YAO DEFLY
EDMONTON
Summary
Experienced accounting professional prepared for this role, known for strong analytical skills and precision in financial management. Proven ability to drive results through team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, with focus on accuracy and efficiency. Reliable, dependable, and committed to achieving organizational goals.
Experienced with financial analysis and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Utilizes knowledge of accounting software and financial regulations to streamline processes. Strong understanding of financial data analysis, budgeting, and tax preparation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant
POLY PACK
07.2016 - 03.2025
- Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Established strong relationships with external partners such as banks, auditors, and tax consultants to ensure smooth interactions and compliance.
- Developed annual budgets in collaboration with senior management, aligning resources with company objectives.
- Managed a team of accountants, fostering collaboration and professional growth for improved department performance.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
Accountant
SOPAL
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 200 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.
- Improved budget forecasting accuracy with detailed variance analysis between actual and budgeted figures.
Assistant to the Director of Finance
AFRIC INDUSRTY
01.2008 - 08.2012
- Implemented process improvements within the finance department, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing overall costs.
- Trained junior staff members on finance procedures, fostering a knowledgeable team environment that maximized productivity.
- Collaborated with the Director of Finance on strategic projects, contributing valuable insights and recommendations.
- Contributed to the successful completion of major departmental initiatives by providing timely and accurate financial data analysis.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
- Organized essential documentation for internal audits, ensuring accurate records and smooth audit processes.
- Assisted in budget preparation, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy for annual finance planning.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual reviews to provide necessary information quickly and accurately.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Lome Togo
Lome Togo08-2007
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Bank reconciliation
- Financial statements
- Tax preparation
- Cost accounting
- QuickBooks expert
- Microsoft Excel
- Budget forecasting
- Financial statement preparation
Accomplishments
- Increased profits by 20% without reducing customer satisfaction rates.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved 30 by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Handled and resolved the largest Number of reporting discrepancies in 2012.
- Supervised team of 03 staff members.
Languages
French
Full Professional
English
Professional Working
Certification
- Quickbook Training - 2024
Timeline
Accountant
POLY PACK
07.2016 - 03.2025
Accountant
SOPAL
09.2012 - 06.2016
Assistant to the Director of Finance
AFRIC INDUSRTY
01.2008 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Lome Togo
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