Nirav Patel
North Bay,ON
Summary
Results-driven finance and accounting professional with strong experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and audit support across the hospitality and corporate sectors. Skilled in managing A/P, A/R, and general ledger operations, with proficiency in SAGE 300, Excel, and major PMS systems. Graduated with an MBA in Finance from the University of Canada West, combining academic insight with hands-on financial coordination experience at Marriott International and Lotus Canada. Recognized for attention to detail, analytical problem-solving, and maintaining accuracy in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Coordinator
Anishinabek Nation
North Bay, Ontario
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated financial reporting processes for community programs and initiatives.
- Managed budget preparation and analysis for various projects and services.
- Analyzing journal ledger variances, budget forecasting, year-end audit reconciliation, and quarterly reviews.
- Monitored expenditures to ensure adherence to approved budgets and guidelines.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory guidelines related to finance activities.
- Performed cash flow analysis to forecast future budgeting needs.
Accounting Clerk
The Westin Bayshore
Vancouver, CA
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Awarded Employee of the Month for Jan 2025.
- Assisted with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic financial planning.
- Administrated back office operations, created reservations and handled special requests.
- Utilized Excel and accounting software (SAGE, Opera, and Marriott financial systems) for financial tracking, reporting, and data analysis.
- Created financial models and cost-benefit analyses to support business planning and sustainable decision-making.
- Led projects like Mobile Dinning and analysed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Used Lightspeed PMS, Micros, GXP, etc.
Finance Intern
Lotus Canada
Vancouver, CA
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted senior accountants with journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
- Processed daily financial transactions, including A/R, A/P, and payroll entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.
- Prepared summary reports and presentations to communicate key financial insights to management.
- Assisted in preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow summaries.
- Streamlined office procedures and policies to support efficiency and accuracy.
Front Office Supervisor/Manager on Duty
The Other House
London, UK
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisting and guiding the Front Office staff through their daily duties and responsibilities.
- Motivate, manage and lead the Front Office team in accordance with the 5 star hospitality service standards.
- Used Mews (Property Management System), Lightspeed, Knowcross, etc.
- Making sure the team is achieving the monthly up-selling and revenue targets in accordance with the industry average scores.
- Participate in departmental meetings for discussing strategic and business processes.
Front Desk Agent
InterContinental London (The 02)
London, UK
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Greeted and assisted more than 200 guests on daily basis and helping them create a memorable and pleasant stay at the property.
- Handled Check In's and Check Out's, created bills and folios, and managed guests relations.
- Handling special guests request and query's through E-mails and telephone communications.
- Used Opera (Property Management System), Helix, HotSos, etc.
- Doing Credit Limit Checks, Charging VCC's and providing assistance to seniors for Night Audits.
- Presented excellent interpersonal communication skills and teamwork for smooth reception operations.
Finance Administrative Assistant
My Armor Pet Ltd
Surat, India
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Prepared financial statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, etc.
- Created day-to-day record keeping and books reporting, including payrolls, account receivable and payable.
- Managed and conducted all internal audits and controls, and reporting functions like financial year end tax and rebates.
- Actively worked on introducing cost saving techniques to improve profitability margins.
Front Office Administrative Assistant
TAJ Hotels
Surat, India
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted more than 30-40 guest daily, usually VIP's or guest with major issues.
- Offered friendly and efficient services to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm of team through regular one on one meetings.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record of my team.
- Prepared variety of different written communications like speciality hand written, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
Events Coordinator
Nirvana Events
Surat, India
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Completed paperwork, recognising discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Led projects and analysed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Education
Masters in Business Administration (MBA) - Specialisation in Finance
University Canada West
Vancouver, BC, CA04.2025
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Kingston University
London, UK05.2022
Level 4 & 5 -
SVKM
Mumbai06.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Mews PMS
- Lightspeed
- Opera PMS
- Micros
- SAGE 300
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Finance Coordinator
Anishinabek Nation
01.2026 - Current
Accounting Clerk
The Westin Bayshore
03.2024 - 12.2025
Finance Intern
Lotus Canada
10.2023 - 03.2024
Front Office Supervisor/Manager on Duty
The Other House
05.2023 - 09.2023
Front Desk Agent
InterContinental London (The 02)
04.2022 - 05.2023
Finance Administrative Assistant
My Armor Pet Ltd
04.2021 - 07.2021
Front Office Administrative Assistant
TAJ Hotels
07.2019 - 05.2020
Events Coordinator
Nirvana Events
06.2018 - 06.2019
Masters in Business Administration (MBA) - Specialisation in Finance
University Canada West
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Kingston University
Level 4 & 5 -
SVKM