BALWINDER KAUR

Financial Operations Specialist | Accounting & Finance Professional
Dawson Creek, CA.

About

Highly analytical and detail-oriented Financial Operations Specialist with over 4 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, and administrative roles within hospitality and property management sectors. Expert in comprehensive Accounts Payable/Receivable (A/P & A/R) processing, General Ledger (G/L) reconciliation, budgeting, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures. Proficient in Sage 50, QuickBooks, and advanced Microsoft Excel, with a proven ability to enhance financial accuracy, streamline operations, and drive efficiency. Adept at leveraging strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills to ensure compliance, resolve complex issues, and contribute to strategic financial planning.

Work

Staybridge Hotel
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Night Auditor – Finance & Reporting

Summary

Managed nightly financial operations and reporting, ensuring accuracy and contributing to strategic financial planning.

Highlights

Managed and reconciled over 100 daily financial transactions, ensuring 100% accuracy in ledger close-outs through meticulous nightly payment audits using property management and POS systems.

Produced and distributed daily revenue, variance, and occupancy reports by 6 AM, providing critical data that accelerated budget tracking and informed strategic planning for senior leadership.

Spearheaded the implementation of a digital check-in and reporting process, reducing manual data entry time by 15% and significantly enhancing guest billing and payment accuracy.

Ensured strict compliance with internal controls and privacy regulations for all financial records, achieving zero documentation errors and maintaining continuous audit readiness.

Resolved over 20 guest account discrepancies per shift, consistently achieving a 90%+ guest satisfaction rate through transparent billing communication and timely adjustments.

Precision Properties
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Office Administrator – Accounting & Property Operations

Summary

Oversaw accounting and property operations, focusing on financial accuracy, efficiency, and tenant relations.

Highlights

Processed over 500 Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable entries monthly using Sage 50 and QuickBooks, maintaining zero discrepancies and ensuring accurate monthly reconciliation and audit preparedness.

Generated comprehensive occupancy, expense, and utilization reports for a portfolio of 15+ commercial and residential properties, contributing to a 10% improvement in unit turnover efficiency.

Streamlined lease renewal processes by digitizing filing systems and optimizing document workflows, resulting in a 35% reduction in processing time and enhanced data integrity.

Facilitated effective communication and coordination with tenants, vendors, and contractors for payments, repairs, and service quotes, improving issue resolution speed by 20%.

Managed and resolved billing disputes and account modifications across multiple digital platforms (Facebook, Kijiji, Wix), ensuring precise financial record-keeping and client satisfaction.

Precision Welding
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Office Assistant – Finance & Compliance

Summary

Provided administrative and financial support, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Managed the processing of invoices, expense claims, and purchase orders (POs) using QuickBooks and Sage, achieving 100% data accuracy and facilitating timely vendor payments.

Administered comprehensive contractor documentation and ensured stringent safety compliance through ISNetworld and ComplyWorks, directly contributing to successful external audits.

Supported finance and HR departments by preparing critical reports, tracking budgets, and coordinating project timelines, which reduced project delays by 15% and enhanced financial oversight.

Orchestrated interview scheduling, onboarding processes, and internal communications for a team of over 20 employees, significantly boosting overall team efficiency.

Comfort Inn
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Front Desk Agent – Financial Admin Support

Summary

Provided comprehensive financial and administrative support in a hospitality setting.

Highlights

Processed all billing, payments, and cash receipts for 80-100 guests weekly, performing meticulous reconciliations to ensure accurate ledger entries and tax application via PMS systems.

Reduced end-of-day financial discrepancies by 30% through diligent credit card authorization, chargeback review, and efficient refund processing, thereby enhancing payment integrity.

Managed daily cash operations, including preparing deposits up to $8,000 per day, ensuring strict adherence to audit and compliance standards.

Collaborated with management to generate weekly occupancy and sales reports, providing essential data for accurate budget forecasting and strategic decision-making.

Education

Northern Lights College

Post-Degree Diploma

Business Management

Courses

Financial Accounting

Business Strategy

Communications

Management

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University

Bachelor of Commerce

Accounting & Management

Courses

Accounting

Business Law

Organizational Behavior

Economics

Certificates

Diploma in Effective Bookkeeping & Payroll

Issued By

Not Specified

Skills

Financial Management

Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R), General Ledger (G/L) Reconciliation, Journal Entries, Vendor Payments, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Project Accounting, Month-End Close, Cash Management, Expense Management, Procurement Support, Payment Audits, Billing.

Software Proficiency

Sage 50, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook, Google Workspace, ISNetworld, ComplyWorks, Hotel Property Management Systems (PMS), POS Systems.

Core Competencies

Data Reconciliation, Reporting Integrity, Budget Compliance, Variance Analysis, Ad Hoc Reporting, Commission Reports.

Soft Skills

Detail-Oriented, Analytical Thinking, Clear Communication, Professional Communication, Organized, Deadline-Focused, Collaborative, Team-Oriented, Confidentiality, Ethical Conduct, Proactive, Independent Problem-Solving, Client Invoicing, Audit Readiness.