Valerie Bringas
Senior Accountant
Calgary,AB
Summary
I am a driven professional seeking to obtain my Canadian CPA designation. With experience in public audit and private enterprise, I have developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills. I am dedicated to providing high-quality work for my clients and am eager to continue growing in my career.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant (Public Audit)
MNP LLP
Calgary, Alberta
10.2023 - Current
Intermediate Accountant (Public Audit)
MNP LLP
Calgary, Alberta
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted public and private company audit engagements as well as review engagements
- Reviewed financial statements and corresponding notes applying knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/or Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE)
- Investigate and correct discrepancies/irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports
- Respond to client questions and queries
- Effectively communicate with manager or engagement partner on the progress of engagements
- Vouch and assess appropriateness of audit evidence
- Clearly document evidence from testing and conclusions made
- Complete bank and other account reconciliations
- Collaborated with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas, materiality and deadlines
- Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
- Coach and mentor junior/intermediate team members
- Developed and maintained relationships with client management
Articling Accountant (Private Enterprise)
MNP LLP
Peace River, Alberta
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Develop technical expertise in areas including tax, compilations, reviews, and audits (personal, corporate, and partnerships)
- Review, investigate and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports
- Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns ensuring compliance with government standards for various types of entities; profit, not-for-profit, and partnerships (T4 and T5 tax returns)
- Summarize current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statements and other relevant reports
- Vouch and assess appropriateness of audit evidence for expenses, revenues, accounts payable, accounts receivable and prepaid expenses
- Liaise and correspond professionally with clients, colleagues and the firm leadership team
- Collaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas, materiality and deadlines
- Learn about key financial systems of clients and how to analyze risk
- Perform testing on all sections of a client file and ensure documentation of evidence viewed and conclusions
Tax Intern
Ernst & Young LLP
Calgary, Alberta
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Income tax preparations for Canadian and US individuals
- Identified potential tax credits and liabilities and ensures accuracy
- Completed tax forms in accordance with policies and in compliance with legislation and regulations
- Prepared tax returns using electronic filing software
- Developed tax compliance knowledge and assist with CRA and IRS audits and tax notice response
- Developed reports in Spotfire to automate various tax analyses and reporting
- Participated in internal and external training in order to maintain and enhance knowledge of tax law andsoftware applications
- Identified, researched, and assessed various tax issues while also providing information to seniors andmanagers
Bookkeeper
Matt's Pizza, Peace River
Alberta
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Ensured accurate and timely processing of accounting data
- Performed accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, balanced cash, and posted sales invoices
- Researched account transactions to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Accurately posted transactions utilizing proprietary data system
- Employed outstanding communication skills in interacting closely with members throughout all phases of billing and collections.
Junior Accountant
Superb Operating Company Ltd
Calgary, Alberta
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Processed an average 60 invoices and employee expense reports on a daily basis
- Maintained accounts payable reports, spreadsheets and accounts payable files
- Prepared month and year end closings and prepared accounts analysis
- Researched and solved payment discrepancies and perform filing and copying
- Regularly recorded and processed vendor payments
- Prepared bank reconciliations and intercompany reconciliation (checking for errors, balancing, and goingback to the original source document for verification)
- Made departmental purchases as directed such as office supplies
Accounts Payable Specialist
N7 Energy Ltd
Calgary, Alberta
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Managed accounts payables by processing, maintaining, and verifying the accuracy of invoices andsupporting documents
- Efficiently responded to suppliers and vendors' inquiries
- Organized and maintained proper filing of accounts payables files
- Thoroughly followed process in Print and obtain signatures on all accounts payable checks
Crew and Supervisor
KFC, Peace River
Alberta
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Supervised 3 other employees and provided on-the-job training
- Received payment by cash, credit cards, or automatic debits
- Cooked food orders and maintained proficiency at every station
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning and end of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct andthat there is adequate change
Education
Bachelor of Management - Accounting and Finance
Dhillon Business School (University of Lethbridge)
04.2021 - 12.2021
Skills
Accounting - Highly adept at financial reporting and analysis, accounts payable/receivable management, corporate and personal income tax preparation, and audit engagements
Software and Computer - Intermediate proficiency skills in Tax Prep, TaxCycle, CCH, CaseWare, Profile, Sage, and Quickbooks Advanced knowledge and strong understanding of invoicing processes and reporting using Pandell AP and Pandell JVIntermediate proficiency knowledge in MS Office Microsoft Excel Proficient in Powerpoint, Internet, and Email
Customer Service - Over 4 years of customer service experience, working in restaurant business settings Proven skills in processing cash, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits
Time Management - Organized, detail oriented, and efficient in completing deadline-driven tasks Effectively multi-tasks, manage time and priorities
Communication - Clear and concise in verbal and written communication
Teamwork and Interpersonal - Proven customer service in sales and volunteer settings Personable, adaptable and cooperative team player
Timeline
Senior Accountant (Public Audit)
MNP LLP
10.2023 - Current
Intermediate Accountant (Public Audit)
MNP LLP
01.2023 - 09.2023
Articling Accountant (Private Enterprise)
MNP LLP
01.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Management - Accounting and Finance
Dhillon Business School (University of Lethbridge)
04.2021 - 12.2021
Tax Intern
Ernst & Young LLP
02.2020 - 04.2020
Bookkeeper
Matt's Pizza, Peace River
08.2019 - 01.2021
Junior Accountant
Superb Operating Company Ltd
01.2018 - 11.2018
Accounts Payable Specialist
N7 Energy Ltd
01.2017 - 02.2018
Crew and Supervisor
KFC, Peace River
08.2013 - 08.2016