James Lee
San Gabriel, CA. 91776
(626) 278 – 1053
***********@*****.***
objective
Utilize the skills and knowledge I have acquired to produce effective results in the field of finance/accounting..
Experience
2006-2008 Windes & McClaughry Long Beach, CA
Staff Accountant (Audit)
* Schedule, plan, supervise and complete financial statement audits and reviews of varying size and complexity in industries such as Manufacturing, Not-for-Profit, Oil and Gas, and Credit Union Companies.
* Prepare full disclosures financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
* Perform detailed analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts by identifying key relationships and formulating expectations
* Identify significant risks at each client and plan test work and procedures to ensure risks are addressed during audit
* Identify, evaluate, and resolve technical accounting issues to ensure proper treatment of financial transactions
* Document, test and assess various systems of internal controls
* Determine risk assessment and procedures deemed necessary for audit areas based on preliminary work results and walk-throughs.
* Supervise, coach, and mentor up to two professional staff members of the engagement team
* Communicate with Engagement Manager and Engagement Partner as to issues that may arise and status of audit
* Worked efficiently and always met deadlines for audits. Extremely punctual and thorough.
Computer Skills
Experienced with Prosystem Engagement software, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, 10-key: 12,160 key strokes per hour, Typing: 85 words per minute.
Education
Summer 2006 University of California Riverside Riverside , CA
* Bachelor of Science, Business Administration with emphasis in Accounting.
* Accounting GPA – 3.43. 32 Units of Accounting Courses including Auditing.
* CPA Examination Candidate.
Interests
Playing musical instruments (keyboard and guitar), singing, drawing, painting, exercising, and traveling.