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Vinit Makin

141 Davisville Ave, Toronto,ON

Summary

An analytical and knowledgeable accounting professional with over 10 years of experience completing tasks across all areas of full-cycle accounting within both international and local contexts. I have a proven track record of supporting company-wide accounting processes and adopting best practices to streamline operations, drive efficiency, and expedite the delivery of financial reports. I am skilled in automation and well-versed in the latest technological advancements relevant to accounting and bookkeeping.

Work History

General Accountant ( Mat Leave Coverage)

Firmex
10.2023 - Current

• Manage the end-to-end billing process for 500-600 sales orders monthly, ensuring accuracy and timeline.

• Oversee revenue recognition processes in alignment with ASC 606 and IFRS 15 standards to ensure compliance and accuracy. Review month-end revenue schedules generated by automated revenue recognition systems to verify their accuracy.

• Processing payroll, commissions for Canadian and UK entity other payroll related tasks including posting payroll journal entries and processing ROEs as needed- 160 employees in total.

• Reconciling company bank accounts, and corporate credit cards. Filing HST return and QST Returns.

• Accounts Payable - posting vendor bills, AP processing and payments issuance.

• Performing the processing of monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed asset additions and depreciation and recording of adjusting and reclassification journal entries, where necessary.

• Support the company's monthly general accounting financial statement close process through the preparation of and input of standard journal entries, account reconciliations and reporting packages.

Senior Accountant (Contract)

VetBooks
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of 6 veterinary clients, with annual revenues ranging from $1million to $20million, overseeing all aspects of their bookkeeping needs
  • Maintained, monitored, and reconciled GL accounts with exceptional attention to detail
  • Identified and promptly resolved issues and discrepancies, working closely with supervisors and clients to develop effective resolutions
  • Reviewed monthly work papers and published timely monthly financial statements
  • Processed payroll and vendor payments for clients
  • Demonstrated strong client relationship skills through quarterly financial reporting meetings, ensuring transparent and informed discussions

Accounting Analyst

Carmel Cannabis
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Lead end-to-end accounting and day-to-day financial operations for all corporate entities
  • Managed month-end closing processes, including preparation of balance sheets and income statements, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Provided strategic financial insights and support to company founders, assisting in decision-making and business planning
  • Reduced accounts processing time by 30% through implementation of automated software and efficient data entry practices
  • Collaborated closely with external auditors during year-end audit processes, providing necessary documentation and facilitating a smooth audit experience
  • Successfully coordinated and executed compliance reporting on a monthly basis to Health Canada and the CRA, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements

Accounts Payable Specialist

TFI Canada
10.2019 - 10.2020
  • Responsible for overseeing the complete accounts payable cycle of the company
  • Effectively migrated the complete accounts payable process from the company's previous accounting system to ERP MS Dynamics 365
  • Implemented automation in the AP process, resulting in a 40% reduction in the invoice booking timeline and significant decrease in errors
  • Conducted monthly vendor reconciliations
  • Collaborated with the controller to support month-end closing processes and facilitate financial reporting

Assistant Manager

Husky Gas Station
11.2014 - 03.2019
  • Applied accounting & financial skills in the day-to-day operations management role
  • Took full responsibility for financial and bookkeeping operations of 3 Husky Gas stores within the cluster
  • Skillfully managed financial transactions, including recording sales, tracking expenses, and accurate record maintenance
  • Ensured meticulous bookkeeping practices, reconciled accounts, and collaborated with external consultants to ensure accurate financial reporting
  • Successfully balanced hands-on management of one location‘s daily operations while overseeing the financial and bookkeeping aspects of other stores within the cluster

Accounting Executive

Directi Group
04.2013 - 12.2013

Accounting & Audit Associate

D.H. Prajapati & Co.
02.2012 - 03.2013

Semi-Senior Audit & Assurance

KPMG
09.2007 - 12.2011

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - International Business Management

Mohawk College of Applied Arts & Technology
01.2014

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance & Accounting

University of Mumbai
01.2007

Skills

  • Full Cycle Accounting
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Reconciliations
  • Payroll Processing
  • Financial Statement Preparation
  • Financial Analysis and Reporting
  • Revenue Recognition (ASC 606/IFRS 15)
  • Month-End Close
  • Experience with QBO, NetSuite, Xero, and MS Dynamics 365
  • Taxation

Timeline

General Accountant ( Mat Leave Coverage)

Firmex
10.2023 - Current

Senior Accountant (Contract)

VetBooks
01.2023 - 09.2023

Accounting Analyst

Carmel Cannabis
11.2020 - 12.2022

Accounts Payable Specialist

TFI Canada
10.2019 - 10.2020

Assistant Manager

Husky Gas Station
11.2014 - 03.2019

Accounting Executive

Directi Group
04.2013 - 12.2013

Accounting & Audit Associate

D.H. Prajapati & Co.
02.2012 - 03.2013

Semi-Senior Audit & Assurance

KPMG
09.2007 - 12.2011

Post Graduate Certificate - International Business Management

Mohawk College of Applied Arts & Technology

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance & Accounting

University of Mumbai
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