A demonstrated working history of overall 8+ years in accounting operations, including 4 years in public accounting and 4+ years in government accounting, with 3+ years supervising subordinate staff
In-depth knowledge of financial accounting analysis and financial reporting, audit processes, and risk controls
Collaborate effectively cross-functionally in a rapidly changing environment by developing action plans to prioritize and execute tasks for multiple engagements while achieving challenging deadlines
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1654 - Accountant III
Controller’s Office-City & County of San Francisco
10.2019 - Current
Manage complex accounting transactions and analytical work for accounting operations and financial reporting related to grants reconciliation, cost allocation, accounts payables, abatements, contracts certification, project funding and closeouts, procurement & encumbrances, revenue accrual and recognition, and fixed assets capitalization, in conformance with established policies and procedures
Analyze and reconcile financial systems records and accounts; prepare journal entries and period-end to prepare for the annual year-end closing process and audit documentation
Coordinate the preparation, production, and distribution of the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Construct highly complex and diversified financial reports, such as governmental fund and government-wide financial statements in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Provide technical accounting guidance and assistance to assigned City’s departments, monitor the accounting activities within assigned funds to ensure conformance with budget and fiscal requirements
Investigate City’s ordinance; develop work plans and objectives; supervise, conduct meetings to train and instruct subordinates in fiscal policy and complex financial system transactions, and review staff work
Senior Assurance Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
01.2016 - 10.2019
Coordinated and oversaw aspects of the audit engagement including financial statement and internal control audits, business, and performance reporting
Reviewed audit work papers, prepared documentation, and presented audit findings and identified matters
Performed Balance Sheet and Income Statement analytics, reconciliation, and consolidation
Interacted closely with treasury, accounting, tax, FP&A, legal, banks, third parties, specialists and experts to conform with existing fiscal and legal standards
Planning, development, and evaluation of legislative and administrative policy, budget, and economic analysis
Carried out and coordinated initiatives and directives while coaching and supervising subordinate staff
Assisted with the development and review of accounting policies and procedures, and with the analysis, interpretation, and implementation of new accounting requirements (e.g., ASC 606 Revenue Recognition)
Internal Auditor
Santander Bank Us
Boston, MA
06.2015 - 08.2015
Objectively assessed and identified the company’s significant risks to reduce business and financial risks through effective risk management implementation and monitoring of internal controls
Provided guidance on financial accuracy, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
Developed and maintained internal audit policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP
Financial Services Specialist
Berklee College of Music, Northeastern University
Boston, MA
01.2015 - 06.2015
Researched and supported the planning and budgeting system by performing quantitatively and qualitatively statistical analysis for recommendations and improvements
Analyzed the trends in student enrollments, achievement, and grant performance of effectiveness
Managed Grant, State, and Federal Reports for compliance with requirements and accountability
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Suffolk University
Boston, MA
05-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
Guangdong University of Finance
Guangzhou
05-2011
Skills
Auditing
Regulatory Compliance
GAAP Accounting
Financial Planning
PeopleSoft
Superior Attention to Detail
MS Office Suite
Analytical Research
Financial Statements
Account Reconciliation
Internal Controls
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Financial Reporting
Year-End Close
Variance Analysis
Budget Analysis
Financial Analysis
General Ledger Accounting
Certification
Certified Public Accountant of California - License Number 143960
Certified Public Accountant of Massachusetts - License Number 60868
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
1654 - Accountant III
Controller’s Office-City & County of San Francisco