Johanne Paquet
About Johanne Paquet
Johanne Paquet is an Accounting Manager at Rarebreed, with a rich background in finance and accounting within the hospitality industry, and is fluent in French.
Accounting Manager at Rarebreed
Johanne Paquet serves as the Accounting Manager overseeing Fixed Assets and Lease Accounting at Rarebreed. Her role involves managing financial records and ensuring accurate accounting practices related to the company's fixed assets and leases. Her expertise in finance and accounting, built over years of diverse experience, makes her a critical member of the Rarebreed team.
Education and Expertise
Johanne Paquet holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology from Laval University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Ottawa. Her strong educational background in science paired with a comprehensive business education provides her with a unique perspective and skill set in financial management and accounting.
Career in Hospitality Finance
Prior to joining Rarebreed, Johanne Paquet had an extensive career in the hospitality industry focusing on finance and accounting. As an independent consultant for ten years, she traveled to over 20 hotels across five different countries. Her consulting work involved assisting these establishments in their accounting cycles, providing her with a wealth of international experience and a deep understanding of the hospitality sector.
Professional Journey in Portland, Oregon
After relocating to Portland, Oregon with her husband and two rescue dogs, Johanne Paquet joined the City of Portland's finance department. Her role at the City of Portland allowed her to further hone her financial management skills before she transitioned to her current position at Rarebreed.
Personal Interests and Activities
Outside of her professional life, Johanne Paquet enjoys a variety of hobbies including running, swimming, biking, gardening, and baking. She notably completed her first and last marathon in Portland, Oregon. She also values spending time with her husband, David, and their two rescue dogs, Max and Dakota.