Julie van Kessel Cga

Julie van Kessel CGA, CPA is an experienced finance and operations professional currently serving as the Director of Finance and Operations at NEXT Canada since November 2021. In this role, responsibilities include oversight of finance, HR, and office management, along with end-to-end budgeting and corporate governance. Previous positions include VP Finance & CFO at Black Card Books, where significant achievements involved restructuring business models and enhancing internal controls during the COVID recovery. Julie has a strong background as a freelance financial manager and controller in various organizations, notably improving cash forecasting, revenue recognition, and financial processes across multiple sectors, including digital media, entertainment, and IT services. Julie holds CPA and CGA designations and a Business Administration degree in Accounting from Fanshawe College.