JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting directly to the Director of Internal Audit in Houston.

This is a key role within the organization; the successful candidate will have the responsibility for assisting and conducting internal audits of worldwide facilities with primary emphasis placed on the review and evaluation of financial and operational controls and related procedures.

Audits may or may not have staff assigned, so the successful candidate will be able to manage 2-3 personnel as well as work independently performing detail testing.

This position involves a wide scope of activity, interaction with many key individuals throughout the business units and around 30-40% of the role involves travel to other business locations globally.

KEY DELIVERABLES

•To provide value added consultative services, which include identifying opportunities to improve financial and operational processes that will enhance overall plant performance and profitability

•To plan, organize, execute and conclude on the internal audits including the preparation of an audit plan and audit report which fulfils the responsibility of the department, scheduling and assigning work and estimating resource needs

•To make recommendations on the systems and procedures being reviewed, report on the findings and recommendations and monitor management’s response and implementation

•To review and report on the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of the financial and other information that is provided for management

•To work with management to ensure a system is in place which ensures that all major risks are identified and analyzed on an annual basis

•To provide both management and the internal audit department with an opinion on the internal controls in place within the organization

•Undertake additional operational audit reviews, Ernst and Young SOX reviews, investigations, internal consultancy and other special projects on an ad hoc basis, either individually or as part of a team

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Candidates will have 8+ years proven internal or external audit experience and be versed in USGAAP applicable to an E&C (engineering and construction) entity, including specific experience auditing percentage of completion contracts. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a pre-requisite. CPA designation required. Experience in fraud investigations and IT internal controls helpful. CIA, CFE and CISA a plus. Public accounting experience a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Accounting Degree at an accredited university or college.
• CPA professional certification required, which implies a thorough knowledge of the principles, procedures and practices of accounting and financial records transaction.
• Other recognized professional qualifications a plus (with the IIA or CIMA, such as CIA).
• 8+ years of internal or external audit or related experience in/for an E&C (engineering and construction) entity, including specific experience auditing percentage of completion contracts.
• Previous experience and understanding of SOX is a must.
• Experience in fraud investigations and IT internal controls helpful. CFE and CISA a plus.
• Public accounting experience a plus.
• Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate facts and to prepare and present concise oral and written reports.
• Knowledge of auditing procedures, including planning, techniques, tests and sampling methods involved in conducting audits is essential.
• Must be PC literate and a good working knowledge of SAP will be an advantage.
• A second language is also desirable. Good English speaking and writing skills required.
• The role demands excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate at all levels of the organization and the ability to rapidly develop, and then maintain both external and internal business relationships.
• Candidates must be energetic, motivated and self-driven and able to work efficiently, independently and in a team environment.
• Other skills required include commercial awareness, organizational, analytical, decision-making, relationship management skills and the ability to prioritize and self-manage.

	Regular
Job Description	o Analyze and record varying aspects of intercompany eliminations. o Responsible for the load, consolidation, and tie out of the domestic company code. o Prepare and record journal entries for overhead allocations as well as additional journal entries as needed. o Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions. o Correspond with Controllers on all Consolidations issues and ensure resolution. o Prepare and review the consolidated financial statements. o Prepare account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts for the domestic company code. o Provide assistance to the various locations and divisions, as needed, to solve problems and issues o Projects as assigned.
Job Requirements/ Qualifications	o Possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting o 5 – 7 years of experience in Accounting o 2 or more years of experience using SAP o 2 or more years of experience with inter-company accounting o Proficiency on a PC and related Microsoft 2007 software to include Outlook, Word and PowerPoint. Extremely high proficiency in MS Excel required (complex formulas, pivot tables, vlookups, sorting, etc) o Understanding of Foreign Currency exchange rates. o Demonstrated ability to communicate and express ideas verbally and in writing. o Previous Hyperion experience preferred. o Availability to work overtime is required

