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Accounting Analyst
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An Accounting Analyst creates effective financial data analysis for their company. Develops financial documentation for organizational decision-makers and interpret large amounts of accounting reports for future financial decisions. Ensures accurate transaction records, evaluates financial processing, and controls transaction processes. Also analyzes and verifies company records following organizational rules and industry privacy standards, and has access to control data integration.
$75,065 / year median in California
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Freight Forwarding Accounting Analyst Job Summary Support the financial operations of a freight forwarding business by maintaining accurate revenue and cost accounting, assisting with month-end close, analyzing accruals, and partnering with operations and accounting teams. The ideal candidate has accounting or finance experience, strong Excel skills, and experience working with detailed financial and operational data. Responsibilities Prepare timely monthly financial reports, including revenue and cost analyses. 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 with actual invoices after month-end close. Investigate outstanding balance sheet accruals and reconcile discrepancies. Support AR/AP processes and maintain accurate documentation. Assist with establishing and maintaining SOX controls. Support quarterly and annual audit activities. Collaborate with operations and accounting teams to ensure financial information is complete and accurate. Perform additional duties as assigned. Requirements High school diploma or GED required;bachelor's degree preferred. Accounting or finance experience required;2 5 years preferred. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes. Experience with revenue and cost accounting, accruals, AR/AP, reconciliations, or month-end close. Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database management systems. SAP or other ERP system experience preferred. Freight forwarding, transportation, logistics, or supply chain accounting experience highly preferred. Experience with SOX controls, financial reporting, and audit support is valuable. Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English required. Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills. Skill Revenue and cost accounting Accrual analysis and reconciliation Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Month-end close and financial reporting Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office SAP or other ERP systems SOX controls and audit support Financial and operational data analysis Communication and cross-functional collaboration Summary Qualification Accounting or finance background with relevant professional experience. Ability to analyze financial data and resolve discrepancies. Experience supporting freight forwarding, transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations. Strong attention to detail and documentation skills. Ability to work effectively with accounting and operations teams. Fluency in Korean and English. Wollborg Michelson Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. We ensure job offers are made based of one s employment experience, skills, and qualifications, regardless of race, gender, ethnic origin, or any other classification protected by law. All applicants must furnish proper identification to prove their legal right to work in the US upon a job offer. We participate in E-Verify to confirm one s right to work in the US. Wollborg Michelson Recruiting does not provide sponsorship for an employment-based visa status.