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Robert Orr

Leduc,Alberta

Summary

Accomplished Accountant with a proven track record at Alberta Tennis Assoc, enhancing financial accuracy through meticulous bank reconciliations and effective payroll processing. Skilled in financial reporting and tax preparation, I improved audit processes and financial decision-making. Demonstrates strong analytical abilities and a commitment to precision, significantly reducing financial reporting times by 30%.

Diligent accountant with solid background in accounting principles and practices. Successfully managed financial records and performed audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Demonstrated analytical thinking and attention to detail in financial reporting and tax preparation.

Overview

54
54
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

Alberta Tennia Assoc
08.2022 - 10.2024
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Facilitated smoother audit processes by maintaining organized and comprehensive financial documentation.
  • Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 200 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.

Accountant

Cats Heavy Haul
09.2016 - 06.2021
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
  • Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by meticulously reconciling bank statements and financial records monthly.
  • Improved budget forecasting accuracy with detailed variance analysis between actual and budgeted figures.
  • Facilitated smoother audit processes by maintaining organized and comprehensive financial documentation.
  • Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 200 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.
  • Supported strategic decision-making by providing accurate and timely financial reports to executive management.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with external auditors, ensuring smooth and efficient audit process.
  • Achieved compliance with all tax regulations by staying updated on changes and conducting thorough reviews of financial operations.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
  • Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.

Controller

Hughson Trucking
01.2007 - 03.2015
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 50 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Streamlined annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
  • Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
  • Facilitated successful external audits, meticulously preparing all necessary documents and reports.
  • Oversaw management of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees.
  • Led implementation of new accounting software, improving data accuracy and accessibility for finance team.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.

Accountant

Naftac Commodities
02.1999 - 01.2007
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 4 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
  • Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
  • Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
  • Streamlined annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
  • Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
  • Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
  • Led cross-functional teams in the implementation of new accounting software, improving overall efficiency within the finance department.
  • Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
  • Optimized tax filing processes, resulting in timely submissions and minimizing liabilities.
  • Oversaw management of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees.
  • Led implementation of new accounting software, improving data accuracy and accessibility for finance team.
  • Streamlined financial reporting processes, significantly reducing time required to close monthly books.

Accountant

Caliper Sales & Service
07.1988 - 06.1992
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by meticulously reconciling bank statements and financial records monthly.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
  • Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 10 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.

Accountant

Maloney Pontiac
08.1977 - 06.1985
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
  • Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 30 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.

Accountant

Peat Marwick Mitchell & Co
09.1970 - 06.1977

Various bookkeeping, accounting and audit duties

Education

High School Diploma -

Brighton High

Skills

  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial Statements
  • Financial Reporting
  • Payroll Processing
  • Cash Flow analysis
  • General Ledger Entries
  • Tax Preparation
  • Accounts Payable
  • Account Reconciliation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Accountant

Alberta Tennia Assoc
08.2022 - 10.2024

Accountant

Cats Heavy Haul
09.2016 - 06.2021

Controller

Hughson Trucking
01.2007 - 03.2015

Accountant

Naftac Commodities
02.1999 - 01.2007

Accountant

Caliper Sales & Service
07.1988 - 06.1992

Accountant

Maloney Pontiac
08.1977 - 06.1985

Accountant

Peat Marwick Mitchell & Co
09.1970 - 06.1977

High School Diploma -

Brighton High
Robert Orr