General Accountant - Larco Group – Maple Leaf Property Management - Vancouver, BC
(2025-08 - 2026-07)
- Performed full-cycle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, including processing invoices, applying payments, and reconciling vendor and customer accounts.
- Reviewed and analysed accounting records by performing monthly bank reconciliations, investigating discrepancies, and resolving variances to support accurate financial reporting.
- Performed GST/PST reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of tax-related accounts and supporting accounting records.
- Prepared and posted journal entries, including accrual entries, to accurately record financial transactions in the general ledger using Yardi accounting software.
- Assisted in the preparation of month-end and year-end financial reports by compiling supporting schedules and management summary reports.
- Assisted the Property Accountant with the reconciliation of Common Area Maintenance (CAM) charges to ensure the accurate allocation and recovery of operating expenses.
- Supported internal and external audits by preparing audit schedules, compiling supporting documentation, reconciling GST/PST balances with amounts claimed, and responding to auditor requests.
- Calculated percentage rent based on tenant sales and prepared and posted chargeback entries to tenant accounts in accordance with lease agreements.
- Utilized Yardi accounting software to process accounting transactions, maintain financial records, and generate financial reports.
- Ensured all utilities for designated portfolios were paid in a timely manner.
- Performed monthly rent roll reconciliations and recorded rent received for each tenant.
- Prepared Accounts Receivable (AR) statements for different portfolios and worked closely with the General Manager.
- Recorded and processed intercompany transfers between properties.
Project Accounting Assistant (Contract) - Marcon Construction - Langley, BC
(2025-04 - 2025-07)
- Conducted three-way matching of Purchase Orders, Invoices, and Goods Receipts to ensure accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
- Verified and reconciled invoices to maintain accurate Accounts Payable records.
- Performed bank reconciliations and investigated discrepancies to ensure accurate financial records.
- Managed full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.
- Assisted the Accounts Manager with vendor communications and relationship management.
- Liaised with Project Managers to validate Purchase Orders and coordinated with vendors regarding pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules.
Career Break – Travel
(2024-10 - 2025-02)
Travelled throughout Europe.
Intermediate Accountant - Hall & Melia Accountants - Sydney, Australia
(2023-03 - 2024-09)
- Prepared financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and sole traders.
- Assisted senior accountants with tax compliance matters by gathering and preparing supporting documentation.
- Calculated Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on property and share disposals.
- Liaised with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on behalf of clients regarding tax matters.
- Prepared Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns and Business Activity Statements (BAS).
- Calculated Division 293 tax liabilities and managed lodgements through superannuation funds.
- Processed Tax File Number (TFN) and Australian Business Number (ABN) applications.
- Prepared annual tax information request letters for clients.
- Managed Long Service Leave lodgements and other compliance requirements.
- Maintained fixed asset registers, including additions, disposals, and depreciation records.
Junior Accountant - The Ultimate Accounts - New South Wales, Australia
(2022-01 - 2023-03)
- Processed weekly and fortnightly payroll for approximately 300 employees.
- Managed end-to-end Workers' Compensation claims and reconciled reimbursements.
- Processed Superannuation contributions and Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting.
- Maintained payroll records, supplier accounts, and Accounts Payable for multiple companies.
- Assisted in preparing Business Activity Statements (BAS) and GST reports.
- Prepared income tax returns and liaised with clients to obtain required documentation.
- Performed bank reconciliations and maintained accurate general ledger records.
Junior Accountant - SD Accountants - Melbourne, Australia
(2020-06 - 2021-12)
- Assisted with company and trust registrations.
- Processed Australian Business Number (ABN) applications and GST registrations.
- Updated ASIC records for company and director changes.
- Monitored GST and BAS lodgement deadlines and reminded clients of upcoming obligations.
- Reviewed and printed ATO pre-filling reports.
- Assisted senior accountants with company tax return preparation.
- Liaised with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) regarding payment arrangements and extension requests.
- Performed administrative duties, including document management and client support.
