Krista Skujins, Cpa
About Krista Skujins, Cpa
Krista Skujins is a CPA and the Director of Corporate Accounting at Mood Media, where she has worked since 2023. She holds CPA licenses in both Canada and the United States and has extensive experience in technical accounting and financial reporting, particularly in high-volume transaction environments.
Current Role at Mood Media
Krista Skujins serves as the Director of Corporate Accounting at Mood Media, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting functions and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Her expertise in technical accounting and financial reporting is instrumental in managing the company's financial health. Skujins' experience in fast-paced environments supports her ability to handle the complexities of corporate accounting effectively.
Previous Experience at Mood Media
Before her current role, Krista Skujins worked at Mood Media in various capacities. She served as the Director of Internal Controls, Compliance & Transformation from 2016 to 2018, where she focused on enhancing the company's internal control framework. Following that, she was the Group Assistant Controller from 2018 to 2023, contributing to the financial management and reporting processes of the organization. Her tenure at Mood Media spans five years, during which she developed a deep understanding of the company's financial operations.
Professional Background at EY
Krista Skujins has a significant background in public accounting, having worked at Ernst & Young (EY) as an Assurance Manager. She held this position for four years in Toronto, Canada, from 2010 to 2014, and then for two years in the Austin, Texas area from 2014 to 2016. Her role involved managing assurance engagements and providing clients with insights into their financial reporting processes. This experience laid the foundation for her strong technical accounting skills.
Education and Qualifications
Krista Skujins earned her Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree with a specialization in Accounting from the University of Toronto, completing her studies from 2006 to 2010. She holds both Canadian (Ontario) and American (Texas) CPA licenses, which validate her expertise in accounting standards and practices in both countries. Her educational background and professional qualifications support her capabilities in corporate accounting and financial reporting.
Expertise in Financial Transactions
Krista Skujins possesses extensive experience in managing complex financial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, debt restructuring, and bankruptcy. Her strong technical accounting skills enable her to navigate the intricacies of these transactions effectively. This expertise is particularly valuable in fast-paced, transaction-heavy environments, where precision and compliance are critical.