SANDY R. BACCHUS
Vaughan, Ontario
L6A 0L6
Cell: 416-***-****/ Email: *************@*****.***
SUMMARY
A dedicated, efficient and reliable individual with over 10 years of experience within the Accounting Field. Areas of skills and knowledge encompass Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Trial Balance, General Ledger, Bookkeeping, Preparation of Financial Statements, and Customer Service. Sound knowledge of accounting policies and procedures combined with hands-on skills in using various computer applications and office equipment. Possess strong interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills combined with the ability to work productively within a team environment, communicate effectively with all levels of management and grasp new procedures and concepts quickly. Bilingual in English/French.
OBJECTIVE
Seeking an opportunity to work for a dynamic organization where I can apply the knowledge and experience gathered in my previous assignments and also utilize my educational qualifications, thereby benefiting the organization.
RELATED SKILLS In-depth knowledge of accounting programs like ASI, LIBRA, Newstar/REMS, AccPac, Business Vision, Accountivity, Claim Track, Great Plaines, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.Proficient in accounts payable and receivable, reporting and spreadsheet management. Able to meet tight deadlinesHighly driven and ambitious. Active at increasing responsibility. Produced 25% more work in current position than what was expected by managementHardworking. Willing to dedicate long hours to improve company performanceOrganized and accurate. Ability to deal with multiple deadlines and projectsPossess excellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organizational and interpersonal skillsStrong Word processing, data entry and typing skills – 60 w.p.m.Thorough knowledge of clerical procedures and standards of preparing documentation
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
FIRSTONSITE RESTORATION. Mississauga, Ontario Oct. 2012 – Jan. 2013
Accounts Payable Clerk
Responsible for managing Accounts Payable which involve the following duties:
Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and servicesVerify that transactions comply with financial policies and proceduresPrepare batches of invoices for data entryData enter invoices for paymentPrepare vendor cheques for mailingMaintain listing of accounts payableMaintain updated vendor files and file numbersVerifies accuracy of accounts statement by comparing accounts payable source with vendor accounts details
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
G AND L GROUP. Vaughan, Ontario Jan. 2012 – May 2012
Accounts Payable Clerk
Full cycle Accounts Payable which involve the following duties:
Responsible for compiling, reviewing and processing large volume of invoices and Tickets. Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and servicesPrepare batches of invoices for data entry Data enter invoices for payment and print chequesVerifies accuracy of accounts statement by comparing accounts payable source with vendor accounts detailsManage the weekly and monthly cheque runHandles tasks like verifying and posting invoices, purchase orders and expense reports
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
HUGHES CONTAINERS LTD. Toronto, Ontario Aug 2004 – Mar 2011
Accounts Payable Clerk
Responsible for managing full cycle Accounts Payable which involve the following duties:
Code, total, enter, verify and reconcile transactions such as accounts payable and receivable, purchase orders, cheques, and invoicesInput all approved journal entries into the accounting systemConsistently maintained accuracy in calculating figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentagesProduce monthly reports required by the controller for the financial statementsManaged the accurate and timely processing of up to 1,500 invoices per month. Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and proceduresPrepare batches of invoices for data entry and enter invoices for payment.Prepare manual cheques as and when required. Maintain listing of accounts payableAccountable for posting journal entriesManage various accounts receivable duties such as entering A/R invoices, posting invoices, posting cash receipts. Setup and maintain customer database.
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
ORFUS REALTY, Toronto, Ontario Jul 2000 – July 2004
Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk
Responsible for managing a wide spectrum of general Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable duties, which involved functioning within the following capacities:
GENERAL ACCOUNTING: Manage various accounts payable duties such as posting invoices, printing and sending cheques to vendors, posting journal entries and auditing and entering sales reports Accountable for performing all aspects of general accounts receivable functions including preparing bank deposits, collecting rent, and performing annual TMI reconciliationAnalyze accounting information, determine and reconcile discrepancies to ensure accuracyManage and perform a wide spectrum of inventory and reconciliation functions for organizations such as Back Alley’s, Playtime Vending, and Bowling Lines; reconcile bank statements (Visa, Amex, MC and Interac), and run cheque monthly for Back Alley Bar and Grill and Playtime Bowl Inc. Prepare and distribute letters, memos, and statements to tenants regarding various rental discrepancies including rental increases, and payment of rentResponsible for selecting tenants for apartment buildings as well as for representing the company at court hearings regarding rental and related issuesApplication of cash receipts and prepare bank depositsWorked as part of a team in performing other related duties as requiredResponsible for preparing time-sheet schedules for Playtime Bowl Inc. and Back Alley Bar and Grill employees, record keeping and file management of accounting dataAccountable for typing leases, and preparing move-in packages for tenantsRepresent the organization in a professional manner while liaising with customers and the publicPrepare and type various documents, acknowledgment letters, reports, forms, statements, and memorandums
EDUCATION
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE, Scarborough, Ontario 2004 – 2009
Accounting Fundamentals Level 1/CGA COURSES
HERZING INSTITUTE, Montreal, QC 1999
Office Automation/Accounting Diploma
CEGEP VANIER COLLEGE, Montreal, QC 1996
Office System Technology
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