Senior Accountant Accounts Payable

Kenqin Zhong

*** ********** *****

San Marcos, CA 92708

**********@*****.*** +1-949-***-****

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven Senior Accountant with over 8 years of progressive accounting experience across diverse industries. Highly proficient in QuickBooks Online/Desktop, Microsoft Excel (including XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Power Query), Outlook, and ERP systems such as Sage and SAP. Skilled in managing full-cycle accounting, conducting internal audits, and preparing accurate financial reports to support strategic business decisions.

Professional Experience

Senior Accountant

American Zettler, Inc. – Sept 2024 to Present

Performed full balance sheet reconciliations, including multiple bank accounts, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, and intercompany accounts.

Led the month-end closing process and ensured timely financial reporting.

Managed general ledger postings for payroll and conducted payroll reconciliations.

Calculated monthly commissions and supported reporting for sales teams.

Served as backup for accounts payable and receivable functions.

Investigated and resolved discrepancies in financial records.

Prepared monthly financial statements for executive review.

Senior Accountant (Consultant)

Robert Half – Los Angeles, CA Oct 2022 – Aug 2024

Collaborated with Controllers to support internal and external audits by preparing audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries.

Managed payroll allocations, general ledger entries, and executed month-end closings.

Assisted CFO with financial planning and analysis (FP&A).

Analyzed financial data to identify variances and ensure accuracy within accounting systems.

Delivered timely and reliable financial statements for leadership use.

Accounting Manager

IASCO Flight Training – Redding, CA Feb 2019 – July 2022

Directed accounting operations for a multimillion-dollar subsidiary, ensuring financial accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Conducted internal audits that identified and resolved $50,000 in vendor overpayments.

Managed full-cycle accounting: journal entries, monthly closes, tax filings (1099, property tax), and budget planning.

Oversaw AP/AR processes, bank reconciliations, and managed treasury functions.

Supervised fixed assets and prepaid expenses; maintained accurate amortization and depreciation schedules.

Coordinated with CPAs and auditors; led Workers’ Compensation audits and maintained compliance.

Managed and maintained the chart of accounts.

Office Manager

Trong Food International – Santa Ana, CA June 2013 – Nov 2018

Managed end-to-end AP and AR functions, vendor payments, and customer invoicing.

Prepared monthly financial reports and quarterly employer tax filings (941, 940, DE9, DE9C).

Maintained comprehensive and compliant records for vendors, customers, and government agencies.

Office Coordinator

Dubitec American Inc. – Santa Ana, CA Feb 2011 – Aug 2012

Prepared export documentation and managed accounts payable in QuickBooks.

Liaised with overseas partners and logistics providers to ensure smooth export operations.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Arts in Accounting

Wuyi University, China (1993 – 1997)

Accounting Certificate

Orange Coast College / Santa Ana College (2008 – 2012)

Certificate of Completion – Accounting & Payroll

Santa Ana College School of Continuing Education (2007 – 2008)

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