GRACE DING, CPA, MBA
Summary
Seasoned Senior Director of Accounting with extensive experience in both corporate and public accounting, recently relocated permanently from the United States to Singapore. Proven track record in accounting automation, financial system implementation, and global consolidation. Adept at leading high-performing teams, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards. Recognized for strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective cross-cultural communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior Director of Accounting
Syndigo LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: SaaS Company Backed by Private Equity
- Led and developed a team of 20 accounting professionals across multiple functions, including billing, collections, accounts payable, treasury, payroll, commissions, and financial reporting. Fostered cross-functional collaboration and enhanced operational efficiency.
- Managed comprehensive month-end close procedures, from ledger closure to the preparation of financial statements and footnotes. Reviewed audit schedules for compliance audits and year-end financial audits.
- Oversaw the monthly consolidation of international subsidiaries in Europe, Mexico, Brazil, and India, ensuring adherence to both GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.
- Collaborated with senior executives and cross-functional departments, including Treasury, Tax, FP&A, Legal and HR. Standardized processes and enhanced the accuracy of financial reporting and forecasting.
- Led multiple accounting automation and system implementation projects, such as AP Automation, Commission Xactly System Implementation, and NetSuite ERP & OpenAir integration. Served as System Administrator for the ERP system.
- Developed and implemented robust policies and procedures to strengthen internal controls. Ensured expense accuracy and alignment with budgetary constraints.
- SaaS Company Backed by Private Equity
Director of Accounting Operations
Syndigo LLC
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: SaaS Company Backed by Private Equity
- Managed end-to-end accounting processes, including procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, treasury operations, and intercompany transactions, ensuring seamless financial operations across departments.
- Oversaw payroll processing and the calculation and disbursement of monthly commissions.
- Led the weekly cash forecasting procedure, reviewing and approving outgoing cash disbursements to optimize cash flow management.
- Directed month-end general ledger close activities, including the review of journal entries and accruals (e.g., bonuses, payroll, professional fees, credit cards, taxes) and reconciliations/rollforwards (e.g., cash, goodwill, deferred taxes, intercompany, accounts payable, loan fees, promissory notes).
- Prepared monthly and quarterly financial statements and lender reporting packets, ensuring accuracy and timely submission to stakeholders.
- SaaS Company Backed by Private Equity
Accounting Manager- General Accounting & Retail Ops
AutoZone
10.2019 - 10.2023
- Company Overview: Fortune 500 company
- Oversaw the periodical accounting close process, including approval of journal entries and review of balance sheet reconciliations. Led analytical reviews of profit and loss accounts for all AutoZone stores.
- Managed the consolidation of international entities across Asia, Europe, India, Brazil, and Puerto Rico. Oversaw intercompany transactions and ensured compliance with local accounting standards and IFRS.
- Prepare detailed schedules to support the company's 10K and 10Q SEC filings.
- Led the planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for Store Operations. Collaborated with Retail Operations and Loss Prevention leaders to develop and align financial plans with strategic goals.
- Oversaw day-to-day corporate accounting operations, including revenue recognition, order-to-cash processes, accounts payable, operating and capital expenditures, and treasury activity.
- Acted as a strategic business partner by evaluating the financial impact of projects and initiatives. Supported organizational changes by creating and updating financial processes, department manuals, and internal policies.
- Developed and implemented process improvement related to Internal Control and SOX Compliance.
- Fortune 500 company
Manager of Technical Accounting
General Assembly
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Company Overview: Venture Capital Backed Startup SaaS Company, Acquired by The Adecco Group during 2018
- Served as the subject matter expert for technical accounting matters. Led the successful implementation of ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition) and ASC 842 (Leases), ensuring full compliance with U.S. GAAP.
- Managed the monthly and quarterly closing process entities in Singapore, Europe and United State. Prepared financial reporting packages, including supporting schedules and footnotes for public filings.
- Partnered with FP&A on budget versus actual analysis and forecasting. Advised business partners on optimal deal structures with consideration of profit margins and internal rate of return (IRR).
- Oversaw daily accounting operations and proactively identified, designed, and implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Assisted the company's financial statement audit and managed discussions with auditors and external accounting advisors. Lead Internal control enhancements.
- Supported the Controller and CFO with special projects, ad hoc reporting, and financial analysis to drive strategic decision-making.
- Venture Capital Backed Startup SaaS Company, Acquired by The Adecco Group during 2018
Audit Manager
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Company Overview: Top 10 most prestigious accounting firms per Vault
- Managed and supervised all phases of audit and review engagements in according with US GAAP and SEC Regulations. Researched on new accounting pronouncements and regulations to ensure proper implementation and disclosures.
- Performed strategic review and sensitivity analysis of financial performance against budget and forecast.
- Assisted clients with monthly and quarterly closing. Worked with management to resolve complex accounting issues related to bank reconciliations, revenue recognition, equity transactions, accounts payables and accruals, tax provisions, GAAP& IFRS reconciliation, consolidations, etc.
- Conducted audits of internal control over financial reporting in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.
- Effectively supervised more than 10 audit staff and seniors. Provided training, guidance and technical assistance to the team to ensure top quality client service.
- Top 10 most prestigious accounting firms per Vault
Audit Manager
UHY LLP
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Company Overview: Top 20 most prestigious accounting firms per Vault
- Managed all phases of audit and review engagements in accordance with US GAAP, including planning, budgeting, testing and financial reporting. Resolved complex accounting issues with advanced technical skills in a timely manner.
- Prepared financial statements and ad hoc reports for clients with international subsidiaries. Assisted clients with intercompany reconciliation and consolidation.
- Provided Sarbanes-Oxley internal control testing and evaluation service to large public companies.
- Managed and supervised employment benefit plan (EBP) audits.
- Effectively developed, supervised, and trained audit staff and seniors. Lead department training sessions.
- Top 20 most prestigious accounting firms per Vault
Audit Senior
UHY LLP
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Company Overview: Top 20 most prestigious accounting firms per Vault
- Lead audit and review engagements, including planning execution, fieldwork and job completion.
- Performed analytical review of financial statements.
- Top 20 most prestigious accounting firms per Vault
Audit Staff
UHY LLP
11.2010 - 12.2012
- Company Overview: Top 20 most prestigious accounting firms per Vault
- Acted as an integral member of the assurance team to deliver high quality audits and reviews to a vast portfolio of clients.
- Top 20 most prestigious accounting firms per Vault
Education
Master of Business Administration - Accounting and Finance
Washington University, Olin Business School
St. Louis, MO 01.2008 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Fudan University
01.2003 - 07.2007
Skills
- Accounting Systems including PeopleSoft, NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, QuickBooks, Xero, Salesforce
- Data Analysis & Data Visualization
- Streamlined process automation
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Verbal & Written Communication
- Executive Reporting & Board Presentations
Other Data - Languages
- English
- Mandarin Chinese
Certification
Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
Senior Director of Accounting
Syndigo LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024
Director of Accounting Operations
Syndigo LLC
10.2023 - 05.2024
Accounting Manager- General Accounting & Retail Ops
AutoZone
10.2019 - 10.2023
Manager of Technical Accounting
General Assembly
11.2017 - 08.2019
Audit Manager
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP
06.2016 - 11.2017
Audit Manager
UHY LLP
01.2015 - 06.2016
Audit Senior
UHY LLP
01.2013 - 12.2014
Audit Staff
UHY LLP
11.2010 - 12.2012
Master of Business Administration - Accounting and Finance
Washington University, Olin Business School
01.2008 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Fudan University
01.2003 - 07.2007
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