Dinesh Ajodha, Cpa, Cga, Fcca, F CSI
About Dinesh Ajodha, Cpa, Cga, Fcca, F CSI
Dinesh Ajodha is an experienced accounting professional currently serving as Accounting Manager 1 at Primerica. He has a strong background in compliance, risk management, and financial analysis, with previous roles at Sprott Asset Management and Brookfield Asset Management.
Work at Primerica
Dinesh Ajodha has been employed at Primerica as Accounting Manager 1 since 2017. In this role, he coordinates external audit functions and liaises with external auditors. He performs various ad-hoc financial analyses and works to streamline departmental procedures. His responsibilities also include overseeing the preparation and review of three-year budgets, which encompass financial projections. Additionally, he manages a team of three, providing guidance, direction, and training.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Primerica, Dinesh Ajodha held several positions in the accounting field. He worked at Sprott Asset Management as Senior Manager, Compliance and Risk from 2014 to 2017. Prior to that, he served as Assistant Controller at Sprott Inc. from 2008 to 2013 and as Controller at Sprott Private Wealth LP for one year. His earlier experience includes a role as Senior Corporate Accountant at Brookfield Asset Management from 2006 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Dinesh Ajodha has a robust educational background in accounting and finance. He studied at Ryerson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree from 1994 to 1999. He furthered his studies at ACCA, achieving qualifications in Accounting and Finance. Additionally, he studied at the Certified General Accountants (CGA) in Ontario, where he achieved expertise in Accounting. He also completed a program at The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) - Ontario, focusing on Internal Audit.
Special Projects and Initiatives
Throughout his career, Dinesh Ajodha has been involved in various special projects. Notably, he has contributed to initiatives such as Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and the Business Continuity Plan/Disaster Recovery (BCP/DR). His experience includes internal control testing and documentation, which supports his role in ensuring compliance and risk management within organizations.