by SK30
Wed Feb 15, 2012 5:17 pm
I received this email yesterday and I had an interview with them today. The flag for me was that no legitimate company will send an email using yahoo. However, I still proceeded with the interview to check the legitimacy. I added the person on yahoo messenger with the id [email protected] (please beware). The name of the company is Advance Computer Solutions ltd. They have a website called www.acsolutionsltd.co.uk.
The lady sent me an offer letter within 15 mins of our chat!!!! She said I will be trained for two weeks with USD 15 per hour and then on I will receive USD 23 per hour and within two months I will be the employee of the Company. It was fine till then. But later she told me that they will be providing all the necessary equipment for the job which included laptops, printers and what not. She said they will send a check to me worth USD 2500 and I will have to buy the equipment.
This is when I realized its a big scam. I asked her how could they trust some anonymous person with money and the person didn't reply. I insisted that she gave me a number to get in touch with. She gave me a number 321-352-5327, i tried calling but it went to voicemail and it was a man's voice. I told her I am not interested in the job and it is best that she doesn't send me any check. She went offline immediately after I made this statement.
Although, I did not encourage this scamster further I am only skeptical about a couple of things. They have my mailing address and the name of the bank I have an account with. Beyond this I did not provide them with any other information. They do not have any other details like account number or type of account or debit / atm card number or where the account was opened. I did not disclose any other details to them.
Immediately after the lady went offline, I called my bank and told them about the incident and told them that an unknown person has my mailing address to which they put my account on fraud alert. I hope I dont get into trouble because of this. I have also just typed my initials on an agreement which they sent me. I am enclosing a copy of the agreement (right after the emails below). What if they do send me a check? What do I do then? Please help.
Please check the emails, they sent me:
FIRST EMAIL:
"Dawn Longley [email protected]
Feb 14 (1 day ago)
Dear Applicant,
We have reviewed your resume on THERECRUITERNETWORK and believe you could qualify for this position. We have forwarded your resume to the Head of Operation. Mrs HELEN CARLOS of Advance Computer Solutions . She would like to Conduct an online interview with you 02/15/2012 between 9:00AM -2:00 PM EST to discuss more about the ACCOUNTING CLERK Position that you are yet to occupy.
Set Up a Screen name with the yahoo Instant Messenger online at www.messenger.yahoo.com and add up the Head of Operation screen name: helencarlos115 to your buddy list.
Her Screen Name with Yahoo Instant Messenger is: helencarlos115
Email Address: [email protected]
She will be waiting to talk to you on yahoo messenger right away.Endeavor to get online ASAP.
Contact Mrs HELEN CARLORS the email Below to let her know if the time frame works for you [email protected] If you got any problems feel free to email back.
Human Resource Dept."
SECOND EMAIL:
"Helen Carlos [email protected]
9:12 AM (3 hours ago)
Advance Computer Solutions
We specialise in IT support for small to medium sized businesses, endeavouring at all times to deliver the best possible affordable solutions in Computer Systems, PC Repairs, Computer Upgrades, Support and Maintenance, Website Design, Web Hosting and e-Commerce solutions
to our valued customers.
If you have a small to medium IT system and cannot justify a full time IT Manager, but would like independent and professional guidance at a reasonable cost then we can help.
SERVICE=============
Advance Computer Solutions offer a range of services including:
Some of the services we offer:
Upgrades
Slow System Speed-ups
Data Recovery
Virus Removal
Software Repairs
Consultancy
AVG
System Rebuilds
Networking
WiFi Setup
Maintenance Contracts
PC Health Checks
Backup Solutions
Web Design
Something else you need? Just ask.
If it can be done it will be ... professionally and with a smile!
Whatever your needs Advance Computer Solutions is here to help.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Entering all checks vouchers and payment in appropriate account ;Maintains accurate records of all Receivables and Payable's Developing, analyzing, and maintaining financial reporting systems in general accounting, budget or cost systems.Responsible forcompiling amounts owed from purchase orders, charge slips, sales tickets etc
BRIEFING SUMMARY
You will be enlisted for 2 weeks training programme. Find Training programme details below:
*You will have to be online from 9am to 12pm daily for training programmes as you will be given series of tasks during training.
*You will resume work fully after training and your working hours will be 8am - 4pm your time zone.
*Whether or not you have an assignment or task to carry out you will be paid for $18/hr and for 8hrs a day as long as you are online during the stated hours.
*You have to keep strict record of time and activities. A time sheet should be sent in every Friday's days for monitoring (In your own format).
*In carrying out any assignment or task a progress report has to be emailed every Friday to me.
*You are paid weekly.
