Senior Accountant Supply Chain

KUGATHAS SELLATHURAI

Toronto, ON 416-***-**** ********.****@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/thas-sellathurai/ SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Accomplished, highly knowledgeable Senior Accountant with portfolio of success and CPA designation in progress, driving accounting, finance, and supply chain functions for organizations across diverse industries. Proven history driving finance/accounting operations and team consolidations, process improvement projects, quality enhancements, performance turnarounds, profitability optimization, and cost-cutting efforts. Instrumental in generating revenue, increasing profitability, improving systems, and driving business growth. Reputation for outstanding professionalism and integrity; well-versed in maintaining confidentiality, handling sensitive finance related matters with discretion.

- Technical skills: MS Word, Advanced Excel, QuickBooks, Simply Accounting, Sage 300, ADP, SAP FI/CO & MM.

- Finely honed leadership, critical thinking, organizational, communication, analytical, and time management skills.

- Proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

- Adept at prioritizing, multi-tasking, and pivoting to adapt to ever-changing work environments.

- Equal ability to perform autonomously, as a team leader, and as a supportive team player,

- Creative problem-solver, with strong tactical execution and project management skills.

- Big-picture business strategist, with solid hands-on tactical execution skills. CORE COMPETENCIES

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Reporting Budgeting & Forecasting Accounting Monthly & Annual Closing P&L Management Reporting General Ledger (GL) Cash Flow Analysis Variance Analysis Supplier Negotiations Financial Planning

Internal Auditing Supply Chain Inventory Optimization Risk Analysis ASPE Generally Accepted Accounting Principles GAAP) International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Payroll Tax Cost Accounting Audit Readiness PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

H.A. KIDD & COMPANY LTD., Toronto, ON 2022-Present Senior Accountant

Oversee all operational and financial controls for 3 business entities, supervise 2 Accounting Clerks, drive continual process improvements, ensure accurate month-end close, and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end deliverables for Canada's largest wholesale distributor of quality sewing, knitting and arts & crafts products. Perform monthly and annual closing processes for assigned entities, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and management reporting. Administer accounting and reporting tasks and meet reporting requirements; establish processes, drive continuous improvement, and facilitate ad-hoc projects as needed. Manage all stakeholder relationships.

Successfully improved month-end close time by 20% through process automation.

Reduced manual workloads by 30% by automating the account reconciliation process.

Reviewed all journal entries, reconciled balance sheet accounts, identified potential risks, generated cash forecasts, conducted variance analysis, reported KPI metrics to leadership, and administered biweekly ADP payroll for 200 employees.

Provided leadership guidance on capital vs. operating expense classifications, and assisted with department budgeting.

Represented Finance team on all strategic projects to ensure appropriate accounting, controls, and reporting.

Ensured audit readiness, prepared internal/external audits; finalized audit schedules and supported year-end processes.

Developed and maintained internal controls ensuring compliance with ASPE/GAAP/IFRS standards.

Reduced aged receivables by $150K in 4 months.

Successfully implemented new reporting modules that improved financial visibility and decision-making.

Trained and mentored junior accountants, improving team performance and reducing errors.

Presented monthly financial summaries to executive leadership, highlighting trends and strategic recommendations.

Filed monthly HST/GST and QST returns in full compliance with federal and provincial tax regulations.

Completed and submitted WSIB filings and managed workers’ compensation reporting for all provinces.

Facilitated annual payroll reconciliations and filings related to provincial Workers’ Compensation Boards (e.g., WSIB, WCB, CNESST), ensuring timely submissions and compliance.

Coordinated group benefits and pension activities with Manulife, including enrollments, terminations, and plan updates.

Served as trusted primary liaison with banking institutions for daily business banking needs, credit, and treasury operations. KUGATHAS SELLATHURAI – PAGE 2

416-***-**** ********.****@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/thas-sellathurai/ PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ALUMINUM WINDOW DESIGNS, Woodbridge, ON 2019-2022

Inventory Controller

Retained to oversee inventory and related supply chain operations, including building inventory tracking system from scratch.

Established new SKUs and worked with suppliers to manage inbound deliveries/distribution and logistics processes.

Scheduled, conducted, and reconciled cycle counts; led annual year-end inventory counts.

Reduced inventory level by 30% through diligent inventory optimization efforts, and introduced SOP improvements to maximize efficiency and minimize operational costs.

Maintained and updated accurate inventory records, and generated monthly inventory reports for leadership team. VENTANA WINDOWS & DOORS, Toronto, ON 2018-2019

Financial Analyst

Led efforts to boost operational efficiency by analyzing business trends, costs, commitments, and revenue.

Generated ad-hoc financial reports and evaluated profit plans as required.

Prepared monthly P&L reports and analyzed profit margins/sales performance to assist decision-making process.

Tracked monthly cash flow statements and compared to previous data to assist in cash flow management. JELD-WEN INC., Toronto, ON 2002-2018

Supply Chain Analyst

Managed inventory, negotiated best pricing terms with suppliers, and partnered with A/P Associate to reconcile accounts.

Developed purchasing strategies, identified buying trends to ensure profitability, and conducted research to source products with best combination of quality, price, and delivery.

Generated purchasing reports and liaised with CRA to ensure reporting accuracy and compliance. H&R BLOCK, Brampton, ON 2002-2012

Tax Accountant

Met with clients to assess finances, develop tax planning strategies, and prepare tax filings.

Partnered with the CRA to ensure timely and accurate reporting. EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

*Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Expected: 2028 Bachelor of Accounting & Finance University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka Management Accounting Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, London, UK

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