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Our client is a well established rapidly growing third-party logistics (3PL) company with over 3 decades of experience in Warehousing, Distribut

12/02/2021

Senior Accountant

-Our Client is a growing privately held 3PL, Warehouse/Transportation/eCommerce company located in the San Gabriel Valley. They are seeking a motivated Senior Accountant due to growth.

Primary Objective:

-Responsible for the General Ledger and General Accounting functions in a dynamic, fast paced warehousing, distribution, and transportation environment. Responsibilities include processing a variety of journal entries and reconciliations and perform various support functions for Regional and Corporate. This individual coordinates inputs from multiple business functions including the Corporate Finance team, Reports to the Accounting Supervisor and works closely with the Corporate Accounting Manager and Corporate Controller. This is a critical role within the Accounting department primarily responsible for the integrity and maintenance of the General Ledger encompassing 6 divisions, several business lines, and 20+ cost centers (buildings).

Scope of Responsibilities:

-Maintain the General Ledger Accounting for assigned divisions, business lines and cost centers
-Primary focus is on all Balance Sheet accounts including Cash, A/R, Fixed assets, Deposits, Prepaid, accrued expenses, Intercompany, and deferred rent
-Fixed asset accounting for regional and corporate
-Coordinates the Intercompany accounting activity between related companies and ensures monthly elimination of any balances between the operating divisions
-Validation of accuracy of general ledger postings, and correct application of GAAP accounting to complex business transactions
-Perform month end closing duties, account analysis and reconciliations, initiate and input journal entries with required supporting documentation
-Specific Journal entries include but not limited to depreciation, payroll, prepaids, accruals, amortizations, intercompany, allocations, and reclassifications as needed
-Maintenance and analysis of monthly schedules validating the integrity of the financial statements, researches all reconciling items and provides resolutions
-Balance Sheet fluctuation analysis
-Compile reports related to annual audits and fulfillment of financial regulatory requirements including Annual Financial Statement
-Provides support for Annual State and Federal filings and monitors local tax returns
-Identifies and report any significant impact items affecting the financial statement and help initiate actions to address
-Monitors Accounting Policies and Procedures
-Participate in business improvement teams and identify opportunities that lead to improved profitability

Requirements:

-Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business related field
-CPA, preferred, not required
-5+ years experienced as a Sr. Accountant in a high-volume environment preferably within manufacturing, apparel, retail warehousing and/or with a 3PL a plus.
-A thorough knowledge of accounting principles (US GAAP), procedures and systems with a solid understanding of Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Ledger Accounting
-Excellent communication, writing, reporting skills to effectively communicate technical financial information
-Strong appreciation for the importance of ensuring accuracy in all levels of financial reporting
-Strong PC skills including advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in the rest of the Microsoft Office Suite.
-Self-driven and resourceful to meet deadlines, achieve goals, work independently as well as work well in teams or groups.
-Flexibility to multi-task and adjust to changing requirements, schedules and priorities - ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines especially during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing.
-Ability to streamline processes in efforts to continually improve efficiency.
-Highest ethical standards and values
-Positive attitude and desire to learn

12/02/2021

Training Specialist

-The Training and Development Specialist will create, develop, implement, and conduct training and development programs for employees.

Responsibilities:

-Assesses training and development needs through surveys, interviews, and communication with managers, instructors, and others.
-Creates, organizes, plans, and presents various forms of onboarding, orientation, and skills training for employees.
-Develops unique training programs to fulfill workers specific needs to maintain or improve job skills.
-Creates and/or acquires training procedure manuals, guides, and course materials.
-Presents training and development programs using various forms and formats including group discussion, lecture, simulations, and videos.
-Maintains records of training and development activities, attendance, results of tests and assessments, and retraining requirements.
-Assesses training materials prepared by instructors.
-Evaluates program effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and feedback.
-Maintains knowledge of the latest trends in training and development.
-Prepares and implements training budget; maintains records and reports of expenses.
-Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

-1-2 years of retail experience is preferred
-Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Training and Development, or a related field required.
-At least two years of training experience required.
-SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Strong presentation skills.
-Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods.
-Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives.
-Ability to design and implement effective training and development.
-Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related program software.
-Bilingual in English and Chinese or English and Spanish

12/02/2021

Accounts Payable Clerk

Summary:

-Compiles and maintains accounts payable records by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities:

-Gathers purchase orders, charge slips, sales tickets etc, and prepares payments
-Maintains all payment or other transaction records.
-Audits freight bills against freight manifests.
-Answers all vendor inquiries.
-Prepares accounts payable checks.
-Assists in monthly closings.
-Assists with accounts payable and special projects, as necessary.
-Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
-Other duties as assigned
-Position is full time and on-site.

Qualifications:

-High School Diploma
-One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within particular field.
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
-Strong analytical and organization skills.
-Extremely proficient with MS Office programs and strong overall system skills.

