Wazeda Khan
St. John's
Summary
Managed bookkeeping services for firm's clients and consistently adhered to complex standards. Proficient in Sage 50 and QuickBooks. Executed bookkeeping tasks for corporations and excelled at quickly learning new accounting methods and procedures. Excellent accounting skills and attention to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Assistant
Association For New Canadians
08.2023 - Current
- Streamlined vendor payment processes, ensuring timely disbursements to maintain strong relationships.
- Improved financial accuracy by diligently reviewing and reconciling monthly bank statements.
- Supported the finance team by processing invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
- Optimized finance workflows by identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing necessary changes.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Sage 300.
- Reduced discrepancies in accounts receivable by closely monitoring customer payments and following up on overdue balances.
- Strengthened financial controls by implementing new procedures to prevent errors or fraudulent activities.
- Processed invoices from vendors, verifying accuracy, obtaining approvals, and ensuring timely payments. This may also involve reconciling accounts payable transactions.
- Recorded financial transactions such as purchases, sales, receipts, and payments using accounting software or spreadsheets.
Office Administrator
Dental Crafts
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Maximized office space utilization by maintaining a clean, organized work environment that encouraged productivity and efficiency.
- Elevated executive performance through adept calendar management skills that ensured punctual attendance at crucial appointments or engagements.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies and performing routine equipment maintenance checks.
- Optimized patient flow within the clinic by coordinating with clinical staff for smooth transition between appointments and procedures.
Bookkeeper/Office Administrator
Pinsent Bartlett CPA
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information
- Prepared mail and packages for shipment, pickup, and courier services to expedite delivery
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels
- Applied advanced administrative and analytical skills in overseeing day-to-day operational activities
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business expense processing
Internship Student
Crosbie Group Ltd
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Learned how to code invoices and check run using Sage 300
- Worked with sage 50 for entering data and other relevant information
- Did filing and scanning of invoices
- Keyed in general ledger using sage 300.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Sorted, organized, and maintained files.
Educator
Sir John Wilson School
04.2015 - 07.2018
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Trained and supervised new teachers to apply best teaching practices and comply with protocols.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
Internship Student
The City Bank
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Answered and transferred incoming telephone calls, taking messages for various staff members.
Education
College Diploma - Business Administration – Accounting
College of The North Atlantic
St John's, NL06.2021
BBA - Accounting And Finance
American International University - Bangladesh
Dhaka, Bangladesh12.2013
Skills
- Google spreadsheet, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Sage 50 and Sage 300
- Clerical Support
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Self-Motivated
- Critical Thinking
- Written Communication, Interpersonal Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Organization and Time Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Data entry skills with attention to detail
- Good administrative skills
Timeline
Finance Assistant
Association For New Canadians
08.2023 - Current
Office Administrator
Dental Crafts
07.2023 - 07.2023
Bookkeeper/Office Administrator
Pinsent Bartlett CPA
01.2022 - 06.2023
Internship Student
Crosbie Group Ltd
05.2021 - 07.2021
Educator
Sir John Wilson School
04.2015 - 07.2018
Internship Student
The City Bank
07.2013 - 12.2013
College Diploma - Business Administration – Accounting
College of The North Atlantic
BBA - Accounting And Finance
American International University - Bangladesh
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