CHRIS LI
** **** *****, ***** ****, ON M*J *S* 416-***-****
yuj4da@r.postjobfree.com
Summary of Qualifications
. Two years of public accounting experience with KPMG China
. Strong fundamental skills in accounts receivable, accounts payable,
general ledger, invoicing, and preparation of financial statements
. Proficient in CaseWare, QuickBooks, Simply Accounting, TaxPrep, Excel,
Word, Outlook, and SAP R/3
. CA Student, currently working towards CA designation
. Licensed Certified Public Accountant, IL US; Strong academic foundation
in US GAAP and taxation
. Solid organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage
multiple responsibilities requiring extreme attention to detail within
deadline-driven environments
. Effective written and verbal communication skills
. Multilingual: Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese
Work experience
Accounting Technician
2012
Ronald Baker Chartered Accountant
Toronto, ON
. Maintained accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank statements
. Posted journal entries and reconciled accounts using QuickBooks
. Prepared trial balance, Notice to Reader working paper files, and GST/HST
returns
. Drafted year-end financial statements, including accounting schedules
. Performed administrative tasks, including scanning, faxing, and
photocopying
Staff Accountant
2009 - 2011
KPMG (Big 4 Public Accounting Firm)
Guangzhou, China
. Engaged in compilation engagements, review engagements, and audit
engagements for a variety of clients
. Conducted audit testing on specific sections of the audit file, including
Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash, Inventory, Revenue,
and Expense
. Performed audit testing of journal entries and financial statements
. Prepared the working paper files using CaseWare
. Developed the templates of working papers, which helped team members
efficiently communicate their audit work
. Actively participated in the quarterly audit of China Flooring Holding
Company Limited, the largest wood floor brand in China, involving audit
testing for the reporting of its Hong Kong subsidiaries under IFRS
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Work experience (ConT.)
Accounts Payable Clerk
2007 - 2009
Noell Crane Systems Limited
Xiamen, China
. Managed the accurate and timely processing of up to 200 invoices per week
. Assessed and closed A/P sub-ledger on a monthly basis, validated content,
and resolved various issues
. Maintained the vender master files in the SAP A/P function, eliminated
duplication, and reduced monthly processing time by 20%
. Composed effective accounting and ad-hoc reports summarizing A/P data for
supply chain, HR and other departments
Income Tax Return Preparer
2005 - 2006
Washington State University
Pullman, US
. Served over 150 seniors, new immigrants, students, and low-income
families on a one-on-one basis, and accurately completed their personal
income tax returns
. Provided recommendations on income inclusions, tax deductions, credits,
and other tax issues, and ensured clients benefitted from every deduction
and credit available to them
Education
Income Tax Program
2012
H&R Block's Tax Training School
Toronto, ON
Master of Accounting Degree
2006
Washington State University
Pullman, US
Professional Associations
CA Student
2012
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario
Toronto, ON
Licensed Certified Public Accountant
2012
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Springfield, IL
Reference
Available upon Request