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James Avren

@jamesavren

I streamline high-volume accounting operations, reconciliations, and finance-system implementations for accurate, reliable financial records.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking remote accounting, finance operations, accounts payable/receivable, process support, or related roles where I can improve workflows, maintain accurate financial records, support system changes, and contribute reliably across distributed teams.

I've supported high-volume accounting operations at Farris LLP, Harper Grey LLP, and Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, invoice processing, payment tracking, and clean financial records. At Farris LLP, I led the operational side of a full accounting system implementation, from requirements gathering and process mapping through testing, documentation, and staff training.

I'm comfortable working independently across time zones and bring a practical focus on root-cause analysis, workflow improvement, data integrity, and clear stakeholder communication. I combine advanced Excel and accounting-systems experience with reliable month-end support and disciplined financial process execution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Accounting Clerk

Farris LLP

Oct 2024 - Sep 2025 (11 months)

Managed high-volume accounts payable and receivable processes, performed reconciliations, and led the operational side of an accounting system implementation including training and documentation.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Invoice Processing Payment Tracking Accounts Reconciliation Account Reconciliation Process Mapping Requirements Gathering Documentation Testing Support Microsoft Project

Accounting Clerk

Harper Grey LLP

Feb 2021 - Oct 2024 (3 years 8 months)

Processed high-volume accounts payable transactions, conducted reconciliations, and contributed to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Accounts Payable Accounts Reconciliation Account Reconciliation Process Improvement Data Integrity Financial Record Management

Accounts Payable Coordinator

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

Apr 2017 - Sep 2019 (2 years 5 months)

Processed high-volume vendor payments, performed bank reconciliations, and coordinated with internal and external parties to resolve payment issues while ensuring compliance.

Accounts Payable Vendor Payments Bank Reconciliation Stakeholder Coordination Financial Record Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Peter the Great Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University

Master of Science, International Business Development

2025 -

Activities and societies: Published research paper (2026) available in eLibrary.ru: 'Banks Under Sanctions: Transformation from Financial Intermediaries into an Instrument of State Policy.'

Pursuing advanced studies focused on international business development, management principles, analytical methods, and data-driven decision-making applicable to finance, operations, and process improvement.

Peter the Great Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University

Master of Science in Management, International Business Development

2025 -

Activities and societies: Published research paper (2026) available in eLibrary.ru: 'Banks Under Sanctions: Transformation from Financial Intermediaries into an Instrument of State Policy.'

University of British Columbia

Bachelor of Arts, General Studies

2015 - 2021

Completed undergraduate studies with a focus on developing strong analytical thinking, research methodology, critical reasoning, and organizational skills.