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Rick Mathers

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance Analyst (Student)

Shoebox Medical Devices
2022.06 - 2022.08
    • Participated in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress updates, communicate concerns or challenges, and ensure alignment of project goals.
    • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring compliance throughout the QA process.

Education Counselor

Ottawa Carleton School Board
2006.05 - 2016.09
  • Strengthened parent-teacher communication by organizing informative meetings, addressing concerns, and sharing student progress.
  • Established a supportive environment for all students by fostering open communication lines between faculty members, parents, and fellow counselors.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to identify learning gaps and develop targeted interventions tailored to individual student needs.

Financial Accounting Specialist

Self Employed
1996.08 - 2003.01
  • Served as a reliable resource for junior staff members, providing guidance on complex accounting issues and supporting their professional development.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing of invoices and accurate cash flow management.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by performing reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, and maintaining updated records.
  • Conducted thorough variance analysis on monthly financials to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Technical Writing

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
08.2024

Graduate Certificate - Operations And Project Management

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
08.2022

Graduate Diploma - Paralegal

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
01.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Windsor
Windsor, ON
05.1990

Skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Quality processes
  • Data Analysis
  • Mentoring and training
  • Collaboration and communication
  • Agile Methodology Understanding
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Technical Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Report Analysis
  • Technical Writing

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

I have spent time to care for my two children who have health related issues. They are now full grown

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeContract Work

Work Location

HybridRemote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home option

Timeline

Quality Assurance Analyst (Student)

Shoebox Medical Devices
2022.06 - 2022.08

Education Counselor

Ottawa Carleton School Board
2006.05 - 2016.09

Financial Accounting Specialist

Self Employed
1996.08 - 2003.01

Graduate Certificate - Technical Writing

Algonquin College

Graduate Certificate - Operations And Project Management

Algonquin College

Graduate Diploma - Paralegal

Algonquin College

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Windsor
Rick Mathers