1. Cynthia Beeman
722 Tweedsmuir Ave
Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 5P9
e-mail: beemancpa@gmail.com
Tel: (613) 421-0057
PROFILE
Experienced public sector financial management expert with over 30 years experience in program
operations and financial management with the Government of Canada. Extensive international
experience and a proven track record of delivering results in a high profile environment. Certified Master
CFO by the Chartered Professional Accountants Association of Canada.
SKILLS SUMMARY
 Leadership of complex, multi-disciplinary teams to achieve cost effective results
 Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CMA), with extensive experience in financial and
program reporting
 Ability to formulate and negotiate strategies for the implementation of programs and projects
 Ability to effectively problem resolve and negotiate operational and financial issues
 Ability to provide professional stewardship of resources
 Ability to work with other cultures
 Excellent communication skills in both English and French
CONSULTING EXPERIENCE
April to June 2016
Title of Project: Green Climate Fund
Client: CRC Sogema
Terms of Reference:
 Research and provide advice on access to UN Green Climate Fund.
 Provide briefing and advice to client on the Fund.
June 2016 – present
Title of Project: Senior Financial Specialist for Budget Management Framework
Client: Administrative Tribunals Support Services Canada
Terms of Reference :
 Developed a Budget Management Policy for a new federal department which was created from
the consolidation of 11 federal Tribunals.
 Provide strategic advice to the client on best practices in budget management.
 Developing directives and guidelines to support the Budget Management Policy.

2. EXPERIENCE – GOVERNMENT OF CANADA
Military Grievances External Review Committee (2012-2015)
Executive Director
 As the sole executive in the organization, planned and directed all corporate services to support the
work of the Committee, a micro-agency. I provided strategic advice to senior management on a wide
range of responsibilities, including strategic planning, communications, financial management, human
resources, and IM/IT. I led the development of reports and briefings to the Chairperson and
Executive Committee on all strategic and corporate matters.
 Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer for the
organization.
 Provided technical advice on the requirements of the Financial Administration Act, the Federal
Accountability Act, and Central Agency policies and regulations.
Canadian International Development Agency
Director General, Operations, Geographic Programs Branch (2010-2012)
 Directed the stewardship of branch financial and human resources, including an annual budget of
$1.3 billion and staff of 640 at headquarters and in developing countries.
 Led the analysis and recommendations of operational aspects of Canada’s bilateral development
programming including financial, contracting and results reporting.
 Led the Business Modernization Initiative for GPB including the decentralization of program
operations and the implementation of new processes.
Executive Director, Operations – Afghanistan Task Force (2007-2010)
 Led the planning, design and implementation and monitoring of Canada’s international development
projects in Afghanistan.
 Coordinated Canada’s international development programming with DFATD, DND, RCMP and the
Canadian Armed Forces.
 Provided analysis, briefings and reports to senior management of inter-departmental committees as
well as the CIDA’s Deputy Minister and senior management committees.
 Negotiated contracts and contribution agreements of up to $50 million with various implementing
partners from the private sector, non-governmental organizations, and international organizations.
Industry Canada
Senior Advisor, Strategic Planning and Communications, Industry Sector (2006-2007)
 Directed Industry Sector’s strategic and business planning activities, resource management and
performance measurement initiatives.
 Formulated and implemented communications policies and strategies and directed the development
of promotional products to support the programs and initiatives of the branch.
 Led Industry Sector’s service delivery to businesses via the web; providing the governance
framework for the development and operations of the Sector’s web site, Strategis.
Director-General, Financial Planning and Investments, Comptrollership and Administration Sector
(2005-2006)
 Provided strategic financial advice to the Minister, Deputy Minister and senior management.
 Directed the financial planning, analysis and reporting to senior management and central agencies .
 Managed Program and Services Board Secretariat, which is the departmental center of expertise on
program investments, and integrity review and quality assurance on significant program investments.

3.  Managed Loan Insurance programs and recoveries on defaulted contribution agreements.
Justice Canada (2002-2006)
Director, Financial Management
 As the senior Full-Time Financial Officer for the Department of Justice Canada, I provided oversight
to DOJ’s financial management and accounting programs including, accounts payable, grants and
contributions, revenue and expenditure management according to professional standards.
 Managed the departmental financial management system (SAP), co-chair of the IFMS Steering
Committee.
 Managed the departmental resource management system, the analysis of current and future year
funding requirements and made strategic recommendations to the Deputy Minister and other senior
managers on resource allocation issues.
 Directed the preparation of departmental financial statements, Public Accounts and statistical reports.
Ensured sound and appropriate financial management and accounting practices for all financial
transactions of DOJ in accordance with the Financial Administration Act and the government’s
Financial Information Strategy and other relevant legislation and policies.
Canadian International Development Agency (1989-2002)
Assistant Director, Operations, Mainland Southeast Asia, Asia Branch (1995-2002)
 Directed the bilateral development assistance programs including project identification, planning,
design and results assessment of multi-sectoral programs and projects
 Managed the human, financial and physical resources of the Mainland Southeast Asia Program,
including Viet Nam, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia and Laos with an overall aid budget of
approximately $25 million per year.
 Planned and managed large complex bilateral projects involving multi-disciplinary teams, primarily in
the areas of private sector development and financial reform.
 Assessed project proposals and negotiated legal agreements with Canadian and international
partners.
Financial Management Advisor, Asia Branch (1992-1995)
 Provided financial management services to Asia Branch program and project managers at
headquarters and in the field including the design and implementation of financial reporting systems
 Monitored the application of financial management regulations and policies to activities of the branch,
and provided advice on financial policy issues.
 Advised and coordinated budgetary reduction exercise and rebalancing of operating and program
budgets.
Senior Financial Policy Analyst, Comptroller’s Branch (1989-1995)
 Developed financial policies and procedures for application across CIDA
 Interpreted and implemented new financial policies in compliance with Central Agency requirements
 Designed, directed and managed the implementation of modifications to CIDA information systems.
Energy Mines and Resources (1983-1989)
Chief, Accounting Operations, CANMET (1987-1989)
 Managed all aspects of accounting operations for a large scientific research organization with 1000
employees.
 Implemented revised financial practices such as cost recovery in compliance with Central Agency
criteria.

4. Chief, Financial Planning, CANMET (1984-1987)
 Led the financial planning and budgetary control for the branch.
 Revised and implemented costing methodology for full cost recovery of scientific services provided to
the private sector.
 Advised on Treasury Board Submissions for grant and contribution funding.
Agriculture Canada (1981-1983)
Budget Officer, Farm Income Services Branch (1982-1983)
 Prepared financial planning documents for branch including input to Main Estimates and Multi-Year
Operational Plans.
Financial Officer Recruitment and Development Program (1981-1982)
 While completing rotational assignments in the areas of financial planning, accounting operations,
and financial policy and systems, develop a broad understanding of departmental financial
management practices.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Canadian Association of International Development Professionals
July 2015
Master CFO – 2014
Society of Management Accountants
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA,CMA) - 1983
Society of Management Accountants of Ontario
Bachelor of Business Administration - 1981
University of Ottawa
REFERENCES
Available upon request