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I was contacted via email [email protected] about an interview with MRC Global for a Remote Data Entry Position. The email asked I join teams and message "hiring manager" Allison Yost. It also included an interview code. I did exactly that. Went through the interview process and was offered the job. I was sent this message "You will need Accounting software programs and a Time Tracker to begin your training and orientation and most importantly, you need the software to get started with work as soon as possible. NOTE: The work of the time tracker is to evaluate your working hours from the company's server for payment purposes as this will be an online/remote position. Here are the names of the software programs you will need to start work with: A brand new laptop, Sage 50 Cloud Accounting Software, CYMA IV Accounting Software, MYOB Business Essentials Accounting Software, QuickBooks Pro Accounting Software, Desktop publishing software, Employee scheduling software, LibreOffice Productivity Suite (Customized), and a Time Tracker. The funds needed for the programs and equipment to set up your home office will be provided for you by the company via check. The check will be issued by one of the company's affiliates in the US to ensure swift delivery. The check will cover the cost of a laptop, printer, scanner, and time tracker with a high-speed internet connection you need to start work with. Ensure to utilize the funds as instructed for the software programs/working equipment and I will refer you to one of the company's certified vendors you are to purchase them from at a discount rate due to the company's long-lasting relationship and bilateral agreement with them. The vendor will be responsible for completing the installation of the software programs with the required updates and patches before shipping them to you. The accountant would like to verify if you are able to handle Mobile banking, specifically mobile check deposits. This is because most of our employees these days use mobile check deposits to receive their startup check. If you are unfamiliar with mobile check deposit, it involves receiving a check PDF copy via email, printing it out, signing and endorsing the back, and taking pictures of the check to process the deposit with your mobile bank app. The funds will be available for use within 24 hours or more so you can start purchasing your work materials. If you are able to handle mobile banking and mobile check deposits, please let us know so that we can proceed further steps. I've worked in banking for 15 years, so I knew this was extremely fishy! I was informed that I should check my email for my employment offer letter. The person insisted several times that I sign it and return. I asked, "why is the email sent from a gmail account and not an account set up through MRC Global?". The response I received was "That’s my secretary email for hiring and the rest onboarding papers will be issued to you directly by your training surpervisor at the completion of your training….is this clear?". After reading another review AND calling MRC Global, this is in fact a scam. MRC Global does not offer remote positions.