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Gino Mcleod

@ginomcleod

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CPA student with extensive accounting experience and finance knowledge.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that offers growth opportunities and a collaborative environment.

I am a dedicated CPA student in my final year, anticipating writing the CFE in December 2025. With a BBA in Accounting and seven years of relevant experience, I have developed a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices. My journey began with an athletics scholarship at Kwantlen University, where I not only excelled in sports but also graduated with a degree in accounting in 2016.

Throughout my career, I have held various accounting roles, including my current position as a Senior Accountant at The Universal Group. Here, I oversee the month-end process for multiple entities, manage tax remittances, and conduct financial analyses. My previous experience as an Assistant Regional Controller at Earls Kitchen + Bar allowed me to hone my skills in financial statement preparation and variance analysis for multiple restaurants. I am also proud to have passed the CFA Level 1 exam, which reflects my keen interest in finance and investment.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Accountant

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The Universal Group

Jul 2023 - Present (2 years)

Oversaw the month-end process for four entities, including tax remittance, intercompany reconciliations, and P+L analysis. Provided documentation for the yearly audit and managed fixed asset tracking and depreciation entries.

Tax Remittance Inter Company Reconciliation P&L management Tax Reconciliations Fixed Asset Tracking Microsoft Excel Quickbooks Microsoft Dynamics

Assistant Regional Controller

Earls Kitchen + Bar

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Prepared monthly financial statements for 10 restaurants, including journal entries, accruals, and tax remittances. Conducted variance analysis and communicated financial statements to store managers.

Financial Statement Preparation Journal Entries Microsoft Excel

Intermediate Accountant

Invictus MD Strategies Corp.

Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 6 months)

Managed full cycle accounts payable, maintained the G/L, and prepared monthly financials and Trial Balance. Handled payroll, depreciation schedules, intercompany account reconciliations, and tax remittances.

Accounts Payable General Ledger Trial Balances Payroll Inter Company Reconciliation Quickbooks Online Ceridian

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CPA Canada

CPA Student, Accounting

Currently pursuing the CPA designation, anticipating writing the CFE in December 2025. This program builds upon a strong accounting foundation and relevant professional experience.

Kwantlen University

Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting

Activities and societies: Kwantlen University soccer team (athletics scholarship)

Graduated with a BBA in Accounting, building a strong foundation in financial principles and practices. Began university career on an athletics scholarship for the Kwantlen University soccer team.

CFA Institute

CFA Level 1, Finance

Grade: Passed

Successfully completed and passed the CFA Level 1 exam, demonstrating a strong understanding of investment tools, asset classes, and wealth management. This achievement reflects a keen interest in finance.