Melissa Destefano

Melissa DeStefano, CPA (US), CPA-CA (Canada), CIA, currently serves as the VP of Finance and Accounting at Smashtech, where responsibilities include leading financial operations, overseeing compliance, managing month-end close processes, and providing strategic guidance on financial decision-making and M&A activities. Previously, at The Control Group Media Company, Inc., Melissa held the role of Accounting Manager, managing month-end reconciliations and recommending internal control enhancements. Experienced in auditing, Melissa worked at Encore Capital Group as an Auditor in Risk and Audit Management, focusing on SOX compliance and internal controls. Earlier experience at Air Canada involved financial reporting and internal audit functions, ensuring compliance with IFRS and conducting various audits. Melissa holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and a Bachelor's Degree in General Arts from the University of Ottawa.