Damon Liang
Portland,OR
Summary
Innovative and results-oriented candidate seeks position of Accountant for new professional growth and personal challenges. Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude who is driven to learn, improve and succeed.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cost Accountant
Kroger
Portland, OR
08.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained cost accounting systems to ensure accuracy of financial records.
- Analyzed actual manufacturing costs and prepared periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
- Provided management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods in order to provide accurate information on product costing.
- Assisted in budget preparation process by providing historical trends analysis and forecasting future expenses based on past performance.
- Maintained the cost accounting system by recording, classifying, allocating, summarizing and evaluating cost data.
- Audited vendor invoices against purchase orders to verify pricing accuracy prior to payment processing.
- Investigated variances between actual results versus standards established within the cost accounting system on a periodic basis in order to make necessary corrections or adjustments accordingly.
- Assisted with development of cost system and related internal controls.
- Helped to integrate cost accounting methodologies with existing company accounting and administrative systems.
- Delivered superior level of customer service to small business clients.
- Designed internal control policies to improve audit scores.
- Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.
- Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
- Coordinated project materials and schedules, facilitated communication and prepared reports.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
- Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
Warehouse Administrator/Account Payable
Wanke Cascade
Portland, OR
10.2018 - Current
- Maintained accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions.
- Handled high-volume invoice processing for shipping and logistics operations.
- Coordinated documents and bills, managed payments and responded to inquiries.
- Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
- Charged expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice and expense reports.
- Kept detailed records of accounts payable by creating reports and updating vendor balance sheets.
- Verified accuracy of information and resolved discrepancies with vendors before entering invoices for payment.
- Expedited payments by verifying the accuracy and currency of vendor information.
- Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.
- Stepped in to assist the Vice President and Operation Manager with special projects, including Freight Cost Analysis and Audit Freight Invoices, promoting the desire to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Reordered stock to replenish inventory without interruption to production
- Promoted inventory accuracy and proper records management by comparing shipment contents with paperwork.
- Directed materials routing by preparing accurate shipping orders and bills of lading.
- Organized storage areas to maximize the efficiency of materials movements and minimize the labor required.
- Trained and supervised shipping department staff, enforcing company policies and industry best practices.
- Optimized shipping and receiving strategies with cost-effective methods, carriers and routes.
- Rectified problems such as damages and shortages by collaborating directly with vendor representatives.
- Directed group of 5-8 direct reports devoted to picking, packing, and shipping over 10,000 pounds every day.
- Tracked inventory, conducted cycle counts and audits and resolved issues to maintain accurate records.
- Managed LTL Carrier relationships to support supply chain and maintain service and product quality.
- Oversaw shipping and receiving activities, accomplishing customer pick rate of 100% by monitoring zone separation.
- Maintained accurate and current order and shipment forms, inventory documentation and customer records.
- Considered specific product requirements and accessibility when managing and organizing storage areas.
- Created receiving reports and updated vendor balance sheets to record accounts payable.
- Ran daily cost driver reports to check data and address variances.
Expeditor/Coordinator
Anest Iwata Medea
Portland, OR
11.2013 - 09.2018
- Increased team efficiency from providing cross-departmental administrative supports in business operation, customer service, shipping/receiving, and production.
- Compiled forecasting data for material requirements and procurement.
- Reported inventory balances and cycle counts in both the ERP and WMS systems.
- A key member of the global distribution operations team that coordinated shipments across five countries.
- 100% quality assurance checked for raw materials, finished goods, and inbound/outbound shipments.
- Installed protective bracing, padding and strapping to prevent shifting and damage to items during transport.
- Maintained accurate and current order and shipment forms, inventory documentation and customer records.
- Coordinated shipping and receiving schedules with production to assist in traffic control on docks.
- Tracked inventory, conducted cycle counts and audits and resolved issues to maintain accurate records.
- Provided subject matter expertise on inventory levels and processes to internal and external customers to meet diverse requirements and smooth processes.
- Operated forklift to elevate or place merchandise in appropriate areas.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Communicated effectively with members of the public in often crowded and noisy environments.
- Stepped in to assist the Operation Manager with special projects, including Material Resource Planning and trade shows, promoting the desire to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Reordered stock to replenish inventory without interruption to production.
- Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories.
- Directed materials routing by preparing accurate shipping orders and bills of lading.
- Organized storage areas to maximize the efficiency of materials movements and minimize the labor required.
- Optimized shipping and receiving strategies with cost-effective methods, carriers and routes.
- Prepared domestic and foreign shipments in line with regulations established by shipping companies and international customs.
- Established transportation cost standards and economical shipping practices.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels, preparing shipment documents and securing products on pallets.
Data Entry Clerk
InkMarts, Inc
10.2011 - 05.2013
- Created packing lists and shipping labels with web-based CRM systems.
- Monitored unauthorized consumer purchase and credit card fraud.
- Ensured proper weight, dimension, and freight carrier for daily outbound shipments with 100% accuracy.
Medical Interpreter
Passport to Languages
01.2010 - 10.2011
- Provided medical interpretation services to physicians and Chinese speaking patients with 100% accuracy.
- Coordinated upcoming medical appointments with clients.
- Client-oriented practiced with unsurpassed ethic.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management and Leadership & Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Portland State University
2017
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Business Management
Washington State University
Pullman, WA09.2021
Skills
- Quality assurance and control
- Qualitative and Quantitative analyze
- Problem solving
- Purchasing and procurement
- Organized
- Innovation Management
- Unsurpassed work ethic
- Detail-oriented
- Work flow planning
- Project development and Lifecycle
- Budgeting and forecasting
Languages
Bilingual in English, Chinese (Mandarin), and Chinese (Cantonese).
Timeline
Cost Accountant
Kroger
08.2022 - Current
Warehouse Administrator/Account Payable
Wanke Cascade
10.2018 - Current
Expeditor/Coordinator
Anest Iwata Medea
11.2013 - 09.2018
Data Entry Clerk
InkMarts, Inc
10.2011 - 05.2013
Medical Interpreter
Passport to Languages
01.2010 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management and Leadership & Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Business Management
Washington State University