Zahra Baghdadi
My journey in finance began with a degree in Finance and Accounting from Queensland University of Technology, followed by earning my CPA designation in Australia. Early in my career, I refined my expertise at Alliance Insurance, mastering key aspects of accounting and finance.
After relocating to Canada, I successfully obtained my CPA designations in Alberta and British Columbia, navigating the challenges of different provincial requirements with ease.
Fueled by a passion for empowering small businesses and startups, I founded Crunch TimeZ, a boutique firm specializing in fractional CFO services. In this role, I provide strategic financial leadership, optimize cash flows, and drive profitability for our clients. My data-driven approach has been instrumental in steering numerous businesses toward financial stability and sustainable growth.
As a mentor, I am committed to guiding aspiring CPAs and accounting professionals. By sharing the strategies and insights I've developed over the years, I help others confidently navigate the CPA journey, from exam preparation to career development. My mission is to empower the next generation of accounting professionals to not only achieve their CPA designation but also to excel in their careers.
As a mentor, I can offer advice on the following:
✅ CPA licensing pathways
✅ Professional Education Program (PEP) preparation and resources
✅ Mutual recognition agreement to expedite licensing
✅ Transferring licenses from other provinces
✅ Reporting your work experience with the: Practical Experience Reporting Tool (PERT)
✅ The Common Final Examination (CFE) preparation and practice resources
✅ Accounting and finance career pathways in Canada
Book a session with me
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15 min
Quick introduction: meet the mentor, preliminary conversation, identify a way forward
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60 min
More extensive mentorship sessions with focus on specific licensing or career goals
All sessions are conducted virtually
Why MentoRack?
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Experienced practitioners
MentoRack's mentors are internationally educated professionals who successfully gained license to practice in Canada. They understand the licensing journey and are able to share their success stories.
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Multiple spoken languages
MentoRack's professional mentors speak different languages which enables them to communicate their journey and experiences with mentees with confidence and clarity.
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Provincial licensing knowledge
Our experienced professional mentors are licensed in all Canadian provinces and therefore aware of provincial licensing bodies. They share provincially-specific experiences and offer local advices.
Book a free consultation
If you are not sure which mentor to choose, or want to learn how MentoRack works, book a free phone consultation with us now.