12/02/2021

Senior Auditor in Audit & Assurance (A&A)

Job Description:

-Planning and designing attestation and other special project procedures obtaining, analyzing, and evaluating evidentiary data. (Audit, Review, Compilation, and Agreed Upon Procedures)
-Review and prepare working papers that record and summarize data on the assigned engagement
-Review reported audit findings and makes recommendations for the correction of unsatisfactory conditions, improvements in operations, and reductions in cost
-Draft financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
-Performs other duties as may be assigned at the request of management
-Travel: Less than 20%

Qualifications:

-Intermediate knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures
-Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-Ability to successfully perform the job duties by the due date
-Ability to manage various projects independently and within a group environment
-Bi-lingual preferred (English and Korean)
-1~3 years of experience as an Auditor
-Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business
-Legally able to work in the U.S.

12/02/2021

HR Administrative Assistant | Human Resources Coordinator

Summary:

This position requires a HR Administrative Assistant with a can-do attitude, excellent organization skills including attention to detail and follow through; the ability to research and solve problems for internal and external customers; superior communications skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure and handle demanding people and difficult situations.

Essential Duties:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Front Lobby Operation:

-Opens and closes front lobby for business
-Manages switchboard for incoming calls
-Manage vacation coverage with backup support
-Maintains phone directory and Phone Monitor directory
-Manages visitor processes, sign in’s badges, etc.
-Distributes incoming mail for company by department, etc.
-Manages postage meter for all outgoing mail including refilling of postage when needed

Finance Support:

-Prepare and run all incoming checks through proper process
-Insert all invoices for mailing
-Open all incoming invoices and date stamp them
-Insert all checks for mailing

Operations:

-Prepare serial labels as needed

Human Resources:

-Greets Applicants and conducts Wonderlic testing
-Prepares new employee personnel files and file all HR documents in employees’ files
-Manages employee parking spaces
-Prepares HR invoices for approval
-Maintain all I9’s for current and former employees according to regulation
-Manage all bulletin boards including Legal Postings, Job Openings, Company activity flyers, etc.
-Manage employee eye exam process (for those working with lasers) including schedule and billing
-Prepare monthly calendar of anniversaries and birthdays
-Orders HR office supplies
-Other projects and tasks as assigned by the Company from time to time.

Qualifications:

-2+ years' experience as an administrative assistant.
-Proficient in Microsoft Office ( Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint)
-High School degree or GED
-Well-developed organizational and administrative skills.
-Seeks additional responsibility and a willingness to do more than the minimum.
-Must be punctual and have good attendance.
-Attention to detail and being flexible to handle multiple tasks independently.
-Ability to handle confidential information.
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Exceptional organization and time management skills.
-Proven ability to meet deadlines while performing task accurately.
-Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership in all areas of responsibility.
-Punctual and dependable attendance.
-Understands the company's basic philosophy and participates fully in carrying out its mission.

10/30/2021

Tax & Accounting Manager

Responsibilities:

-Review of Staffs’ & Seniors’ works
-Quality control
-Ongoing staff & senior training/performance evaluation
-Manage team workflow and staff assignments
-Direct reporting to partners
-Manage client satisfaction
-Work as a team with other Tax or A&A team as needed
-Perform all jobs described under senior accountant position
-Travel: less than 20%

Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance preferred
-Minimum 6~7 years of public accounting experience preferred
-CPA license is preferred
-Must be highly proficient with Lacerte & QuickBooks
Solid GAAP knowledge plus IFRS knowledge (preferred)
-Solid business tax (all types) and individual tax knowledge
-Solid understanding of international taxation is preferred
-Experience in exempt organization, fiduciary, gift, and estate tax preparation
-Solid understanding of ERP system is preferred (SAP, GP, NetSuite, etc.)
-Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines for multiple projects
-Must be able to work under minimum supervision
-Must have passion to educate and mentor own team members
-Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (word and excel)
-Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
Outstanding interpersonal/communication skills
-Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
-Must be able to work overtime during the busy season and as needed
-Bi-lingual preferred (English and Korean)

10/30/2021

Senior Accountant in Tax and Accounting

Responsibilities:

-Review of Staff's works
-Ongoing Staff training
-Provide direct consultation to Clients
-Engage in client training and education
-Work directly with Partners as needed
-Periodically engage in due diligence and agreed-upon procedure projects
-Perform all jobs described under Staff accountant position
-Travel: Less than 10%

Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance preferred
-Minimum 3-4 years of Public Accounting experience preferred
-Must be highly proficient with Lacerte & QuickBooks
-Solid GAAP & Tax knowledge
-Exposure to ERP system is preferred (SAP, GP, NetSuite, etc.)
-Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines for multiple projects
-Must be able to work under minimum supervision
-Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (word and excel)
-Attention to detail and accuracy
-Solid interpersonal/communication skills
-Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
-Must be able to work overtime during the busy season and as needed
-Bi-lingual preferred (English and Korean)

10/29/2021

Accounts Payable Lead | AP Specialist

Scope of Responsibilities:

