Finance Officer

Hamza Farah

University of Toronto, Class of 2025

Pronouns: he/him/lui

Education (Prior to pharmacy school): Biomedical Sciences – University of Ottawa

3 adjectives to describe yourself: adventurous, friendly, and adaptable.

Why did you join CAPSI?

I joined CAPSI this year to be part of a dynamic community that advocates for pharmacy students and the profession. I am eager to contribute to the organization’s initiatives and support my fellow students. I’m also looking forward to meet likeminded students across the country.

If you were to name something living in your possession (eg. baby, pet, etc) after a drug what would you choose?

Clara-Tin Farah; nicknames Clara or Tiny

finance@capsi.ca

Duties for Finance Officer

Deposit and carry out all the banking activities for CAPSI National.
To formulate a budget for the year, based on last year’s resources and expenditures.
To maintain accurate records of all transactions involving CAPSI National.
Update the Finance Manual as necessary
To promptly reimburse all General Council members upon receiving receipts.
To maintain close contact with the current and two (2) upcoming PDW Committees regarding financial affairs
Advise and inform the General and Executive Council in financial matters concerning the association.
To select an auditor for the Year End financial records reviews and negotiate a suitable fee for service
Act as the Chairperson of the CAPSI Finance Committee (Section7.2)
Actively participate in the CAPSI Ethics Committee (Section 7.7)
Submit articles of national student interest and an update of activities to CAPSIL
Participate as an active member of the National Council, offering feedback and input on any issues and discussions that arise.
Ensure CAPSI’s books have been closed for the previous fiscal year prior to the CPhA Conference
Attend meetings and prepare and distribute reports at two meetings: PDW and the TC prior to the CPhA Conference. Reports may be made throughout the year to inform the National Council as needed.
Use the checklist approach to keep track of tasks that have been completed, are in progress, and have been completed

Valuable Skills & Traits

Accounting and record-keeping experience
Experience with any computer programs that facilitate record maintenance, organization, and time management skills