Detail-oriented accounting specialist with advanced Excel skills and expertise in payroll processing. Proven ability to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with policies.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Specialist
County of Orange Auditor Controller
Orange, California
11.2024 - Current
Review and process payroll transactions for employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with County policies, procedures, and applicable MOUs.
Audit employee timecards and payroll records for regular hours, overtime, leave usage including FMLA/CFRA, night shift differentials, and other compensation-related transactions.
Resolved payroll discrepancies, including overpayments, retroactive pay adjustments, separation payoffs, leave corrections, and other wage-related issues, ensuring accurate employee compensation.
Reconciled payroll and timekeeping information, identifying and correcting discrepancies prior to payroll processing to maintain compliance and accuracy.
Interpret and apply complex payroll rules, County policies, and bargaining-unit provisions to determine appropriate compensation and leave treatment.
Investigated and resolved payroll issues through effective communication with employees, supervisors, HR, and other departments, enhancing overall payroll accuracy.
Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive employee and financial information.
Instructor
ILE
Seoul, South Korea
03.2014 - 07.2024
Developed, prepared, and administered diverse assessments, including tests and exams.
Collaborated with colleagues to improve instructional strategies and design curricula, fostering a more effective learning environment.
Analyzed student performance data to deliver actionable feedback and comprehensive reports that guided instructional adjustments.
Revised exam content and academy textbooks to ensure accuracy and clarity.
Assisted in developing and refining school curricula while effectively managing multiple projects to align with educational standards.
Communicated with parents regarding student progress and addressed concerns effectively.
Evaluated annual academic contests based on established guidelines.
Office Assistant-Extra Help
County of Orange Assessor
Santa Ana
11.2012 - 01.2013
Verified and obtained accurate business information through field canvassing to support informed decision-making.
Prepared and submitted detailed daily reports to management to ensure clear communication of field activities.
Organized and maintained office files for efficient record retrieval.
Assisted staff with scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
Responded to public inquiries and provided accurate information promptly.
Office Assistant-Extra Help
Orange County Registrar of Voters
Santa Ana, CA
09.2012 - 11.2012
Coordinated and scheduled training sessions for poll workers to ensure preparedness for election duties.
Responded to inquiries from poll workers regarding training content and election day duties.
Maintained detailed records of communications and training schedules, facilitating compliance with election regulations.
Web Content Administrator
Lemon Tree Wholesale
Los Angeles, CA
03.2011 - 09.2012
Managed content updates across multiple platforms for Lemon Tree Wholesale, enhancing user experience through accurate and consistent information.
Updated product costs, descriptions, and images to maintain competitive pricing and accurate inventory listings.
Entered and organized significant volumes of product and pricing information using QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
Processed vendor invoices and documented expenses in QuickBooks for precise financial tracking.
Maintained detailed records of company expenses to support budget management.
Loan Assistant/Teller
Pacific City Bank
Los Angeles, CA
11.2006 - 08.2008
Acted as main point of contact for borrowers, internal teams, and external parties to facilitate smooth closings.
Ensured compliance with SBA standard operating procedures and bank policies for all loan activities.
Prepared and reviewed necessary SBA loan documents, including authorization requests and loan packages.
Gathered and reviewed loan documents for accuracy and compliance with SBA regulations, streamlining the approval process.
Managed disbursement of loan funds, ensuring adherence to credit approvals and program guidelines.
Oversaw all aspects of loan closing process from documentation to disbursement.
Maintained accurate records of loan transactions and disbursement details to ensure compliance and facilitate audits.
Generated monthly reports on held-for-sale loans, providing insights to support financial decision-making.
Tller
Saehan Bank
Buena Park, CA
05.2005 - 06.2006
Processed customer transactions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in deposits and loan payments.
Resolved customer complaints professionally, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
Managed cash drawer operations and balanced daily transactions with precision.
Assisted customers with account inquiries and service requests, improving overall customer experience.
Maintained compliance with banking regulations and internal policies consistently.
Managed high currency transactions efficiently, minimizing errors during transactions.
Balanced cash drawers daily, maintaining financial accuracy and accountability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration -Finance
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
12-2013
Skills
Payroll processing
Accounting principles
Auditing procedures
Financial reconciliation
Advanced Excel
Analytical detail orientation
Detail-oriented approach
Customer service
Languages
Korean
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Accounting Specialist
County of Orange Auditor Controller
11.2024 - Current
Instructor
ILE
03.2014 - 07.2024
Office Assistant-Extra Help
County of Orange Assessor
11.2012 - 01.2013
Office Assistant-Extra Help
Orange County Registrar of Voters
09.2012 - 11.2012
Web Content Administrator
Lemon Tree Wholesale
03.2011 - 09.2012
Loan Assistant/Teller
Pacific City Bank
11.2006 - 08.2008
Tller
Saehan Bank
05.2005 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration -Finance