Melissa Bateman

Melissa Bateman, CPA, has over 10 years of work experience in finance and accounting. Melissa is currently the Director of Finance and Controller at Northern Commerce, a position they have held since July 2023. Prior to that, they were the Financial Controller at the same company from June 2020 to July 2023.

Before joining Northern Commerce, Melissa worked at Arcane, starting as a Co-op Student at Dean Titus CA in 2010. Melissa then worked as an Accounting Assistant at Harrison Pensa LLP from 2011 to 2012. In 2013, they joined General Dynamics Land Systems as a Cost and Scheduling Analyst and later moved to Budweiser Gardens as an Accounting Assistant and Bartender.

Melissa's experience also includes roles at Larlyn Property Management Ltd. as a Senior Property Accountant and Accounting Manager of Residential Services, as well as Amy K White Chartered Professional Accounting Corporation where they served as a Senior Staff Accountant & Manager of Operations. Melissa started their career as an Accounting Coordinator at Arcane and eventually became an Assistant Controller at the same company.

Throughout their career, Melissa has demonstrated strong financial expertise and leadership skills, making their a valuable asset to any organization.

Melissa Bateman, CPA, has a comprehensive education history in the field of accounting. Melissa began their academic journey at Fanshawe College, where they pursued a degree in Business- Accounting from 2009 to 2012. Following this, they continued their studies at Fanshawe College and specialized in Business Administration- Accounting, graduating in 2013. In 2015, Melissa enrolled at Fanshawe College once again, this time completing an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting and Finance the following year.

In 2015, Melissa also pursued further education at CPA Ontario, although specific degree or field of study information is not available.

In terms of additional certifications, Melissa Bateman obtained their CPA certification from the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) in February 2020. There is also a mention of a "BAA" designation, but no further details or institution information is provided.