Gautam Nayyar

Customer-focused and detail-oriented accounting professional with experience in accounting, bookkeeping, financial administration, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll transactions, tax support, audit preparation, and corporate accounting. Strong background managing high-volume financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, preparing journal entries, supporting month-end and year-end processes, and building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Proficient in Spectra, Yardi, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting currently pursuing an MBA.

Accountant - Reliance Properties - Vancouver, BC

(2025-01 - 2026-04)

• Managed full-cycle accounts payable including verifying invoice rates, obtaining approvals, entering invoices into Spectra, and processing payments with a high level of accuracy.
• Reconciled vendor statements and investigated invoice discrepancies by communicating directly with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely resolution.
• Prepared and processed cheque runs, coordinated signatures, and ensured accurate distribution of vendor payments.
• Conducted monthly vendor account reconciliations, monitored aged payables, and followed up on outstanding balances exceeding 90 days.
• Assisted with GST and PST filings, maintaining supporting schedules and ensuring compliance with reporting deadlines.
• Supported year-end audit preparation including working papers, schedules, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Assisted in the preparation of CAM budgets and CAM reconciliations in coordination with finance and property management teams.
• Maintained detailed accounting records and financial documentation while ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
• Collaborated closely with finance teams, property managers, tenants, vendors, and external stakeholders to support smooth daily operations.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and professionalism while managing high transaction volumes in a deadline-driven environment.

Junior Corporate Accountant - Western Wealth Capital - North Vancouver, BC

(2024-07 - 2025-01)

• Monitored and reconciled multiple corporate, LP, and JV bank accounts daily, ensuring accuracy of high-volume transactions across multiple entities.
• Supported Corporate Accountants and Senior Corporate Accountants during month-end close processes and financial reporting activities.
• Investigated and resolved discrepancies in incoming transactions, maintaining the integrity of financial records.
• Created and posted journal entries to the general ledger, ensuring proper account allocation and accurate reporting.
• Processed banking transfers, payroll ACH transactions, postings, and commitments with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintained and monitored general ledger accounts, investigated variances, and prepared adjusting journal entries when required.
• Performed corporate and LP/JV bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies through detailed analysis.
• Maintained raise-tracking spreadsheets, posted related transactions into Yardi, and investigated variances.
• Prepared weekly transaction activity reports and BillPay reports to improve communication across departments.
• Managed executive expense allocations and ensured compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Created receipt batches, investigated overpayments, and resolved transaction variances within Yardi.
• Supported ad hoc finance projects including financing analysis, banking investigations, and miscellaneous journal entries.

Bookkeeper - Puro Clean Restorations - Burnaby, BC

(2024-01 - 2024-06)

• Prepared financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information to provide management with accurate financial insights.
• Managed and reviewed general ledger accounts, ensuring data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
• Maintained organized historical financial records and documentation to support audits and reporting requirements.
• Managed accounts receivable activities, reviewed customer payments, recorded deposits, and monitored outstanding balances.
• Verified, allocated, and posted financial transactions while maintaining the accuracy and reliability of accounting records.
• Assisted with chart of accounts maintenance, bookkeeping procedures, and internal documentation processes.
• Tracked prospective jobs and maintained operational records to support project coordination and business development activities.
• Facilitated document management and compliance-related administrative processes.
• Assisted with onboarding new employees and provided general administrative support when required.
• Collaborated with management to improve workflow efficiency and support smooth day-to-day operations.

Visual Commercial - Zara - Burnaby, BC

(2021-07 - 2024-01)

• Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting customers with product selection, styling recommendations, and resolving inquiries in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Built positive customer relationships through professional communication, active listening, and personalized support.
• Supported inventory organization, merchandise replenishment, and store presentation standards.
• Collaborated with management to execute visual merchandising strategies and improve the customer experience.
• Adapted quickly to changing priorities and operational demands while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.

Shift Manager - Pizza Hut - North Vancouver, BC

(2020-02 - 2021-06)

• Reviewed customer complaints and successfully recovered customer relationships through effective problem-solving.
• Assisted with recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding of new employees.
• Consistently exceeded performance targets and was recognized as a star employee for three quarters.
• Communicated policy changes and operational updates to team members.
• Implemented corrective actions to improve employee satisfaction and operational performance.

Master of Business Administration - MBA - Yorkville University (2028)

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting - Yorkville University