Siva Sivappiragasam, Cpa, Cma
About Siva Sivappiragasam, Cpa, Cma
Siva Sivappiragasam is a Senior Financial Analyst with extensive experience in financial management and accounting. He has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, and has earned professional designations as a CPA and CMA.
Current Role at Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
Siva Sivappiragasam currently serves as a Senior Financial Analyst at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. His tenure began in 2018, and he continues to contribute to financial analysis and reporting within the ministry. His role involves managing financial data and providing insights to support decision-making processes in health care.
Previous Experience at University of Toronto Schools
In 2018, Siva worked as the Interim Financial Controller at the University of Toronto Schools for a duration of two months. This position involved overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with financial regulations during a transitional period.
Career at CWF
Siva held multiple positions at CWF, starting as a Financial Analyst from 2012 to 2014 for two years. He later advanced to the role of Senior Financial Analyst, where he worked from 2014 to 2017 for three years. In these roles, he was responsible for financial reporting, analysis, and strategic financial planning.
Accounting Background and Education
Siva studied at Carleton University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Accounting and Economics from 2001 to 2006. He furthered his education by achieving the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designations from CPA Canada between 2012 and 2015.
Experience in Accounting Roles
Siva has a diverse background in accounting, having worked at RBCDexia Investor Services as both a Junior Accountant from 2006 to 2009 and a Senior Accountant from 2009 to 2012. He also served as the Manager of Accounting and Operations at Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation in 2017 for eight months, where he managed accounting functions and operational processes.