Anne Macharia
@annemacharia
Detail-oriented accounting and finance professional delivering accurate results.
CanadaWhat I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented accounting and finance professional with a BA (Hons) in Accountancy and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Accounting (Canada). I bring over seven years of progressive experience across public and private sectors, with strengths in financial reporting, reconciliations, payroll, and regulatory compliance.
I have hands-on experience preparing month-end reconciliations, processing journal entries, administering payroll and AP/AR, and supporting year-end working papers and financial statements. I am known for accuracy, adaptability, and strong IT and data analysis skills.
My technical toolkit includes Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher), Acumatica, Sage, QuickBooks, Vadim, SQL and HTML, and I have administered programs such as vehicle fleet insurance and submitted GST/PST and Statistics Canada reports. I have supported audits, budget preparation, and internal controls as an internal auditor and finance intern.
I am a collaborative team player who builds strong client relationships and provides reliable coverage across accounting functions. I bring multilingual ability (English native/fluent, Italian upper-intermediate, French intermediate) and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering timely, high-quality results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accounting Technician
Regional District of Kootenay Boundary
Oct 2024 - Jul 2025 (9 months)
Conducted monthly bank reconciliations, processed journal entries, administered vehicle fleet insurance program, and prepared GST/PST and Statistics Canada reports to improve reporting accuracy and year-end close readiness.
Member Solutions Advisor
Kootenay Savings Credit Union
Jun 2024 - Oct 2024 (4 months)
Conducted financial reviews, assessed member needs, and recommended tailored financial solutions while resolving inquiries and building strong client relationships.
Senior Accountant
Kootenay Savings Credit Union
Aug 2022 - Jun 2024 (1 year 10 months)
Prepared month-end reconciliations for trusts, projects, FX commissions and staff loans, processed AP and accruals, reconciled bank statements, and assisted in preparing financial statements to enhance accuracy and compliance.
CIPerformed cash and non-cash transactions, daily balancing, and delivered front-line financial services while resolving customer issues to maintain operational accuracy.
Junior Accounting Administrator
Mackam Consultancy
Mar 2018 - Apr 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Posted journal entries, reconciled AP/AR, maintained financial databases, and supported year-end closings to improve record accuracy and reporting timeliness.
Finance Intern
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Dec 2017 - Mar 2018 (3 months)
Supported audits, reconciliations, and month-end reporting, assisted with payment processing and contract setup, and contributed to quarterly and annual budget preparation.
Internal Auditor
Suraya Properties Group
Jul 2016 - Sep 2016 (2 months)
Conducted internal audits to evaluate risk management and compliance, reviewed financial records, and prepared audit reports with recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
Finance Assistant
Empire Deck Inc.
Jul 2015 - Mar 2016 (8 months)
Assisted in preparing balance sheets, processing tax payments and payroll, recorded AP/AR transactions, and prepared client invoices to support financial statement preparation.
Accounts Assistant
J & T Lexington Services Ltd.
Apr 2013 - Apr 2015 (2 years)
Reconciled bank transactions, processed payroll, managed vendor invoices, and supported month-end closings to maintain accurate financial records.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SCSelkirk College
Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting, Accounting
2019 - 2021
Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting focused on Canadian accounting practices and technical applications between 2019 and 2021.
SUStrathmore University
ACCA Studies, Accounting and Finance
2013 - 2018
Undertook ACCA studies and finance-related coursework across Strathmore University and London School of Business between 2013 and 2018.
London School of Business
ACCA Studies, Accounting and Finance
2013 - 2018
Completed finance and professional accounting coursework in conjunction with ACCA studies from 2013 to 2018.
SUSolent University
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Accountancy, Accountancy
2009 - 2013
Awarded a BA (Hons) in Accountancy with studies covering accounting principles and financial reporting from 2009 to 2013.
St. George's British International School, Rome
Diploma, International Baccalaureate / IGCSE
2006 - 2009
Completed IGCSE and International Baccalaureate diploma studies between 2006 and 2009.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Skills
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