Peter Poisey
Iqaluit,NU
Summary
Results-driven Finance Officer experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Officer
Government Of Nunavut - Department of Finance
07.2007 - 10.2023
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Observed strict confidentiality regulations to maintain data security.
- Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Assisted debtors in setting up payment plans to recover overdue balances.
- Processed payments and applied to customer balances.
- Created and maintained electronic filing system for quick and easy retrieval of records.
- Assisted with typing, data entry, and answering incoming calls as required.
- Coordinated with various departments to support cross-functional needs.
- Maintained accuracy of records by verifying accuracy of data in records.
- Participated in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of company and position.
- Developed efficient filing system to retrieve records quickly.
- Tracked incoming and outgoing files and materials and maintained accurate records for potential discrepancies.
- Restored old files and archived completed files for future reference.
Assistant Manager
High Arctic Enterprise
06.2005 - 02.2007
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
- Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Cashier
High Arctic Enterprise
02.2002 - 02.2007
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
Stockman
High Arctic Enterprise
06.2001 - 02.2007
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Placed special customer orders for custom or special order merchandise.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Prepared merchandise for transfer to shelves by removing packing materials and applying identifying codes, such as price, or inventory control numbers.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
Senior Finance Officer
Government of Nunavut - Department of Education
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Created and maintained data entry logs to track data entry activities.
- Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.
- Corrected data entry errors to prevent duplication or data degradation.
- Maintained files, records, and chronologies of entry activities.
- Updated and maintained vendor and customer information, documents and records.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Organized large-scale group travel arrangements, ensuring seamless logistics for both domestic and international trips.
- Created comprehensive pre-travel documentation packages, equipping travelers with essential information before departure.
- Assisted in the coordination of group travel arrangements, ensuring a smooth experience for all participants.
- Created detailed travel itineraries, incorporating flight, accommodation, and activity options tailored to individual client needs.
- Liaised with airlines, hotels, to confirm reservations and troubleshoot any issues that arose during clients trips.
- Collaborated closely with external auditors during annual audit process, addressing issues promptly and maintaining strong working relationships.
Education
High School -
Attagoyuk School
Pangnirtung, NUSkills
- Financial Document Reviews
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivables
- Corrective Actions
- Typing and 10-Key Entry
- Spreadsheet Tracking
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- General Ledger Accounting
- Word Processing
- Lifting and Sorting
Timeline
Senior Finance Officer
Government of Nunavut - Department of Education
10.2023 - Current
Finance Officer
Government Of Nunavut - Department of Finance
07.2007 - 10.2023
Assistant Manager
High Arctic Enterprise
06.2005 - 02.2007
Cashier
High Arctic Enterprise
02.2002 - 02.2007
Stockman
High Arctic Enterprise
06.2001 - 02.2007
High School -
Attagoyuk School
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