Myrna del monte
****-**** *** ****** • Toronto • M5S 3A6
647-***-**** • acuiac@r.postjobfree.com
BOOKEEPER / ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
A hardworking individual with strong accounting skills and knowledge, good communication and interpersonal skills, and a solid experience in the full cycle of accounting/bookkeeping.
Summary of Qualifications
Highly skilled Accountant/Bookkeeper with 3rd year level CGA program designation.
Strong attention to detail in the maintenance, recording transactions and generating reports.
Full knowledge/experience of the full-cycle in A/P function, A/R collections, Reconciliations, month-end government remittances, and up to preparation of financial statements and month-end schedules.
Knowledge in payroll preparation, T4 and government remittances.
Proficient in Accounting Software as to Lawson, Sun System, QuickBooks, Accpac, MAS500,
Net Integrity.
Organizational skills; Analytical and information management.
Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
Strong team and work ethic, punctual and complete tasks on a timely manner.
Aptitude for negotiating/handling effectively with vendors, freelancers and internal managers.
Work Experience
Contract Appointments: (as Accounts Payable/Accounting Assistant):
Shoppers Drugmart Feb 2016 – Mar 2016
CFDI (Community First Development Inc.) Oct 2015 – Jan 2016
Spafax Canada, Toronto April 2015 – July 2015
DBRS Limited, Toronto Nov 2014 – Jan 2015
GCIC Limited, Toronto Oct 2012 – May 2013
Full-Time Employment:
BELL MEDIA (formerly Chum Ltd and CTV Globemedia): Nov 1996 – Dec 2011
CTV Globemedia, Toronto - (2 yrs.)
Accounts Payable, Cheque Processor:
Checked the proper approvals and accuracy of accounts payable invoices.
Reviewed accounts payable entries and made appropriate changes/corrections.
Balanced/dealt on vendor statements to accounts payable and rectify discrepancies.
Was in-charged in printing and issuing cheques on time for due dates.
Administered rush payment requests and generated cheques on the same day when required.
Maintained open communications to other departments, vendors, freelancers as to queries, questions and follow-ups.
Chum Limited, Toronto - (13 yrs.)
Bookkeeper/Accountant:
Analysed and maintained the General Ledger accounts to ensure the accuracy of accounting records.
Investigated, followed-up and cleared all reconciling and unusual items discovered on or before month-end for reconciliation purposes.
Reconciled/cleared inter-company charges of (4) four TV stations. (CIVI, CKAL, Bravo and CKX).
Myrna del monte
1616-1001 Bay Street • Toronto • M5S 3A6
647-***-**** • acuiac@r.postjobfree.com
(Continuation):
Performed/coordinated on month-end accruals/prepayments, adjusting journal entries, bank and A/P reconciliations and variance analysis accordingly.
Prepared various month-end schedules like Fixed Assets, Accounts Receivables, and Employees Cash Advances and up to preparation of the trial balance.
Verified and ensured all monthly remittances were submitted on or before due dates. (GST, PST and non-resident taxes.)
Processed vendor and supplier invoices in a timely manner and also verified accuracy approvals, account coding and due dates for cheque processing and released on time.
Prepared payroll for over 100 employees using Royal Bank’s ADP payroll system.
Supported and responded to freelance and department head queries regarding cheque requisitions in a timely manner.
Education/ Professional Development
BSC – Major in Accounting
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Diploma in Computerized Accounting
North American College, Toronto
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
An Active Volunteer at St. Basil’s Church Coffee Hour
Previous member of the Association of Filipino-Canadian Accountants