MALCOLM MATTHEW CPA/CA

**, *** ***** ( Dollard-des-Ormeaux ( QC ( H9G 2C3

(514-***-**** 514-***-****

( acb9vq@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

A professional accountant with extensive experience in directing the

accounting and IT functions of multi-sized corporations in various

industries and services. Demonstrates excellent ability to analyse and

formulate solutions to problems. Recognised as an individual of integrity,

autonomy and sound professional judgement. Results oriented with a track

record of creating positive relationships both internal and external across

a spectrum of staff levels. Languages : English-French.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

o Result-driven leader with extensive experience as Controller and Director

of Finance.

o Experienced in hiring, managing, coaching and motivating effective

support teams.

o Proven ability to analyze production costs, reduce overhead, and improve

cash flow.

o Has identified and implemented new accounting & ERP systems.

o Demonstrated capacity to establish solid banking and external financing

relationships.

o Managed relationships with external professionals, lawyers and

accountants.

o Ensured compliance with all US federal and state requirements where NEXUS

exists.

o Registered C-TPAT certification and managed relationship with Homeland

Security.

o Serviced customer quality, environmental (REACH, PROP 65) and compliance

concerns.

o Managed all financial and compliance considerations for off-shore

subsidiaries.

o Assumed responsibility for acquisition and divestiture of Real Estate.

o Managed foreign exchange exposure on a daily basis including forward

contracts.

o Supported sales team in negotiation and pricing of long-term customer

contracts.

COMPUTER EXPERTISE

o ERP Systems ( Tecsys and Baan)

o MS Office ( Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)

o Contact Management Software ( Salesforce and Goldmine)

o Windows environment (95,98,2000)

o Freight rate software( Descartes/Scancode)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

EDELSTEIN DIVERSIFIED CO LTD.

2004-2013 DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

o Negotiated with banks, securing banking facility at prime rate with

fee reductions.

o Liaised with sales team in negotiations with customers on long-term

supply contracts.

o Addressed all Canadian and US income and sales tax issues, including

transfer pricing.

o Restructured Edelstein Group (3 companies in North America).

o Managed the annual operating and capital budgeting and forecasting

process.

o Supervised ongoing cash management and the investment of surplus

funds.

o Managed monthly and annual financial statement preparation and

consolidation.

o Identified areas of potential cost savings and Implemented cost

controls.

o Managed the Human Resource function; ensured compliance with

provincial regulations and provision of competitive compensation plans

and benefits.

o Oversaw risk management including negotiation of comprehensive

liability, umbrella and directors and officers insurance.

o Liaised with external accountants to minimize tax burden and promote

effective audits.

o Monitored product costing and ensured maintenance of gross margins.

o Directed IT group ensuring technology remained current, stable and

secure.

o Worked with software providers to install upgrades on a timely basis.

o Liaised with suppliers and customers to address various compliance

concerns.

IRON MOUNTAIN OF CANADA

2001-2004

DIVISION CONTROLLER/AREA FINANCIAL MANAGER

o Responsible for annual and monthly financial and operational reports.

o Worked with sales teams to negotiate customer storage contracts,

including pricing.

o Supervised preparation of $100million + multi-branch operating budget.

o Managed accounts receivable collection process and liaised with

customers on delinquent accounts.

o Undertook due diligence of three target companies acquired.

FRISCO BAY INDUSTRIES LTD.

1994-2001

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

o Managed relationships with banks and ensured compliance with margin

requirements.

o Assumed responsibility for preparation of Annual Report and SEC

reporting.

o Managed product costing and the maintenance of gross margins.

o Managed pricing of all long-term customer contracts and their periodic

renewal.

o Managed weekly cash-flow and ensured banking restrictions were

observed.

o Reduced Accounts Receivable days outstanding by 25% by direct

negotiation with customers.

o Reduced inventory levels by 20% through introduction of improved

purchasing processes and controls

o As an integral member of the management team participated in the

acquisition of ancilliary businesses.

o Negotiated comprehensive insurance and benefit packages.

PRIOR TO 1994

o Contractors Machinery and Equipment - Corporate Controller, reported

to CEO.

o Vogue Brassiere Inc. - Director of Finance, reported to CEO.

o Canamax Inc. - Corporate Controller, reported to CEO.

o PriceWaterhouse - Senior Manager, reported to various Partners.

Academic Studies

ONTARIO INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS IN ENGLAND AND WALES

Other Information

o Experienced in a variety of industries both union and non-union

environments including : ? Manufacturing ? Mining ? Import and Export

? Contractor ? OEM ? Information Protection and Storage Packaged Goods

? Professional Services.

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