Karl Cheng
About Karl Cheng
Karl Cheng is a Cost Accounting Manager with extensive experience in multinational corporations, particularly in ERP systems and process control initiatives. He has worked at Synaptics since 2013 and has a strong background in business modeling and cost-saving initiatives within the supply chain industry.
Current Role as Cost Accounting Manager
Karl Cheng has served as the Cost Accounting Manager at Synaptics since 2015. In this role, he oversees cost accounting operations and contributes to financial planning and analysis. His responsibilities include managing cost control initiatives and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Cheng's position is based in San Jose, California, where he has worked for a total of nine years.
Previous Experience at Synaptics
Before becoming the Cost Accounting Manager, Karl Cheng held multiple positions at Synaptics. He worked as a Cost Accountant from 2013 to 2014 and then as the Cost Accountant Lead from 2014 to 2015. In these roles, he focused on financial analysis and contributed to the setup of ERP systems and process control initiatives.
Background in Supply Chain and Financial Analysis
Karl Cheng has a strong background in business modeling and cost-saving initiatives within the supply chain industry. He worked at Asurion in various roles, including Supervisor of Inventory Analyze and Financial Analyst Supervisor, where he managed inventory and financial analysis for the Asia Supply Chain. His experience spans from 2007 to 2013, providing him with a solid foundation in financial operations.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Karl Cheng earned a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from the University of Plymouth, studying from 2008 to 2009. Prior to this, he studied Accounting at Hong Kong Shue Yan University from 2000 to 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and accounting practices.
Involvement in CAPEX Tracking and AOP Development
In his professional career, Karl Cheng has been involved in CAPEX tracking and the development of annual operating plans (AOP) for financial institutions and manufacturing sectors. This experience highlights his capability in financial planning and strategic management within complex organizational structures.