• Ensuring that all accounting transactions are properly booked and reported.
• Ensuring that accounting books are closed in a timely and accurate manner each month, quarter and year.
• Overseeing inventory, accounts receivable, refund, and sales & use tax areas.
• Participating in the financial statement audit process by preparing lead schedules, responding to issues and data requests arising during the course of the audit and assisting the Corporate Controller in the coordination of the activities of the external auditors.
• Documenting current accounting policies, procedures and controls.
• Creating, documenting, implementing and maintaining additional controls and procedures as necessary to ensure an effective control environment.
• Assisting with process improvement initiatives in the Accounting/Finance area.
• Reviewing monthly results and investigates and explains fluctuations and variances from budget.
• Preparing monthly and quarterly management financial reports
• Reporting findings, problems and recommendations to management the overall financial performance and financial trends.
• Coordinating, directing, providing feedback and managing the efforts of subordinates.
• Delegating work assignments, setting expectations and matching and monitoring the responsibility to the person.
• Performing formal, written review for all subordinates, at least once/year and coaching and disciplining as needed.
• Coordinating the preparation of federal, state and local income tax returns with the CPA firm.
• Managing all purchase accounting projects in accordance with GAAP for acquisitions and mergers.
• Completing other projects and special assignments as requested by supervisor and/or Senior Management.

• Accounting degree, CPA a strong plus.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of industry experience, or combination of 3-5 years of industry plus public accounting experience plus 3-5 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Multi-location retail experience a strong plus.
• Extensive experience with one or more general ledger systems, including control and maintenance experience
• Extensive experience with month-end closing processes at either a supervisory or management level.
• Experience with G/L design and conversion projects a strong plus.
• Knowledge and experience with one or more fixed asset systems.
• Experience with integrating mergers and acquisitions a strong plus.

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

Monthly close duties include:

Preparation of various Journal Entries including recurring entries, analysis of data, assisting sub-systems in posting, and all related reporting.

Full close cycle and ownership of full set of financial statements

Balance Sheet account reconciliation and analysis

Work closely with the controller to initiate and develop process improvements

Maintain and Monitor the general ledger

Provide more efficient process to improve speed of monthly close

Assist with the development of budgets including the development of supporting documentation and justification

Assist in forecasting

Preparing tax reports (Sales, Property, and Federal–helpful)

Maintain Fixed Assets

Prepare Year-end Audit schedules

Active participate in quarterly inventories

Provide leadership for the accounting department and subordinates

Monitoring the workflow of the accounting department personnel 

Job Requirements:

Degree in Accounting (CPA plus)

Min 4 years experience

Previous work experience handling multiple projects with changing priorities in a fast past environment

Dead-Line Driven –Work overtime to ensure deadlines are met

Professional Fortitude; Open to Challenging, Complex Environment

Commitment, Goal Oriented, Customer Service Oriented, Integrity

Ability to clearly convey issues and problems to management, and further escalate those matters as necessary to ensure that they are understood and resolved

Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills necessary

Must maintain highly sensitive and confidential information

Must demonstrate ability to work independently, multi-task and possess strong organizational skills

Demonstrates flexibility, openness, respect and sensitivity in dealing with others

Be able to work in a plant environment

Strong Excel and ERP skills

Strong results oriented attitude

responsibilities are focused around the quarterly and annual accounting consolidation and related reporting  including SEC filings of form 10Q and 10K.  Tasks also include project work related to the corporate accounting function.  The position requires broad knowledge of accounting operations and codification guidance, office and software technology, and cross functional team leadership and participation

• Supervising staff of tax accountants
• Maintaining and reconciling sales and use tax payable G/L accounts
• Updating and maintaining sales tax in GERS system
• Ensuring all Federal and State returns, estimated payments and extensions are filed and paid timely
• Compiling exemption documentation
• Resolving accounting issues related to taxes
• Responding to field requests for guidance on sales questions at the point of sales
• Responding to federal/state/county/city taxation, licensing, and registration correspondence
• Maintaining and renews all state/county/city licensing and registration for company locations
• Maintaining all corporate entity registrations in multiple states
• Managing state sales and tax audits
• Aiding in process development, improvement, and documentation in the general ledger accounting work group
• Assisting with request from auditors and tax advisors
• Filing annual reports
• Researching tax laws, questions, and rates
• Completing other projects and special assignments as requested by supervisor and/or Senior Management

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• 8+ years accounting and analysis experience

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

The primary responsibility for the Sales & Use Tax Senior Accountant is to perform general ledger accounting functions related to sales taxes in a timely and consistent manner.

