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susan daley

@susandaley

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Experienced finance leader with expertise in corporate accounting.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values strategic financial planning and offers opportunities for leadership and collaboration.

I am a seasoned finance leader with over 25 years of experience in corporate and production accounting across Canada, the USA, and the UK. My specialization lies in full-cycle accounting, payroll administration, and financial management within the entertainment industry, which includes publishing, live events, tours, and film and television production.

Currently, I serve as the Senior Finance Manager at Third Side Music Inc, where I oversee the financial records for the company and its subsidiaries. My role involves ensuring compliance with multiple government entities across three countries, collaborating with various departments to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of reporting, and streamlining payroll and expense processes for employees and freelancers in foreign countries. I have a proven track record of aligning financial operations with organizational and creative objectives, contributing to business growth and profitability.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Finance Manager

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ThirdSideMusicInc/Soundway

Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)

Responsible for the maintenance and reporting of the financial records for the company and its subsidiaries. Ensured compliance with four government entities across three countries. Collaborated with various departments to improve efficiency and accuracy of reporting, resulting in clean audits.

Financial Reporting Compliance Payroll Administration Expense Management Cash Flow Management Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable

Production Accountant

Concert / Tour Production Accounting Global

Developed and maintained detailed budgets for concert tours, ensuring accuracy in cost forecasting and expense tracking. Prepared comprehensive financial statements, cost reports, and projections for artists, managers, and stakeholders. Managed payroll for tour personnel, including cast and crew, ensuring timely and accurate payments.

Budget Management Financial Statement Preparation Cost Tracking Payroll Management Expense Reporting Financial Forecasting

Production Accountant

Television Production Accounting

Prepared and analyzed cost reports, oversaw payroll for cast and crew, and monitored spending to ensure adherence to budget. Collaborated with other departments to ensure accuracy and provided financial forecasts and estimates.

Cost Report Analysis Payroll Management Financial Forecasting Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Financial Statement Preparation