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Santa Clara, Ca, Us

Santa Clara, California, Us

• Led the full-cycle preparation of GAAP financial statements, from initial roll forwards to auditor sign-off, and presented key findings to the Audit Committee, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.• Managed the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for both local and international teams, ensuring consistent application of accounting policies across global subsidiaries.• Directed operational accounting for high-impact areas, including leases, commissions, equity accounting, accounts payable, accruals, payroll, cash management, investments, intangible assets, and goodwill, improving accuracy and efficiency.• Resolved technical accounting issues regarding the adoption of new accounting standards, stock-based compensation, lease accounting, revenue accounting, financial statement disclosures, internal controls, warrants, secondary transactions, impairment assessments, operating segments, and CECL.• Spearheaded the adoption and implementation of new accounting standards, including ASC 842, by developing a robust control framework that minimized compliance risk and streamlined reporting processes.• Led comprehensive financial risk assessments, resulting in the development and rollout of key accounting policies and internal controls that reduced operational risk exposure.• Drove automation initiatives, including automating prepaid expense accounting, which reduced monthly preparation time by 50% and enhanced the internal control environment.• Collaborated with FP&A to drive financial planning processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, and built a multi-year stock-based compensation forecast model from scratch that informed strategic decision-making.• Served as the primary liaison with external auditors, overseeing annual audits, quarterly reviews, and Audit Committee presentations, while proactively resolving technical accounting issues to ensure a smooth audit process and timely sign-offs.

Foster City, California, Us

• Led end-to-end support for 18+ business combinations and asset acquisitions (up to $1.4B), overseeing due diligence, intangible asset valuation, purchase price allocation, accounting integration, and drafting technical accounting memos, ensuring seamless transaction execution.• Directed 10-Q and 10-K filings, ensuring compliance with SOX controls, managing disclosure checklists, tie-out processes, and inline XBRL reporting, leading to timely and accurate SEC filings.• Established best practices for SEC filing processes, including creating a formal reporting calendar, deliverable schedules, and multiple rounds of internal and external reviews; launched a disclosure committee and implemented Workiva software for enhanced reporting efficiency.• Coordinated cross-functional review of critical filings and deliverables, such as earnings press releases, executive scripts, Audit Committee materials, and investor relations presentations, aligning all stakeholders and ensuring consistency.• Led technical accounting research, presenting findings and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders to facilitate strategic decision-making on complex accounting matters.• Oversaw operational accounting, close processes, and SOX controls for key areas, including equity, leases, convertible notes, and derivatives, improving compliance and reducing financial risk.• Conducted in-depth research, calculations, and disclosures for financial statements, including cash flows, statements of equity, stock-based compensation, earnings per share, and significant transactions, ensuring compliance with new accounting standards.• Served as primary liaison with external auditors, managing quarterly reviews, annual audits, audit committee presentations, and resolving complex technical accounting issues, resulting in smooth audit processes and no significant deficiencies.

Westlake, Texas, Us

• Technical Accounting – Led cross-functional teams in researching and drafting comprehensive US GAAP memos on topics such as pension accounting, revenue recognition, lease accounting, business combinations, SAB 99, operating segments, goodwill reporting, foreign exchange transactions, intercompany investments, fixed asset and customer list impairments, and convertible financial instruments. Partnered with external stakeholders, including Big 4 accounting firms, law firms, and pension funds. Trained Senior Accountants in preparing technical accounting memos and utilizing business software such as Hyperion, EPM, SAP, IBM Cognos, and custom systems.• SEC Reporting – Managed Proxy Statement filings and drove process improvement initiatives for reporting documentation. Utilized Workiva to prepare and submit SEC filings, including sections of 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K reports. Collaborated closely with executive leadership to ensure accurate and timely filing of financial reports.• Investor Relations – Reviewed and refined executive scripts for earnings calls, filed press releases, and developed investor relations policies. Coordinated with external entities such as Broadridge, the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation, and transfer agents to successfully execute the Annual Shareholders' Meeting.• Project Management – Led multiple company-wide projects, including the implementation and compliance with revenue and lease accounting standards, M&A integration (purchase price allocation, valuation reports, and systems integration), and SAP rollout. Played a key role in talent acquisition by leveraging professional networks and directed cross-functional teams composed of Directors, Managers, Accountants, and Consultants to deliver on strategic objectives.

Mountain View, Ca, Us

• Financial Operations – Supported large public companies in earnings per share calculations, revenue recognition analysis, and complex multi-currency consolidations. Conducted detailed flux analyses, reconciled key accounts, and facilitated month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. Utilized accounting software such as Oracle, SAP, Great Plains, and QuickBooks to streamline financial operations and ensure accuracy.• IPO Readiness – Played a key role in preparing and reviewing Form S-1 filings for initial public offerings of two technology-driven companies. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance.• Technical Accounting – Partnered with clients to identify and resolve complex accounting issues. Researched US GAAP requirements and drafted technical accounting memos that documented conclusions and supported accurate financial reporting.• Audit Support – Collaborated with client teams to prepare comprehensive working papers for financial statement audits. Leveraged prior audit experience to ensure documentation met audit standards and regulatory requirements. Managed auditor requests, attended meetings, and provided insights to help clients navigate the audit process efficiently.

Toronto, On, Ca

• Engagement Experience – Executed international audit and advisory engagements, along with a range of corporate and personal tax engagements, across multiple industries. Applied various accounting standards, including US GAAP, IFRS, and ASPE, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting for clients.• Corporate Financial Analysis – Analyzed financial statements for shareholder discussions, provided assurance on major valuation reports, and evaluated corporate cash flow forecasts to guide strategic decision-making.• Technical Accounting – Addressed complex client issues by researching and applying technical accounting guidance on topics such as IFRS, lease accounting, revenue recognition, internal controls, financial instruments, transaction diligence, asset retirement obligations, impairment testing, and consolidated financial reporting.• Client Management – Built strong client relationships by aligning KPMG’s services with their needs. Maintained regular communication with CEOs, CFOs, VPs, and Directors to ensure expectations were met and exceeded from engagement planning through completion. Managed engagements for multinational corporations, financial institutions, private firms, nonprofit organizations, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals.• People Development – Mentored and trained Staff Accountants during engagements, providing hands-on guidance and coaching as they advanced through the Chartered Accounting School of Business. Played an active role in recruitment, interviewing candidates for Staff Accountant positions at KPMG.

Master Of Business Administration

Master Of Professional Accounting

Global Network For Advanced Management Program, Global Food And Beverage Industry Certificate

Global Network For Advanced Management Program, Social Innovation Certificate

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10-K In-Depth Workshop

International Qualification Exam

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Bachelor Of Commerce, Accounting