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Freight Forwarding Accounting Analyst Location:

Irvine, CA Contract:

6+

Month Schedule:

1st

Shift Job Description:

We are seeking an Accounting Analyst to support the financial operations of a Freight Forwarding business. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate revenue and cost accounting, supporting month-end close, analyzing accruals, and partnering closely with freight forwarding operations teams. The ideal candidate has a background in accounting or finance, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work with detailed financial and operational data. Experience within freight forwarding, transportation, logistics, or a related industry is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial reports, including revenue and cost analysis. Support daily transactional accounting activities for freight forwarding operations. Assist with daily and month-end closing processes. Analyze financial data and determine appropriate revenue and cost accruals. Validate revenue and cost accruals against Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable records. Reconcile accrued revenue and costs against actual invoices following month-end close. Investigate outstanding balance sheet accruals and reconcile discrepancies with revenue and cost accounts. Support AR/AP processes and maintain appropriate documentation. Assist with the establishment and maintenance of SOX controls. Support quarterly and annual audit activities. Partner with operations and accounting teams to ensure financial information is complete and accurate. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills/Experience:

Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred. 12 years of direct accounting/finance experience required; 25 years preferred. Accounting and finance experience required. Strong PC skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database management systems. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. SAP or other ERP system experience preferred. Accounting knowledge and experience strongly preferred. Preferred Background Candidates with experience supporting freight forwarding, transportation, logistics, or supply chain accounting are highly encouraged to apply. Experience working with revenue/cost accruals, AR/AP reconciliation, month-end close, financial reporting, and SOX controls will be particularly valuabl

Required Skills:

Required Qualifications Bilingual in Korean and English required 12+ years of accounting or finance experience Experience with revenue/cost accounting, accruals, AR/AP, reconciliations, or month-end close Strong Excel and overall Microsoft Office skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills SAP or other ERP experience preferred Freight forwarding, transportation, or logistics industry experience highly preferred

Pay Transparency:

"The expected pay range for this position is $25.00-$27.00 per hour. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, 401(k) without employer match. Paid Sick leave is provided based on state or local laws."