Business Operations Data Analytics

Alex De Girolamo

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Winnipeg, MB, R3N 1B5

Email: **************@*****.***

Phone (mobile): +1-204-***-****

Profile:

• Highly accomplished Finance and Accounting Leader, leveraging over 30 years of international experience in diverse industries across Canada and South America. Expertise spans the Non-Profit, Government, Construction, Healthcare, and Technology sectors, culminating in a comprehensive understanding of financial strategies and business operations.

Core Competencies:

• Specialized experience in Microsoft Excel and data analytics tools, Word, PowerPoint, SQL, Agile, and Accounting Software (QuickBooks – Sage 50 – Dynamics GP), Payroll Software (Payworks-Ceridian-ADP), and Property Management Software (Spectra).

• Proven knowledge of the IFRS, US GAAP, and relevant accounting standards

• Strong skills in internal control evaluation and testing, audit planning and risk assessment, financial statement preparation and analysis, financial modeling, future cash flows, and future financial scenarios (Projected Financial Statements), financial and KPI reporting, and documentation

• Analytical with proactive problem-solving skills; excellent decision-making skills with the ability to lead teams, work well under stress, meet strict deadlines, and excel as an independent contributor and as part of a team. WORK EXPERIENCE

Senior Accountant, Farpoint Films Inc. Winnipeg, MB, Canada – Feb 2025– June 2025 Key functions/responsibilities

• Preparing reports and Farpoint Film Inc. Financial Statements.

• Closing books and consolidation.

• Working on Film production accounting.

Manager of Accounting Services, Winnipeg Housing Rehabilitation Corporation Winnipeg, MB, Canada – Jan 2024– October 2024

Key functions/responsibilities

Budgeting, Planning, Forecasting, Operations, and Analysis.

• Preparing annual budget and analysis of monthly variances against actuals.

• Preparing projections and forecasts according to current and future agreements on management fees, subsidies, capital costs, and expenses (variable and fixed costs). Agreements were celebrated with Manitoba Housing, the City of Winnipeg, and WCC, among others.

• Preparing reports, updating the ERP system (SPECTRA), and calculating performance indicators will provide important feedback about current variances and expected changes to Property Managers and other sectors in Operations.

Accounting

• Supervising Accounts Payable, Treasury, and Accounts Receivable. Reviewing and approving calculated GST positions for rebates.

• Revising and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of processes to attain higher rates of accuracy and timely recording of transactions through the financial management system.

• Evaluating constantly the internal control system to comply with external audits and ensure consistent accountability of the organization in its operations and transactions.

• Preparing Financial Statements and working with external auditors to produce the external audit report on the Financial Statements of the Organization.

Financial Manager, Manitoba Construction Sector Council Inc. Winnipeg, MB, Canada Feb 2013 – Jun 2023

(Non-profit organization, educational services, and training for the construction sector) Key functions/responsibilities

• Developed different internal processes to ensure accountability to Funders and Stakeholders.

• In charge of tax compliance with CRA, Companies Office, and other regulatory bodies.

• Prepared future scenarios for decision making in financials. Recommendations from a financial perspective about business strategies.

• Prepared internal audit reports and developed strategies to address risks and control deficiencies, reporting to the Executive Director Board regarding audit findings, potential issues, and suggested resolutions.

• Managed financially multiple project budgets based on original approved proposals. Reporting to funders, the Executive Director and Board, profit obtained and variances between the original budget and actuals.

• Applied strong knowledge of accounting standards to identify and resolve accounting issues, discussed audit adjustments to external auditors, and prepared accurate audited financial statements and financial analysis reports to Funders, External Auditors, and the Board of Directors. Accomplishments

• Profit-oriented contributed to design, create, and maintain a financially solid "emergency fund" to afford 6+ months of Wages, Contributions, and Benefits. Operating costs and suppliers' contracts until the end of the project.

• Presented audit findings, potential risks on internal control, and advice for improvements to clients periodically, building strong relationships with clients through effective communication.

• Through applying "cost reduction" programs, negotiation of contracts, use of new technologies in administrative processes, and "cost-benefit" evaluation, I dramatically increased the profit margins of the organization. Senior Finance Manager, Centre for Education and Work Inc. Winnipeg, MB, Canada - Jan 2007 – Nov 2015

(Non-profit organization, educational services, and training for different industries) Key functions/responsibilities

• Developed different internal processes to ensure accountability to Funders and Stakeholders.

• Prepared future scenarios for decision making in financials. Recommendations from a financial perspective about business strategies.

• Prepared internal audit reports and developed strategies to address risks and control deficiencies, reporting to the Executive Director Board regarding audit findings, potential issues, and suggested resolutions. In charge of tax compliance with CRA, Companies Office, and other regulatory bodies.

• Managed financially multiple project budgets based on original approved proposals. Reporting to funders, the Executive Director and Board, profit obtained, and variances between the original budget and actuals.

• Applied strong knowledge of accounting standards to identify and resolve accounting issues, discussed audit adjustments to external auditors, and prepared accurate audited financial statements and financial analysis reports to Funders, External Auditors, and the Board of Directors. Accomplishments

• Profit-oriented contributed to design, create, and maintain a financially solid "emergency fund" to afford 6+ months of Wages, Contributions, and Benefits. Operating costs and suppliers' contracts until the end of the project.

• Presented audit findings, potential risks on internal control, and advice for improvements to clients periodically, building strong relationships with clients through effective communication.

