Chris Teahwan Lim
AP Accountant
Whittier,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented and personable individual with a solid understanding of financial principles, demonstrating a knack for accuracy and attention to detail. Possessing fundamental knowledge of accounting procedures, proficient in managing invoices and processing payments. Committed to ensuring efficient financial operations and contributing to organizational success. Accounts Payable professional with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of financial processes. Skilled in invoice processing, vendor management, and payment reconciliations. Focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting to changing needs with reliability. Known for precision, organizational skills, and strong communication abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Accounts Payable Accountant
Hot Topic
City Of Industry
07.2022 - Current
- Processed and managed 500+ invoices per week, ensuring accuracy and timely payments through streamlined accounts payable procedures
- Improved invoice processing efficiency by implementing an automated system and reducing manual data entry errors with Excel macros
- Managed accounts payable operations using Oracle NetSuite ERP, ensuring accurate recording and timely processing of transactions
- Prepared monthly journal entries and accruals, ensuring proper expense allocation and reconciliation
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding errors, and tracked recurring expenses for accurate accrual entries
- Collaborated with Finance Reporting and TAX teams to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting
- Minimized late payment fees by consistently monitoring due dates, prioritizing payments, and negotiating favorable payment terms with key suppliers
- Served as the primary contact for external vendors, resolving inquiries and ensuring timely and professional communication
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends through participation in professional networks and training opportunities
Sous Chef
Starr Restaurant
Manhattan, NY
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Assisted in the development of staff training programs, improving overall consistency and efficiency within the kitchen environment while fostering professional growth among junior team members.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
Accounting Internship
U&I Global
Brisbane, Queensland
10.2014 - 01.2015
- Process and record incoming payments accurately in accounting software.
Prepare and send out invoices to clients in a timely manner. - Conduct account analysis to ensure all transactions are accounted for correctly.
- Handle customer inquiries regarding billing issues and payment discrepancies.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports related to accounts receivable.
Staff Accountant
Ministry Of National Defense (Republic of Korea)
Seoul, South Korea
08.2009 - 06.2011
- Comprehensive check up notes payable with all budget expenditures related to payment (welfare, payroll and invoices)
- Manage bookkeeping notes with excel sheets with created various functions (IF, SUMIF, LEFT/RIGHT, V/H LOOKUP,
- VALUE, UNIQUE, FILTER ETC), charts, graphs and diagrams by MS Excel with data extracted based on Govt ERP system
- and reported directly to supervisor weekly
- Check and prepare reporting on the financial budget allocation-related work that comes down from the Department of
- Defense on a daily basis to supervisor
- Preparation in audit season in accordance with Korean accounting standards (Non-profit accounting) in time for the annual closing for two
- times.
- Documents work related to contracts and procurement with companies selected by the Government Procurement
- Service and business progress
- All procurement-related down payment and budget execution-related practices were processed through ERP system.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Culinary Institute of America
New York, NY 10.2015 - 09.2017
BBA - Accounting
Griffith University
Brisbane, Australia 07.2009 - 01.2015
Skills
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Invoice processing
Invoice coding
Accruals entry
Month-end closing
Problem resolution
ERP systems proficiency
Entry recording
Sales tax reporting
Journal entry preparation
Problem-solving
Journal entries
Timeline
Accounts Payable Accountant
Hot Topic
07.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Starr Restaurant
09.2017 - 08.2020
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Culinary Institute of America
10.2015 - 09.2017
Accounting Internship
U&I Global
10.2014 - 01.2015
Staff Accountant
Ministry Of National Defense (Republic of Korea)
08.2009 - 06.2011
BBA - Accounting
Griffith University
07.2009 - 01.2015
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