Albert Y. Chen, Cpa, Ca
About Albert Y. Chen, Cpa, Ca
Albert Y. Chen is a Senior Financial Accountant at Canfor, where he has worked since 2018. He has a strong background in finance, with extensive experience in audit, assurance, and taxation, complemented by his educational achievements in accounting and finance.
Work at Canfor
Albert Y. Chen has been serving as a Senior Financial Accountant at Canfor since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for various financial accounting tasks, contributing to the company's financial health and reporting accuracy. His tenure at Canfor spans six years, during which he has utilized his extensive background in finance to support the organization's financial operations.
Education and Expertise
Albert Y. Chen holds a Bachelor of Commerce & Business Administration from The University of British Columbia, with a focus on Accounting. He is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and has completed the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) through the Canadian Securities Institute. Additionally, he is a CFA Level II candidate, demonstrating his commitment to advancing his financial expertise. His education underpins his strong skills in budgeting, financial modeling, and financial analysis.
Background
Albert Y. Chen has a diverse professional background in finance and accounting. He began his career as a Senior Accountant at MNP, followed by roles at Grant Thornton LLP and as a Manager at Galvanize. He also worked as a Business Advisor at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. His experience includes significant positions in various organizations, including Digital Objects Software Solutions Inc. and London Drugs Ltd., where he honed his skills in audit and assurance.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Albert Y. Chen has demonstrated leadership and project management skills by training and supervising teams of professionals. His extensive experience encompasses audit and assurance practices, including Canadian GAAP, US GAAP, IFRS, PSAS, and ASPE financial reporting. He also possesses expertise in taxation, covering Canadian personal, corporate, and partnership tax returns, as well as GST returns and commodity tax research.
Competitive Tennis Background
In addition to his professional achievements, Albert Y. Chen has a competitive tennis background. He was a nationally ranked junior tennis player and is a former Tennis Canada Certified Coach. This aspect of his background highlights his dedication and discipline, qualities that are often reflected in his professional endeavors.