Francis Lampreau
About Francis Lampreau
Francis Lampreau is an Intermediate Accountant based in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, with a background in customer management and audit support. He has worked at various organizations, including Vitalis Extraction Technology Inc. and Okanagan College, and holds an MBA from Thompson Rivers University.
Work at Pela
Francis Lampreau has been employed at Pela as an Intermediate Accountant since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for various accounting functions, including assisting with year-end preparations and addressing inquiries from the audit team. His position involves collaboration with the operations team to ensure accurate inventory reporting and cost allocation.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Pela, Francis worked at Vitalis Extraction Technology Inc. as an Accounting Technician from 2019 to 2020. His responsibilities included managing customer-related tasks such as sales order invoicing, return merchandise authorizations (RMAs), and credit limit approvals. This experience contributed to his foundational skills in accounting and customer management.
Education and Expertise
Francis Lampreau holds a Master of Business Administration from Thompson Rivers University, which he completed from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Okanagan College, studying from 2014 to 2019. His educational background provides him with a solid understanding of business principles and accounting practices.
Research and Mentorship Roles
In addition to his accounting experience, Francis served as a Research Assistant at Okanagan College for four months in 2018. He also worked as an Aboriginal Peer Mentor from 2017 to 2018, where he supported fellow students. These roles enhanced his skills in research and mentorship, contributing to his overall professional development.
Sales Tax and Audit Responsibilities
In his current and previous roles, Francis has been involved in preparing and submitting various sales tax returns and supporting documentation. He works directly with the audit team to ensure the accuracy of balance sheet reporting and related documents. His attention to detail is crucial in maintaining compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.