Jiajuan Zhong
Bentonville,US
Summary
Results-driven accounting and finance professional with over 7 years of diverse industry experience seeking a challenging role to leverage financial management, team leadership, and effective accounting strategies. Proven track record of optimizing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and implementing strategic initiatives for increased efficiency. Adept at analyzing complex financial data, providing valuable insights, and driving organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting & Finance Manager
Strategic Alliances, Inc
Rogers, AR
08.2022 - Current
- Led month-end and year-end closing for 5+ companies, reporting directly to the CFO
- Managed GL details, inventory, freight, duty, sales, AR/AP, profit and loss, and balance sheet components
- Supervised daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring precise financial reporting
- Analyzed accounting data for multiple companies, producing comprehensive financial reports
- Implemented FP&A methodologies, providing strategic insights
- Established and enforced accounting methods, policies, and principles for new customers worth $200+ million
- Coordinated quarterly and annual audits, supporting IPO initiatives
- Provided recommendations, resulting in over $500k savings on tariff and duty expenses
- Implemented system improvements, maintained fiscal files, and ensured compliance
- Collaborated cross-functionally to resolve complex accounting issues
- Supervised a team of 5+ employees, fostering positive professional relationships.
Accounting Manager
One Source International
Knoxville, TN
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed month-end and year-end closing, producing accurate financial reports
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, and reconciled corporate balance sheet accounts
- Controlled Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, reconciling various accounts
- Tracked containers, confirmed tariff and duty with forwarders, saving over $1 million
- Developed Annual Budgeting, prepared financials, and communicated results effectively.
Accountant and General Manager Assistant
One Source International
Knoxville, TN
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Organized files, controlled Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
- Supported audits, provided recommendations for data analysis improvement
- Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts, trained employees, and coordinated payroll.
Co-Founder/Co-Owner
Shining Nails & Spa
Rogers, AR
01.2020 - Current
- Managed business inquiries, developed standard operating procedures
- Controlled company finances, surpassed annual revenue goals.
Bookkeeper/Receptionist
Lux Nails & Spa
Rogers, AR
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Front desk management, daily transaction oversight.
International Department Associate
Sinogate Education Group
Guangzhou, China
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Designed websites and maintained regular updates.
Education
Executive MBA -
University of Arkansas - Sam M. Walton College of Business
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration - Accounting
University of Arkansas - Sam M. Walton College of Business
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration -
Arkansas State University
Skills
- Bank Account Reconciliations
- Closing Procedures
- Forecasting
- Payroll Management
- Financial Management
- General Ledger Accounting
- Financial Data Analysis
- Financial Auditing
- Reporting
- Inventory Auditing
- Process Improvement
- Cost Reduction
- Budget Development
- Budget Management
- Financial Reporting
- Statement Review
- AP and AR Management
- Account Reconciliation
- SQL
- Python
- Pivot Table
- Power BI
- Stat Tool
Leadership Experience
Membership Chair Officer, Chinese Student Scholar Association (CSSA), Fayetteville, AR, 05/2017–05/2018, Guided and supported 45+ new students., Promoted Chinese cultural awareness, organized 15+ events.
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Cantonese (Fluent)
- Mandarin (Fluent)
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Accounting & Finance Manager
Strategic Alliances, Inc
08.2022 - Current
Accounting Manager
One Source International
01.2022 - 07.2022
Accountant and General Manager Assistant
One Source International
12.2020 - 01.2022
Co-Founder/Co-Owner
Shining Nails & Spa
01.2020 - Current
Bookkeeper/Receptionist
Lux Nails & Spa
06.2018 - 12.2019
International Department Associate
Sinogate Education Group
07.2015 - 08.2015
Executive MBA -
University of Arkansas - Sam M. Walton College of Business
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration - Accounting
University of Arkansas - Sam M. Walton College of Business
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration -
Arkansas State University
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