Panagiota Dranias
Accountant / Bookkeeper
Montreal, Quebec,QC
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Language
Work History
Bookkeeping Accountant
Les Productions Multi Monde Inc
Montreal, QC
06.2001 - 06.2003
- Oversaw reconciliation of processed work with verification of entries and by comparing system reports to balances using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems. Posted journal entries and reconciled accounts and prepared trial balance of accounting books.
- Supported all procedures of accounts payable, invoicing, accounts receivable and payroll including processing and posting invoices, paying vendors by scheduling pay checks, ensuring receipt of payment, and responding to all vendor and client enquiries regarding payments. Completed and submitted tax remittance forms – CSST, GST / PST, Deductions at source etc.
- Successfully helped customers with complaints and questions, gave customers information about products and services, take orders, and process returns.
- Coordinated the preparation of all internal and external financial reporting and assisted in the preparation of financial statements, with accuracy of the general and subsidiary ledgers, journals and all supporting reports and documents.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Acted as central resource in maintaining daily recordings, preparing monthly reports and daily journal entries, investigating and resolving discrepancies in monthly bank accounts, and compiling required documentation.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
Bookkeeping Accountant
MainFilm Inc
Montreal, QC
02.1999 - 06.2003
- Oversaw reconciliation of processed work with verification of entries and by comparing system reports to balances using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems. Posted journal entries and reconciled accounts and prepared trial balance of accounting books.
- Supported all procedures of accounts payable, invoicing, accounts receivable and payroll including processing and posting invoices, paying vendors by scheduling pay checks, ensuring receipt of payment, and responding to all vendor and client enquiries regarding payments. Completed and submitted tax remittance forms – CSST, GST / PST, Deductions at source etc.
- Successfully helped customers with complaints and questions, gave customers information about products and services, take orders, and process returns.
- Coordinated the preparation of all internal and external financial reporting and assisted in the preparation of financial statements, with accuracy of the general and subsidiary ledgers, journals and all supporting reports and documents.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Acted as central resource in maintaining daily recordings, preparing monthly reports and daily journal entries, investigating and resolving discrepancies in monthly bank accounts, and compiling required documentation.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
Tax Preparer
MNP LLP
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Supported all procedures of Income Tax reporting including processing and analyzing supporting documents
- Coordinated the preparation of financial reports and accuracy of all supporting reports and documents
- Acted as a resource in maintaining recordings, preparing financial reports, data entry, compiling required documentation, subsequently reporting year-end financial position through T1 & T2 Corporate income tax filing.
General Accountant and Payroll
CLINIQUE ROCKLAND MD INC
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Support all regular accounting processes such as A/P journal entries and purchase order processing, ensure efficient working of all financial transactions in organization, monitor and implement all issuance of accounts payable check and wire transactions, assist departments in account reconciliation process on monthly basis, prepare journal entries, provide support to safe keeping of internal expenses in company, and evaluate current methods and processes inclusive of process development
- Act as a resource in maintaining daily recordings, preparing monthly reports and daily journal entries, investigating and compiling required documentation, subsequently reporting discrepancies to the auditors.
Intern /Income Tax Preparer
ANC CPA INC
Montreal, QC
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Supported all procedures of Income Tax reporting including processing and analyzing supporting documents
- Coordinated the preparation of financial reports and accuracy of all supporting reports and documents
- Acted as a resource in maintaining recordings, preparing financial reports, data entry, compiling required documentation, subsequently reporting year-end financial position through T1 & T2 Corporate income tax filing.
Accounts Payable Clerk
LANTIC INC
11.2020 - 01.2020
- Supported all procedures of accounts payable including processing and posting invoices, collaborate with departments to resolve purchase order/invoice discrepancies, paying vendors by scheduling paychecks, ensuring receipt of payment, and respond to all vendor inquiries regarding payments
- Manage expense reimbursement process, assist in supporting month and year end procedures, coordinate the preparation of all internal financial reporting and accuracy of the general and subsidiary ledgers, journals, and all supporting reports and documents
- Acted as a central resource in maintaining daily recordings, preparing monthly reports and daily journal entries, investigating and compiling required documentation, subsequently reporting discrepancies to the external auditors.
Administrative Agent
CIUSSS Centre Ouest De L'Ile De Montréal
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Oversaw reconciliation of processed work through verification of entries and by comparing system reports to balances
- Supported all procedures of accounts payable including processing and posting invoices, paying vendors by scheduling pay checks, ensuring receipt of payment, and responding to all vendor enquiries regarding payments
- Coordinate the preparation of all internal and external financial reporting and accuracy of the general and subsidiary ledgers, journals and all supporting reports and documents
- Drove successful completion of contract mandates and execution of job functions, including payment and expenditure, purchase order, invoice, and supplier statement tracking, historical records maintenance, and processing of 100 + daily transactions
- Acted as central resource in maintaining daily recordings, preparing monthly reports and daily journal entries, investigating and compiling required documentation
- Propelled identification and investigation of account discrepancies, subsequently reporting discrepancies to external auditor.