• Maintaining and reconciling sales and use tax payable G/L accounts
• Updating and maintaining sales tax in GERS system
• Ensuring all Federal and State returns, estimated payments and extensions are filed and paid timely
• Compiling exemption documentation
• Resolving accounting issues related to taxes
• Responding to field requests for guidance on sales questions at the point of sales
• Responding to federal/state/county/city taxation, licensing, and registration correspondence
• Maintaining and renewing all state/county/city licensing and registration for company locations
• Maintaining all corporate entity registrations in multiple states
• Managing state sales and tax audits
• Aiding in process development, improvement, and documentation in the general ledger accounting work group
• Assisting with request from auditors and tax advisors
• Filing annual reports
• Researching tax laws, questions, and rates
• Completing other projects and special assignments as requested by supervisor and/or Senior Management

Experience and knowledge we’d like to see…
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years accounting and analysis experience
• 3+ years of multi-location experience, preferred
• General Ledger Accounting

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

At least 5 years relevant business related work experience. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent years of related work experience required.  Certified Public Accountant or MBA preferred. Computer -strong Excel, Word, and Accounting software experience   Excellent interpersonal communications, analytical, and networking skills The ability to perform a variety of complicated tasks relying on experience, judgment, and research plan and accomplish goals Motivational conduct and attitude for specific team, Accounting Department and Academy overall Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties Assists Controller, Director of Operational Accounting, and Assistant Controller with aspects of managing the general ledger components of the department and achieving Financial Accounting objectives. Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a staff of staff accountants and clerks in the general ledger, cash and store accounting teams.  Hires, trains, coordinates, supervises, reviews and terminates accounting personnel involved in the preparation of detailed accounting entries and transactions in the General Ledger teams  Maintains personnel files for general ledger, cash and store accounting and clerk teams. Evaluates needs for analysis and explanations of trends, then develops and publishes reliable and timely reports from the various systems, and especially PeopleSoft Financials, to inform operational management, as applicable. Identifies and coordinates implementation of processes and systems to improve internal controls and segregation of duties for the company, department and general ledger, cash and store teams. Responsible for the completion and maintenance of team related records. Responsible for the reconciliation of all General Ledger accounts in coordination with Tax and A/P teams. Coordinates providing and review of analysis and explanations for unusual items in general ledger accounts, and resolves / corrects those items independently as needed. Maintains and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Contributes to team effort and atmosphere by accomplishing related results as needed.  Express a wide degree of creativity and responsibility. Assists in daily, monthly, quarterly, annual and ad-hoc processing and problem solving of general ledger, cash and store related accounting issues. Responsible for Internal and external reporting, including preparing Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Financial Statements; preparation of reporting for management, special and ad hoc reports; and assisting with regulatory reporting as applicable Ensures appropriate controls exist and are completed to assure the integrity of reported results Prepares and/or reviews and/or maintains the appropriate ledgers, ledger entries and reconciliations.  Provides analysis of financial data  Assists with the budget process, including actual vs budget and actual vs actual variance analysis. Responsible for integrity of results reported and confidentiality thereof.  Keeps abreast of current developments in accounting and the retail industry for financial impact; researches authoritative literature for proper treatment of accounting topics.

Position Summary:

The Credit Compliance Specialist will provide services including, monitoring of customer receivable aging, loan covenants, and maintaining credit files.

Essential Job Function/Responsibility:

 

• Interact closely with Loan Officers and their assistants regarding compliance requirements.
• Review Accounts Receivable Aging for compliance to the Loan Agreements.
• Calculate Borrowing Base availability in accordance with the Loan Agreement.
• Detailed and accurate data entry into an Excel spreadsheet or other appropriate software packages
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications/Education/Experience:

 

• AA or BA Degree in Finance or Business Administration
• Combination of equivalent education and experience may be substituted for degree requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and communication skills in order to effectively interact and work with all levels of employees. 
• Must have a high level of knowledge in Excel.                               
• Must have an in depth knowledge of assets, especially Accounts Receivable.           
• Must be able to multi-task. 
• Must take ownership and responsibility for work product

 

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

Job description

• Manage the global tax equalization process, including hypothetical tax calculations and interpretation of policy
• Manage the global compensation collection process for all expatriates to ensure correct tax and social security reporting
• Manage the internal tax reporting processes
• New home/host combinations and new territories – establish compliance set up
• Review of compliance set up for international assignments in established locations
• Working with corporate tax and other internal stakeholders to limit any negative corporate tax/financial consequences in expatriate arrangements
• Vendor management – global framework agreement
• Service provider contact
• Managing US expatriate compliance to ensure timely filing
• Compensation reporting
• Policy development, advisory
• Tax settlement collections

Qualifications

• Required:
• 5 + years experience in US expatriate tax issues
• 4 year college degree

• Preferred:
• North American/global expatriate tax experience
• CPA

 Working under the general supervision of the Assistant Vice President, the Accounting Manager directs and coordinates the daily activities of the financial accounting staff. Coordinates the preparation of budgets and financial statements, records revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities and prepares various reports for Board of Directors, Executive Management and regulatory agencies.  

