Wanita Lakshmi Fowsar, Cpa, Ca
About Wanita Lakshmi Fowsar, Cpa, Ca
Wanita Lakshmi Fowsar is a CPA and CA who currently serves as the Manager of Financial Information and Special Projects at Intact. With over seven years of experience in the financial services industry, she has held various roles in accounting and financial reporting across several organizations.
Current Role at Intact Financial Corporation
Wanita Lakshmi Fowsar serves as the Manager of Financial Information and Special Projects at Intact Financial Corporation. She has held this position since 2020 and is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. In this role, she oversees financial information management and special projects, ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to her current role, Fowsar worked at Intact in two capacities. From 2018 to 2019, she was an Accounting Specialist in Consolidation, and from 2019 to 2020, she transitioned to an Accounting Specialist focused on Special Projects and Financial Statements. Her experience also includes positions at Standard Life as a Consultant in Financial Reporting, and at Laurentian Bank of Canada as a Senior Analyst in Financial Accounting and Disclosure.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Fowsar completed her Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Accounting at Concordia University from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education by obtaining a Graduate Degree in Chartered Accountancy from the same institution between 2008 and 2010. She holds the professional designation of CPA, CA, reflecting her expertise in accounting and financial management.
Expertise in Financial Analysis and Compliance
Fowsar specializes in accounting research and financial analysis, with a strong focus on compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), National Instrument 51-102, and Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) guidelines. Her background in the financial services industry spans over seven years, during which she has developed a robust skill set in financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
Professional Impact and Process Improvement
Throughout her career, Fowsar has been recognized for her ability to improve processes and manage priorities effectively. Her contributions have enhanced operational efficiencies within the organizations she has worked for, particularly in the financial services sector.