Mengyao (Sarah) Sun

*** **** ***, *** *********, CA 94118 • 415-***-**** • acgqje@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA Expected April 2015

• Master of Science in Taxation. GPA: 3.5

• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam

Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA Dec 2013

• Master of Accountancy. GPA: 3.1

Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang, Liaoning (China) Aug. 2005 – Aug. 2009

• Food Science and Engineering. GPA: 3.8

EXPERIENCE

Campus Representative, Roger CPA Review, San Francisco, CA Jan 2014 - Present

• Develop campus-wide campaign promoting diversity efforts on campus, such as liaising with

accounting/tax clubs, Ascend GGU, and business-related departments.

• Seized the promoting opportunity by acquiring the continued partnership with a professional

association.

Accountant Intern, Life Realty, Inc., San Pablo, CA April 2013 - Aug 2013

• Managed over 30 accounts including payroll, accounts receivables/payable and billings.

• Mediated between tenants and owners to resolve existing and potential problems.

• Trained 2 new interns by using excellent communication skills.

Tax Preparer, B.O.L Global, Inc., San Francisco, CA Nov 2012 - March 2013

• Prepared federal and state income tax returns for individuals.

• Interviewed clients over the phone to verify and update information on their tax returns.

LEADERSHIP

Founder/President, Ascend GGU Master Program Jan 2014 - Present

Founded the 1st Ascend student chapter in the Bay Area for graduate students.

• Teamed with a faculty advisor and three officers to provide a professional networking environment and

leadership skills for our members at Golden Gate University.

• Represented the program and promoted the value of Ascend GGU, resulting in a 10% increase in

membership.

• Led regular meetings with officers by delivering the faculty advisor’s suggestions, sharing ideas, and

solving challenges for upcoming events.

• Coordinated speakers and host events.

• Solved difficult and complex problems by preparing alternative plans and adapting processes to the

new conditions.

• Helped over 50 students connect with Ascend professionals.

SKILLS

Computer Skills: Proficient in Tax Research software (CCH and RIA Checkpoint), Microsoft Office Suite

including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Language: Proficient in speaking and writing Chinese (Mandarin)

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