Joanne T

Accounting professional with hands-on experience in month-end close, reconciliations, payroll processing, and financial reporting across four retail locations. Background includes general ledger support, vendor payments, and team mentorship, with progress toward a CPA designation.

Senior Staff Accountant at AutoCanada Inc. (2023-07 – Present)

• Managed full-cycle accounting and month-end close for four retail locations, including reconciliations, journal entries, payroll processing, vendor payments, and month-end working papers. Supported reporting accuracy by reviewing general ledger accounts, preparing binders, and mentoring junior accountants.

Finance Director at Elmwood Car Sales/ Clickdrive (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Led dealership finance operations involving credit applications, lender relations, corporate procedure compliance, and dealer agreements. Supported approvals across prime and subprime channels, introduced process improvements, and maintained customer satisfaction through issue resolution and relationship management.

Business Manager at Go Auto (2020-01 – 2022-12)

• Managed vehicle sales and leasing documentation, bank contracts, registrations, funding packages, and commission submissions while maintaining reporting standards. Applied financing, leasing, rebate, and incentive knowledge to support deal structuring with accuracy and compliance.

Assistant Fitness Manager at International Fitness Holdings (2018-01 – 2020-12)

• Led and mentored a team of 5 trainers, 4 fitness consultants, and reception staff while supporting daily operations, sales consultations, retention, and performance coaching. Used this experience to show leadership, client communication, and business development capability.

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting Co-operative Education – Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (2026-06)

High School Diploma in Honours with distinction – Sir John Franklin (2015-01)