Ira Lau, Cpa, Cma
About Ira Lau, Cpa, Cma
Ira Lau, CPA, CMA, is a Senior Group Accountant at Delivery Hero in Berlin, Germany, with over 15 years of experience in accounting and auditing roles across Canada and Germany.
Current Role at Delivery Hero
Ira Lau currently holds the position of Senior Group Accountant at Delivery Hero in Berlin, Germany. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, consolidation, and compliance with accounting standards. Ira leverages extensive experience in accounting to manage and optimize the financial health of the organization, providing critical support to the senior management team.
Professional Experience
Ira Lau has accumulated over 15 years of experience across various accounting and auditing roles. Previously, Ira worked for Delivery Hero's subsidiary, Honest Food, as a Group Accountant. Prior to that, Ira served as an Internal Auditor at Circ, a Financial Analyst at Eastlink, and a Business Analyst at Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL). Additionally, Ira contributed as an Internal Audit Specialist and Joint Venture Accountant at CNRL, a New Graduate Accountant at TransAlta, and began their career as an Accounting Summer Student at Encana Corporation.
Educational Background
Ira Lau obtained a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounting from the University of Alberta, where they studied from 2002 to 2007. This solid educational foundation in accounting has supported Ira's career development, leading to senior roles in various organizations across Canada and Germany.
Certifications and Designations
Ira Lau holds both CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and CMA (Certified Management Accountant) designations. These certifications demonstrate Ira's proficiency in both public accounting and management accounting, enabling a comprehensive understanding of financial practices and principles.
International Experience
Ira Lau has professional experience in both Canada and Germany. This international exposure has broadened Ira's understanding of different financial systems and regulations. By working in diverse environments, Ira has developed a versatile approach to financial management, internal auditing, and business analysis across multiple industries including natural resources and technology.