Results-Driven Bookkeeper and Accounting Technician

Shagun Sharma

Calgary, AB 587-***-**** ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Accounting Technician and Bookkeeper with 7+ years of experience delivering full-cycle bookkeeping,

payroll, reconciliations, GST filings, financial reporting, and year-end support for clients across construction,

healthcare, hospitality, retail, and professional services industries. Experienced managing multiple client accounts in

fast-paced accounting firm environments while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. Highly proficient

in QuickBooks Online/Desktop, Xero, CaseWare, payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable, and financial

analysis. Recognized for strong client communication, adaptability, attention to detail, and ability to resolve accounting

discrepancies efficiently under tight deadlines.

CORE SKILLS

• Full-Cycle Bookkeeping • Payroll Processing & CRA Remittances

• Accounts Payable & Receivable • Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations

• GST Filing & Year-End Preparation • Financial Statements & Reporting

• QuickBooks Online/Desktop • Xero & CaseWare

• Budgeting & Financial Analysis • Client Account Management

• Microsoft Office Suite • Data Entry & Record Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Independent Bookkeeper & Accounting Contractor — Calgary, AB Nov 2024 – Present

• Provide full-cycle bookkeeping and accounting support to multiple small and medium-sized businesses across

industries including construction, professional services, technology, and retail.

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing, vendor payments,

collections, and reconciliations.

• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.

• Process payroll, employee reimbursements, source deductions, and contractor payments while maintaining

compliance with CRA requirements.

• Prepare and review GST filings, journal entries, month-end working papers, and financial reports for management

review.

• Work extensively with QuickBooks Online, Plooto, Dext, Accelo, SAP portals, ShareFile, Stripe integrations, and

Shopify reconciliations.

• Assist clients with bookkeeping clean-up projects, historical reconciliations, and correcting accounting discrepancies.

• Support cash flow tracking, budgeting, and financial analysis to help clients improve operational visibility and

decision-making.

• Coordinate directly with business owners, accountants, and external stakeholders to resolve financial and reporting

issues efficiently.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and consistently deliver accurate work within tight deadlines in fast-paced

environments.

Accounting Technician — Arvind Bhatia Professional Corporation, Calgary, AB Nov 2022 – Oct 2024

• Managed bookkeeping and accounting activities for multiple business clients on monthly and annual cycles.

• Prepared year-end CaseWare files, reconciliations, working papers, and financial records for accountants.

• Reviewed and corrected client-maintained A/R and A/P records to improve reporting accuracy.

• Assisted clients with QuickBooks issues, reconciliations, payroll processing, and financial reporting.

Intermediate Bookkeeper — RMI Associates, Calgary, AB Jan 2020 – Oct 2022

• Delivered full-cycle bookkeeping services including payroll, reconciliations, invoicing, and year-end preparation.

• Managed multiple client accounts using QuickBooks Online/Desktop and Xero.

• Prepared financial reports and assisted clients with maintaining accurate accounting records.

• Supported month-end close processes while meeting strict reporting deadlines.

Bookkeeper — Diya Professional Corporation, Calgary, AB Jan 2018 – Nov 2019

• Recorded financial transactions, accruals, payroll entries, and reconciliations for various clients.

• Prepared financial statements in accordance with IFRS, GAAP, and ASPE guidelines.

• Maintained compliance and audit-ready documentation while handling multiple priorities.

Accounting Intern — V.V. Bhalla & Co., Ludhiana, India Mar 2016 – Dec 2017

• Assisted with bookkeeping, reconciliations, report preparation, and accounting data entry.

• Handled confidential client information with professionalism and accuracy.

• Supported senior accountants with accrual accounting and financial documentation.

EDUCATION

• Master of Commerce (Business) — Khalsa College for Women, Ludhiana, India (2016)

• Bachelor of Commerce — Khalsa College for Women, Ludhiana, India (2014)

• Diploma in Travel & Tourism — Khalsa College for Women, Ludhiana, India (2012)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Accounting Software: QuickBooks Online/Desktop, Xero, Simply Accounting, CaseWare

Finance & Payroll Tools: Plooto, Dext, Payworks, Accelo, SAP Portals, Stripe Integrations

Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Outlook, ShareFile

Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi

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