• Through applying "cost reduction" programs, renegotiation of contracts, use of new technologies in administrative processes, and "cost-benefit" evaluation, I dramatically increased the profit margins of the organization. Accountant, Dimension Display Inc./Dimension Display Comm. Group Winnipeg – MB- Canada - Sep 2006- Jan 2007

(Advertising Company)

Key functions/responsibilities

• Reported accounting, budgeting, and financial information to the General Manager and the company's president.

• Responsible for Accounts Receivables and Payables, Payroll and Taxes, Banking, and Internal Audits.

• In charge of tax compliance with CRA, Companies Office, and other regulatory bodies.

• Prepared accurate audited financial statements and financial analysis reports.

• Contact with customers and suppliers.

Accomplishments

• Organized the Accounting department, providing accurate financial information to the company President.

• Designed and applied administrative and accounting processes according to internal control standards and improved financial reporting, tax returns, and the preparation of Financial Statements.

• Improved accurate and timely communication and interaction with external auditors, customers, and suppliers. Financial Analyst, Jostens Canada/Lifetouch Canada Winnipeg – MB - Jul 2005- Sep 2006

(Manufacturing - Pictures, rings, etc.)

Key functions/responsibilities

• Reporting financial information to the Jostens Canada Finance Vice President, the Director of Operations (Plant), and the Jostens Canada financial controller.

• Internal auditing of revenue and COGs for the company's Financial Statements.

• Updating an operational/financial dashboard to assess performance. Reported to the Manager of Performance of the Company. I was his Assistant Manager.

Accomplishments

• Improved performance report by the addition of some KPI, not previously considered.

• Improved reports by designing new templates and adding accounting information.

• Shortening of administrative processes while keeping the same levels of accuracy. Reports were delivered days before the previously established historical deadlines. RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE BEFORE 2005

Accounting Manager, Hospital Alemán (German Hospital) Buenos Aires, Argentina - Feb 1999 - Mar 2005 Key functions/responsibilities

• Prepared financial statements, annual report, and other financial analyses (budgets and costs).

• Controlled and examined accounting records and evaluated financial reporting systems, providing financial and business advice to the President and the board of directors.

• Attended external audits (Deloitte & Touche), internal audits, and requirements of government economic agencies and banks.

• Planned, set up, and administered accounting systems developed on the ORACLE environment, based on financial policies and legal procedures.

• Prepared financial statements, annual report, and other financial analyses (budgets and costs).

• Controlled and examined accounting records and evaluated financial reporting systems, providing financial and business advice to the President and the board of directors.

• Attended external audits (Deloitte), internal audits, and requirements of government economic agencies and banks.

• Planned, set up, and administered accounting systems developed on the ORACLE environment, based on financial policies and legal procedures.

Senior Analyst and Supervisor, IBM Corporation (Region: Argentina-Chile-Uruguay-Bolivia-Paraguay) Buenos Aires, Argentina - Nov 1991 - Apr 1995

Key functions/responsibilities

• Worked at the Billing Department (Finance Division), planning, setting up, and administering an accounting system

(processing a monthly revenue of $ 20 million). Reported monthly and quarterly information for the preparation of the company's financial statements.

• Verified and controlled internal and external audits compliance with standards in all operations of the department.

• Reviewed compliance with corporate policies and procedures. Led several teams looking for effective cost reductions in the operations of the department.

• Examined financial accounts and accounting records. Reported financial information to the IBM General Accounting Manager and the company's Headquarters in Armonk, New York, USA.

• Accomplishments

• Improved timely reports to General Accounting and IBM Headquarters in the USA.

• Improved reports by designing new templates and adding accounting information.

• Improved processes to attain compliance with IBM's internal standards.

• Shortening of administrative processes while keeping the same levels of accuracy. Reports were delivered days before the previously established historical deadlines.

• Reviewed and redesigned internal controls at the Billing Department.

• Reduced customer complaints on billing issues reported by the "Customer Complaint Team)

• Contributed to improving operational results at the department, as reflected in polls made by independent international poll agencies on Customer Satisfaction and Administrative Processes.

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EDUCATION

• The University of Winnipeg B.A. in Economics Winnipeg, MB, Canada Sep 2015 - Mar 2017

• University of Buenos Aires (Argentina) Bachelor of Business Administration & Mgmt. Mar 1991 - Jun 1994

• University of Buenos Aires (Argentina) Public Accountant Buenos Aires, Argentina Mar 1985 - Jun 1990

• Canadian Security Certification (Canadian Securities Institute – Moody's Analytics - 2018).

• QuickBooks Certification.

• Specialization in Business and Financial Modelling – Certificate (Wharton School – Univ. of Pennsylvania - 2021)

• Certificate in Quality Management (Univ. of Manitoba - accredited by CPHR Manitoba - 2022).

• Certificate in Instructional Design (University of Illinois). NOTE: Chartered Accountant (CA) in Argentina and South America - Professional Council of Economic Science - Buenos Aires - Argentina. Authorized to sign External Audit Reports, Tax Returns to Companies, and Accounting Documentation for legal purposes.

LANGUAGES

• Spanish (native language)

• French (Intermediate – College Universitaire de Saint Boniface)

• Italian (Intermediate-Istituto Dante Alighieri)

• German (Intl. certification issued by Goethe International Institute - Germany)

• Portuguese (Intermediate).

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