Christine Lavoie
About Christine Lavoie
Christine Lavoie serves as the Director of the Center of Excellence for Accounting and Reporting at J.D. Irving, Limited, a position she has held since 2021. With a robust background in finance and accounting, she has held various leadership roles within the company since 1998, contributing to improvements in financial reporting and operational efficiency.
Current Role at J.D. Irving
Christine Lavoie serves as the Director Center of Excellence, Accounting & Reporting at J.D. Irving, Limited. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the Finance Division in Saint John, NB. In her current role, she focuses on enhancing accounting and reporting practices within the organization.
Previous Positions at J.D. Irving
Christine Lavoie has held multiple positions at J.D. Irving, Limited. She worked as Director of Tax Incentives for 9 months in 2018-2019, and as Director of Accounting & Reporting from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she served as Director of Finance from 2019 to 2021, and held various roles in accounting and finance from 1998 to 2016, including Manager - Leader, Accounting and Reporting.
Education and Professional Certifications
Christine Lavoie has a strong educational background in accounting and finance. She achieved her CGA designation through studies at CGA NB. She also holds an EMBA from Ivey Business School at Western University, an Advanced Accounting Certificate from the University of New Brunswick, and a Transfer Pricing Certificate. Furthermore, she obtained a Six Sigma Green Belt Certification from the Juran Institute.
Contributions to Financial Management
Christine Lavoie has implemented strategic financial models that enhanced business analysis capabilities within the Finance Division at J.D. Irving. She played a key role in establishing competitive benchmarking processes that improved financial reporting accuracy. Additionally, she contributed to developing a continuous improvement culture within the finance team, leading to increased operational efficiency.
Background in Accounting and Finance
Christine Lavoie began her career in various accounting roles at J.D. Irving, Limited, from 1998 to 2003. Over the years, she progressed through several positions, including Accounts Receivable Manager and Senior Business Analyst. Her extensive experience in finance and accounting has equipped her with the skills necessary for her current leadership role.