Faruk Atasoy

• Processed financial transactions and maintained accurate reconciliations using Avanti and QuickBooks Online • Performed benefits and pension reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting • Prepared payroll-related journal entries and supported audit-ready documentation • Utilized advanced Excel functions (Pivot Tables, Lookups) to reconcile data and investigate variances • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to resolve financial inquiries efficiently

• Maintained accurate financial records through regular reconciliations and adjustments to resolve discrepancies • Prepared remittances, deposits, and reconciliations supporting accurate financial reporting and month-end close • Supported year-end processes, audit documentation, and external audit requirements • Processed accounts payable/receivable transactions with attention to coding accuracy and compliance

• Processed reimbursements and payroll-related financial items, ensuring compliance with organizational policies • Supported SAP process improvements that enhanced financial reporting accuracy and system efficiency • Prepared periodic reports and documentation to support audit readiness and internal controls

• Performed detailed financial reconciliations to ensure accuracy between payroll systems and general ledger accounts • Investigated discrepancies, validated data integrity, and resolved issues within tight processing timelines • Prepared journal entries and supported month-end reporting processes • Maintained compliance with internal controls, documentation standards, and audit requirements

• Administered weekly and monthly benefit payments with accurate calculations and deductions • Supported audit readiness and compliance reporting related to financial transactions • Collaborated with benefit administrators to resolve payment discrepancies and respond to inquiries

• Managed end-to-end accounts receivable, accounts payable, and reconciliation processes using Xero, Sage, ADP, and PayWorks • Performed manual calculations, adjustments, and reconciliations for customer and employee accounts • Prepared month-end financial reports and journal entries supporting accurate financial close • Maintained accurate records in compliance with internal policies and audit requirements • Processed invoices, verified coding accuracy, and maintained financial documentation for audit compliance

• Performed account reconciliations and validated financial data against corporate records to ensure accuracy • Investigated and resolved billing discrepancies, ensuring accurate and timely transaction processing • Prepared reports and schedules to support month-end close and external audit requirements • Managed customer accounts, applied payments, and supported collection activities with attention to detail

• Processed vendor invoices, cheque requests, and petty cash reconciliations with accuracy • Prepared journal entries and month-end reconciliations supporting financial reporting • Maintained data confidentiality and supported internal control procedures

Financial Reporting & Oversight: Ensured accurate financial records maintained, presented clear, updated financial statements to the board to inform decisions Budgeting & Planning: Led the creation of the annual budget, monitored budget variances, and managed cash flow projections Fiduciary Duty & Compliance: Ensured the organization complies with financial regulations, tax filings, and legal obligations Internal Controls & Audit: Managed internal financial controls to prevent fraud and acted as the point person for annual audits Asset Management: Managed bank accounts, overseed investments, and ensured proper insurance coverage Finance Committee Leadership: From time to time chaired the finance committee, facilitated deeper discussions on financial risks and strategies

The Translation and Interpretation Program (TIP) works with registered approved volunteer interpreters to provide services to newcomers with limited English proficiency. Through interpretation, TIP volunteers enable clients to connect and access settlement-related services (i.e., Life Skills, Child Care Employment Services, Financial Services, Health Care Services, School Programs, Community Connections, etc.)