Wendy Leong
Richmond
Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant with [Number] years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions, tax management and reporting. Works closely with executive management on complex mergers and acquisitions and divestitures.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Accountant
Allocadia Software Inc.
11.2019 - 04.2024
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Contacted customers to immediately find resolutions for escalated issues.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
- Collaborated with IT department to develop custom reports that facilitated decision-making based on real-time data analysis.
Payroll Accountant
Talemetry
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Reduced errors in payroll processing by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations of records.
- Ensured accurate and timely payments for all employees, managing weekly and monthly payroll cycles.
- Collaborated with HR department to ensure smooth onboarding of new hires, setting up employee profiles in the payroll system.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations by staying up-to-date on changes and adjusting payroll systems accordingly.
- Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient software and automation tools.
- Assisted in the implementation of a new payroll software system, leading training sessions for users and providing ongoing support during transition periods.
Accountant
Talemetry
05.2008 - 11.2019
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying informed about changes and filing all required forms accurately and promptly.
- Supported department objectives by participating in cross-functional projects with other departments as needed.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining accurate records and timely payments to vendors while collecting outstanding invoices.
Staff Accountant
Southern Company Gas
08.2003 - 01.2008
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
Accounts Payable Analyst
One Stop Electrical Contracting
03.2001 - 06.2003
- Received vendor invoices, validated for accuracy and routed for approval to prepare for payment processing.
- Processed daily invoices, check requests and wire transfers of foreign and domestic currency.
- Researched and resolved invoice and payment issues for internal employees and external vendors.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt communication and timely resolution of discrepancies.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Southland Micro Systems
08.1995 - 12.2000
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of California Riverside
Riverside, California06.1995
Skills
- Bank Reconciliation
- Statement Reconciliation
- ERP systems proficiency
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Attention to Detail
- Payroll Processing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Corporate Accountant
Allocadia Software Inc.
11.2019 - 04.2024
Payroll Accountant
Talemetry
05.2018 - 11.2019
Accountant
Talemetry
05.2008 - 11.2019
Staff Accountant
Southern Company Gas
08.2003 - 01.2008
Accounts Payable Analyst
One Stop Electrical Contracting
03.2001 - 06.2003
Accounts Payable Clerk
Southland Micro Systems
08.1995 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of California Riverside
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