Shahid Mirza

Experience

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  Le Meridian

  Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

  General Accountant

  Efficient in following up on clients by conducting phone calls and sending out emails in order to collect overdue balancesExhibit exceptional organizational skills when maintaining customer records and handling assignments effectively

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  Ericsson Telecommunication

  Dec 2005 - Mar 2012

  Accounts Receivable Supervisor

  Performed effective financial reporting and auditing in accordance with SOX ComplianceExhibited strong knowledge of accounting responsibilities involving customer service, invoicing, reconciliations, and payments Demonstrated team work and leadership by assisting and supervising the company’s AR departmentWorked closely with the CFO to continually develop and improve the company’s AR policies Generated financial reports using SAP and MS Office Coordinated with external auditors and regulatory bodies to assist in year end closing Show less

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  Pioneer Energy

  Mar 2015 - Nov 2017

  Sales Associate

  Develop exceptional computer skills through use of MS Office for electronic invoicing and day to day accounting reportsDemonstrate strong communication skills when delivering product information to customers in person and over the phoneEfficient in preparing weekly work schedules and assigning job duties to employees Exhibit punctuality and determination by completing all assigned tasks with responsibility and dedication

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  Bison Transport

  Jul 2017 - Feb 2020

  Professional Driver
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  OUTEDGE Media Canada

  Mar 2020 - Feb 2025

  Client onboarding: setting up new accounts, conducting Credit Reporting Agency reviews (Dun and Bradstreet), check media & trade references for risk level, and establish credit terms• Credit collection: process receipts based on established credit terms, in conjunction with accepted payment terms to ensure cash flow targets are achieved• Establish timely communication with customer service and other internal business partners and provide appropriate information/solutions• Interpret client financial statements and other reports for approval of contracts/production jobs• Reconcile cash application variances and billing disputes though account-level investigations• Conduct pro-active resolution of client claims for credits or credit-holds with account managers• Maintain customer profiles by making note of payments, transfers or account changes, and updating customer information such as billing addresses and expired payment methods Show less Track outgoing payments and monitor company expenditures (including payroll) to identify and report and risks to AP senior management and Controller• Verify expense reports and maintain payments records for audit and review purposes• Treasury: calculate and pay Sales and Use taxes, maintain petty cash, review service agreements, process vendor payments, and apply payment credits• Negotiate pricing discounts and payment terms with vendors and service providers to optimize cash flow• Reconcile bank statements and payment records• Analyze accounts for upcoming payments or anomalies to identify cash risks• Prepare and present reports showcasing performance against AP KPIs Show less

  • Credit and Collections Specialist

    Mar 2021 - Feb 2025

  • Accounts Payable Coordinator

    Mar 2020 - Mar 2021