Katrina Padilla
@katrinapadilla
Detail-oriented bookkeeper with over 5 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated bookkeeper with over 5 years of experience in the service sector, specializing in accounting and human resources. My journey has equipped me with a strong foundation in financial management, allowing me to effectively organize and classify financial transactions, perform monthly reconciliations, and provide insightful financial reports to business owners.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to manage accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely payments and accurate expense reporting. My experience spans various roles, including contract positions where I honed my skills in payroll management and client relations. I am passionate about helping small to mid-sized businesses thrive through meticulous bookkeeping and strategic financial insights.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Bookkeeper
KJP Bookkeeping
Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)
Organized and classified financial transactions to ensure accurate accounting records. Performed monthly bank reconciliations to align financial statements with bank statements, and managed accounts receivable by tracking outstanding invoices.
Bookkeeper
Vadnais Steel
Jul 2024 - Dec 2024 (5 months)
Entered quotes and created invoices for custom-made steel sales, assisting walk-in clients with payments and pick-ups. Prepared company payroll and remittances, while managing and collecting outstanding receivables and payables. Filed quarterly HST and WSIB remittances and conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
Bookkeeper/Office Administrator
ACT Services
Apr 2023 - Apr 2024 (1 year)
Billed and charged client accounting fees, preparing payroll, remittances, and records of employment for multiple clients. Posted journal entries, filed GST/HST and WSIB, and conducted routine follow-ups for financial documents. Reviewed outsourced bookkeeping, produced monthly financial reports, and prepared T4 slips.
Automotive Finance Representative
Axis Auto Finance
Jun 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 5 months)
Responded to client inquiries regarding vehicle lease/loan via calls, email, and chat, and contacted clients for lease transfers and outstanding amounts. Gathered client details for departmental forwarding and conducted outbound calls to welcome new clients, verifying information for credit bureau submission.
Marketplace Seller
Amazon
Mar 2020 - Mar 2022 (2 years)
Conducted product research and managed third-party manufacturing for items sold on Amazon. Created online listings with product images and features, and monitored inventory and shipments of new products. Generated sales performance and advertising reports to assess trends and develop growth strategies.
Courier
Instacart
Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 (6 months)
Provided pick-up and delivery of grocery items to customers in the Greater Toronto Area, ensuring customer expectations were met during shopping. Self-managed and independently accomplished daily delivery routes to ensure efficiency.
HRIS Administrator/Trainer
Canada’s Wonderland
Sep 2019 - Dec 2019 (3 months)
Entered all new hires into the HRIS system and scheduled them for onboarding sessions, reviewing contracts and HR paperwork. Presented orientation material to groups of 20+ new hires, and documented employee counselling and performance appraisals.
Client Support Representative
Millennium 1 Solutions
Feb 2018 - Mar 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Assisted large account holders with day-to-day inquiries such as credit limit changes, balance transfers, and general account inquiries. Mediated customer disputes, de-escalated irate customers, and educated cardholders on service issues and additional product benefits.
Crew Member/Supervisor
Tim Hortons
Nov 2015 - Aug 2017 (1 year 9 months)
Managed orders independently and collaboratively in a team environment, actively listening to customer needs and issues. Analyzed team strengths and leveraged individual assets to efficiently achieve business goals.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
QuickBooks Online Certification
Certification, QuickBooks Online
Obtained certification in QuickBooks Online, demonstrating proficiency in using the software for accounting tasks. This certification validates expertise in managing financial records and performing various bookkeeping functions within the QuickBooks Online platform.
Ashton College
Certificate in Accounting, Accounting
Completed a Certificate in Accounting, gaining foundational knowledge and practical skills in accounting principles. This program prepared me for various accounting roles by covering essential topics in financial record-keeping and reporting.
York University
Bachelor of Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management
Graduated with a Bachelor of Human Resources Management, focusing on human resources principles and practices. This degree provided a comprehensive understanding of HR functions, including recruitment, training, and employee relations.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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