Anthony Poon, Cpa
About Anthony Poon, Cpa
Anthony Poon is a Financial Analyst with extensive experience in accounting and financial management. He has worked with various organizations, including the Government of Canada and Events.com, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with High Distinction from Carleton University.
Current Role as Financial Analyst
Anthony Poon has been serving as a Financial Analyst at the Government of Canada since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for various financial management tasks, including budget oversight and financial reporting. His experience in this position has contributed to his expertise in public sector financial analysis.
Previous Experience at Government of Canada
Before his current role, Anthony Poon worked as a FORD Financial Analyst at the Government of Canada from 2016 to 2019. During this time, he managed the Operating Expenditures budget for the Financial Control & Reconciliation team. He also processed foreign exchange transactions and prepared monthly trial balances using the Central Financial Management Reporting System (CFMRS).
Educational Background in Accounting
Anthony Poon earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree with High Distinction from Carleton University, focusing on Accounting. His studies spanned from 2010 to 2015, culminating in a solid foundation in financial principles and practices that support his career in finance.
Early Career and Internships
Anthony Poon began his career with various internships and contract positions. He worked as a Junior Staff Accountant at Logan Katz LLP in 2014, where he updated standard operating procedures for financial management activities. He also gained experience as an Internal Audit & ERM co-op student at Hydro Ottawa in 2013, where he trained colleagues on budgeting and trial balance processes.
Contract Positions in Accounting
In addition to his internships, Anthony Poon held several contract positions in accounting. He worked as a Junior Accountant at Events.com for seven months in 2015, where he processed foreign exchange transactions. He also served as a Reconciliation Officer at Accerta for two months in 2016 and as an Accounting Clerk at ENCON Group Inc. for two months in 2015.