Bryan Bourguignon

Implemented and managed accounting systems and software, coordinating financial activities and reconciling accounts across multiple locations. Prepared accurate monthly financial statements and reports, assisting in budget preparation and financial forecasting while ensuring compliance with financial policies.

Oversaw finance and administrative operations for USA and Brazil, including onboarding new employees and contractors, ensuring all documentation and financial agreements were completed. Responsible for accurate payroll preparation, processing contractor bonuses and refunds, and creating month-end reports.

Managed the administrative operations of the Church, offices, and buildings, coordinating 8 departments with 15 employees. Participated in planning and executing events ranging from 100 to 7000 attendees, building and maintaining relationships with the congregation and community.

Prepared and analyzed month-end closing functions for the group, including account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries. Prepared reports summarizing and forecasting business activities and financial position, overseeing routine maintenance of general ledger and consolidation software.

Managed the accounting department, overseeing full-cycle accounting including AP, AR, and Payroll. Responsible for tax remittances such as GST/HST, WIS, and EHT, and resolving conflicts with the CRA.

Managed daily operations including AR, AP, billing setup, and commission payment calculations for 90 P&L components with $50 million annual revenue. Participated in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings, preparing explanations for revenue variances through cross-collaboration.

Studied a Bachelor of Commerce with a specialization in Accounting and a major in Economics. Gained foundational knowledge in business, finance, and economic principles.

Completed an Executive MBA focusing on Management with an emphasis on Financial Management. Developed advanced skills in strategic management and financial decision-making.