-Full cycle accounts payable processing with management of assigned divisions, business lines and/or cost centers for the general ledger coding and posting in synchronization with budgets
-Builds and manages relationships with assigned vendor accounts and internal teams
-Verify individual invoices supporting documents for validity, accuracy, and approval
-Scan invoices, procure invoice approval as well as data entry batching
-Process timely daily and weekly check runs for multiple entities in diverse payment types within vendor terms and/or approved payment schedules
-Maintain vendor files, invoices, and payment records
-Research and resolve discrepancies and issues for past due invoices reconciling vendor statements against accounting records
-Reconcile A/P trade ledger with general ledger
-Prepare accounts payable accrual journal entries for month end close
-Assist external auditors in examining financial records and support
-Process 1099’s
-Ad hoc reporting as needed

Requirements:

-AA degree or equivalent course work in Accounting preferred. A working knowledge of basic accounting practices required
-Five years’ experience in a high volume fast-paced accounts payable role/environment
-Previous transportation/logistics/trucking industry experience preferred
-Proficient and accurate data entry skills
-Strong communication skills and attention to detail
-Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner
-Concur and Truckmate systems or equivalent experience
-Proficient with MS Word and Excel
-Strong problem solving skills
-Ability to work independently
-Ability to multi task in a fast pace environment
-Ability to be an effective team member and display initiative
-Positive attitude and desire to learn

10/29/2021

Manager of Payroll & Benefits

Scope of Responsibilities:

-Manage the payroll and benefit department of three (3)
-Ensure accurate and timely processing of weekly and bi-weekly payroll
-Prepare reports as requested by Management e.g. payroll and benefit analysis, vendors, and state agencies for statistical purposes
-Responsible for annual worker compensation audits of multiple policies
-Responsible for annual payroll audits
-Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and benefits
-Ensure accurate processing of record changes submitted by employees such as W4 changes and direct deposit changes.
-Partner with HR team on administration of benefits for employees on leave of absences to ensure employees on leave of absence are paid/not paid and time off accruals are properly applied based on policy.
-Responsible for all activities to ensure plans are compliant with ERISA, DOL and state reporting requirements.
-Oversee the creation and distribution of all benefit program communications, including open enrollment communication
-Manage and oversee Annual Open Enrollment process
-Ensure accurate deduction and any necessary adjustments to benefit deductions, such as medical, dental, life insurance, etc.
-Manage garnishments process is accurate and compliant
-Review payroll audit reports, including all payroll changes, and apply any necessary corrections prior to transmitting files.
-Collaborates with Human Resources (HR) team to ensure employee data and payroll processing accuracy
-Assis in the management and development of staff benefits

Job Qualification:

-Bachelor's degree is highly preferred, CEBS certificate is a plus
-6+ year experience in payroll and benefit with 2+ in supervisory role with similar industries: 3PL, warehouse/distribution, manufacturing, construction, retail/wholesale/eCommerce, etc.
-Experience processing weekly and biweekly payroll of 1500+ FTEs and Temporary Staff/Labor (experience with multiple temp staffing agencies)
-Strong knowledge of federal and multi-state laws/regulations regarding benefit programs i.e. FMLA, CFRA, ADA, COBRA, HIPPA and ACS is required
-Strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, vlookup, sum-ifs etc)
-Hands on experience with relevant software (Kronos and iSolved) highly preferred
-High degree of professionalism and confidentiality
-Ability to deal with sensitively with confidential material and deadline
-Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communications skills
-Ability to communication with various levels of management
-Strong decision-making, problem-solving and analytical skills
-Strong Organizational, multi-tasking and prioritizing skills

10/29/2021

Senior/Staff Accountant

Scope of Responsibilities:

-Responsible for the preparation of periodic financial statements and supporting input required for standard reports.
-Responsible for the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, and operating expenses, and insurance records of multiple entities/brands.
-Assures that internal financial reporting is done within prescribed timelines
-Provides financial and analytical support to management
-Provides support to the Controller in conjunction with the annual budgeting process
-Executes and monitors compliance with accounting and reporting related procedures
-Responsible for assuring the assets are properly recorded in the fixed asset records maintained by Central Accounting
-Coordinates in the preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
-Reviews financial statements with Controller. Ensures reasonableness and accuracy of financial statements to their knowledge of underlying facts.
-Reviews information related to inventory. Cost of goods COG calculations, freight application, raw material valuations.
-Reviews reports and productivity for enhancement and correctness with input to Branch management.
-Reports sales and use tax, property tax and other taxes and licenses where applicable of branches.
-Takes care of all in house tax related matters other than those handled by the company’s external tax firm. Handles and coordinates on tax audits for the company.
-Administrates the company’s online bank portal. Sets up and approves users. Downloads bank transactions.
Administrates the company’s credit card gateway.
-Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety rules as stated in the Employee Handbook and otherwise posted or communicated.
-Other duties as assigned by Controller and/or management to reach Company goals.

Qualifications/Skills:

-Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university
-3+ years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Manufacturing, Distribution, Inventory moving | CPG related industry experience highly preferred
-Strong communication and problem solving skills
-Advanced Excel skills: pivot table, vlookup, etc.