Pammi Vickers Cpa, Cma
About Pammi Vickers Cpa, Cma
Pammi Vickers is a Controller for the Petroleum Division at UFA Co-operative Ltd in Calgary, Canada, where she has worked since 2011. She has extensive experience in accounting and financial management, having previously held positions at Trimac Transportation and NewsWest Inc.
Current Role at UFA
Pammi Vickers serves as the Controller for the Petroleum Division at UFA Co-operative Ltd, a position she has held since 2011. In this role, she oversees financial operations within the division, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with accounting standards. Vickers manages a team responsible for various financial functions, including commodity tax reporting and financial analysis. She plays a crucial role in enhancing reporting accuracy and flexibility through the implementation of new systems in Hyperion, which aids senior management in decision-making.
Previous Experience at Trimac Transportation
Pammi Vickers has a background in payroll accounting from her time at Trimac Transportation. She worked as a Payroll Coordinator from 1998 to 1999 and then advanced to the role of Assistant Manager, Payroll Accounting from 1999 to 2001. During her tenure, she gained valuable experience in payroll processes and financial management, contributing to her expertise in accounting.
Experience at NewsWest Inc
Before joining UFA, Pammi Vickers served as the Controller at NewsWest Inc from 2009 to 2011. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations. Her experience at NewsWest further solidified her skills in financial management and reporting.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Pammi Vickers earned a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) Degree in Accounting from the University of Manitoba, where she studied from 1991 to 1995. She furthered her education by completing a program at CMA Alberta from 2000 to 2002, obtaining her CMA designation. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices.
Key Responsibilities and Contributions
In her current role, Pammi Vickers is responsible for managing financial analysis and contractor commission reporting. She works closely with both internal and external auditors to evaluate internal controls and ensure proper documentation for financial assets. Additionally, she plays a significant role in implementing tax strategies for commodity taxes and resolving process issues that impact the Petroleum and Finance teams.