Nida Zappacosta
Nestleton Station,Canada
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized Office Administrator with a strong background in Accounting, Payroll, and Financial Management. Over 8 years of experience in administrative and financial roles, with expertise in bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting, and office operations. Adept at managing daily office functions, coordinating events, maintaining records, and providing administrative support to leadership teams. Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work independently or collaboratively in fast-paced environments. Fluent in English and Turkish.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress & Cashier
Pucca Café & Restaurant
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Provided customer service in a fast-paced environment, handling orders, transactions, and payments
- Assisted in food preparation and maintained a clean and organized workspace
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Accounting & Payroll Assistant Internship
Canprev
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Managed accounts receivables and payables, ensuring timely payments and collections
- Assisted in bank reconciliations, cheque printing, and financial statement preparations
- Entered journal entries and invoices into QuickBooks
- Maintained up-to-date client records and processed remittances
Accounting & Payroll Administrator
BFG Enterprise Services
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoice processing and vendor payments
- Processed biweekly payroll
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations and generated financial reports
- Processed EFT transactions, printed cheques, and handled payroll remittances
- Maintained accurate financial records and ensured compliance with company policies
- Ensured timely salary disbursements for employees, maintaining strict adherence to company policies and deadlines.
Office Administration Assistant
BFG Enterprise
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
- Developed filing system for historical documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
Finance Officer
Northern Pathways Immigration Consulting
02.2022 - 10.2024
- Managed financial operations, including bookkeeping & reconciliations
- Processed accounts receivables/payables, bank deposits, and electronic fund transfers (EFTs)
- Prepared monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations
- Assisted with budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting for management review
- Maintained financial records, client invoices, and payment schedules using QuickBooks
- Coordinated with external accountants and auditors for year-end financial reporting
Education
Accounting & Payroll Administration Diploma (Honours) -
CDI College
North York, ON12.2016
Music Theory & Ministry Degree -
RSW (River School of Worship)
Tampa, Florida12.2012
High School Diploma -
Beylikdüzü Cahit Zarifoğlu Lisesi
Istanbul, Turkey12.2011
Skills
- Office Administration & Clerical Support
- Bookkeeping & Payroll Management
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Financial Statements & Reconciliations
- QuickBooks & Sage 50 Accounting Software
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Database Management & Data Entry
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Customer Service & Communication
- Confidentiality & Integrity in Administration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Finance Officer
Northern Pathways Immigration Consulting
02.2022 - 10.2024
Accounting & Payroll Administrator
BFG Enterprise Services
01.2017 - 01.2022
Office Administration Assistant
BFG Enterprise
12.2016 - 03.2017
Accounting & Payroll Assistant Internship
Canprev
01.2016 - 12.2016
Waitress & Cashier
Pucca Café & Restaurant
01.2012 - 12.2013
Music Theory & Ministry Degree -
RSW (River School of Worship)
High School Diploma -
Beylikdüzü Cahit Zarifoğlu Lisesi
Accounting & Payroll Administration Diploma (Honours) -
CDI College
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