Experienced Canadian Bookkeeper and Accountant

Saman Veediya Bandara

West Vancouver, BC, Canada +1-672-***-**** **************@*****.***

SUMMARY

Detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper and Accountant with more than 20 years of progressive accounting experience in bookkeeping, general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, budgeting, tax compliance, and audit support. Currently working as a Bookkeeper at PuroClean Restoration in British Columbia since June 2024. Experienced in maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounting transactions, reconciling accounts, supporting payroll and tax requirements, and working with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Strong background in both Canadian and international accounting environments, with previous experience in automotive, construction, apparel, and professional accounting organizations. Experienced in working with management, clients, suppliers, banks, auditors, and tax authorities while maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and strict accounting deadlines.

EDUCATION

University of Kelaniya Colombo, Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Business Management 2003 – 2008

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka

Intermediate Certification – Certified Business Accountant 2004 – 2008 JMC Faculty of Marketing & Management Sri Lanka

Diploma in Business Management 2007 – 2008

IDM Nations Campus Sri Lanka

Diploma in Computerized Accounting Packages 2006 – 2007 EXPERIENCE

ACCOUNTANT June 2024 – Present

PuroClean Restoration – Northshore Burnaby /Vancouver /Whistler Burnaby BC, Canada

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for day-to-day business operations.

• Record and organize financial transactions in the accounting system.

• Manage and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records.

• Process invoices, payments, receipts, expenses, and other financial transactions.

• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.

• Maintain and update general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.

• Prepare accounting schedules, reports, and supporting documentation for management and tax purposes.

• Assist with GST/PST and CRA-related accounting and reporting requirements.

• Support payroll-related accounting activities and maintain payroll documentation.

• Use QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel to maintain, reconcile, and analyze financial information.

• Review accounting transactions for accuracy, completeness, and appropriate classification.

• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation for tax and reporting purposes.

• Communicate with clients, suppliers, financial institutions, and other stakeholders regarding accounting matters.

• Maintain confidentiality of financial and payroll information while meeting reporting and payment deadlines.

• WCB, Payroll remittance correspondence

BOOKKEEPER September 2023 – May 2024

I Autohaus Sales & Leasing Ltd. Richmond, BC, Canada

• Maintained accurate records of daily financial transactions.

• Updated and maintained the general ledger using QuickBooks.

• Recorded and managed accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions.

• Prepared regular bank reconciliations and investigated discrepancies.

• Maintained the trial balance through reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

• Prepared monthly GST and PST information and supported applicable tax filings.

• Reconciled accounting records to verify the accuracy of financial transactions.

• Maintained supporting documentation and financial records in accordance with reporting requirements.

• Assisted with day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting functions. ACCOUNTANT September 2020 – August 2023

Sumanasekera Construction (Pvt) Ltd. Colombo, Sri Lanka

• Created budgets and forecasts to support management decision-making and accounting deadlines.

• Gathered financial information, prepared accounting documents, and supported book-closing activities.

• Reviewed tax returns and supporting information for accuracy and applicable deductions.

• Evaluated financial records and business operations to identify areas for improvement.

• Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable.

• Prepared periodic financial statements and supporting reports.

• Coordinated accounting and tax documentation as required.

• Liaised with banks, auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies.

• Prepared salary schedules, bank remittance documents, and statutory payment summaries.

• Checked and approved supplier payments.

• Prepared tax schedules and supported online tax submissions.

• Performed daily and monthly bank reconciliations.

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ACCOUNTANT & PARTNER August 2013 – August 2020

Rodrigo Brothers Colombo, Sri Lanka

• Monitored accounts receivable and accounts payable to facilitate timely processing and collection.

• Prepared financial reports providing information on business performance, operations, and cash flow.

• Processed payroll by validating employee work hours and attendance.

• Reviewed general ledger entries to identify errors and required adjustments.

• Prepared and submitted financial reports for management review and approval.

• Prepared working papers, reports, and supporting documentation for audits.

• Calculated taxes using prescribed rates, laws, and regulations.

• Prepared journal entries and performed accrual-based accounting.

• Performed debtor and creditor reconciliations.

• Managed financial accounts, budgets, and cash-flow information.

• Entered supplier invoices and business expenses into the accounting system.

• Prepared and reconciled VAT, SVAT, and NBT tax information and supported tax return filings. ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE December 2010 – July 2013

Brandix Apparel Ltd. Colombo, Sri Lanka

• Analyzed expenses and financial trends to support forecasting activities.

• Prepared group and project cash-flow reports.

• Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable.

• Coordinated with banks and financial institutions regarding funding arrangements.

• Prepared and reviewed annual plans and revised budgets.

• Monitored monthly targets against actual project turnover.

• Analyzed monthly overhead and head-office overhead allocations to projects.

• Supported the preparation and finalization of management accounts.

• Coordinated annual audit activities.

• Reviewed and assessed new project proposals.

AUDIT TRAINEE October 2005 – October 2010

Inpact & SP Associates / HT Peris & Company — Chartered Accountants Colombo, Sri Lanka

• Assisted with accounting and auditing assignments across a variety of business environments.

• Identified and reported internal control weaknesses.

• Prepared journal entries and supported accrual-based accounting.

• Reviewed audit fieldwork and provided feedback on tests of controls and substantive audit procedures.

• Assisted with the analysis of sensitive audit areas and findings.

• Performed account reconciliations and supported tax return preparation.

• Provided recommendations to management regarding weaknesses identified during audits. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Full-Cycle Bookkeeping

General Ledger Maintenance

Accounts Payable (AP)

Accounts Receivable (AR)

Bank Reconciliation

Account Reconciliation

Payroll Processing

GST/PST

Tax Compliance & Documentation

Financial Reporting

Journal Entries

Trial Balance

Month-End Accounting

Budgeting & Forecasting

Cash Flow Management

Audit Support

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

ERP Systems

Financial Analysis

Vendor & Client Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Accounting Software: QuickBooks (Online and Desktop), PSA, Encircle, XA Analysis Peachtree, ERP Systems Microsoft Office: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint Accounting: General Ledger, AP, AR, Bank Reconciliations, Payroll, Journal Entries, Trial Balance, Financial Statements, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Flow

Tax & Compliance: GST, PST, VAT, SVAT, NBT, tax schedules, tax documentation, statutory reporting PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS

Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage multiple accounting deadlines Strong analytical and problem- solving skills Effective communication with clients, suppliers, management, banks, auditors, and tax authorities Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to work effectively under pressure

REFERENCES

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