Lai Na Wong
Sr. Accountant
Livermore,California
Summary
An accounting professional with more than five years of accounting and financial management experience in the United State retail and wholesale industry, and more than ten years of accounting and administrative management experience in a listed company in the cleaning services management in Hong Kong. Additionally, a hands-on manager has proven skills in financial analysis, accounting system control, loan accounting, organization, team training monitoring, general ledger reconciliation, and operational improvement. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Prince Of Peace Enterprises., Inc.
Livermore, United States
08.2017 - Current
- Lead and manage the month-end close process efficiently.
- Reconciled and reviewed operations databases and accounting system records to calculate and determine accurate monthly revenues.
- Supervise accounting staff in the performance of their duties, which include accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Managed a team of accountants to ensure accuracy of all financial transactions.
- Oversaw daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies, including revenue recognition, billing, general ledger entries, journal entries, fixed assets, and preparation of the schedule.
- Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations for accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for decision-making.
- Monitor and reconcile bank accounts: manage cash flow forecasting.
- Ensured timely payment of invoices from vendors or suppliers according to contractual agreements.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Provided guidance on taxes, such as income tax returns, and sales tax returns.
- Quarterly filing and record keeping of the company's sales and use tax returns.
- Analyzed financial data, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve profitability.
- Delivered actionable recommendations to enhance strategic direction and day-to-day accounting operations.
- Identified areas of improvement in the existing accounting system and recommended changes accordingly.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and collection.
- Prepared financial statements and reports for management review, and reported to the financial controller.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Annual filing and record-keeping of Form 1099, Form 571L, and a business license.
- Assist in annual external audits and preparation of supporting schedules, along with an explanation of variances as needed.
Education
Computerized Accounting Certificate - Advanced Accounting
Cal Lion Institute
EI Monte, CA04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance
University of Greenwich
London, UK03.2013
Skills
- General ledger maintenance
- Organizational skills
- Analytical skills
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Supervision and leadership
- Teamwork skills
- Sage Accounting Software
- Microsoft Dynamics GP
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- GAAP
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Prince Of Peace Enterprises., Inc.
08.2017 - Current
Computerized Accounting Certificate - Advanced Accounting
Cal Lion Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance
University of Greenwich
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