Accounting

Jiajia(Kerrie) Lin

https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jiajia-lin-54b2b055

Phone: 905-***-**** Email: acuq3d@r.postjobfree.com TECHNICAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced user of MS Word, Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Table, Regression Analysis, raw data, charts, solver,), PowerPoint, Outlook

• Proficient in the use of QuickBooks, Caseware, TaxPrep, SAS Base Programming and Data Mining, SQL

• Obtained excellent organizational and analytical skills through past professional and educational experience

• Self-starter, energetic and enthusiastic personality

• Quick learner, detail oriented person, eager to try anything new and take instructions

• Enrolled in the CPA program and actively pursuing the designation EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration Dec. 2015

Goodman School of Business, Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario Bachelor of Business Administration, Professional Accounting Dec. 2013 University of North Alabama, Alabama, United States Bachelor of Arts, English to Chinese Interpretation June 2012 Tianjin Foreign Studies University, China

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Bookkeeper Jan. 2015 – Mar. 2016

Links for Greener Learning, St. Catharines, Ontario

• Improved client’s record keeping efficiency and reporting capabilities using QuickBooks accounting software

• Accurately reconciled accounts by investigating the accounting records and tracing back to the source documents

• Reduced the organization’s expense by filing tax returns and T4 slips in house through extensive research of Canadian tax policies and guidance

• Created user manuals to explain how specific accounts work; effectively educating the owner with basic accounting knowledge

• Increased the awareness of internal controls throughout the organization by advising the owner of control implications and implementing key controls relevant to key business processes

• Prepared and posted monthly journal entries and account reconciliations

• Administered payroll for employees

Tax Preparer Feb. 2012 - 2013

Save First, Florence, Alabama

• Reduced errors and omissions by carefully examining the existing customer tax related documents and comparing it to the IRS checklist

• Reduced 15% of the customer waiting time by efficiently executing on the question and answer session, maintaining accuracy at the same time

• Saved clients a noticeable amount of tax dollars by contributing time and effort during this initiative in a three month interval

• Attended twenty-hours of tax preparation training courses and obtained an IRS certification

• Increased the awareness of the free service provided by Save First to local community by actively promoting the service to students and neighborhoods

• Delivered clear message to the clients from different background by patiently explaining the tax laws and terminology in plain English

Inventory Associate Sept. 2015 – Feb. 2016

WIS International, St. Catharines, Ontario

• Saved company cost by fast counting inventory while maintaining accuracy

• Achieved client satisfaction by fulfilling task timely and accurately

• Increased data accuracy by applying basic math skills, careful observation and fast recheck ability

• Ensured the overall team performance by utilizing effective peer communication and confusion elimination

Patron Assistant Aug. 2012- May 2013

University of North Alabama, Student Recreation Center, Florence, Alabama

• Enhanced the experience of patrons by maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of the fitness facilities

• Documented student activities by creating basic information and recording everyday access

• Reduced the possibility of sports injuries by cautious observation and effective verbal instruction

• Solved patron’s issues and concerns through helpful advice and knowledge obtained through initial training

Sales Associate Sept. 2011- Dec. 2011

Fashion Knot, Florence, Alabama

• Increased sales by 10% by solving customer’s concerns in a friendly and timely manner

• Reduced errors by using basic math skills to total customer receipts and managing cash balances

• Increased labor productivity and inventory accuracy by creating automated data collection model that simplifies material logistics

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Niagara Wine Festival Sept. 2014

• Contributed 23 hours to the community and supported local winery vendor

• Set up the park where the event was located to accommodate winery vendors and customers

• Enhanced functionality of the event by maintaining the cleanliness of the park through frequently picking up wastes and replacing garbage bags

Niagara Sustainability Initiative Sept. 2014 – Dec. 2014

• Developed business plan

• Went through cost analysis to see the feasibility of the carbon footprint initiative

• Delivered ideas to the director by utilizing excellent communication skill

• Solved conflict in the group dispute

• Delivered the final business plan (result) to the director through thorough presentation AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS

• Study Abroad Assistant Scholarship June 2012

• Dean’s list Spring 2011- May 2013

• Accounting Scholar Aug. 2011- Apr. 2013

• Academic Award Apr. 2013

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