Durgesh Shah
About Durgesh Shah
Durgesh Shah is an Accounts Payable Specialist at Chemtrade in Toronto, Canada, with extensive experience in managing accounts payable processes across various industries.
Title and Current Role
Durgesh Shah currently holds the position of Accounts Payable Specialist at Chemtrade, located in the Toronto, Canada Area. In this role, Shah is responsible for managing accounts payable processes, including bill booking in SAP, verifying and approving bills, and ensuring timely vendor payments through electronic funds transfer (EFT).
Career Background
Durgesh Shah has an extensive background in finance and accounting, with experience spanning multiple industries such as retail, pharmaceuticals, and communications. Shah worked at Thales as Accounts Payable from 2017 to 2018 and at Ogilvy & Mather as Accounts Payable Specialist for 2 months in 2016-2017. Prior roles include positions at Sigma Systems, Tata Starbucks Ltd, Planet M Retail Ltd, Reliance Communications, Novartis, and Lupin, where Shah accrued valuable experience in various accounting functions.
Education and Expertise
Durgesh Shah has a solid educational background in accounting and finance. Shah achieved the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation from the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) between 2017 and 2020. Additionally, Shah studied at Seneca College, achieving CPA PREP in Taxation/Business Law, and also attended George Brown College. Shah's proficiency extends to using accounting software like SAP-FI functional module and Tally ERP-9.
Skills and Proficiencies
Durgesh Shah is known for expertise in managing accounts payable processes, processing electronic payments, and month-end closing activities. Shah's skills include interacting with auditors, passing bank interest and bank charges entries for debtors, and working efficiently under pressure during peak seasons. Known as a fast learner, Shah quickly adapts to new accounting systems and enjoys working in team environments, often assisting co-workers beyond job responsibilities. Shah also possesses strong communication, reading, and writing skills.