Cynthia Garcia Diaz, Cpa, Ca
About Cynthia Garcia Diaz, Cpa, Ca
Cynthia Garcia Diaz is a Manager of Accounting Policy at the Department of Finance Canada, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in financial roles across various organizations, including the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and the Bank of Canada.
Work at Government of Canada
Cynthia Garcia Diaz has served as the Manager of Accounting Policy at the Department of Finance Canada since 2019. In this role, she develops and maintains internal controls to ensure the integrity, reliability, and accuracy of accounting transactions and data. She also provides technical advice and recommendations to senior departmental officials. Additionally, she leads the interpretation and implementation of accounting standards in accordance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS). Her work contributes to the financial governance and accountability of the Canadian government.
Previous Experience in Accounting and Finance
Prior to her current position, Cynthia Garcia Diaz held various roles at Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) from 2016 to 2019. She served as a Senior Specialist in Compliance and Quality Assurance, and as a Specialist in Capital Evaluation and Insurance Oversight. Additionally, she worked at the Bank of Canada as a Senior Financial Consultant on the Financial Policy & External Reporting Team from 2008 to 2012. Her experience at CMHC also included roles as a Senior Financial Analyst and Manager of Management and Performance Reporting.
Educational Background
Cynthia Garcia Diaz has a solid educational foundation in accounting. She studied at McGill University, where she achieved a Diploma in Accounting from 2003 to 2005. She then pursued a Graduate Diploma in Chartered Accountancy at Concordia University from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, she obtained a Professional Certificate in Risk Management from Carleton University from 2017 to 2018. She is also a Chartered Accountant, having studied at the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Language Proficiency
Cynthia Garcia Diaz is fluent in English and possesses advanced proficiency in both French and Spanish. This language skill set enhances her ability to communicate effectively in diverse environments and contributes to her work in the public sector, where bilingualism is often essential.