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Soniya Xavier

Toronto

Summary

Seasoned Accountant with robust expertise in Project Accounting and accounts receivable/payable processes. Orchestrated high-volume transaction management and optimized billing procedures. Exhibited strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail in financial reporting and reconciliation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

AR Accountant

Bousfields Inc
10.2022 - Current
  • Engaged with project teams, clients, and sub-consultants to drive project success through critical thinking and financial insight.
  • Posted and reconciled payments received via EFT, checks, and credit cards for accurate accounts receivable records.
  • Generated and analyzed bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial and AR reports to track trends and support decision-making.
  • Collaborated with Project Managers to monitor project performance, including variance analysis and overall profitability.
  • Interpreted contracts, project schedules, budgets, and commercial risks to facilitate informed decision-making.
  • Assisted Project Managers in developing realistic project budgets and resource plans aligned with project goals.
  • Prepared accurate client invoices per company procedures, client requirements, and contractual terms.
  • Monitored invoice aging and ensured timely collection of revenue while maintaining precise customer account records.

Accounting Bookkeeper

Winzen Corporation
06.2021 - 10.2022
  • Maintained accurate accounting records for construction and property management firms.
  • Processed sub-contractor accounts payable invoices per industry standards and company policies.
  • Managed timely invoicing for customer progress payments and holdbacks.
  • Reconciled credit card and bank accounts, ensuring financial record accuracy.
  • Forecasted cash requirements and requested funds to meet operational demands.
  • Prepared journal entries and contributed to month-end reporting processes.
  • Recommended policies to enhance operational efficiency and control.
  • Communicated with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies effectively.

Accounting Assistant

Routes Car & Truck Rentals
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Analyzed financial statements to evaluate company performance and position.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivables, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
  • Prepared monthly invoices for affiliates, maintaining clear financial communication.
  • Recorded financial entries in QuickBooks daily, weekly, and monthly for accurate tracking.
  • Supervised accounting team, providing oversight and reporting to the controller.
  • Monitored company accounts, conducting quarterly reviews to ensure fiscal health.
  • Developed accounting tools and reports that streamlined financial processes.
  • Collaborated with IT on projects to enhance reporting capabilities.

Accounting Executive

Aster Global Centre
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Posted daily deposits for Pharmacy department accurately and efficiently.
  • Processed daily receipts through debit and credit card terminals.
  • Handled payment plan credit card transactions with precision.
  • Recorded miscellaneous cash receipts from various departments promptly.
  • Followed up on outstanding accounts receivable to secure timely payments.
  • Coordinated with bank to resolve deposit errors and issues swiftly.
  • Managed petty cash reimbursements, ensuring precise record-keeping.
  • Conducted bank runs 2–3 times weekly for deposits and transactions.

Accounting Executive

Art Software & Technology India Pvt Ltd
02.2017 - 09.2018
  • Managed full-cycle accounts payable functions for multiple entities, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
  • Oversaw day-to-day financial operations for a major project, including ledger entries and reconciliations.
  • Maintained project-related information in accounting systems for precise job cost tracking.
  • Led general accounting operations for off-site satellite office, ensuring seamless financial management.
  • Collaborated with Project and Operations teams to analyze project costs for informed decision-making.
  • Evaluated and improved financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy across departments.
  • Coordinated with Project Managers to prepare project budgets aligned with financial goals.
  • Prepared monthly forecasts to support strategic planning and informed resource allocation.

Accounting Executive

Grand Trust Infotech Pvt Ltd
08.2016 - 02.2017
  • Assisted with accounts payable by verifying vendor invoices and employee expenses for proper approvals, coding them, and posting to the accounting system.
  • Supported the processing of electronic payments, ensuring timely payments aligned with due dates.
  • Assisted with accounts receivable by generating and issuing client invoices, and matching them with cash receipts.
  • Developed and refined billing policies, procedures, and process improvements.
  • Contributed to the monthly closing process by preparing analyses and explaining account fluctuations.
  • Reconciled various general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
  • Assisted with the annual external audit process, providing necessary documentation and support.
  • Participate in special projects and other duties as required.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Post Graduate Diploma in International Business

Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Toronto, ON
04-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Commerce

KMM College of Arts & Science
Kerala, India
06-2016

Skills

  • Project Accounting
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Payment reconciliation
  • Invoice processing
  • Budget tracking

Timeline

AR Accountant

Bousfields Inc
10.2022 - Current

Accounting Bookkeeper

Winzen Corporation
06.2021 - 10.2022

Accounting Assistant

Routes Car & Truck Rentals
08.2020 - 06.2021

Accounting Executive

Aster Global Centre
10.2018 - 07.2019

Accounting Executive

Art Software & Technology India Pvt Ltd
02.2017 - 09.2018

Accounting Executive

Grand Trust Infotech Pvt Ltd
08.2016 - 02.2017

Post Graduate Diploma - Post Graduate Diploma in International Business

Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Commerce

KMM College of Arts & Science

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