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CAMILLE SESANKER
St Helena,Piarco
Summary
- Seasoned Accounting Manager specializing in implementing successful accounting systems.
- Accomplished in driving business efficiency and compliance initiatives. Offering over 15 years of progressive experience.
- Accomplished financial management and accounting professional with demonstrated positive impact company growth.
- Proven skill in employing accounting and financial management best practices and team leadership.
- Committed to introducing changes to achieve continuous improvement and successfully influencing processes driving operational excellence.
- Expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis, operational management, forecasting and cost control.
- Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings.
- Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach.
- Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Motivated to learn, grow and excel
- Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices.
- Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. .
- Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
- Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position.
- Ready to help team achieve company goals.
- To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
- Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Senior Accounting Manager
ARAT Properties and Auto Rentals Limited
Curepe, Trinidad and Tobago
10.2019 - Current
- Managed accounts payable
- Prepared journal entries
- Set up and maintained accounts
- Processed payments
- Prepared reports for management
- Tracked and managed expenditures in excess of $2 million annually
- Drafted and prepared journal entries, bank reconciliations, account receivables and business budgets
- Analyzed and maintained adequate system of accounting records and comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk
- Enhanced accuracy of company’s reported financial results and ensured results comply with generally accounting principles
- Supervised accounting department in areas of payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable including government reporting requirements and tax filings
- Coordinated provision of information to external auditors at interim and annual audits.
- Supported change management by understanding and addressing impacts of new accounting policies, financial statement initiatives and non-standard transactions.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting teams.
- Implemented budget and expense controls and financial policies by analyzing income and expenditures.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations and payroll processing.
- Reduced liabilities by accurately managing tax statements, mailings, journal entries, payments and transfers.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Educated accounting team on forecasting, financial statuses and financial strategies to assist in annual budget creation.
- Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Proposed and published metrics and KPIs to be incorporated into monthly financials and scorecards.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability and profitability of business operations.
- Bolstered revenues by creating codes for accounting tasks, cost estimation and revenue generation.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Implemented updated production, productivity, quality and customer service standards to improve company financial standing.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Performed spending analysis and partnerships to refine policies and develop recommendations for improvement.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired 15 employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Established and enforced internal controls, workflows and policies for tracking, reconciling and reporting on accounting activities.
- Performed routine closings, maintained clean, accurate and accessible records and kept close eye on transaction updates throughout each quarter.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Generated sales tax reports for each operational jurisdictions, monitored bi-weekly payroll and prepared and paid out sales commissions.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Kept up-to-date and accurate funding accounts for internal departments, key programs and special projects.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Validated existing accounting management and reporting systems to assess quality and conformance, identify problems and implement corrective actions.
Sales Manager
Sumy's Manufacturing and Trading Company
Curepe, Trinidad
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Interpreted sales and pricing policies to departmental personnel and customers.
- Researched competitors' activities and products to uncover new trends
- Maintained ethical and positive working environment to reduce turnover and promote high retention rates.
- Targeted and prospected for new business through telemarketing, individual creativity and innovation.
- Led account planning strategy sessions aimed at retaining and acquiring customers and increasing business opportunities.
- Evaluated performance against goals and implemented appropriate development plans.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
- Tracked pipeline data, won vs. lost opportunities and lead response times with Salesforce CRM.
- Promoted continuing education opportunities for sales team to bolster skills and add value to department.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive business strategies and sales and marketing plans that complemented overall corporate operating plan.
- Reviewed customer service agreements for terms and conditions pricing and accuracy.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Met with clients, delivering presentations and educating on product and service features and offerings.
- Recruited and hired top-level talent to add value and expertise to sales department.
- Closed lucrative sales deals using strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
- Attended industry shows, conventions and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.
- Used vendor expertise to deliver educational content to sales team.
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.
- Utilized metrics to modify low-performing sales and marketing programs and plans to increase effectiveness.
- Maintained marketplace visibility marketplace by participating in industry-related and community activities.
Accounting and Payroll Clerk
AGRICOLA Credit Union Cooperative Society Limited
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
10.2007 - 07.2010
- Trinidad
- Received cheques and cash for deposit, verified amounts and checked accuracy of deposit slips
- Cashed cheques and paid out money after thoroughly verifying signatures, matching written and numerical amounts and checking accounts for sufficient funds
- Balanced cash drawer at the end of the day to be sure transaction totals equal the computer totals before closing drawer
- Balanced currency, coin and cheques in cash drawer at the end of shifts and calculated transactions using computers, calculators or adding machines
- Aided other tellers in balancing problems
- Tabulated all forms of currency by hand or using counting machines in preparation for deposit to the bank
- Resolved member issues related to banking and loans
- Performed duties of a loan officer which included developing loan applications by evaluating applicant information and documentation and confirming credit worthiness
- Post deposits, withdrawals, loan payments, loan add ons (cash back from loans) to a members account
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality in all of my daily transactions
- Provided accurate customer service to the Credit Union members during transaction in a professional manner
- Achieved exemplary remarks on add-on products sales based on account
- Resolved problems or discrepancies concerning customer’s accounts
- Provided excellent customer service to members, non members as well as coworkers of the credit union
- Processed payrolls to members accounts
- Actively supported branch share na loan growth goals
- Performed any other necessary duties as directed by the Manager.
- Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting and entering data.
- Initiated direct deposits and prepared manual checks for 120 employees.
- Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay, occupations of new hires and changes in wage rates.
- Verified timekeeping records and handled any discrepancies with employees.
- Updated employee banking records when it was necessary.
- Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
- Researched and resolved time discrepancies.
- Processed wage garnishments and child support.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Checked accrued hours against listed hours for leave time.
- Processed new hire paperwork and documents.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for over 20,000 members to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Maintained employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential.
- Maintained 98% accuracy in transferring correct data from payroll spreadsheets into system.
- Processed payrolls on regular basis for more than 200 employees nationally.
- Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
- Supported finance department payroll administration while monitoring reportable hours of full-time employees.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
I.T Support Technician
Division of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports - Tobago House of Assembly Government
Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago
09.2004 - 09.2007
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Montessori Pre School Teacher
Al -Tawbah Montessori Pre School
Lowlands, Trinidad and Tobago
08.2001 - 08.2004
- Provided structure and educational play for kids to get them ready for kindergarten
- Taught them how to play and interact with children of their own age
- Incorporated lessons through songs, dance, play and other creative ways
- Taught child development basics such as speech and language, identifying colors, numbers, shapes and Letters, fine and gross motor skills and social skills
- Tracked children's progress and record and report information to parents.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
- Maintained system required passing rate for years.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Developed fundraisers and completed grant documentation to raise money for district.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
Administrative Secretary
Division of Agriculture, Marine Affairs and the Environment - Tobago House of Assembly Government
Shaw Park, Trinidad amd Tobago
09.1999 - 08.2001
- Division of Agriculture, Marine Affairs and Environment - Tobago House of Assembly
- Prepared reports for management
- Typed various correspondence, reports and other written material from rough drafts, corrected copies, dictated notes and other source material, and completed forms in accordance with company procedures and policies
- Set up and managed paper and electronic filing systems, managed incoming and outgoing mail, answered telephones, directed calls and took messages, and routed various documents throughout office
- Performed various administrative duties such as: operating phone systems, faxing, copying, printing, scanning, and mailing
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Facilitated timely review of proposals, correspondence and documentation to achieve key strategic initiatives.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Conducted research to assist with routine tasks and special projects.
- Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
- Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Recorded minutes at board meetings adhering to proper procedures and bylaws.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Sorted, opened and routed mail and deliveries to meet business requirements.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
- Enhanced projects with efficient schedules, coordinated related documents and organized resources to support unique demands.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Routed business correspondence, documents and messages to correct departments and staff members.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Identified communication channels to set roadmap to distribute information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness Management
The University of The West Indies
St. Augustine, Trinidad And Tobago 08.2010 - 09.2015
Certificate - Credit Union Managemant
Cipriani College of Labour And Cooperative Studies
Valsayn, Trinidad And Tobago 07.2008 - 07.2009
ACCA - Accounting
Students Accountancy Center Limited
Chaguanas, Trinidadnand Tobago 01.2015 - 03.2015
GCE - O'Level And A;level
Bishops High School
Mt. Marie, Scarborough, Trinidad And Tobago 09.1992 - 07.1999
Skills
Interpersonal Skillsundefined
Certification
CXC O’Level Certificate, 1997
Accomplishments
- Eliminated paperwork processing bottleneck, saving company time and money.
- Increased team efficiency through continuous process improvements.
- Reduced costs by $3000 per month through the elimination of wasted materials and labor hours.
- Reduced credit period from 30 to 18 days through strategic journal review.
- Managed 25 person team of accountants handling Two million worth of company business.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Brought in $350,000 by reviewing delinquent accounts and contacting customers.
Software
MS Excel
MS Powerpoint
Timeline
Senior Accounting Manager
ARAT Properties and Auto Rentals Limited
10.2019 - Current
Sales Manager
Sumy's Manufacturing and Trading Company
09.2015 - 08.2019
ACCA - Accounting
Students Accountancy Center Limited
01.2015 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness Management
The University of The West Indies
08.2010 - 09.2015
Certificate - Credit Union Managemant
Cipriani College of Labour And Cooperative Studies
07.2008 - 07.2009
Accounting and Payroll Clerk
AGRICOLA Credit Union Cooperative Society Limited
10.2007 - 07.2010
I.T Support Technician
Division of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports - Tobago House of Assembly Government
09.2004 - 09.2007
Montessori Pre School Teacher
Al -Tawbah Montessori Pre School
08.2001 - 08.2004
Administrative Secretary
Division of Agriculture, Marine Affairs and the Environment - Tobago House of Assembly Government
09.1999 - 08.2001
GCE - O'Level And A;level
Bishops High School
09.1992 - 07.1999
CXC O’Level Certificate, 1997
Bishops High School - Mount Marie, Scarborough, Tobago
Geography 1
English Literature 1
English Language 2
Mathematics 2
Spanish 2
Biology 2
Economics C
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