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Sanjib Chowdhury

Edmonton,Canada

Summary

Demonstrated success in implementing ERP systems, enhancing financial operations, and guiding cross-functional teams toward achieving organizational objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant General Manager & Controller

Alberta Co-op Taxi Line Ltd
Edmonton, AB
10.2012 - Current
  • Spearheaded the implementation of SAP Business One (v9.3), overseeing system testing, data migration, and staff training
  • Redesigned organizational structure, enhancing revenue streams and establishing robust expense controls, contributing to sustained profitability
  • Promoted to Assistant General Manager in June 2018, expanding leadership responsibilities across finance, HR, and operations
  • Prepare monthly and annual financial statements in compliance with Canadian GAAP
  • Steer the annual budgeting process, analyzing variances and implementing corrective actions
  • Manage investment portfolios, negotiating favorable terms to optimize returns
  • Oversee insurance claims processing, payments, and subrogation, acting as in-house claims adjuster
  • Supervise inventory management, fixed assets, and equipment maintenance
  • Ensure accurate bank reconciliations and monitor transactions across general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, and payroll
  • Approve semi-monthly payroll, manage ROEs, T4s, leave records, and statutory deductions
  • Liaise with external auditors, ensuring timely and accurate audit processes
  • Submit monthly GST returns and federal payroll deductions to CRA
  • Provide training and daily oversight to accounting staff, fostering professional development
  • Review and negotiate contracts, including leases, insurance renewals, and driver agreements
  • Conduct account reconciliations as needed to maintain financial integrity.​

Owner / Tax Consultant

S.D. Accounting and Taxation Ltd
Edmonton, AB
06.2011 - Current
  • Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, offering strategic tax planning advice
  • Communicate with CRA to verify client information and resolve tax-related issues
  • Maintain comprehensive accounting records and assist clients with loan financing documentation
  • Provide clients with guidance on accounting practices and taxation matters.​

Property Accountant

Private Real Estate Holding Company
Edmonton, AB
10.2011 - 07.2012
  • Successfully appealed safety compliance orders from the Town of Devon, ensuring adherence to Alberta Safety Codes
  • Achieved property tax reductions through strategic appeals to the City of Edmonton
  • Negotiated increased compensation with the Surface Rights Board for land usage
  • Prepared financial statements for 11 commercial properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Completed corporate tax returns (T2) and managed GST filings and payments
  • Reconciled bank statements and maintained detailed vendor and customer records
  • Conducted AT&T surveys for Edmonton properties and managed rental collections and deposits.​

Financial Controller

United Apparel (Fiji) Ltd
06.2007 - 05.2010
  • Reduced corporate debt from $65M to $45M within two years through strategic financial management
  • Implemented cost-control measures during economic downturns, ensuring business continuity
  • Optimized workforce efficiency by reducing staff from 1,500 to 900, increasing productivity from 50% to 75%
  • Developed and managed a $16M USD annual corporate budget, incorporating data from multiple departments
  • Prepared executive summaries, cash flow statements, and variance analyses to inform strategic decisions
  • Reviewed employee benefits, performance reports, and managed annual salary increments
  • Established internal control systems across accounting, payroll, procurement, export, and inventory departments
  • Provided troubleshooting support for payroll, accounting, and inventory systems.​

Education

Diploma of Business Administration - Accounting

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Edmonton, AB
01.2012

Master of Accountancy - Accounting

National University
Bangladesh
04-1995

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Chittagong University
Bangladesh
08-1991

Certified Public Accountant (Capstone Stage) -

CPA West
Edmonton, AB

Skills

  • Full-cycle accounting and financial analysis
  • Budgeting and cash flow management
  • Strategic planning and financial reporting
  • Reconciliation and asset accounting
  • Payroll and inventory management

Languages

English
Professional
Hindi
Limited
Bengali
Professional

Timeline

Assistant General Manager & Controller

Alberta Co-op Taxi Line Ltd
10.2012 - Current

Property Accountant

Private Real Estate Holding Company
10.2011 - 07.2012

Owner / Tax Consultant

S.D. Accounting and Taxation Ltd
06.2011 - Current

Financial Controller

United Apparel (Fiji) Ltd
06.2007 - 05.2010

Diploma of Business Administration - Accounting

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)

Master of Accountancy - Accounting

National University

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Chittagong University

Certified Public Accountant (Capstone Stage) -

CPA West
Sanjib Chowdhury