KAREN TUEY
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Monterey Park, CA 91754 *****.****@*****.***
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OBJECTIVE
To be the Staff Accountant at AIDS Healthcare Foundation by applying my accounting background and analytical skills
where project estimating, budget control and cost control is involved.
EDUCATION
California State Polytechnic Pomona June 2004
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration
Major: Accounting
Emphasis: Managerial Accounting
Course studies include Controllership, Cost Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Tax Accounting, Intermediate Accounting,
Advanced Accounting Information Systems, Auditing, Law for Accountants, Money and Banking, Finance Real Estate
and Law, Principals of Management, Operations Management, Principals of Marketing Management
WORK EXPERIENCE
Volunteer Tax Preparation Assistant 2009 & 2010
The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA), Los Angeles
• Assist in the preparation of basic tax returns for the low income and elderly community by applying
fundamental concepts of taxation
• Obtain knowledge of individual income, employment and excise tax rules, special credits and regulations
Staff Accountant 2005-2009
Marsh McLennan, Los Angeles
• Resolve banking discrepancies, maintenance of checks and resolving match pay differences
• Reconcile accounts through general ledger, balance sheet and profit & loss statements; maintain general
ledger accounts such as prepaid supplies & licenses and depreciation through aging schedules
• Perform a variety of routine accounting-related tasks in accordance with established corporate
standard policies and procedures
• Conduct account analysis & produce cash flow statements, intercompany invoices and monthly journal
entries in relation to assigned cost centers
• Assist in special projects to include troubleshooting problem areas and produce solution.
• Conduct an analysis of cash/accrual basis accounts by developing summary reports & analysis charts;
organize analysis of payments/receipts against credit limit and aging periods
• Produce budget, forecast and variance analysis; recommend corrective actions
Staff Accountant 2000-2005
Garvey Nut and Candy, Commerce
• Implement return policies by filing return forms, inspecting quality of returned products, and processing
A/R paper trail
• Arrange freight for shipments in a timely manner, bill of lading, scheduling pick up and receiving, JIT
implementation
• Research purchase/buyer transactions relative in bulk pricing, discount assessment, etc
• Participate in inventory audit to include physical counting inventory, reconciliation and preparation of
adjustment
• Audit show/convention expenses, employee reimbursements, booth fees/registrations and vendor invoices
Administrative Assistant 2000
New Century Media Corporation, Monterey Park
• Set up and maintain office files, computer hardware & software, office procedures and equipment
• Process accounts payable checks & daily bank deposits
• Assist HR concerning company employment, safety, labor relations & management and equal opportunity
polices
COMPUTER SKILLS
• Oracle Database 11g, MAS 200, 10-key, Vista Plus, Monarch v8, QuickBooks Pro 2009,
Microsoft Office 2007 i.e. Excel proficiency in formulas & pivot tables, Windows (XP, Vista & 7), Adobe
Acrobat Reader 9, Lotus Notes
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Extensive experience in cash & check handling; attention to detail; able to work independently &
with other employees; client/customer friendly; problem solver; self-starter; punctual & disciplined
• Developed communication and fast learning skills by collaborating with several people on various
projects and the ability to adapt to and multi-task in a fast paced work environment
• Proficient in the language Chinese (Cantonese)
INTERESTS
• Literary reader on subjects such as mythology, industrial revolution, classic American short
stories
• Money market enthusiast (Stock and Foreign Currency Exchange trader)
• Recreational activities include Skiing, Biking, Snorkeling, Zip lining; Hobbies include Baking,
Playing the piano, Movie marathoner