Natasha Dodds
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
Focused Accounting professional with 24 years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports with Xero, QuickBooks, Simply Accounting and SAP. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll and Accounting Specialist
PAN Business Servives
02.2020 - Current
- Input financial data and produced reports using Xero and Quickbooks
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting thorough research and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
- Improved financial accuracy by performing detailed account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
Payroll Specialist
Western Forest Products
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Managed garnishments and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
- Conducted regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts related to payroll transactions for accurate financial reporting purposes.
General Manager
Aurora Business Services Ltd
02.2008 - 01.2019
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of employees, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Financial Analyst
BHP Billiton
04.2004 - 02.2008
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
- Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Streamlined financial reporting for better decision-making with clear, concise analysis and presentation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize budgets, resulting in improved resource allocation.
- Enhanced forecasting accuracy through the development of sophisticated financial models and tools.
- Improved cash flow management with rigorous accounts receivable and payable tracking.
- Streamlined audit processes, coordinating effectively with external auditors to ensure compliance.
Education
No Degree - CGA
Accountancy School of Atlantic
HalifaxDiploma - Business Economics
Faculty For Economics University of Sarajevo
Sarajevo 06-1992
Skills
- Invoice Processing
- Accounts Receivable
- General Ledger Management
- Financial Statements
- Bank Reconciliation
- Variance Analysis
- Cash Flow Management
- Intercompany Transactions
- Foreign Currency Transactions
- Accounts Payable
- Payroll Processing
- Payroll Administration
- Auditing procedures
Timeline
Payroll and Accounting Specialist
PAN Business Servives
02.2020 - Current
Payroll Specialist
Western Forest Products
03.2019 - 02.2020
General Manager
Aurora Business Services Ltd
02.2008 - 01.2019
Financial Analyst
BHP Billiton
04.2004 - 02.2008
No Degree - CGA
Accountancy School of Atlantic
Diploma - Business Economics
Faculty For Economics University of Sarajevo
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