SUKHDEV (SAM) MANHAS, CA

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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Accomplished finance and accounting professional, with extensive experience in corporate,

entrepreneurial and industry specific environments

Strong leadership skills, with a track record of meeting demanding deadlines, without loss of efficiency in

day to day operations

Highly skilled at complex business transactions in finance, debt restructure and analysis of investment

opportunities

Possess effective communication and interpersonal skills that enable good rapport with all levels of staff

and management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

The Vic Van Isle Group of Companies Chief Financial Officer/Controller

Kelowna, BC / Revelstoke, BC May 10 - Present

Manage the day to day operations and finances of 5 companies, of which, each are actively involved in

distinct businesses

The group of companies are comprised of construction, architectural millwork, heavy duty equipment

rental, retail building supply and a real estate investment company

Actively participate in the role of interim CEO in addition to CFO responsibilities

Advise stakeholders on a regular basis with development of business strategies, investment opportunities,

strategic revenue stream development, and the vision of growth associated to our main operations

Analyse and perform the due diligence of opportunities currently not of the business model

Cash flow analysis, regulatory filings, payroll function’s, managing finance department, and the

maintenance and integrity of all accounting functions to the preparation of the monthly financial

statements including consolidation

Achievements:

Compilation and approval of the business plan to purchase a multi-national retail outlet from a national

corporation

Restructured the corporate debt and the day to day operations and proceeded to refinance the entire group

envisioning future growth and its financial needs

Elimination of 1,100,000 million dollars of annual administration and management salaries without

comprising the active day to day activities of the Group

The Wood Wheaton Group, Honda North Controller

Prince George, BC Sept 06-Nov 08

Maintained full charge of all accounting functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable,

General Ledger, Capital Assets, Inventory Control, and Payroll

Prepared monthly financial statements in accordance with Honda North Canada format. Received 100%

reporting bonus for successfully reporting and administrating the financial statements in a timely and

accurate manner

Achievements:

Played instrumental role implementing a new computer system designed specifically for the automobile

industry and the related training required. Experience with Reynolds & Reynolds and ADP Management

Systems

Tuffy’s Holdings Ltd. Chief Executive Officer

Jan 01 – Apr 10

Prince George, BC

Involved in the ownership, operation and management of a multitude of commercial activities, including

operating two entertainment establishments and three liquor retail outlets

Managed ten retail tenants in a commercial property, and operated a low-income housing project with 25

tenants

Responsible for the business management and daily operations of all businesses, including managing over

50 staff members; coordinating product supply and services

Responsible for all accounting functions including yearend preparation and monthly preparation, filing

and reporting of required documents including cash handling, inventory control and the reconciliation of

numerous intercompany transactions

Achievements:

Successfully negotiated the purchase of several failing businesses, ensured a smooth transition of the

purchases, and in short periods of time was able to develop the businesses into profitable ones

Q.M. Bearings and Power Transmission Controller

Feb 98 – Dec 00

Prince George, BC

Maintained full charge of all accounting functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable,

General Ledger, Capital Assets, Inventory Control, and Payroll

Responsible for all accounting functions including yearend preparation and monthly preparation, filing

and reporting of required documents including cash handling, inventory control and the reconciliation of

numerous intercompany transactions and monthly/yearly budgets

Experience with foreign currency transactions, inter-company transactions and cross border transfer

pricing

Achievements:

The complete restructure of debt and future financing needs enabling the company to invest in foreign

markets

The offer of partnership in first year and half of employment

KPMG Article Student

Prince George, BC

Obtained experience and was trained in all areas of accounting, audit, finance, and tax

Experience in forensic accounting regarding the misappropriation of funds

Achievements:

As an employee of KPMG, I was given the opportunity to perform an audit for a client in a non -

conventional way, that subsequently saved them almost $250,000 in provincial tax

EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS

Institute of Chartered Accountants of British Columbia Admitted Dec 98

Prince George Symphony Orchestra Treasurer 94 -95

Rotary Club of Prince George Downtown 03-05

Part Time College Instructor Accounting/Tax 97-98

References Available Upon Request

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