Chelsea Zhang

An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.

Full Stack Book Review Website Summer 2024

· Developed a full stack book review platform using React, Node.js Auth0, and Prisma.

· Enabled anonymous users to browse; login required for reviewing and bookmarking.

· Integrated an external API for additional book data.

· Designed a responsive UI and ensured accessibility compliance.

· Managed a PostgreSQL database with 3+ tables and implemented unit testing.

Virtual Pet Care Game Fall 2023

· Developed a virtual pet game using the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture in Java.

· Built a dynamic model to manage the pet's needs,and simulate state changes over time or based on player actions.

· Implemented the Strategy pattern to adjust the pet’s behavior based on its current mood and user interactions.

· Designed a simple yet functional GUI using Java Swing to display the pet’s status and enable player actions.

· Created a controller to facilitate communication between the model and view, ensuring user inputs update the pet’s states and reflect changes in real-time.

Oceanview Integrated Audit Case Spring 2019

· Planned and executed audit procedures, including risk assessments (fraud, audit, and inherent risks).

· Performed tests of controls and substantive testing on key financial accounts using statistical sampling.

· Audited accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash, and inventory to verify financial accuracy.

· Compiled findings and issued the final auditor’s report, summarizing conclusions and potential misstatements.

A Mini-Fund Term Project Fall 2021

· Selected 12 stocks for a small fund and compiled monthly returns over five years.

· Assessed stock performance using regression analysis and calculated betas.

· Applied CAPM to forecast alpha for each stock.

· Constructed an active portfolio, optimizing stock weights for profitability.

· Developed a comprehensive investment strategy based on data analysis and regression findings.

· Evaluated portfolio risk and compared it to a benchmark.

System Understanding Aid Fall 2017

· Completed a comprehensive manual accounting practice set involving all phases of the accounting cycle, including transaction recording, document flow, and internal control analysis.

· Utilized flowcharts, business documents, and records to process transactions and understand their impact on financial statements.

· Applied internal controls and reviewed business processes to ensure accuracy and compliance in financial reporting.

· Gained hands-on experience in preparing key financial statements, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Retained Earnings.

$8000 Baylor Transfer Scholarship Award