Paulette Carwin
North York,Canada
Summary
Experienced Auditor and Accountant with extensive background in enhancing financial operations and team leadership. Skilled in improving internal controls, financial accuracy, and operational efficiency. Proven track record in financial statement preparation and comprehensive account reconciliations. Adept at driving process improvements and leading teams to success in complex financial environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Consulting Auditor/Accountant
Mayo Holdings Limited
Kingston, Jamaica
12.2013 - 10.2015
- Led comprehensive audits resulting in actionable recommendations for financial and operational improvements.Reviewed and evaluated internal control systems, financial records, and accounting systems to ensure accuracy of information.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Maintained confidentiality of company information obtained in audit assignments.
- Analyzed financial data and prepared reports outlining findings and recommendations.
- Ensured timely completion of all assigned tasks within set deadlines.
- Interacted regularly with clients to discuss audit progress, findings, and recommendations.
Senior Accountant
Lasco Distributors Limited
Kingston, Jamaica
12.2009 - 12.2013
- Directed a team of accountants, enhancing department efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to provide requested information.
- Reviewed and verified accuracy of journal entries and account balances.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Analyzed files and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Completed month-end and year-end close procedures and reconciled bank accounts.
- Prepared detailed financial analysis on company performance metrics.
- Performed complex reconciliations between general ledger accounts and sub-ledgers.
- Performed general ledger account reconciliations and generated updated financial documents.
- Managed month-end and year-end close duties.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes including invoicing customers.
- Assisted in budgeting activities by preparing forecasts based on historical trends.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
- Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
- Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
- Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Store Manager
Ride with the Tide Supermarket
St. Elizabeth, Jamaica
11.2003 - 12.2006
- Oversaw all accounting operations, improving financial reporting, and inventory management.
- Building and maintaining quality customer service.
- Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Assessed operational efficiency of the store's departments.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, and profits.
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
- Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
Education
Certificate - Bookkeeping Basics
Coursera
Online12-2024
Bachelor’s Degree - Accounting and Management Studies
University of the West Indies-Mona
Jamaica01.2002
Diploma - Business Administration
Excelsior Community College
Jamaica01.1994
Skills
- Leadership and team management
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Internal controls and risk mitigation
- Process improvement and operational efficiency
- Advanced accounting software proficiency
- Month-end and year-end closing
- Journal entry posting and review
- Audit support
- Accounts payable management
- Accounts receivable management
- Consolidation accounting
- General ledger accounting and updates
- Bank reconciliation
- Intercompany transactions
- Budget administration
References
Available Upon Request
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Consulting Auditor/Accountant
Mayo Holdings Limited
12.2013 - 10.2015
Senior Accountant
Lasco Distributors Limited
12.2009 - 12.2013
Store Manager
Ride with the Tide Supermarket
11.2003 - 12.2006
Certificate - Bookkeeping Basics
Coursera
Bachelor’s Degree - Accounting and Management Studies
University of the West Indies-Mona
Diploma - Business Administration
Excelsior Community College
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