Yazmin Zhong

Highly analytical and results-oriented Senior Finance Associate with over a decade of expertise within TD's financial operations. Proven track record of managing complex financial reporting frameworks, ensuring general ledger accuracy, and executing rigorous asset and liability valuations. Adept at converting raw data into strategic insights, directing cross-functional process improvements, and maintaining strict regulatory compliance.

Effective communicator skilled at partnering with executive leadership to drive fiscal responsibility and corporate growth.

Senior Finance Associate at TD Bank Group (2021-04 – Present)

• Direct monthly, quarterly, and fiscal year-end financial close workflows for core operating units, ensuring 100% data integrity and adherence to IFRS/GAAP.
• Oversee deep-dive general ledger analysis, trial balance reconciliations, and complex portfolio reviews to finalize precise Net Asset Value (NAV) metrics.
• Develop and deploy advanced financial models to estimate accrued liabilities, depreciation trackers, and bad debt expenses via aging receivables structures.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to deliver high-impact variance analysis and financial forecasting to steer strategic budgeting decisions.
• Lead a successful workflow automation initiative using specialized data tools that cut monthly reporting cycle times by 15%.
• Train and mentor junior accounting associates on corporate ledger integrity, internal compliance frameworks, and controls.

Finance Associate at TD Bank Group (2015-09 – 2021-03)

• Supervised day-to-day corporate accounting routines, including journal entry management, detailed account reconciliations, and balance sheet analysis.
• Conducted rigorous reviews of asset fluctuations, market valuations, and fund closure protocols to eliminate reporting discrepancies.
• Investigated and resolved complex ledger variances through close partnership with internal operations and corporate audit teams.
• Contributed to the production of statutory financial statements and regulatory filings, maintaining a record of zero compliance penalties.
• Created customized Excel macros and analytical templates that optimized recurring financial computations for the department.

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Finance / Accounting – University of Toronto (2011-09 – 2015-06)