Jonathan Menezes, Cpa, Ca
About Jonathan Menezes, Cpa, Ca
Jonathan Menezes is the Vice President of Finance and Controller at Index Exchange, where he oversees global tax compliance and manages cash flow. He has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having held various roles at PwC and other organizations in Canada.
Current Role at Index Exchange
Jonathan Menezes serves as the Vice President Finance and Controller at Index Exchange since 2021. In this role, he oversees global tax compliance and collaborates with external tax specialists to optimize tax exposure at both federal and state levels. He manages cash flow and oversees the treasury function, ensuring effective working capital management. Additionally, he plays a crucial role in planning the company's international expansion by working closely with the Senior Leadership team and various departments.
Previous Experience in Finance and Accounting
Prior to his current position, Jonathan held various roles in finance and accounting. He worked at PwC in multiple capacities, including Associate, Experienced Senior Associate, and Manager in Audit and Assurance from 2007 to 2014. He then served as Divisional Controller at KIK Custom Products from 2014 to 2017, followed by a position as Corporate Controller at Norvic Shipping North America Inc. from 2017 to 2018. Jonathan also worked at Anthem Entertainment Group as Director of Finance and later as Vice President of Finance from 2018 to 2021.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Jonathan Menezes studied Economics and Accounting at the University of Toronto from 2000 to 2006. He also attended St. Michael's Choir School. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Accountant (CA), which underscores his expertise in financial management and compliance.
Key Achievements at Index Exchange
At Index Exchange, Jonathan successfully managed the transition from reporting in ASPE to IFRS. This process involved drafting and reviewing position papers and collaborating with external auditors. He also led the implementation of a global procure-to-pay platform, which streamlined and automated the purchasing and payables process. Additionally, he partners with the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team to drive business improvements and enhance management reporting.