Daniel Da Silva, Cpa
About Daniel Da Silva, Cpa
Daniel Da Silva is the Chief of Costing and Treasury Board Submissions at the Government of Canada, where he has worked since 2019. He has a strong background in financial analysis and reporting, with previous roles in various capacities within the Government of Canada and educational experience in accounting and finance.
Work at Government of Canada
Daniel Da Silva has been employed at the Government of Canada since 2015. He currently holds the position of Chief of Costing and Treasury Board Submissions, a role he has occupied since 2019. In this capacity, he contributes to the development of Treasury Board submissions, which enhances the financial decision-making process. Prior to this, he worked as a Financial Reporting Specialist from 2017 to 2019 and as a Financial Analyst in the Information Technology Branch from 2015 to 2017. His experience in these roles has equipped him with advanced financial modeling skills and expertise in costing methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Da Silva earned a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree in Accounting and Finance from Ryerson University, achieving a CGPA of 3.950 from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation from the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario between 2015 and 2018. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial reporting, costing methodologies, and financial analysis, particularly in governmental contexts.
Background
Daniel Da Silva began his career with various roles in financial services and administration. He worked as a Taxpayer Services Agent and an Income Tax Auditor (Co-Op) at the Canada Revenue Agency in 2014. He also gained experience as an Accounting Research Assistant and an Intern at the Ted Rogers Leadership Centre during his time at Ryerson University. His early work experience includes a position as a Work Term Student in Administration at the City of Toronto in 2015. This diverse background has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of financial processes.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Daniel Da Silva has played a key role in financial analysis, particularly in IT projects during his tenure as a Financial Analyst. His contributions to the development of Treasury Board submissions have been significant in enhancing the financial decision-making processes within the Government of Canada. His advanced financial modeling skills support strategic initiatives and cost management, reflecting his commitment to effective financial planning and budgeting at a governmental level.