Accounting Analyst

Gang Li

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Ph: 248-***-**** (cell) Email: abme7m@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER SUMMARY

Experienced, reliable professional with accounting and legal background.

Known as team player with high level of interpersonal skills. Provides

thorough analysis using acute attention to detail. Applies problem solving

skills to create efficiency and increase productivity. Knowledge of GAAP.

Full of integrity. Quick learner with desire to learn more. Proficient in

multiple software programs including MS Office Suite, QuickBooks,

Peachtree, SAP, PeopleSoft, Creative Solutions package (PR, 1099, Ultra

Tax), etc. Holder of degrees in Accounting, Finance and Legal Science.

Fluent in English and Mandarin. Green card holder.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Accountant - Ahn & Han, CPAs, PC, Troy, MI

November 2009 - Present

. Maintain hundred of client accounts and deliver on-time, accurate

and professional public accounting services (e.g. journal entries,

bank reconciliation, payroll and sales tax, bookkeeping, etc.)

. Prepare clients' quarterly and annual tax reports along with

corporate and individual tax returns.

. Research and identify accounting issues and assist CPAs to

communicate with government agencies.

Independent Contractor - Sourcing Analyst - Troy, MI

January 2008 - January 2009

Retained by Rio Tinto as independent contractor after relocation to MI to

continue work as a Sourcing Analyst.

Sourcing Analyst - Rio Tinto, Salt Lake City, UT

March 2007 - January 2008

. Assisted project managers worldwide by providing detailed analysis

in preparing contract documents and for legal and process leader's

approval.

. Reviewed, executed and implemented contracts to ensure quality and

compliance with company's policy and procedures.

. Developed and maintained contract information in SRM system

utilized company-wide to effectively manage contract

documentation, milestones and vendor's business details.

Accountant - Department of Chemistry, University of Utah, Salt Lake City,

UT January 2006 - March 2007

. Managed all accounting activities for department and faculty PIs

(primary investigators).

. Developed and maintained database to record, track and monitor

grants, contracts and awards.

. Analyzed financial information to prepare various reports and

prompted PIs on all aspects of funds.

. Reconciled and interpreted financial statements to ensure accuracy

and compliance with agency and federal regulations. Posted

adjustments as needed.

. Assisted with preparing departmental budgets plan.

. Participated in development and implementation of departmental

accounting system and policy.

Associate Accountant - University Bookstore, Salt Lake City, UT

September 2005 - January 2006

. Reconciled statements and made extra research to assist vendors

solving any unapplied transaction.

. Prepared and interpreted discrepancy reports to buyers to ensure

accurate payment.

. Conducted and supervised check run on a semimonthly basis.

. Developed and maintained vendor database and established excellent

relationships with vendors.

Tax Advisor IV - H&R Block Seasonal

2005 - Present

. Rehired during tax season to provide professional tax service for

the last 5 consecutive years.

. Provide second opinion on clients' prior year returns to ensure

accuracy and maximize tax benefits.

. Analyze clients' financial situations and provide tax advice to

help them achieve their financial goals.

EDUCATION

University of Utah, B.S. Accounting & Finance

Cumulative GPA: 3.82 Major GPA: 3.86

China University of Political Science and Law, B.S. Legal Science

HONORS & AWARDS

Global Diversity Scholarship, University of Utah, 2005

C. Scott and Dorothy E. Watkins Foundation Scholarship, University of Utah,

2003-2004

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