Senior Accountant, Financial Statements Analysis, Oracle,Power Bi

Kay Yoo

*********@*****.*** 832-***-****

Professional Summary

Dynamic accounting professional with progressive experience in accounting and auditing, actively pursuing accounting and finance roles such as Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting and Analyst, or Internal Auditor. Equipped with a strong foundation in financial statement analysis, budgeting, and variance analysis, complemented by expertise in tools like CaseWare, Power BI, Oracle, and QuickBooks. Demonstrated success in enhancing financial controls, achieving operational efficiencies, and driving cost savings, including a 20% reduction in operating costs. Proven ability to analyze complex data, optimize cash flow, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. This robust accounting background provides seamless analytical skills, attention to detail, and a results-driven mindset that will continue to have a significant impact. Core Competencies Software

Financial Statements Analysis Data Analysis ERP software Oracle SAP Microsoft Office Excel Power BI Alteryx

Pivot Table V-lookup Word PowerPoint Data visualization Problem-solving Analytical skills Critical Thinking

Adaptability Detail-Oriented Communication Leadership Teamwork Professional Experience

Robert Half Protiviti, Senior Consultant 6/2025-Current Plains All American

Prepared and recorded journal entries, accounts payable accruals for month-end closing, performed account reconciliation, tie-out, and uploaded to Oracle.

Conducted analytical skills with the ability to convey complex information, variances to provide insights and support decision-making, such as related parties' earnings, and updated quarterly files for the manager’s review.

Problem-solved outstanding issues by working with various departments and external parties, and prepared financial reporting for internal and external audits quarterly.

Collaborated with other departments, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to minimize errors and implement the system effectively. SpiderSmart Instructor, Assistant Manager 4/2025 – 5/2025

Direct assessments and track students’ performance data to improve academic outcomes. Prepare daily classes, deliver high-quality instruction in reading comprehension, and assist students in improving their essay writing skills.

Implement progress tracking systems, collaborate across team members on program development understandings, business objectives, profitability, and plan marketing events.

Conduct direct assessments and track students’ performance data to interpret and increase registrations.

Build strong relationships with parents, communicating students' progress effectively to improve students' progress in academic outcomes, reading comprehension, and essay writing skills. Sandra Park Zolensky CPA Tax Preparer 1/2025 – 3/2025

Prepared and filed tax returns, provided tax planning advice to clients, including individuals and small businesses.

Maintain accurate records, keep track of all relevant tax information and documentation.

Identified Tax savings opportunities and developed tax strategies to minimize clients' tax liabilities and enhanced research by employing advanced tools and techniques. RSM US LLP Houston, TX Experienced Auditor 8/2022 – 4/2024

Leveraged CaseWare, IDEA, and Alteryx to conduct comprehensive financial statement analyses and control testing of audits, enhancing the firm's adherence to GAAP by ensuring accurate documentation and process standardization for clients across industries, including oil and gas, manufacturing, and asset management.

Spearheaded the implementation of audit procedures across various financial domains, risk assessment & research, including cash and cash equivalents ASC 230, revenue recognition ASC 606, lease ASC 842, and fieldwork for audit evidence, which resulted in a 10% increase in audit efficiency and accuracy.

Verified and researched reliable information on impacting financial statements, observed evidence to explain variances, streamlined SOX compliance procedures, and reviewed SEC filings, 10Q, 10K, 8K, and S-1 tied out for mathematical correctness and internal consistency.

Collaborated with audit teams on updating documents and reporting, and mentored interns for the audit process's completeness.

PWC Remote Audit Internship 1/2022 – 3/2022

Enhanced research and problem-solving capabilities by employing advanced tools and techniques, leading to a 10% increase in audit efficiency and accuracy.

Updated audit work papers and team communication processes, resulting in a 20% improvement in project management and completion rates through prioritization and innovative thinking.

Fostered a collaborative audit environment by effectively communicating complex findings to team members, enhancing team productivity and audit quality.

Husteel USA, INC. Senior Accountant 6/2016 – 8/2019

Input projects into the ERP system, time and labor entries, assisted project managers in setting up and controlling projects, and journal postings to correctly allocate hours to appropriate billable hours.

Researched discrepancies across timesheets, project billing schedules, facilitated proposal charge codes, and accessed across databases.

Supervised journal postings to allocate hours to record project correctly and updated revised cost, resulting in a 20% reduction in operating costs and errors, mitigated potential insolvency risks, and managed projects to reduce losses by $5MM, boosting cash flow efficiency and accuracy.

Prepared financial documents, ensuring timely quarterly and annual reports, implemented stringent account reconciliation, closed month-end accounting entries, and researched variances for precision.

Optimized financial statement preparation workflow and bolstered budget report accuracy by supporting formulation processes, directly aligning with financial forecast planning needs.

Strengthened audit compliance and financial integrity by assisting CPAs with rigorous audit processes and upholding strict GAAP adherence.

Husteel USA, INC. Account Receivable/ Customs Clearance 6/2013 – 6/2016

Mastered ERP systems, demonstrated proficiency in data analytics, reviewed customer contracts and purchase orders, created invoices, and generated $70MM+ in sales monthly.

Tracked accounts receivable and directed the execution of monthly accruals and daily cash management while meticulously reconciling bank statements. Orchestrated the preparation of critical documentation for duties and tariffs, and oversaw product distribution, showcasing a deep understanding of financial operations and logistics management.

Fostered strong relationships with various agencies to ensure seamless customs clearance, contributed to team knowledge by rapidly adopting new concepts, and mentored new team members, highlighting leadership and adaptability in dynamic environments. Education/ Certifications /Awards

The University of Houston Downtown Houston, TX

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, Summa Cum laude; 3.8 GPA

Currently sitting for the CPA exam

Bilingual Korean, Seoul National University

Scholarship Award from TXCPA and Deloitte Foundation -Larry G Jones Scholarship Organizations/ Volunteer

AICPA, TXCPA, Houston Accounting and Finance Professionals, Language instructor, Animal Rescue

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