1. SARA WATSON
475 Bourke Avenue, 1E 514.770.5531
Dorval, QC H9S 3W8 sara.watson1219@gmail.com
SUMMARY
Detail oriented, efficient and organized Operational Accountant with extensive
experience with accounting systems. Possesses strong problem solving skills with the
ability to make well thought out decisions. Strong team building and hands-on
management skills. Able to prioritize based upon necessity and to complete projects
within specified timelines. Expert in analyzing existing operations and implementing new
systems to increase performance. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
HARDT EQUIPMENT MFG. Inc., Lachine, QC
Controller 2007-2013
 Managed accounting department (5 staff) for company with over $27M in gross sales.
 Managed numbered entities
 Prepared Financial Statements each month with variance analysis
 Prepared payroll, (entire cycle) for 100 employees
 Prepared year end file for outside auditors
 Managed group insurance file
 Prepared GST/QST/Sales tax reporting
Accounts Receivable Manager 2006-2007
 Managed accounts receivable
 Contact with customers concerning overdue balances
 Prepared credit notes/invoices
 Verified invoices for correct shipping charges, sales taxes
 Prepared bank reconciliations
 Prepared payroll, entire cycle for 100 employees
Accounts Payable 1994-2006
 Verified invoices to packing slips and purchase order for correct billing
 Prepared cheques for vendors
 Prepared bank reconciliations
 Prepared year end file for outside auditors
 Assisted with month end reports

2. SARA WATSON 2
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 Established department creditability by implementing procedures and controls
to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
 Motivated and developed team of 5 people, including accounting, reception and
logistics, to achieve over average performance ratings (2 employees achieved
a rating of 5 on 5, 3 employees achieved a rating of 4 on 5).
 Developed training plans to cross train team of 5 people to decrease down time
and increase customer satisfaction.
 Met deadlines within department by creating and using a detailed calendar,
updating it with new projects and timelines as necessary.
 Ensured company policies were followed by creating verification systems in
Excel for accounts receivable.
 Created verification systems in accounts payable to ensure that tax laws and
posting procedures were followed.
 Supported accounts receivable to achieve an average of under .10% of
overdue accounts over 60 days.
 Supported accounts payable which helped in taking advantage of over 99% of
early payment discounts.
 Improved efficiency and accuracy by creating a spreadsheet which calculated
shipping charges, incorporating fuel surcharges and courier charges for
multiple shipment methods.
 Created a costing system using landed costs, resulting in accurate costs for
sold items.
EDUCATION
John Abbott College – Partially completed DEC in Commerce
WICC – Diploma received, Secretary/Executive Assistant
Lindsay Place High School, High School Diploma