Jessica Xia
About Jessica Xia
Jessica Xia is a dedicated student tutor and assurance intern based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She has a background in accounting from the University of Saskatchewan and has held various roles in education and corporate settings, showcasing her collaborative and analytical skills.
Work at University of Saskatchewan
Jessica Xia has held multiple roles at the University of Saskatchewan. She began her tenure as a Student Assistant in 2019 for three months. Currently, she serves as a Student Ambassador, a position she has held since 2019, and as a Student Tutor since 2020. Additionally, she works as a Teacher Assistant at the Edwards School of Business, also starting in 2020. Her involvement in these roles spans various responsibilities, including tutoring students and assisting faculty.
Current Role at Grant Thornton LLP
Jessica Xia has been working as an Assurance Intern at Grant Thornton LLP in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, since 2021. In this role, she has gained practical experience in compiling financial statements and providing business practice recommendations. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to address client problems, which has enhanced her collaborative skills and understanding of client needs.
Educational Background
Jessica Xia studied at the University of Saskatchewan from 2018 to 2022, where she earned an undergraduate degree in Accounting from the Edwards School of Business. Prior to this, she attended Shanghai Normal University for one year, focusing on Public Administration from 2017 to 2018. Her educational background provides a foundation for her roles in accounting and business.
Experience in Education and Leadership
Before her current roles, Jessica worked as a Teacher Assistant at New Oriental Education & Technology Group in Shanghai from 2017 to 2018. She has also taken on leadership roles at the Edwards Business Students' Society as the Academic Resources Director since 2020. Additionally, she serves as the Director of Corporate Relations for the Accounting Club of Edwards, where she has been involved in planning and executing client engagements.