JAEYOUNG JEONG
San Jose,CA
Summary
Results-driven accounting professional with extensive experience at Six Flags Entertainment Corporation. Proven expertise in financial statement analysis and account reconciliation, complemented by strong leadership skills. Successfully managed complex audits at Deloitte, enhancing internal controls and compliance with GAAP. Adept at utilizing advanced Excel functions to streamline financial processes and improve accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Accountant II
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Santa Clara, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial accounting entries for assigned regional properties to ensure timely closing schedules are maintained
- Prepare G/L account reconciliations as assigned by the Corporate Manager - Regional Financial Accounting
- Partner with other shared service functions to ensure transactions posted are accurate and timely
- Build relationships and liaison with park operating associates to ensure operational activity is accurately reflected in the financial statements
- Follow and enforce compliance of professional accounting standards and best practices in accordance with GAAP
- Follow internal control processes, policies, and procedures
- Provide accounting information and documentation to internal and external auditors as requested
- Assist in hiring and/or training of seasonal and part-time financial accounting staff
- Assist in developing all shared accounting services team members, provide ongoing training and maintain strong associate relationships
- Responsibilities may occasionally require an adjusted work schedule to meet certain deadlines
- This may include mandatory overtime and/or evening/weekend hours except where prohibited by law
- Adhere to and enforce all Cedar Fair policies and procedures, including safety, attendance and EEO policies, and will demonstrate commitment to Cedar Fair core values and Cedar Fair cornerstones
Audit Senior Assistant
Deloitte
San Jose, CA
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Performed + 5 audits with different engagement teams to successfully complete complex, multi-faceted audits
- Contributed to teamwork by effectively communicating with more than 2 seniors, managers and a partner
- Trained and supervised 2 first-year staffs, helping them learn new skills and increasing to the overall performance of the engagement teams
- Successfully managed audit engagement process from planning to reporting to archiving within budgeted hours and costs, maximizing the work efficiency within tight deadlines
- Implemented new accounting standards by extensive research on current accounting regulations and principles, such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, GAAP, IFRS, ASC, and other relevant standards
- Conducted efficient audits by utilizing software tools such as Microsoft Excel, to analyze financial data quickly and accurately
- Performed journal entry testing and substantial testing on various general ledger accounts including Revenue, Investment, etc
- Identified and addressed external clients' financial, fraud risks, and compliance issues through inquiries of clients and proposed mitigation strategies to the management
- Performed financial statement audits for clients from small to large size, private and public companies, in various industries from technology, software, IT, and healthcare science
- Prepared audit working papers and + 5 detailed audit reports to present audit results and recommendations to the clients' management, which also led to the clients' enhanced internal controls
- Reviewed general ledger transactions to identify errors or irregular entries, and assessed accounting systems and business controls
- Assessed and analyzed financial statements including the balance sheet and the income statement, for mistakes and inaccuracies
- Reviewed clients' financial reports created from accounting software such as Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, etc
- To reconcile general ledger balances to external reports such as bank statements on a quarterly/monthly basis
- Developed professional relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication during audit engagements
- Demonstrated professionalism in all interactions with clients, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to ethical standards at all times
- Participated in continuous education to enhance professional skills and stay current on industry' best practices related to auditing techniques and methodologies
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Sofia University
Palo Alto, CA03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05.2022
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA05.2020
Skills
- Spreadsheet
- Basic Audit Principles
- Account Reconciliation Proficiency
- Bank Reconciliations Expertise
- Microsoft Office Expertise
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Accounting Software Systems
- Records Maintenance and Assessment
- Financial Statements Review and Analysis
- Internal controls evaluation
- Risk Assessment Techniques
- Auditing and Attestation
- Data Collection
- Leadership and Supervision
- Presentation and Reporting
- Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
- Professional Skepticism
- GAAP understanding
- Status Reports
- Audit documentation preparation
- Revenue recognition principles
- Advanced Mathematics
- Financial Data Analysis
- Financial accounting
- Attention to detail
- Year-end closing
- Team collaboration
- Monthly journal entries
- Monthly account / bank reconciliation
- Month-end closing
- General ledger accounting
- GAAP application
Certification
CPA, 155299, 02/01/24
Hobbies and Interests
- Self-Study & Learning in Accounting and Finance Area
- Self-development & Self-care
- Motivating others
- Reading
Languages
Korean, Native/Bilingual
Leadership Experience
Treasurer, Braven Club at San Jose State University, 01/01/21, 01/01/22, Collaborated with 10+ officers to brainstorm and implement projects such as club merchandise and raffle contests., Developed skills critical to succeed in the 21st-century workforce such as effective communication, operating and managing, and problem solving., Created a personal career timeline and college roadmap to stay on track in pursuing career goals., Built a prototype of online surveys form for Cisco that could be used to retain its current diverse talents.
Languages
Korean
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Accountant II
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
07.2024 - Current
Audit Senior Assistant
Deloitte
09.2022 - 03.2024
Master of Business Administration -
Sofia University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
San Jose State University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Santa Rosa Junior College
Similar Profiles
Kimberly SpuccesKimberly Spucces
Key Account Manager at Six Flags Entertainment CorporationKey Account Manager at Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Jake A. JonesJake A. Jones
Revenue Manager at Six Flags Entertainment CorporationRevenue Manager at Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
David J. HartmanDavid J. Hartman
Revenue Accountant at Six Flags Entertainment CorpRevenue Accountant at Six Flags Entertainment Corp