Senior Accountant -Bilingual Mandarin

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Reconciliation
• Financial Analysis & Budgeting
• Compliance & External Coordination
• Process Improvement & Internal Controls

Qualifications

• Accounting Operations
• Manage and oversee daily accounting operations including Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP).
• Issue invoices and track incoming payments through QuickBooks or other accounting systems.
• Monitor and reconcile tuition payments, project payments, and other revenue streams.
• Review and process vendor payments, commissions, reimbursements, and instructor payroll.
• Ensure all financial transactions are properly documented and approved.
• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting entries in the general ledger.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and account reconciliations.
• Prepare periodic financial reports for management.
• Maintain financial tracking systems including bank accounts, cash flow records, and operational expense logs.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Analyze financial performance across different departments or business units.
• Aid in budget preparation, financial forecasting, and cost analysis.
• Identify financial trends and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
• Cook up coordination with banks, external accountants, and tax advisors.
• Support preparation and filing of tax-related documents including 1099 forms.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards and financial regulations.
• Aid in audit preparation and financial documentation when required.
• Help improve accounting processes and financial tracking systems.
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation.
• Aid in developing and implementing internal financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience
• Proficient in QuickBooks Online (required)
• Familiar with tax filing procedures and basic compliance
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin (spoken and written)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage routine accounting tasks