CIUSSS Centre Ouest De L'ile De Montréal
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Charged with payments and expenditure, purchase orders, invoices, and supplier statement tracking as well as reconciliation of processed work achieved through verification of entries and comparison of system reports to balances
- Achieved successful completion of school requirements, graduating with top honors
- Demonstrated ability to maintain historical records, expeditious processing of 1K monthly transactions, process of daily journal entries, identification and investigation of account discrepancies, compilation of required documentation, and subsequent reporting.
Bookkeeping Accountant
Interchill Records Inc
Montreal, QC
06.2002 - 06.2003
- Oversaw reconciliation of processed work with verification of entries and by comparing system reports to balances using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems. Posted journal entries and reconciled accounts and prepared trial balance of accounting books.
- Supported all procedures of accounts payable, invoicing, accounts receivable and payroll including processing and posting invoices, paying vendors by scheduling pay checks, ensuring receipt of payment, and responding to all vendor and client enquiries regarding payments. Completed and submitted tax remittance forms – CSST, GST / PST, Deductions at source etc.
- Successfully helped customers with complaints and questions, gave customers information about products and services, take orders, and process returns.
- Coordinated the preparation of all internal and external financial reporting and assisted in the preparation of financial statements, with accuracy of the general and subsidiary ledgers, journals and all supporting reports and documents.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Acted as central resource in maintaining daily recordings, preparing monthly reports and daily journal entries, investigating and resolving discrepancies in monthly bank accounts, and compiling required documentation.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
Assistant Manager
Cafémania Bistro Boutique
Montreal, QC
03.1991 - 06.1996
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Education
Certified Professional Bookkeeper - Bookkeeping
Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada
Toronto, ON 09.2021 - 12.2021
Payroll Compliance Practitioner - Financial Management
Canadian Payroll Association
Montreal, QC 09.2020 - 11.2021
Attestation of College Studies - Financial Management
CDI College
Montreal, QC 01.2018 - 11.2018
Attestation of College Studies - Accounting
Dawson College
Montreal, QC 03.1997 - 09.1998
Vocational Studies - Accounting/Bookkeeping
Shadd Business Centre
Montreal, QC 03.1997 - 09.1998
Income Tax Course Level 1 -
H & R Block
Montreal, QC 09.2019 - 12.2019
CPA Firm Requirement - Accounting
On-Line Course
Toronto, ON 05.2022 - 07.2022
Skills
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIESMicrosoft OfficeWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet
Accounting Software - Accpac, Dynacom, Quickbooks, Bedford, Sage, Sage 50, Sage 300, Simply Accounting, Logibec Espresso, Great Plains Dynamics
Income Tax Software - DT-Max, Turbo Tax, Profile, Net File, Tax Prep
Additional Skills - Data Analysis, Financial reports, Government Declarations
Timeline
CPA Firm Requirement - Accounting
On-Line Course
05.2022 - 07.2022
Tax Preparer
MNP LLP
03.2022 - 05.2022
General Accountant and Payroll
CLINIQUE ROCKLAND MD INC
11.2021 - 01.2022
Certified Professional Bookkeeper - Bookkeeping
Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada
09.2021 - 12.2021
Intern /Income Tax Preparer
ANC CPA INC
03.2021 - 06.2021
Accounts Payable Clerk
LANTIC INC
11.2020 - 01.2020
Payroll Compliance Practitioner - Financial Management
Canadian Payroll Association
09.2020 - 11.2021
Income Tax Course Level 1 -
H & R Block
09.2019 - 12.2019
Administrative Agent
CIUSSS Centre Ouest De L'Ile De Montréal
11.2018 - 06.2019
CIUSSS Centre Ouest De L'ile De Montréal
09.2018 - 11.2018
Attestation of College Studies - Financial Management
CDI College
01.2018 - 11.2018
Bookkeeping Accountant
Interchill Records Inc
06.2002 - 06.2003
Bookkeeping Accountant
Les Productions Multi Monde Inc
06.2001 - 06.2003
Bookkeeping Accountant
MainFilm Inc
02.1999 - 06.2003
Attestation of College Studies - Accounting
Dawson College
03.1997 - 09.1998
Vocational Studies - Accounting/Bookkeeping
Shadd Business Centre
03.1997 - 09.1998
Assistant Manager
Cafémania Bistro Boutique
03.1991 - 06.1996