Legal Aid at Work
Ian Huang is an experienced finance and accounting professional with a diverse background spanning various roles in multiple organizations. Currently serving as Human Resource and Accounting Manager at Legal Aid at Work since May 2020, Ian oversees the full accounts payable process, manages payroll, and handles HR functions. Previous roles include Senior GL Accountant at Topia, where Ian managed multi-currency reconciliations and collaborated on month-end closing tasks, and Accounting Consultant positions at BanCal Property Management and SimplyInsured. Ian's early career included positions such as Staff Accountant at Equal Access International and Bookkeeper at Swanky Limos Inc. Ian holds a Master of Science degree in Accountancy with a focus on Taxation from Golden Gate University, complemented by a B.S. in Business Administration from San Francisco State University, along with extensive training in accounting systems and practices.
Legal Aid at Work
Legal Aid at Work promotes the rights and economic self-sufficiency of low-wage workers and marginalized communities through free legal services, education, and advocacy at the local, state, and national level. Using the law as a tool, we help low-wage workers create the best possible future for themselves and their families. As one of the few legal aid organizations providing direct community legal services as well as representation in court, impact litigation, and policy advocacy, we address the full spectrum of employment-related issues for our clients including: -- Unpaid minimum or overtime wages; -- Denial of medical / family leave; -- Denial of disability accommodations; and -- Discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, immigration status, language, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Legal Aid at Work focuses on six program areas: disability rights; gender equity; national origin, immigration, and language rights; racial equality; wage and hour enforcement litigation; and community legal services. We help our clients and our community by providing a wide range of services, including limited and full legal representation; pre-litigation resolutions; representation before administrative and governmental entities; expert testimony before legislative bodies; and technical support.