October 29, 2025, 12-1PM EST. 

Audits aren’t easy especially in higher ed, where resources are limited and documentation isn’t always complete. This session will look at common challenges like in-kind contributions, missing backup, and last-minute auditor requests.
We will share some practical tips based on real experience what’s worked, what hasn’t, and a few ways to make the process a bit less stressful and more manageable for your team.
Presented by: Angela Zeno, Melissa Squires and Donna Walker
Angela Zeno
Angela Zeno is a long-time leader in CARA's finance community and has been recognized for her achievements in welcoming new colleagues to CARA, co-developing conferences workshops for fellow finance experts, and presenting research finance webinars to our membership. Angela is a networking catalyst among research finance professionals and she has helped created a collegial, dynamic community of her peers.

Melissa Squires

Melissa Squires has been a member of CARA for over 16 years. She presents and facilitates finance sessions at the CARA regional and national conferences.  She feels that CARA it is a great way to network and share best practices with your colleagues from all across Canada.Melissa is currently the Manager of Research Accounting at Memorial University and has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Memorial University and a CPA, CGA designation.

Donna Walker 

Donna Walker is the Director, Research Financial Reporting and Audit at University of Toronto, and has been with the University since 2012. Prior to that, Donna was the Assistant Comptroller, McMaster University Faculty of Health Sciences for 13 years. In her capacity as Director she is responsible financial reporting and audits of all research funding received at University of Toronto. Her office also works with other Central Divisional units at University of Toronto in the administration of research grants, and lends support to Principal Investigators in the financial administration of their awards.


Date de l'événement: 29 oct. 2025 | Ville: | Site / Liue: Online