Debra MacPherson

Organized and detail oriented administrative professional with experience in financial record management, client coordination and deadline driven environments.

Background includes bookkeeping, tax preparation, group travel coordination and retail operations, with strong skills in communication, documentation management and confidential information handling. Recognized for accuracy, organization, and delivering high level support across diverse roles.

Manager/Receiver/Nutritionist at Maya Health Food Centre and Dutch Shop (2023-10 – Present)

• Received and inspected daily shipments for accuracy, quality and damages
• Processed and verified invoices and purchase orders with high attention to accuracy
• Ensure pricing is correctly logged in the POS system
• Managed data entry for incoming shipments and stock adjustments
• Assist customers with inquiries and supplement recommendations

Remote Wedding Specialist/Travel Agent at DestinationWeddings.com (2023-02 – Present)

• Plan, coordinate, and manage group travel experiences including destination weddings, milestone celebrations and incentive trips
• Serve as primary liaison between clients, resorts and vendors
• Negotiate group contracts, room blocks, and wedding packages to maximize value and amenities
• Oversee guest communications, booking management, payment tracking and deadline compliance
• Coordinate travel logistics including flights, transfers, insurance and special accommodations
• Guide couples through destination wedding planning timelines, legal requirements and resort specific processes

Bookkeeper/Tax Preparer - Hybrid at Adam Shaw CA Professional Corporation (2018-11 – 2022-10)

• Performed full cycle bookkeeping using Quickbooks and Sage for small business and individual clients
• Maintained general ledgers, recorded journal entries, and reconciled bank and credit card accounts
• Processed payroll and prepared government remittances including GST/HST filings
• Prepared personal income tax returns accurately and within deadlines
• Assisted in the preparation of corporate tax returns under supervision

Bookkeeper/Tax Preparer - Hybrid at 1319761 ONTARIO INC. (2014 – 2019)

• Performed full cycle bookkeeping using Quickbooks and Sage for small business and individual clients
• Maintained general ledgers, recorded journal entries, and reconciled bank and credit card accounts
• Processed payroll and prepared government remittances including GST/HST filings
• Prepared personal income tax returns accurately and within deadlines

Client Service Coordinator at MICACCHI WARNICK & CO. (2011 – 2013)

• Answered incoming calls on a multi-line telephone system
• Basic bookkeeping including journal entries and bank reconciliations
• Electronic filing of corporate tax returns
• Manage client portal and uploading documents
• Assemble year ends which include financial statements and correspondence

RHN in Natural Nutrition – CANADIAN SCHOOL OF NATURAL NUTRITION DISTANCE EDUCATION (2020 – 2022)

Accounting & Business – CONESTOGA COLLEGE (2012 – 2014)

Ontario Secondary School Diploma – INGERSOLL DISTRICT COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE (1994 – 1994)