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Glovis America - 18191 Von Karman Ave, 18191 Von Karman Ave, Irvine, California, United States of America

Posted Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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.

The Senior Manager, Freight Forwarding Accounting position is responsible for managing to maintain accurate accounting of Revenue and Cost of the Freight Forwarding Business. This position must acquire understanding of Freight Forwarding business and work collaboratively with Freight Forwarding departments.

• Prepare accurate and timely Monthly financial reports, including revenue and cost analysis for management
• Conduct the revenue recognition test to ensure proper revnue recoginition in accordance with GAAP and IFRS
• Mornitior and analyze cost trends, variances and impacts to provide insights into the company cost struture and identify areas to improvement
• Review the Analysis and summary of the month end closing results and interpret the Financial results to HOD, Director, and CFO through various reports and presentations
• Review the trends of Accrual and variances and follow up the Current billing status with Freight Forwarding department
• Review and analyze general ledger balances, accounting entries, prepare and review account reconciliations, investigate P&L variances and coordinate variance explanations of actual results .
• Monitor the current business trends and provide trend analysis upon request
• Perform and monitor revenue and cost activities, including processes and reviews of invoices to ensure accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and compliance to company policies
• Review Operation's business plan, confirming with in-depth analysis of comparing the Business Plan to the Actuals for the current year and the year prior
• Create written and visual explanations for the Management presentation using various reporting tools.
• Assist in quarterly and annual auditors' reviews to help facilitate an optimal audit process
• Support in establishing and maintaining SOX controls regarding AR/ AP processes to achieve corporate objectives and ensure current processes are accurately documented
• Investigate the remaining BS Accrual balance and reconcile with revenue and cost

$115,000 - $145,000 per year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

• Medical Insurance
• Vision 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
• 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

• Intermediate-level MS Excel knowledge Required
• Good interpersonal skills Required
• Accounting knowledge and experience Required
• Proficient in SAP Required
• Proficient with PC skills Required

• Bachelor's Degree Required/Master Degree Preferred
• 8-12 years of experience relating to Accounting and/or Finance Required
• 10-14 years of experience relating to Accounting and/or Finance Preferred
• 1 - 3 years of supervisory experience Required
• 4 - 7 years of supervisory experience Preferred

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

• Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
• Possibility of domestic travel - 5%
• Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
• Lift up to 10lbs
• Carry up to 10lbs
• Stand/walk

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
• This position will be located in the Irvine, CA office
• Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.

Glovis America - 18191 Von Karman Ave, 18191 Von Karman Ave, Irvine, California, United States of America