*There is no start up cost, the training would be administered on line, this is an Internet based position, and the base pay is $18 per hour During training and $23 per hour after training.
*Either party is free to terminate at any time with notice.
*At the end of your training, you will receive a 1099 form at the end of the year as you are listed as an Independent contractor.
*Benefits include: 401k, health and dental, paid vacation and 2 weeks sick leave you will be enrolled for this benefits
after 2months after which you would become a regular employee of company.
WORKING EQUIPMENTS
Equipments will be provided for you by the Company asap. This includes a Hp Laptop/Notebook for mobility and some other software for accuracy, Speed of data processing, Time Monitoring and Effectiveness,(4 in one Zebra ZM 400vvBarcode Printer and Cards,Fax Machine,Scanner,Photocopier Machine, 4Drawer Cabinet and Office Desk).
Details on the Uses and delivery of these equipments would be provided to you ASAP.
You would be Given the Following to start work with after training:
* Staff User Name and Password for Our Website Link ( For easy access to company data and task for each day )
Employment Supervisor:
I have a Couple of Question to ask you before i make my Employment Decision
Are you capable of handling this position?
Are you currently employed?
How well do you work under pressure?
What do you understand by privacy and code of conduct?
Do you have any form of disability How well do you relate with people?
What do you understand by charge back?
What is your strongest point as an individual?
Rate your self on a scale of 1-5 based on the following MATHEMATICAL ACCURACY, SPELLING ACCURACY,TYPING SPEED,STATISTICAL ACCURACY?
Will you be able to dedicate 7hours of your time to this position Mon-Fri?"
AGREEMENT:
"Advance Computer Solutions
2 Lansdowne Crescent
Poole, Dorset , BH1 1SA
Telephone 01202 244513
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT LETTER
Date ?02/15/2012
Dear SK,
We are pleased to confirm you’re being employed by our firm in the capacity of Data Entry Assistant. You will report directly to Helen Carlos with your start of employment on February 15th, 2012.
Your salary shall be Paid $23 per hour; you will also be covered by the standard group benefit plans and fringe benefits, which will be explained to you. For the first year vacation time shall be pro-rated, so you will be entitled to 21 Working days vacation for this year.
If you agree, please sign the enclosed copy and return for our files.
We look forward to your joining the company.
…………………………
Employee's Signature
Yours very truly,
Mr David Coleman
Chief Executive Officer
------------------------------------------------------------
Disclaimer
------------------------------------------------------------
This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual
named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, please notify the sender
immediately by e-mail and delete this e-mail from your system."
The lady sent me an offer letter within 15 mins of our chat!!!! She said I will be trained for two weeks with USD 15 per hour and then on I will receive USD 23 per hour and within two months I will be the employee of the Company. It was fine till then. But later she told me that they will be providing all the necessary equipment for the job which included laptops, printers and what not. She said they will send a check to me worth USD 2500 and I will have to buy the equipment.
This is when I realized its a big scam. I asked her how could they trust some anonymous person with money and the person didn't reply. I insisted that she gave me a number to get in touch with. She gave me a number 321-352-5327, i tried calling but it went to voicemail and it was a man's voice. I told her I am not interested in the job and it is best that she doesn't send me any check. She went offline immediately after I made this statement.
Although, I did not encourage this scamster further I am only skeptical about a couple of things. They have my mailing address and the name of the bank I have an account with. Beyond this I did not provide them with any other information. They do not have any other details like account number or type of account or debit / atm card number or where the account was opened. I did not disclose any other details to them.
Immediately after the lady went offline, I called my bank and told them about the incident and told them that an unknown person has my mailing address to which they put my account on fraud alert. I hope I dont get into trouble because of this. I have also just typed my initials on an agreement which they sent me. I am enclosing a copy of the agreement (right after the emails below). What if they do send me a check? What do I do then? Please help.
Please check the emails, they sent me:
FIRST EMAIL:
"Dawn Longley [email protected]
Feb 14 (1 day ago)
Dear Applicant,
We have reviewed your resume on THERECRUITERNETWORK and believe you could qualify for this position. We have forwarded your resume to the Head of Operation. Mrs HELEN CARLOS of Advance Computer Solutions . She would like to Conduct an online interview with you 02/15/2012 between 9:00AM -2:00 PM EST to discuss more about the ACCOUNTING CLERK Position that you are yet to occupy.
Set Up a Screen name with the yahoo Instant Messenger online at www.messenger.yahoo.com and add up the Head of Operation screen name: helencarlos115 to your buddy list.
Her Screen Name with Yahoo Instant Messenger is: helencarlos115
Email Address: [email protected]
She will be waiting to talk to you on yahoo messenger right away.Endeavor to get online ASAP.
