Choong Kim
Irvine,CA
Summary
Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements. Accomplished financial management and accounting professional with 6 years of demonstrated positive impact company growth. Proven skill in employing accounting and financial management best practices and team leadership. Committed to introducing changes to achieve continuous improvement and successfully influencing processes driving operational excellence. Expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis, operational management, forecasting and cost control.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
DB Insurance Co., Ltd. (U.S. Branch)
10.2017 - Current
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.
- Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
- Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
- Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Facilitated staff development through regular training sessions on new accounting standards, software upgrades, or company-specific policies changes.
- Proactively identified potential issues affecting company''s finances by conducting risk assessments on existing processes or proposed projects.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Global Operations Manager
DB Insurance Co., Ltd. (Korea)
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Leveraged data analytics to identify trends, inform decision-making, and drive operational improvements.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives, leading to significant enhancements in overall efficiency and productivity.
- Promoted a culture of safety throughout the organization by developing policies, procedures, and training programs that minimized workplace incidents.
- Managed an international team of professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting professional growth.
- Developed short-term goals aligned with long-term strategic objectives to drive organizational growth and sustainability.
- Developed comprehensive risk management strategies, mitigating potential threats to company operations and assets.
- Reduced operational costs for increased profitability with strategic procurement and vendor negotiations.
- Monitored and analyzed performance data, identifying areas of improvement and developing corrective action plans.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
New Product Strategist
DB Insurance Co., Ltd. (Korea)
10.2010 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and sales to develop innovative products that met customer needs.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers/vendors to secure favorable terms that contributed positively to the bottom line.
- Facilitated knowledge-sharing workshops on best practices in new product strategy development, enhancing team capabilities and expertise.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes for product development, improving overall efficiency and effectiveness.
- Conducted in-depth competitor analysis to identify opportunities for differentiation and growth.
- Continuously improved internal processes for new product strategy development by implementing best practices from industry leaders and staying updated on emerging trends.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of products from ideation to launch, consistently meeting or exceeding project milestones and deadlines.
- Optimized new product strategies by identifying market trends and analyzing consumer preferences.
- Designed effective training programs for sales teams on new product features and benefits, increasing their ability to sell successfully in the marketplace.
- Leveraged market research insights to inform product positioning, pricing strategies, and go-to-market plans.
- Increased brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.
- Executed tactical plans for short- and long-term marketing strategies impacting revenue, market share and profitability.
- Developed sales and promotional campaigns to communicate and evangelize product benefits and key messages.
- Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
- Researched and evaluated potential new markets and products.
- Created customized marketing materials to increase product awareness.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement market research strategies.
- Used various market research tools and techniques to gather, analyze and interpret data.
- Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
- Generated reports to support development and implementation of marketing plans.
- Tracked key metrics and developed spreadsheets and data models.
- Created and distributed surveys for data collection and analysis.
- Developed questionnaires and facilitated focus group discussions.
- Implemented and supervised market research projects from start to finish with focus groups, surveys and interviews.
Insurance Product Analyst
DB Insurance Co., Ltd. (Korea)
01.2008 - 09.2010
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Validated results and performed quality assurance to assess accuracy of data.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
- Queried databases for information needed for report processing.
IT Consultant
OntheIT Corporation (Korea)
01.2003 - 12.2007
- Reduced downtime by proactively addressing potential issues through regular system maintenance and updates.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing timely and effective troubleshooting support for various technical problems.
- Made recommendations and performed upgrades, assisting businesses in technology planning aligned with growth projections.
- Provided training sessions on new technologies and best practices, enhancing team members'' knowledge and skills in the field of IT consulting.
- Established strong relationships with vendors for cost-effective sourcing of cutting-edge hardware and software solutions that met clients'' needs effectively.
- Developed detailed project scopes outlining objectives timelines deliverables resources needed successfully complete initiatives within set parameters.
- Discussed project progress with customers, collected feedback on different stages and directly addressed concerns.
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, training and development for network resource administration, appropriate use and disaster recovery.
- Evaluated project requirements and specifications and developed software applications that surpassed client expectations.
- Conducted regular quality assurance checks identify resolve any potential issues before they impacted end-users or system performance.
- Enhanced system efficiency by implementing innovative IT solutions and optimizing existing processes.
- Collaborated cross-functional teams ensure alignment expectations deliver consistent high-quality results across various aspects projects.
- Evaluated emerging trends in technology, recommending strategic investments to maintain a competitive edge within the industry.
- Adjusted design parameters to incorporate new features.
- Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by IT personnel in future projects.
- Contributed ideas and suggestions in team meetings and delivered updates on deadlines, designs, and enhancements.
- Communicated regularly with customers concerning data exchange and technology integration.
- Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to support network operations.
- Identified computer hardware and network system issues, performing troubleshooting techniques for remediation.
- Coordinated secure system access of users to various department systems and platforms.
- Wrote strategic business plans outlining need for departmental information technology resources.
Education
Master of Science - Mathematics
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.2002
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2000
GED -
Glen A. Wilson High School
Hacienda Heights, CA06.1995
Skills
- Journal Entries
- Payroll Processing
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Reporting
- Bank Reconciliation
- AP and AR management
- General Ledger Management
- Bank account reconciliations
- Payment Collection
- Payroll Administration
- Finance
- Payroll Management
- GAAP
- Internal Controls
- Cost Reduction
- Cash Flow Management
- Financial statement presentations
- Budget Management
- Tax Preparation
- Auditing procedures
- Tax Compliance
- Forecasting
- Recruitment and hiring
- IFRS Knowledge
- Customer Service
- Human Resources
Languages
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounting Manager
DB Insurance Co., Ltd. (U.S. Branch)
10.2017 - Current
Global Operations Manager
DB Insurance Co., Ltd. (Korea)
01.2017 - 09.2017
New Product Strategist
DB Insurance Co., Ltd. (Korea)
10.2010 - 01.2017
Insurance Product Analyst
DB Insurance Co., Ltd. (Korea)
01.2008 - 09.2010
IT Consultant
OntheIT Corporation (Korea)
01.2003 - 12.2007
Master of Science - Mathematics
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Utah
GED -
Glen A. Wilson High School
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