Jeremiah Leslie Serieux

***-* ****** ******, *******, Ontario, Canada 1-647-***-**** addk3l@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/jeremiah-leslie-serieux

Chartered Professional Accountant(CPA, CGA) with two decades of experience in the field, particularly in international agencies and government partners

Skills & Abilities

MANAGEMENT

·Experience in managing complex budgets, organizations and people

·Excellent negotiation, change management and team-building skills

·Adept at achieving financial goals, including maintaining budget balance

·Proven track record working with international organizations and Governments

LEADERSHIP

·Able to motivate employees to achieve excellence

·Is consistently transparent in all aspects of management

·Mentors and models the highest professional standards

COMMUNICATION

·Excellent communications skills in English, whether written or oral

·Highly developed presentation skills

·Extensive knowledge of and abilities in office software e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.

INNOVATION

·Constantly striving to work more efficiently using all tools and resources available

·Adopt and adapt technology and processes for optimum efficiencies

·Keep up-to-date with relevant information on new technologies, processes, applications that could have a positive impact on my work and organization

Education & Training

CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANT (CPA, CGA) – JUNE 2018

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, MANAGEMENT STUDIES & ACCOUNTING JUNE 1999 UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES, MONA

CERTIFICATE IN PR0JECT MANAGEMENT MAY 2007 GAMA INSTITUTE

The GAMA is the premier provider of business and specialized management training in St. Lucia.

Professional Experience

FINANCIAL ANALYST DISCOUNT CAR AND TRUCK RENTAL, TORONTO OCTOBER 2019 TO PRESENT

·My duties include analysis of financial performance of over 300 locations, including variance analysis; preparation of expense allocation reports; and reconciliation of bank and other accounts. In addition, I am involved in the monthly closure procedures and preparation of monthly financial statements, including addressing queries from locations across Canada.

FINANCE CONSULTANT COMSOL ENERGY, FLORIDA, U.S.A JULY 2018 TO JULY 2019

·As an independent consultant, I managed finance and commercial operations for a startup renewable energy company, extending its reach internationally. Duties included market scoping, preparation of business proposals and bid documents, negotiations and writing reports.

PROJECT MANAGER GOVERNMENT OF SAINT LUCIA JANUARY 2018 TO JULY 2018

·In this role, I performed research and analysis of energy use as part of a regional (Eastern Caribbean) energy benchmarking project for the UN Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean. As part of the project, I analyzed renewable energy projects by potential investors on behalf of the Government of St. Lucia.

PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR ROCKY MOUNTAIN INSTITUTE, COLORADO, U.S.A NOVEMBER 2015 TO DECEMBER 2017

Handled logistics, outreach, stakeholder communications and other project management duties for the Institute on behalf of the Government of St. Lucia, as a part of a regional program to increase renewable energy across the Caribbean. I also supported the Request for Proposals (RFP) process to award a US $12 million contract for a photo-voltaic (solar) facility for utility-scale electricity generation.

PROJECT ACCOUNTANT SAINT LUCIA SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT FUND MARCH 2015 TO NOVEMBER 2015

·Managed the financial accounting information system and prepared all computerized accounting reports, budgets, variance analyses and financial statements. I also managed the financing of large and small infrastructural construction projects, worth approximately US$15 million, from RFP to final payment. I also ensured compliance with agreements with partner agencies and Governments.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER INVEST ST. LUCIA NOVEMBER 2010 TO DECEMBER 2013

·Invest St. Lucia is a Government organization designed to promote and enable foreign and local investment in St. Lucia and expand economic opportunities. In the role of Chief Operating Officer, I was responsible for finance, accounting, administrative, technical and human resources functions of the organization. Operational and financial oversight, customer and supplier relations, financial management and Human Resources and business development. While in this role, investment expanded by thirty percent and interest in our organization increased substantially, due to the expansion of marketing, internet, and social media promotion under my watch.

NATIONAL PROJECT COORDINATOR FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS NOVEMBER 2008 TO NOVEMBER 2010

·For two years, as national project coordinator, I maintained relationships between project personnel and relevant St. Lucia government agencies and stakeholder organizations. I managed all procurement and reporting activities according to United Nations and European Union guidelines. I took charge of submitting monthly project reports to the FAO head office according to protocols, and also performed variance analyses. I also contributed to the preparation of detailed work plans and key project indicators (KPI).

Volunteer Experience

CHAIRMAN NATIONAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION JANUARY 2017 TO JANUARY 2019

Elected chairman of this national body that is a philanthropic, non-profit, community based, non-governmental organization that functions primarily as a grant making institution. The NCF supports initiatives that promote social progress. In my role as chairman, I provided strategic advice and guidance and participated in fundraising and philanthropic activities.

TREASURER KIWANIS CLUB OF CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA APRIL 2010 TO JANUARY 2013

·In the role of Treasurer from 2015 to 2018, I led the financial restructuring of the Club including preparation and presentation of monthly financial reports on club activities and operations, for both external and member focused activities. Increased fund raising by 100 percent by conceptualising and implementing additional innovative fundraising activities.

TREASURER ST. LUCIA OLYMPIC COMMITTEE OCTOBER 2004 TO JANUARY 2013

·Member of audit, Human Resources and Credit committees.

References

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