Yiya He
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OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position in the accounting field
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Accounting 2012-2014
University of Illinois at Chicago
GPA: 3.57/4.00
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting 2008-2012
Dong Hua University, Shanghai, P.R. of China
GPA: 3.46/4.00
QUALIFICATIONS
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word PowerPoint Access and Outlook
Completion of CPA exam and extensive knowledge of GAAP guidelines
Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese
EXPERIENCE
Tax Preparer 02/2014 – 04/2014
Center for Economic Progress, Chicago, IL
• Interview taxpayers to get a big picture of their financial situations
• Prepare or assist in preparing tax returns for individuals
• Help taxpayers receive the maximum benefit permitted under the law
Personal Financial Product Consultant 07/2011 – 04/2012
Industrial Bank Co. Ltd, Shanghai, P.R. of China
• Assessed customer needs through personal interviews and matched their needs with appropriate financial products
• Audited customer documents to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Advised customers on investment risks
• Provided in-depth information on investment opportunities available through the Bank
Sales Person 10/2009 – 11/2009
Hot Wind Chain Clothing Store, Shanghai, P.R. of China
• Trained in management of inventory, distribution and human resources
• Served on sales team during busy season and worked with Manager to facilitate inter-store merchandise transfers
• Charged with analysis of retail operations from outsider’s perspective
• Reported findings to CEO – suggested that better employee training (and more attention to customer service) would re-
sult in more repeat business
COURSE PROJECTS
Corporate Valuation Project 02/2014-04/2014
Allocated assignments to the group members and organized group discussions
Applied different methods to analyze the value of chosen firm and to make reasonable forecast
Got excellent ranking on the project
Methodology of Research Project 03/2013-05/2013
Collected data to be analyzed with the tool of CRSP Database, Edgar SEC and FASB Codification
Analyzed the financial data in order to verify two hypotheses
Gave a presentation on the results of the research on mismatch between earnings surprises and abnormal returns