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1918 Wildflower Drive Pickering,Ontario L1V7A7 Res: 905-492-1429 Cell: 647-964-1429 Email: [email protected] Lawrence Jadunath, CGA (in progress) Summary: An experienced Accounting Manager who is capable of working effectively in a fast paced changing environment. Always maintains a positive attitude, is enthusiastic and knows how to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Easily adapts to change and learns new concepts quickly. Has extensive computer training, including knowledge of multiple networking environments and business software packages. Has a solid knowledge of a variety of computer applications and would be an asset to any organization seeking someone who can make a positive contribution. Key Strengths: Excellent interpersonal skills and customer focused Ability to work equally well in a team or alone Detail minded and analytical Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to multi-task without losing focus Works well under pressure Has sound judgement along with strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills Ability to lead, train and motivate others Always completes tasks within allocated deadlines Proven performance, results oriented attitude Core Competencies: Performance evaluation Training/mentoring Budgeting Analytical problem solver Inventory control Planning/scheduling Work Experience: PLAN INTERNATIONAL CANADA, Toronto, ON Finance Manager Feb 2016-Present Accounts Payable Oversight

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1918 Wildflower DrivePickering,Ontario L1V7A7

Res: 905-492-1429Cell: 647-964-1429

Email: [email protected]

Lawrence Jadunath, CGA (in progress)

Summary:

An experienced Accounting Manager who is capable of working effectively in a fast paced changing environment. Always maintains a positive attitude, is enthusiastic and knows how to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Easily adapts to change and learns new concepts quickly. Has extensive computer training, including knowledge of multiple networking environments and business software packages. Has a solid knowledge of a variety of computer applications and would be an asset to any organization seeking someone who can make a positive contribution.

Key Strengths:

Excellent interpersonal skills and customer focused Ability to work equally well in a team or alone Detail minded and analytical Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to multi-task without losing focus Works well under pressure Has sound judgement along with strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills Ability to lead, train and motivate others Always completes tasks within allocated deadlines Proven performance, results oriented attitude

Core Competencies:

Performance evaluation Training/mentoring Budgeting Analytical problem solver Inventory control Planning/scheduling

Work Experience:

PLAN INTERNATIONAL CANADA, Toronto, ONFinance Manager Feb 2016-Present Accounts Payable Oversight Reported directly to Director of finance Involved in implementation and integration of new business processes FP&A models for board members Ensuring month end journal entries are correct and sign off System testing in support of new ERP System Provide support and financial analysis to Sponsorship team, and category managers

BIG SMOKE BURGER, Toronto, ONBusiness Manager Oct 2014-Feb 2016 Responsible for preparation and review of Financial Statements

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Reported directly to President; provide support to VP Operations Involved in implementation of people soft and integration of new business processes Provided after hours support to all stores involving POS issues and processing through

Merchant lines and day to day operations Updated certification for processing gift cards and integration of new gift cards in our system

working closely with Chase Payment Tech our outside third party processors and ensuring we were up to date with compliances with our tender processing in Canada

Involved in new location set ups within Canada and Middle East; made sure all processes and compliances were met for day to day operations

Reviewed company processes, and updated and improved day to day processes Worked closely on planning and budgeting for new stores and current locations

HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION, Toronto, ONAccounts Payable Manager (Contract) Oct 2013-Present Accounts Payable Oversight Reported directly to CFO; Involved in implementation and integration of new business processes

FUNDRAISING INITIATIVES, INC, Toronto, ONFinancial Controller Jan-2013-Oct 2013 Accounts Payable Oversight Reported directly to CFO; Involved in implementation and integration of new business processes Responsible for preparation and review of Financial Statements Planning Budget and analysis All Finance and full cycle duties.(Y/E closing, Bank reporting) etc. Vendor receivables(rebates, billbacks,damage goodsclaims,etc)

PET VALU, INC, Toronto, ONFinance Manager May 2011-Dec 2011 Accounts Payable Oversight Reported directly to CFO; Involved in implementation and integration of new business processes Duty Draw back calculation and filings Form B2 Filings Vendor receivables(rebates, billbacks,damage goodsclaims,etc) System testing in support of new ERP System Provide support and financial analysis to buyers, inventory analyst and category managers

GOLF TOWN CANADA, INC, Toronto, ON 2003-2011Accounting Manager 2009-2011 Responsible for preparation and review of Financial Statements Reported directly to CFO; managed 5 direct reports and 7 indirect reports Involved in implementation and integration of new business processes Provided after hours support to all stores involving POS issues and processing through

Merchant lines and day to day operations Updated certification for processing gift cards and integration of new gift cards in our system

working closely with Tender retail and Value link as our outside third party processors and ensuring we were up to date with compliances with our tender processing in Canada

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Involved in new location set ups within Canada and outside; made sure all processes and compliances were met for day to day operations

Reviewed company processes, and updated and improved day to day processes Involved in due diligence with new acquisitions and mergers Worked closely on planning and budgeting for new stores and current locations

Senior Accountant 2003-2008 Worked directly with Director of Finance and Director of Financial Reporting of this large,

publicly-traded provider of Golf Equipment Responsible for complex account and general ledger reconciliations, updating and creating

various spreadsheets and financial reporting to the Director of Financial Reporting Prepared financial reports for the CFO, and financial statements Recorded cash receipts, reconciled bank accounts, processed payroll, prepared journal entries Processed all monthly sales Tax Remittances i.e., GST, PST and QST; reviewed all data to

ensure reliability and consistency with provincial tax laws and government Updated and maintained accounting journals, ledgers and other records detailing financial

business transactions (e.g., inventory transactions, expenses, credit vouchers); reviewed financial data and identified non-compliance

Audited store processes (all transactions concerning tender), updated stores on current sales tax compliances; analyzed sales tax exemptions to ensure reliability

Did inventory cycle counts, investigated discrepancies, implemented loss prevention measures Supported store in all transactions and gift card processing Ensured all stores POS and Merchant lines were operational, set up and maintained new

stores

ANS HOMES LTD. London, UK 2001-2002General Accountant Prepared financial statements required to create and implement a business plan Ensured all accounts were kept up to date and information was accurate Created invoices for clients Assisted manager to ensure purchase did not exceed planned budget Verified all final invoices for pricing and coding authorization Analyzed quarterly budgets and made recommendations to selective departments Assisted the Centre Manager to prepare the financial information required for business plan Established and maintained good communications with the head office accounts department,

particularly the accounting manager and team responsible for financial matters of the Centre Implemented and operated the company’s standard computer programs as required Responsible for carrying out the admission and discharge procedures for each resident and

ensured the accounts department at head office receive the correct information Ensured that correct procedure for fee invoicing was carried out within the agreed timelines Assisted Centre Manager to monitor purchases against budget; checked invoices for accuracy

and price prior to coding and authorizing

Education:

CGA Ontario, Toronto, ON CGA Enrolled, 2005

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, London, UK ACCA Level Three, 2000

South Bank Polytechnic, London, UK B.B.A. Degree Business Administration Concentration in Finance, Business Skills and Understanding

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References supplied upon request