Yulin Liu
About Yulin Liu
Title
Yulin Liu currently holds the position of Senior Financial Analyst, Global Internal Audit at General Mills, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
Professional Experience
Yulin Liu has extensive experience working in various financial roles at General Mills. She served as a Global Internal Control Finance Analyst from 2019 to 2020, a Volume/Consumer Finance Analyst from 2018 to 2019, and a Sourcing Financial Analyst from 2017 to 2018, each role based in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. Prior to her tenure at General Mills, Yulin worked as a Private Equity Intern at Global Access CSG for one month in 2016 and as a Quality Reviewer at the Volunteer Tax Assistance Program for three months in the same year. Additional roles include a Customer Business Development Intern at 宝洁 for two months in Boston, and an English Teaching Assistant at NewChannel International Education Group Limited in 2014.
Education
Yulin Liu pursued her education rigorously in the fields of finance and business. She studied Finance at 香港科技大学 before attending the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, Minneapolis, Carlson School of Management where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB), majoring in Finance with a minor in Accounting from 2014 to 2016. Prior to these, Yulin achieved a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the State University of New York during the 2012-2013 academic year.
Audit and Risk Management
Yulin Liu has performed seven complex and unique global audit assignments with minimal supervision. Her audit experience spans various areas including plant operations, sales & revenue, digital marketing, financial systems, disclosures advisory, eCommerce, and sourcing. She applies a risk and control governance mindset to assess risk from a broader business operating environment. Yulin is also recognized for her ability to share best practices across entities and recommend actionable, tailored remediation plans. Challenges such as virtual audits, international time zones, and difficult client communications have been navigated with agility and efficiency.
Communication Skills
Yulin Liu has demonstrated strong communication skills, particularly in deficiency reviews where she articulates strong perspectives concisely and clearly. She is adept at communicating with cross-functional clients at various levels. Moreover, she supports investigations and validations with a positive attitude and empathy, ensuring stakeholders are informed about deficiencies rather than keeping issues confined within the audit team.