Hi, I’m
Zachary Alphonso
Business Development, Finance & Accounting
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue,QC
Summary
Driven professional adept at guiding organizational growth through robust financial strategies and management. Well-versed in recognizing operational inefficiencies and risks and improving internal controls, standards and procedures. Stellar several-year background in growing organizations, developing and maintaining brand partnerships, optimizing cash flow, and building strategic marketing plans.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chromehill DevelopmentsDollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec
Junior Financial Controller
02.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Managed TPS/TVQ (GST/QST) filing and compliance for regulatory adherence.
- Prepared monthly and quarterly profit and loss statements, cash flow analyses, and balance sheets.
- Participated in the general accounting review to identify financial discrepancies.
- Performed bookkeeping tasks to maintain accurate financial records (general ledger organization, financial reporting).
- Maintained active communication with prominent law and accounting firms including KRB, Faskin, BLP, and Crowe BGK.
- Oversaw invoicing for accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Monitored cash flow continuously to optimize liquidity position.
- Reviewed contracts to ensure accuracy in pricing, payment terms, and currency exchange rates.
Chromehill DevelopmentsDollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec
Finance Associate Intern
08.2023 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Use specialized programs to build and analyze Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for tracking information and generating reports.
- Reviewed financial statements to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Participated in monthly forecasting meetings to evaluate budget versus actual results.
- Assisted in preparing budgets for various projects
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to assess operations and recommend improvements.
- Learned to manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks to ensure accurate financial records.
- In-depth analysis of commercial and residential real estate, and brick-and-mortar business principles for operational insights (Gas Station, Investment Property, Real Estate Development, Commercial Leasing).
- Generate leads for investment properties in both local and international real estate markets. (Canada, Costa Rica)
- Evaluated investment profitability and contributed to initial contract negotiation discussions.
- Established relationships with local vendors for business purposes
No Requests Montreal, Quebec
Operations Manager, Strategic Marketing Consultant
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Managed social media accounts to engage customers and promote products effectively.
- Price strategy modification for food and drink based businesses in accordance with the nature of the customer base per venue
- Developed strategic marketing plans that enhanced customer satisfaction and brand awareness.
- Cultivated relationships with prominent brands for event partnerships & sponsorships, including F1, Redbull, Snapchat, Patron, Happy Dad, Casamigos, Dom Pérignon, and Don Julio.
- Created and implemented diverse promotional content such as flyers, videos, and interviews.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
Air-En-Fête Inc.Sainte-Anne-De-Bellevue, Quebec
Activity Coordinator
05.2021 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Conducted periodic safety inspections of all facilities used during day camp activities.
- Utilized problem-solving techniques to resolve conflicts between campers.
- Regular interventions with campers regarding their safety.
- Customer service-based job requires open communication between parents, guardians, campers, and management to ensure the longevity of the day camp and its programs.
- Scheduled regular meetings with staff members to discuss upcoming plans or changes in existing programs
Education
Concordia UniversityMontreal, QC
Bachelor of Commerce from Finance, Minor in Accounting
12.2024 - Current
John Abbott CollegeSainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
Diploma of College Studies from Commerce / Psychology
08.2021 - 12.2023
Loyola High SchoolMontreal, QC
High School Diploma
08.2016 - 06.2021
University Overview
- Honor Roll (2 years)
- Member of Loyola Warriors (Juvenile Hockey Team)
- Elected Captain of Loyola Braves (Bantam Hockey Team)
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools
- Bookkeeping
- Regulatory compliance
- Cash flow management
- Customer service
- Project management
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Cost accounting
- Proficient in accounting software
- Integrated accounting systems
- Budgeting
- Financial reports
- Advertising and marketing
- Content strategy
- Partnership strategy
- Brand Partnerships
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- Competitive Hockey Player at the Juvenile Level (Loyola High School)
- Classically trained pianist (15 years), played at Oscar Peterson Hall, McGill Conservatory, etc
- Musical Curator & Audio Management for several restaurants and venues (212 Montreal, Bord'Elle Montreal, Yoko Luna Montreal, etc)
Certification
- Diplôme D'Aptitude en Fonction D'Animateur (DAFA)
- Introduction to working in an leadership and customer service setting
- Learn the tools needed to manage groups of different sizes
- Learn how to stand out in the environment of entertainment and marketing
Timeline
Concordia University
Bachelor of Commerce from Finance, Minor in Accounting
12.2024 - Current
Junior Financial Controller
Chromehill Developments
02.2024 - Current
Finance Associate Intern
Chromehill Developments
08.2023 - 01.2024
Operations Manager, Strategic Marketing Consultant
No Requests
01.2023 - Current
John Abbott College
Diploma of College Studies from Commerce / Psychology
08.2021 - 12.2023
Activity Coordinator
Air-En-Fête Inc.
05.2021 - 08.2024
Loyola High School
High School Diploma
08.2016 - 06.2021
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