Project Management Accounts Receivable

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Bandula Abey

416-***-**** - *********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/bandula-abey/

Professional Summary

Highly accomplished professional Accountant with over 10 years of progressive experience in financial accounting, reporting, and analysis across diverse industries, including manufacturing, construction, janitorial, and marketing. Adept at driving efficiency, accuracy, and compliance while managing full-cycle accounting operations. Recognized for growing revenue through effective team leadership, project management, and process improvements, with a strong track record of successfully leading accounting departments in small to mid-sized organizations. Areas of Expertise

Technical Skills - Preparation of HST and T1 General Tax Returns & Corporate Tax Returns, General ledger management, financial statement preparation, and GAAP reporting, Annual budget preparation and payroll administration, Inventory control, account analysis, Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, experienced with QuickBooks desktop and online, SAP, and Sage 50 Soft Skills - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, Excellent critical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities, Creative problem-solver with a knack for innovative administrative solutions, Detail-oriented, motivated, action-driven, and results-focused, accountable, responsible, and ethical

Work Experience

Financial Controller / Accountant February 2015 - July 2025 Super Shine Services Ltd, Mississauga, ON

• Improved the effectiveness and accountability of the company's financial reports by preparing year-end financial statements and periodic accounting reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and annual budget reports as per GAAP.

• Enhanced the company's liquidity and profitability over the past 8 years by overseeing the full cycle accounting of the company, administering Accounts receivable as well as Accounts payable management, reconcile company credit card statements on a monthly basis and improving the relationship with the company's vendors and customers.

• Maintain / update Prepaids, Accrued Liabilities and Capital assets schedules

• Proficiently managed the preparation and timely filing of a range of monthly government tax returns, including HST adjustments, corporate tax returns, payroll tax, annual T4 / T4A / T5 Slips, EI reports, EHT, and WSIB reports.

• Directed and oversaw the activities of the financial department, encompassing payroll administration and bank reconciliations. Improved operational efficiency by conducting thorough analyses of general ledger accounts and reconciling intercompany accounts.

• Resolved previous financial management and taxation concerns by executing a diverse array of administrative and financial functions, including liaising with commercial banks, Revenue Canada, and other state institutions.

• Performed other financial ad hoc duties, including implementing fixed assets accounting, preparing account reconciliation reports, and depreciation journals, and worked with external auditors to conduct the company's annual audit compliance. 2

Accountant October 2014 – January 2015

Hasan's Importing & Marketing Inc, Mississauga, ON

• Analyzed and maintained an adequate system of accounting records by managing the company's accounts receivable and payables functions.

• Enhanced the accuracy of the company's reported financial results by preparing monthly income statements and annual budget reports, and ensured results complied with GAAP.

• Developed comprehensive product costing strategies, facilitating informed pricing decisions, and maximizing the company's profitability by 6.2%

• Conducted precise reconciliation of Bank Account Statements, ensuring seamless accounting operations as well as daily sales reports to provide accurate management insights.

• Conducted rigorous reconciliation of Sales and Purchased ledger accounts, validating transaction accuracy and financial soundness and Perform expense analysis as required.

• Prepared employee salaries promptly, contributing to efficient administration and finance management.

Finance Manager October 2004 – July 2014

Cey-Nor Foundation Limited

• Led a team of 50+ employees and directed finance department activities, including analysis of ledger accounts, reconciliation of inter-company accounts, and management of payroll administration.

• Spearheaded the preparation of annual and periodic management accounting reports, including monthly and annual income statements, balance sheets, and annual budgets.

• Produced variance analysis reports and implemented a cost-saving measure that provided actionable insights for the management and reduced operational expenses by 15%.

• Managed fixed assets accounting processes, including reconciliations and depreciation journal entries, ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting practices.

• Analyzed financial data and identified cost savings opportunities, resulting in a 10% reduction in operating costs over the year.

• Analyzed financial statements and identified areas of improvement, leading to a 5% improvement in profit margins.

Education

Master of Business Administration

Asia e University

o World Education Services (WES), Toronto, ON, has accredited the degree as equivalent to a master's in business administration from a Canadian university. Bachelor of Accounting

Sri Lanka Technical College

o World Education Services (WES), Toronto, ON, has accredited the degree as equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in accounting from a Canadian university. Executive Diploma in Accounting & Finance

Institute of Chartered Accountancy of Sri Lanka

o World Education Services (WES), Toronto, ON - accredited the diploma as equivalent to a Canadian executive management Diploma offered by a graduate school of business. Payroll and Financial Administration Diploma

Canadian Carrier College – Mississauga- ON

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Professional membership

• CPB (Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada) – Certified Member

• IPFM-UK (The Institute of Professional Financial Managers) – Associate Member

• SM-AAT (The Association of Accounting Technicians of Sri Lanka) – Senior Member

• MCPM (The Institute of Professional Managers of Sri Lanka) – Certified Member

• CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) – In the process

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