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Shimeng Michelle Wang

Markham,ON

Summary

CPA candidate with completed PEP and Prep courses (average grade 85+). Highly organized and detail-oriented accountant with over 5 years of experience in full-cycle accounting, financial statement analysis, and management reporting. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while juggling multiple responsibilities. Excellent collaborative skills, bilingual in Mandarin and English, and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling. Experienced with SAGE, QuickBooks, and ERP software.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

Integrated Display Group Inc.
09.2018 - 02.2024

Full-Cycle Accounting & Financial Statements:

  • Prepared and issued accurate invoices, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
  • Analyzed GST/HST ITCs on all disbursements and reconciled billing statements.
  • Managed full-cycle accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, coding, and timely payment processing.
  • Conducted monthly balance sheet reviews and reconciled bank accounts.
  • Assisted with month-end/year-end procedures, including sub-ledger reconciliation and inter- and intra-company account reconciliations.
  • Prepared and presented financial reports to management, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
  • Created and maintained complex financial models, utilized pivot tables for data analysis, and employed VLOOKUP and other advanced functions to streamline accounting processes.

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

  • Prepared monthly journal entries and ensured Balance Sheet accounts for multiple entities were reconciled and independently supported.
  • Conducted variance analysis, cost trending, and comparatives for annual budgets.
  • Generated ad-hoc financial reports, commission calculations, labor utilization, and expenditure analysis.
  • Ensured accurate recording of transactions in accordance with company policies and financial controls.

Operational Support:

  • Maintained close working relationships with sales and operations personnel.
  • Implemented and monitored financial controls to ensure compliance with internal accounting policies.
  • Scheduled and presented monthly financial results to operational and sales leaders.
  • Resolved intercompany and multi-currency/FX discrepancies.
  • Managed credit card transaction tracking and reconciliation.
  • Followed up on freight damage claims and handled employee reimbursements.
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable Analysis: Analyzed accounts payable and accounts receivable reports to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement.

Marketing Assistant

UIA Capital Inc
03.2017 - 08.2018
  • Established business partnership with multiple business partners and maintained regular contact and long-term business relationship
  • Facilitated and coordinated the work of multiple projects engaged in the establishment and implementation of new projects that related to education, real estates, start-up high-tech investments to support the VP operation
  • Explored, analyzed and developed new immigration opportunities for clients by staying current to immigration policy trends
  • Developed the marketing strategy for the company in line with company objectives
  • Planned and implemented promotional campaigns
  • Prepared and updated online campaigns which include official website

Accountant

Harrison Renovation
04.2015 - 06.2016
  • Provided account payable (A/P) and account receivable (A/R) services for different clients in Quickbooks
  • Conducted monthly balance sheet reviews
  • Verified the balance of all accounts and ensure readiness for new period
  • Reconciled bank account against bank statements
  • Generated various reports such as sales report, expenses report, A/R aging report, etc.
  • Processed data such as analyzing expenses for internal controls, budgeting and forecasting
  • Communicated with Canada Revenue Agency regarding any tax issues and policy changes

Intern, Audit Associate

PwC
06.2013 - 08.2013
  • Gained comprehensive understanding of supply manufacturer industry operations, processes, and business objectives and utilized the knowledge on engagements
  • Gained knowledge of and applied PwC audit methodology throughout all stages of audit
  • Examined financial source documents to assure proper accounting treatment and sufficient evidence was obtained to develop an opinion of financial standing of client
  • Provided assistance with preparation of financial statements and other related reports and ensuring accuracy of data entry
  • Identified and communicated auditing and accounting matters to partners and senior auditors
  • Proactively interacted with key client management to gather information, resolved audit-related problems, and made recommendations for business and process improvements

Education

BBA Degree - Management, Specialist, Accounting

University of Toronto
2015

Timeline

Accountant

Integrated Display Group Inc.
09.2018 - 02.2024

Marketing Assistant

UIA Capital Inc
03.2017 - 08.2018

Accountant

Harrison Renovation
04.2015 - 06.2016

Intern, Audit Associate

PwC
06.2013 - 08.2013

BBA Degree - Management, Specialist, Accounting

University of Toronto
Shimeng Michelle Wang