SC

Serena Li, CMA, CPA

Controller at SLD Laser

Serena Li, CMA, CPA, has extensive work experience in accounting and finance roles. Serena is currently working as a Controller at KYOCERA SLD Laser, where they supervise staff and consultants, prepares financial statements and reporting packages, manages cash flow and banking relationships, and collaborates with cross-functional teams. Serena also led the revision of accounting structure and implemented cost models and inventory accounting management systems.

Prior to their current role, Serena worked as a General Accounting Manager at KYOCERA SLD Laser and an Accounting Manager at JPS Composite Materials. Serena oversaw core accounting functions, managed the close process, reviewed journal entries, reconciled balance sheet accounts, maintained fixed assets, ensured revenue recognition compliance, tracked net working capital metrics, prepared financial reports and analysis, and assisted with budgeting and forecasting.

Before that, Serena served as a Senior Accountant at JPS Composite Materials, where they supported interco-transactions, conducted financial analysis, managed OpCo chart of accounts, and prepared various financial reports. Serena also worked as a Senior Accountant at Direct Meds Inc and an Accountant at DiPerna Associates.

Serena began their career as a Production & Materials Planner at PMC-Sierra (now Microsemi) and a Purchasing Representative at LG Electronics.

Serena Li, CMA, CPA, holds a Master of Science in Accounting from New Jersey City University, with a field of study in Accounting. Prior to that, they attained a Bachelor's degree in International Trade and Economics from Shanghai Ocean University. Serena has obtained the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification from the Certified Management Accountant: CMA® institution in December 2022. Additionally, they have acquired the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs in September 2019.

Links

Peers

View in org chart

Timeline

  • Controller

    July, 2022 - present

  • General Accounting Manager

    March, 2021