Gayan Suraweera

Monitor financial activities of political participants to ensure compliance with the Election Finances and Contributions Disclosure Act (EFCDA). Review, analyze, and ensure timely filing of financial statements by political entities for accuracy, completeness, and legislative compliance. Maintain logs of financial filings, follow up on late submissions, and address any discrepancies. Identify potential instances of legislative non-compliance, prepare documentation, and escalate cases for further review. Provide stakeholders with technical support, educational resources, and information sessions to promote understanding of compliance requirements. Develop and implement new tools, forms, and processes to improve financial reporting efficiency. Collaborate with IT teams and contractors to enhance Elections Alberta’s online resources and financial reporting systems.

Reviewed taxpayer applications for relief from penalties, interest, or cancellation/waiver of amounts owed, determining eligibility based on established criteria. Maintained accurate records of relief applications, including correspondence, supporting documents, and decisions or actions taken. Corresponded with taxpayers in writing or by phone to request additional information, clarify details, or provide updates on application status. Conducted thorough analyses of taxpayers' situations, considering factors such as financial hardship or extraordinary circumstances to determine relief options. Ensured that relief decisions aligned with CRA policies, guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations. Made recommendations or decisions on relief applications based on all available information and applicable guidelines.

Provided explanations and clarifications to clients via telephone regarding individual tax return filing and processing. Explained various social programs administered by CRA. Gathered information to understand the precise nature of taxpayer inquiries or requests. Researched responses and solutions using internal and external information sources. Utilized various computer applications to research, analyze, and resolve taxpayer inquiries, including payment reconciliation.

Prepared corporate and personal income tax returns. Assisted in full-cycle bookkeeping, including reconciliations, ledger entries, and other financial records. Audited and ensured the integrity of reconciliations. Processed biweekly and monthly payroll and quarterly and yearly GST. Reviewed and analyzed income statements and balance sheets. Prepared financial statements and Notice to Reader reports. Prepared CRA payroll and GST trust examination documents and collaborated with the CRA on client matters. Supervised and trained employees in bookkeeping tasks including payables and receivables, journal entries, and financial reports. Developed and implemented effective financial systems, policies, and procedures.

Performed full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, data management, account reconciliations, and reporting. Processed biweekly and monthly payroll and related government remittances. Prepared T4s, T5s, personal income tax returns, and other required tax schedules. Identified issues, investigated discrepancies, and worked with the manager to develop solutions. Contributed ideas to improve work processes.