Contact Mrs HELEN CARLORS the email Below to let her know if the time frame works for you [email protected] If you got any problems feel free to email back.
Human Resource Dept."
SECOND EMAIL:
"Helen Carlos [email protected]
9:12 AM (3 hours ago)
Advance Computer Solutions
We specialise in IT support for small to medium sized businesses, endeavouring at all times to deliver the best possible affordable solutions in Computer Systems, PC Repairs, Computer Upgrades, Support and Maintenance, Website Design, Web Hosting and e-Commerce solutions
to our valued customers.
If you have a small to medium IT system and cannot justify a full time IT Manager, but would like independent and professional guidance at a reasonable cost then we can help.
SERVICE=============
Advance Computer Solutions offer a range of services including:
Some of the services we offer:
Upgrades
Slow System Speed-ups
Data Recovery
Virus Removal
Software Repairs
Consultancy
AVG
System Rebuilds
Networking
WiFi Setup
Maintenance Contracts
PC Health Checks
Backup Solutions
Web Design
Something else you need? Just ask.
If it can be done it will be ... professionally and with a smile!
Whatever your needs Advance Computer Solutions is here to help.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Entering all checks vouchers and payment in appropriate account ;Maintains accurate records of all Receivables and Payable's Developing, analyzing, and maintaining financial reporting systems in general accounting, budget or cost systems.Responsible forcompiling amounts owed from purchase orders, charge slips, sales tickets etc
BRIEFING SUMMARY
You will be enlisted for 2 weeks training programme. Find Training programme details below:
*You will have to be online from 9am to 12pm daily for training programmes as you will be given series of tasks during training.
*You will resume work fully after training and your working hours will be 8am - 4pm your time zone.
*Whether or not you have an assignment or task to carry out you will be paid for $18/hr and for 8hrs a day as long as you are online during the stated hours.
*You have to keep strict record of time and activities. A time sheet should be sent in every Friday's days for monitoring (In your own format).
*In carrying out any assignment or task a progress report has to be emailed every Friday to me.
*You are paid weekly.
*There is no start up cost, the training would be administered on line, this is an Internet based position, and the base pay is $18 per hour During training and $23 per hour after training.
*Either party is free to terminate at any time with notice.
*At the end of your training, you will receive a 1099 form at the end of the year as you are listed as an Independent contractor.
*Benefits include: 401k, health and dental, paid vacation and 2 weeks sick leave you will be enrolled for this benefits
after 2months after which you would become a regular employee of company.
WORKING EQUIPMENTS
Equipments will be provided for you by the Company asap. This includes a Hp Laptop/Notebook for mobility and some other software for accuracy, Speed of data processing, Time Monitoring and Effectiveness,(4 in one Zebra ZM 400vvBarcode Printer and Cards,Fax Machine,Scanner,Photocopier Machine, 4Drawer Cabinet and Office Desk).
Details on the Uses and delivery of these equipments would be provided to you ASAP.
You would be Given the Following to start work with after training:
* Staff User Name and Password for Our Website Link ( For easy access to company data and task for each day )
Employment Supervisor:
I have a Couple of Question to ask you before i make my Employment Decision
Are you capable of handling this position?
Are you currently employed?
How well do you work under pressure?
What do you understand by privacy and code of conduct?
Do you have any form of disability How well do you relate with people?
What do you understand by charge back?
What is your strongest point as an individual?
Rate your self on a scale of 1-5 based on the following MATHEMATICAL ACCURACY, SPELLING ACCURACY,TYPING SPEED,STATISTICAL ACCURACY?
Will you be able to dedicate 7hours of your time to this position Mon-Fri?"
AGREEMENT:
"Advance Computer Solutions
2 Lansdowne Crescent
Poole, Dorset , BH1 1SA
Telephone 01202 244513
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT LETTER
Date ?02/15/2012
Dear SK,
We are pleased to confirm you’re being employed by our firm in the capacity of Data Entry Assistant. You will report directly to Helen Carlos with your start of employment on February 15th, 2012.
Your salary shall be Paid $23 per hour; you will also be covered by the standard group benefit plans and fringe benefits, which will be explained to you. For the first year vacation time shall be pro-rated, so you will be entitled to 21 Working days vacation for this year.
If you agree, please sign the enclosed copy and return for our files.
We look forward to your joining the company.
…………………………
Employee's Signature
Yours very truly,
Mr David Coleman
Chief Executive Officer
------------------------------------------------------------
Disclaimer
------------------------------------------------------------
This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual
named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. If you have received this e-mail by mistake, please notify the sender
immediately by e-mail and delete this e-mail from your system."