Katie Smith, CPA, CA

Katie Smith, CPA, CA has a diverse work experience spanning over 15 years. Katie is currently serving as the Director of Finance at Power To Be Adventure Therapy since March 2020. Prior to this, they held the position of Finance Manager at the same organization from June 2019 to March 2020.

Before joining Power To Be Adventure Therapy, Katie worked at Deloitte Canada as a Tax Manager from August 2018 to June 2019. Prior to that, they served as a Senior Tax Analyst from June 2015 to August 2018.

Their career began at Trenholme & Company, Chartered Accountants, where they worked as a Staff Accountant from September 2012 to June 2015. Prior to this, Katie gained experience as an Assistant of Associate Director at UBC REC from 2010 to 2011.

Earlier in their career, Katie was actively involved in leadership roles at Recreation Oak Bay. Katie served as a Summer Camp Director, After School Care Leader, and Daycare Leader from 2008 to 2011.

Katie started their professional journey as a Secretarial Assistant at Trenholme & Company, Chartered Accountants in 2005, where they served till 2010.

Overall, Katie has a strong background in finance, accounting, and management, with a focus on tax. Their experience in various roles at different organizations showcases their dedication, adaptability, and expertise in the field.

Katie Smith, CPA, CA has an extensive education history. In 2008, they attended the University of Victoria and studied Social Sciences for one year. Following this, they enrolled in Camosun College in 2009 and pursued Business Administration for a year. In 2010, they joined UBC Sauder School of Business and graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, majoring in Accounting in 2012.

Afterwards, Katie obtained the title of CPA, CA in 2015 from Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia. Katie furthered their education by attending the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course from 2017 to 2020, specializing in tax studies.

In addition to their educational qualifications, Katie has earned additional certifications. In 2015, they gained a CPA, CA designation from Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia. Subsequently, in 2020, they completed the Not-For-Profit Certificate from Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada.