Assistant Manager - FF Accounting
About The Position
About GLOVIS America Inc. GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies. Summary The Assistant Manager - FF Accounting is responsible for overseeing the financial integrity of the Freight Forwarding business, including Inland Trucking, Trading, and other related segments. This role ensures the accuracy of revenue and cost data, strictly adheres to SOX, GAAP, and IFRS standards, and supports HQ and internal management by delivering insightful financial reports and analyses. The position also plays a key role in driving process improvements, managing reporting activities, and supporting strategic decision-making.
Requirements
- Intermediate-level MS Excel knowledge Required
- Good interpersonal skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- 6 - 9 years of experience relating to Accounting Required
- 1 - 3 years of supervisor experience Required
Nice To Haves
- Accounting knowledge and experience Preferred
- Proficient in SAP Preferred
- Proficient with PC skills Preferred
- Master's Degree Preferred
- 7 - 11 years of experience relating to Accounting Preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the month-end closing process, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting in accordance with corporate policies
- Ensure strict compliance with internal controls and external accounting standards (SOX, GAAP, IFRS) relevant to logistics and freight forwarding operations
- Supervise daily financial transaction monitoring across Freight Forwarding, Inland Trucking, Trading, and new business units to ensure completeness and accuracy
- Review and approve detailed financial reports, including accrual aging and segmented P&L summaries by business type, customer, vendor, and location
- Perform proactive financial analysis and forecasting related to revenue, costs, and direct margin to support business planning and decision-making
- Oversee accurate consolidation and reconciliation of financial data across all reporting entities and systems
- Maintain and govern key financial master data to ensure consistency and integrity across reports and analytical outputs
- Develop high-impact financial presentations and dashboards using Excel and BI tools for both internal and external stakeholders
- Deliver timely, accurate ad-hoc reports and in-depth financial analyses for senior management, HQ, and external auditors
- Lead initiatives to identify, recommend, and implement improvements in financial processes, reporting efficiency, and data quality
- Manage the preparation and maintenance of KPI dashboards and reports, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational performance
- Monitor team progress and ensure timely completion of financial reporting tasks and deliverables
- Oversee accrual testing and validations to ensure accuracy in financial postings during the month-end process
- Evaluate and report on the profitability of new business ventures, including direct margin performance
- Support strategic projects, system enhancements, and key initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams and leadership
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
- Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
- Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement
- 401(k) with Generous Matching
- Referral Bonuses
- Auto Allowance
- Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities
- Discretionary Bonuses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Benefits may vary by location.
- All benefits pursuant to Company policy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
