Vania Uong, Cpa, Ca, Ll.M. Fisc.
About Vania Uong, Cpa, Ca, Ll.M. Fisc.
Vania Uong, CPA, CA, LL.M. Fisc., is the Directrice en fiscalité at TELUS with over a decade of experience in taxation and accounting.
Current Position at TELUS
Vania Uong currently holds the position of Directrice en fiscalité at TELUS. She is responsible for leading the company's tax strategies and ensuring compliance with all relevant tax regulations. Her role encompasses tax planning, advisory, and oversight functions within the organization. This position leverages her extensive experience in corporate tax, gained over a decade in the field.
Previous Experience at Medisys
Before joining TELUS, Vania worked at Medisys, where she served as Directrice en fiscalité from 2017 to 2020. During her tenure, she was instrumental in managing the company's tax affairs until its acquisition by TELUS Health. Her role at Medisys involved tax planning, compliance, and advisory services, laying the groundwork for her current responsibilities at TELUS.
Career at KPMG and PwC
Vania Uong gained significant experience in public accounting firms. At KPMG, she served as Conseillère en fiscalité from 2014 to 2017, focusing on tax consulting services. Prior to KPMG, she worked at PwC from 2012 to 2014, initially as an Analyste - Audit et Certification and later as an Analyste sénior in the same area. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in audit, certification, and tax advisory.
Educational Background
Vania Uong has a strong academic background with multiple degrees and certifications. She earned a Maîtrise en droit (LL. M.) in fiscalité and a D.E.S.S. in fiscalité from HEC Montréal. She also holds a Diploma in Public Accountancy - Chartered Accountancy from McGill University, a Bachelor of Commerce in Accountancy from Concordia University, and a DEC in Commerce from Marianopolis College. These credentials qualify her highly in the fields of accounting and tax law.
Professional Certifications
Vania is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Accountant (CA). These professional designations, combined with her LL.M. in fiscalité, underscore her specialization in tax law. Her certifications validate her expertise in both accounting and taxation, allowing her to navigate complex tax regulations and provide valuable insights to her clients and employers.