance guidelines.
- Performed rigorous statistical analyses on large datasets, uncovering insights that informed strategic planning initiatives.
- Enhanced data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and validating information from various sources.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS05-2023
Skills
- Advanced Excel
- Profitability analysis
- Continuing education
- Financial statement analysis
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Financial and operational reporting
- Team building
- Time management abilities
- Financial Reporting
- Financial software
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Financial Planning Analyst - CPA Candidate
Irving Oil Limited
05.2024 - Current
Accounts Receivable Accountant - CPA Candidate
Irving Oil Limited
09.2023 - 05.2024
Invoice Processor - Part Time Student
Irving Oil Limited
09.2022 - 04.2023
Inventory Accounting - Co Op
Irving Oil Limited
05.2022 - 09.2022
Internal Control Analyst - Part Time Student
Irving Oil Limited
01.2022 - 05.2022
Accounts Payable - Co Op Student
Irving Oil Limited
09.2021 - 12.2021
Data Associate - Co Op Student
United Way Halifax
01.2021 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Dalhousie University
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