Valerie Mauti, CPA
Tottenham
Summary
Seasoned finance professional with extensive experience as a Director of Finance and Senior Accountant, adept in financial budgeting, reporting, and analysis. Expertise in compliance and process optimization, with a strong track record of implementing efficient accounting systems and enhancing financial transparency. A detail-oriented and analytical leader committed to professional conduct, financial proficiency and continuous improvement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Finance
Jake's House for Autistic Children
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall charitable objectives.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Provided insightful recommendations for process and internal control improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency across the organization.
- Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and cash flow requirements.
- Prepared cash flow projections, budget to actual cost analysis and quarterly reports for the board of directors and government funders.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for the year-end audit, including preparation of year-end working papers.
Senior Accountant
BDO Canada LLP
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Efficiently manage year-end engagements and tax return preparation for a diverse client base.
- Conduct audits and assurance engagements for private companies and non-profit organizations, ensuring compliance with firm and regulatory standards in the preparation of working papers and financial statements.
- Foster strong client relationships by providing responsive and professional support while addressing client requests and recommendations.
- Contribute to business development initiatives and identify opportunities to expand services with existing clients.
- Communicate effectively with team members to provide regular progress updates and address challenges in a timely manner.
- Mentor and train staff, supporting their professional development and growth within the organization.
Intermediate Accountant
BDO Canada LLP
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Prepare and finalize working papers, financial statements, and tax returns in compliance with firm and regulatory standards for clients across various industries and non-profit organizations.
- Effectively and efficiently handle audit tasks independently or within a team environment.
- Perform audits on a variety of organizations, prepare working papers and financial statements per regulatory standards.
Accounting Technician
BDO Canada LLP
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Prepare complex personal Tax returns for a variety of clients.
- Preparation of various corporate and payroll-related tax returns, including GST/HST, T4, T4A, T5, T2, and T3 filings, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Building relationships directly with clients to understand tax history and provide the most value to ongoing tax compliance needs.
- Communicating with CRA and other government institutions to resolve tax inquiries.
Junior Accountant
JC Professional Corporation
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Preparation of full cycle accounting for various clients.
- Prepared journal entries and financial transactions using Caseware.
- Preparation of personal and corporate tax returns.
Staff Accountant
The Ford Group Professional Corporation
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Prepared personal and corporate tax returns for various clients.
English Teacher
Columbia English Language School
05.2012 - 05.2013
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Financial Advisor
Freedom 55 Financial
09.2009 - 04.2012
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty in managing their financial portfolios.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.
- Established new client relationships by conducting thorough needs assessments during initial consultations.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce, Honours Program - Management Economics in Industry And Finance
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON05-2008
Skills
- Effective Cash Flow Oversight
- Financial Budgeting, Reporting and Analysis
- Business Process Improvement
- Audit Management
- GAAP Regulatory Compliance
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Detail-Oriented Mindset
- Adaptability to Change
- Professional Conduct
- Effective Time and Task Management
Languages
Certification
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
Timeline
Director of Finance
Jake's House for Autistic Children
09.2023 - 02.2025
Senior Accountant
BDO Canada LLP
01.2022 - 08.2023
Intermediate Accountant
BDO Canada LLP
11.2020 - 12.2021
Accounting Technician
BDO Canada LLP
08.2018 - 10.2020
Junior Accountant
JC Professional Corporation
06.2017 - 08.2018
Staff Accountant
The Ford Group Professional Corporation
02.2015 - 06.2017
English Teacher
Columbia English Language School
05.2012 - 05.2013
Financial Advisor
Freedom 55 Financial
09.2009 - 04.2012
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
Bachelor of Commerce, Honours Program - Management Economics in Industry And Finance
University of Guelph
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