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Hana Yang

Fairfax

Summary

Accomplished Staff Accountant with over 14 years of expertise in federal financial management, specializing in general ledger (GL) reconciliation, budget analysis, and financial reporting. Known for impeccable accountability, proactive problem-solving, and fostering collaboration. Renowned as a reliable problem-solver who ensures precision by completing tasks ahead of deadlines and meticulously reviewing deliverables. Certified in Government Accounting and Budgetary Principles, delivering consistent results in high-pressure environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Accountant I

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.
02.2022 - Current
  • Led GL accounting processes, including Fund Balance with Treasury, for Public Law 480 Title I Direct Loans (PL480).
  • Spearheaded monthly system closings within the Automated Public Law Title I Umbrella System (APLUS), ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
  • Designed and implemented budgetary vs. proprietary reconciliations and resolved abnormal balance issues.
  • Managed contingency disaster recovery exercises, serving as the sole tester for critical reports.
  • Developed Journal Voucher (JV) templates to enhance repayment and borrowing analyses.
  • Authored and executed Data Change Request (DCR) documentation to improve system functionality.
  • Updated technical guides and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to optimize PL480 program accounting processes.
  • Produced fund monitoring reports and installment notices, supporting foreign obligors.
  • Collaborated with auditors and stakeholders to resolve inquiries and strengthen documentation practices.

EAO Staff Accountant (Staff II)

TFC Consulting, Inc.
04.2016 - 01.2022
  • Provided critical financial oversight for USDA’s Farm Servicing Agency (FSA) Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC).
  • Executed cash collection processes and system closings within APLUS, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
  • Conducted thorough archival reviews to address financial audit findings, significantly improving documentation practices.
  • Delivered Prepared by Client (PBC) reports, contributing to successful fiscal year audits.
  • Enhanced technical guides and SOPs to streamline export accounting processes.
  • Generated detailed fund monitoring reports, addressing and resolving complex stakeholder queries.
  • Played a pivotal role in identifying and resolving legacy documentation gaps for PL480 loan agreements.

Senior Accountant

L&T Food Distributor, Inc.
04.2014 - 02.2016
  • Directed comprehensive financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable (A/P and A/R).
  • Streamlined monthly and annual account reconciliation processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Fostered strong vendor and customer relationships by addressing and resolving account discrepancies.
  • Analyzed departmental financial data to improve sales strategies and optimize account aging.

Accounting Manager

GRANDMART International Foods, Inc.
09.2010 - 08.2013
  • Achieved a 70% profit increase across three branches through strategic financial management.
  • Administered payroll for over 100 employees, maintaining compliance with IRS guidelines.
  • Implemented cash flow monitoring and weekly forecasting, improving cost-effectiveness.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Washington University of Virginia
05.2010

Bachelor of Arts - French Language and Literature

Sangmyung University of Korea
01.1989

Skills

  • Federal Financial Management
  • General Ledger Reconciliation
  • Budget Analysis and Reporting
  • System Implementation and Testing
  • Audit Support and Documentation
  • Team Collaboration and Problem Solving
  • APLUS System
  • Oracle Financials

Certification

Comprehensive Government Accounting and Budgetary Principles (LinkedIn & AgLearn)

Timeline

Staff Accountant I

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.
02.2022 - Current

EAO Staff Accountant (Staff II)

TFC Consulting, Inc.
04.2016 - 01.2022

Senior Accountant

L&T Food Distributor, Inc.
04.2014 - 02.2016

Accounting Manager

GRANDMART International Foods, Inc.
09.2010 - 08.2013

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Washington University of Virginia

Bachelor of Arts - French Language and Literature

Sangmyung University of Korea
Comprehensive Government Accounting and Budgetary Principles (LinkedIn & AgLearn)
Hana Yang