Randy Garden

Randy Garden 24 Patullo Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4S 2S8 Phone: (416) 831 - 5994 E-mail:- Objective: To obtain a progressive position in a dynamic company where I can utilize and apply my accounting knowledge and office administration skills. Employment History Cooper Estate and Trusts (Wills and Estate Services) Trust Accountant (Part-time December 2022-June 2023; Full -time July 2023 – March 2025) Managed bank and investment transactions using Windup software. Prepared compensation statements for trustees, accountants, and lawyers. Set up and posted transactions (70 per hr) - trust(sub), estates (Medium to Very large), Guardianships, and Power of attorney. Processed buying and selling of bonds, debentures, GICs, stocks, and mutual funds. Time track hours using Clio and Client Track (Dec 2022 to August 2023). Transactions like: ex-dividends and reinvestments, interest (from GIC and Bonds). Completed a course on Passing of Accounts (law society of Toronto) Centennial Material Handling Ltd / Olympic Material Handling Ltd / CML Machinery Inc. Comptroller (December 2019 – July 2023) Managed financial operations, including general ledger, and tax compliance (EHT, WSIB, HST, Corporate Tax). GAAP, Financial Reporting, Accounting Procedures, Financial Statement Analysis. Prepared reports and assisted in audits by (Canada Revenue Agency and Ministry of Labour). CRA – HST audit and Source Deductions – Ministry of Labour (inspections and surprise inspections) Supervised accounts receivable, accounts payable. Prepared month-end and year-end financial statements and reports for auditors and CA firm. Led transitioning from ACCPAC (for dos) to QuickBooks Pro. Performed Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable duties when need. Trained new accounting staff All HR functions, prepare employment contracts for new employees, updated employment policy handbook and onboarding new office staff, hire and dismissals. Onboarded new office staff. Provided monthly, quarterly and yearly financials to Ownership. Intercompany transactions between the 3 companies. Processed payroll using ADP Workforce Multi-currency (US Dollar and Euro), and exchange rate for journal entries. Organized operations committee meetings. Completed Worksite Health & Safety Certification (June 2023). Performed monthly plant reviews and held meetings to review and change policies for safety in the plant and office. Held office and plant workshops for better safety protocols and compliance with Ministry of Labour. Senior Accountant November 2014 to December 2019 MFT National Cleaning Services LtdQuickBooks Pro   Markham, ON Full Cycle Bookkeeping duties. Maintained accurate financial records, revenue reporting, and expense monitoring. Managed cash flow, invoice processing, and accounts receivable. Performed job costing for projects and created purchase orders. Generated financial reports, including profit/loss statements and cash flow analysis. Reconciled bank accounts, credit card statements, and payroll expenses. Process Payroll for staff employees, contractors and office staff. Maintained WSIB clearance certificates for business and ensured contractors were in good standing. Managed employee accounts and sales reporting. Prepared all tax submissions (WSIB, GST/HST, QST, SK, payroll source deductions, T4). Conducted year-end financial analysis and reporting. Financial ControllerApril 2009 – October 2014 Mixer Inc. (closed)Quickbooks Pro Reconciled 2008 and 2009 Program Advances. Processed payroll in Sage 300 for 75-100 event staff and 5 salaried staff – bi-monthly. T4 and T4A summary Invoice and collections AP process and payments (cheque, EFT – E-transfers) File HST, EHT, BC Insurance, Payroll deductions. Reconcile expenses from National Programmers and Regional Managers. Perform daily Accounting Cycle. Cheque preparation/Bi-weekly payables cheque run Match invoices to cheques and distribute to personnel and suppliers Ensure all invoices, expense reports and cash advances are approved, signed and coded by the National Program Manager Process journal entries and period end allocations Audit expenses and cash advances on a on-going basis Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with Operations and Client Service Teams to ensure accurate and timely payments of invoices Promptly respond to Supplier/Client Service queries and outstanding questions and/or issues Interact with External (Client and Vendors) and Internal Client Service Team on a daily basis to ensure adherence to accounting practices and Mixer Inc. policies and procedures Respond to suppliers /Vendor financial statements Maintain all backup documentation relating to Accounting Department. Reconcile Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bank and any others as needed. Provide support for year-end closing procedures. Created new procedures and controls. Maintained and reconciled Credit Card accounts for Directors and other regional Staff. Performed year-end analysis and prepared budget forecast. Software expertise: Microsoft Office, Quickbook Pro, Simply Accounting, Sage 300, Sage 50, Windup (trust accounts), Clio, Client Track, PC Law, Zoho CRM Academic History & Certificates & Diploma ‘ H & R Block Level 1 Taxation Course (issued in 2010) Seneca College The Institute for Accounting Studies, Toronto, ON University of Southwest – UCW – Bachelor’s of Commerce Payroll Certificate (Issued in 2017) Quickbooks Online Certification (Issued in 2018) Quickbooks ProAdvisor Certification (Issued in 2019) Enrolled for CPA PEP Accreditation (September 2024) Health and Safety (Management) Certification