Experience
Alternative Investments Accountant
Aug, 2007 ~ Current
The Bank of New York Mellon – Global Asset Servicing
• Perform fund accounting functions for Exchange Traded Funds including recording revenue and investment expenses in G/L, various account reconciliations and fund performance analysis.
• Prepare monthly portfolio reports, quarterly and annual financial reports. Assist and collaborate with internal and external auditors with auditing process.
• Respond to inquiries from clients, marketing representatives and portfolio managers. Generate daily and ad hoc reports, asset and cash reconciliations on investments of public and private debt and equity securities.
• Research, explain, and resolve any out of balance condition, identify and communicate issues that affect the accuracy of the accounting records. Maintain accounting records of investment portfolios structured as partnerships in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Perform custodial functions, includes income collection and verification, trade processing and settlement. Insure all fees and expenses are charged on a timely basis.
Financial Analyst
June, 2006 ~ Aug, 2007
WNC & Associates, Inc
• Analyze a variety of different investments and portfolios performances based on current and historic financial data by using ratios and graphics.
• Create financial and tax projections for investments. Providing investors with preliminary profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow statement and potential tax liability.
• Prepare quarterly and annual investors’ reports with analysis of results from prior years and forecast for future years.
• Monitor each investment’s performance on a continuous basis and maintain close contact with investors and investment management agents.
Bank Loan Accounting Associate
March, 2005 ~ June, 2006
State Street West Investment Management Solutions
• Review loan facilities with their terms and amortization schedules.
• Resolve discrepancies effectively and efficiently when occurred.
• Maintain close contact with custodian banks and agents.
• Prepare internal audit reports to upper management.
Work Experience While In School
General Accountant
Aug, 2003 ~ Aug, 2004
University Art Museum at California State University Long Beach
• Perform bookkeeping activities and post year-end adjusting journal entries.
• Reconcile various revenue, expense and balance sheet accounts.
• Carry out daily accounts payable and receivable activities.
• Create both periodical and ad hoc reports.
• Interact with internal and external parties to resolve various issues and discrepancies
Education
California State University Long Beach
Dec 2005
Bachelor of Science in Finance
Bachelor of Science in International Business
Languages and Computer skills
Advanced level with Microsoft Office Suite
Fluent in Mandarin Chinese
Co-Curricular Activities
VP of Finance/ Treasurer
Association Business Students Organizations Council (ABSOC)
Jan, 2005 ~ Jun, 2005
• Supervise all financial transactions within student organizations and student council members.
• Prepare financial budget for all events.
• Perform daily activities include accounts receivable, accounts payable, post adjusting journal entries, and evaluate student grants.