Shirley Zhou
About Shirley Zhou
Shirley Zhou is a General Ledger Accountant with expertise in SEC reporting and a strong background in various accounting software. She has worked in multiple accounting roles across different companies and holds a Master's degree in Accounting from Bentley University.
Work at Newfront
Shirley Zhou has been employed at Newfront as a General Ledger Accountant since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for managing and overseeing the company's financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Her tenure at Newfront spans over five years, during which she has contributed to the financial reporting processes and maintained the integrity of financial data in San Mateo, CA.
Education and Expertise
Shirley Zhou holds a Master’s degree in Accounting from Bentley University, which she completed in 2011. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Japanese from Donghua University, graduating in 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in SEC reporting, where she prepares and submits financial statements to the Securities and Exchange Commission. Additionally, she is proficient in accounting software such as Oracle, AMS 360, and QuickBooks, and possesses advanced Excel skills.
Background
Shirley Zhou began her career as an Account Executive at Dentsu in Shanghai City, China, where she worked for one year from 2007 to 2008. She then transitioned to accounting roles, including positions at CD International Enterprises, Inc. from 2011 to 2015, and Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. for two months in 2016. In 2019, she briefly worked as a Staff Accountant at DiDi before joining Newfront.
Professional Experience
Shirley Zhou has accumulated diverse accounting experience across various companies. She worked as an Accountant at CD International Enterprises, Inc. for four years, where she gained foundational skills in financial management. Her brief stints at Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. and DiDi further expanded her accounting expertise. At Newfront, she has been able to leverage her previous experiences to enhance the company's financial reporting and compliance efforts.