Ali Hamza Bhutta

Personal summary

I am a results-driven and detail-oriented accountant with over 13 years of experience in financial management, accounting operations, and public finance. My career has been built on a strong foundation of education, including a Master’s in Business Administration (Finance & International Business) from Cardiff Metropolitan University and a BSc in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University. I am also working towards becoming a Chartered Public Finance Accountant (CPFA) and have completed multiple advanced certifications in areas such as managerial accounting, international financial crimes, and enterprise risk management. Currently, I serve as the Accounting Operations Supervisor at the City of Brooks, where I oversee critical financial functions, including accounts payable, Investments, Insurance, Bank Reconciliations, cash management, and general ledger reconciliations. I take pride in ensuring compliance with financial regulations, evaluating internal controls, and providing strategic financial advice to senior leadership and council members. My ability to lead teams, streamline processes, and deliver accurate financial reporting has been a cornerstone of my success. Previously, I worked with Forestry Innovation Investment (a BC Government Crown Corporation), where I managed subsidiary consolidations, assisted with month-end and year-end closings, and supported internal and external audit processes. My experience also includes roles in utility billing, customer service, and team leadership, where I developed efficient processes and resolved complex billing and service issues. I am proficient in a wide range of accounting software, including ABMunis, VADIM iCity, QuickBooks, and JD Edwards, and I have a strong command of Microsoft Excel and other office tools. Fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi, I bring a global perspective and cultural adaptability to my work. Throughout my career, I have been committed to continuous learning and professional development, always striving to enhance my skills and contribute to organizational success. I am passionate about delivering accurate, efficient, and strategic financial solutions while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Skills

Excel13 QuickBooks10 Sage 505 Xero Accounting3 Accounts payable accounting10 Accounts receivable accounting10 Bank Reconciliations11