Laurent Brunet-Schmidt

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Laurent Brunet-Schmidt

ANALYTICAL, CURIOUS, INNOVATIVE.

Laurent’s curiosity has led him to start his career in the industry while combining his training in music, economics and accounting. This diverse background enables him to develop innovative viewpoints, making him a trusted advisor. He understands the importance of quality financial information for his clients to help them make decisions and meet the expectations of their stakeholders.

For almost 10 years, Laurent has been providing audit consulting services at Richter to clients with complex issues, such as public companies, venture capital companies, not-for-profit organizations and pension plans. He also provides consulting services for financial reporting, such as for transitions to IFRS standards, the application of standards related to leases, future taxes and business combinations. With his expertise and his in-depth knowledge of accounting and auditing, he is able to anticipate problems and propose targeted solutions, all while having an overview of the situation.

Laurent has also been involved with various national committees and working groups in recent years and was a professional exam corrector at HEC Montréal from 2013 to 2015. Since 2019, he has been treasurer of the Montréal Centre for Contemporary Textiles, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide professional training in textile design and manufacturing techniques.

FIELDS OF EXPERTISE

  • Audit and certification
  • Public companies
  • Litigation support

INDUSTRIES

  • Business combination
  • Manufacturing & distribution
  • Health services
  • Retail
  • Not-for-profit organizations

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

  • Specialized Graduate Diploma (D.E.S.S.) – Citation of Excellence
    HEC Montréal, 2013
  • Bachelor of Economic Sciences,
    Université de Montréal, 2010

PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

  • CPA Canada Quality Assurance Manual Working Group
    • Member 2022
  • Montréal Centre For Contemporary Textiles
    • Treasurer Since 2019
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
    • Member Since 2014
  • HEC Montreal
    • Professional Exam Checker, 2013 to 2015

PUBLIC RECOGNITION

  • Co-author: “Navigating the COVID-19 Relief Measures available to property owners and tenants,” Espace Montréal, volume 30, #1.  2021