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Demonstrates our core values – Caring, Innovative, Honest, Fair and Dedicated – while providing enthusiastic, professional and courteous service to members and employees.
2. Supervises, directs, and reviews the work of the Financial Accounting staff including, but not limited to, cash reconciliations, general ledger activity, fixed assets, debt service, revenue recognition and expenses, etc. Resolves complex accounting issues and trains/develops individual staff members to assume additional responsibility and to resolve ever more complex financial issues.
3. Recommends enhancements to departmental processes, procedures and systems that improve efficiency while maintaining a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
4. Prepares and conducts performance appraisals of Financial Accounting employees and actively engages with Senior Management and Human Resources to ensure timely resolution of employee related matters.  Recommends and/or conducts continuing education and training that meets departmental needs and objectives.
5. Researches and addresses new accounting pronouncements to determine their applicability and impact to the credit union. Develops recommendations for implementation (as applicable) and effectively communicates these to Senior Management. Recommends and coordinates any changes to data systems to ensure compliance.
6. Coordinates the efficient execution of the monthly financial close process for the credit union, its acquisitions and its wholly-owned subsidiary Responsible for preparing audited financial statements and coordinating annual audit.
7. Participates in the preparation of quarterly, semi-annual, and annual budgets/forecasts. Analyzes and reviews budgets and expenditures for accuracy and reasonableness.
8. Supervises preparation and submission of required regulatory reports and ensures timely review by Senior Management.
9. Prepares consolidated financial reports for Executive Management and Board of Directors.

10. Coordinates preparation of annual report, including Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and other financial data.

11. Compiles and analyzes financial data necessary to prepare entries into general ledger accounts. Establishes, maintains, and coordinates the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.

12. Prepares and/or oversees preparation of ad hoc financial analysis requested by Finance & Accounting executive management, or that requested by other credit union departments and approved by Vice President Finance & Accounting and/or CFO.

13. Actively supports the merger and acquisition process. 

14. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

 Requires Bachelor degree in Accounting, CPA preferred.

Requires a strong technical and operational knowledge of various software applications, including Microsoft Excel/Word.

A minimum of five years experience in public accounting or financial institution accounting and three years of supervisory experience.

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

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Are you ready for a leadership role? Our client just promoted their last Audit Manager to a Division Controller position and is looking to replace that role with a motivated Senior Auditor or Audit Supervisor.  

Responsibilities include management of audit seniors and staff, periodic site audits (internal controls-SOX and operational), corporate department audits, monitoring compliance with company policies, provide value by identifying opportunities to improve processes and profitability, M&A due diligence, and special projects.
 

Travel for this position will vary but is expected to be 40% on average, and is expected to be domestic U.S. travel. Candidates must possess solid technical accounting knowledge and experience with SOX, along with strong analytical and organizational skills. Experience with IT controls and fraud investigations are a plus. An accounting or finance degree is required. Internal audit or public accounting experience required.  Candidates pursuing or holding a CPA or CIA certification is required.

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 |713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

Tired of the daily grind of accounting? 

Q:  Have you been successful in public accounting, but feel like there must be a more personally and financially rewarding career choice?

A:  Well, there is….Recruiting!

Many of our top Executive Recruiters were once in Audit, but grew tired of the daily grind and wanted the opportunity to have unlimited earnings potential.  If you have thought about making a move out of public accounting, yet you want to ensure that your experience and contacts are utilized, this may be the right opportunity for you!  . 

Overview:

• Recruit accounting and finance professionals for specific positions through internet recruiting, networking, and direct sourcing calls.
• Interview accounting and finance professionals to determine skill set and career goals.
• Work closely with hiring managers to assess career opportunities, represent appropriate candidates, and manage the interview/offer process.
• Develop relationships with hiring managers to assist with all accounting and finance staffing needs.

 Profile & Personality desired

• Bachelors degree
• 1 to 5 years of experience in accounting or finance and a track record of success.
• Experience in public accounting is preferred.
• A-type personality
• Motivated, driven, self-confident, & willing to ‘go the extra mile’ for your clients and candidates
• Willing to put in the time to build your business
• Highly effective communicator
• Personable
• Good sense of humor!

About CFS

Creative Financial Staffing is the largest privately-held national accounting and finance staffing company in the country. We have a network of over 40 office locations throughout the US and the Caribbean.  We are the only search/staffing organization partnered with CPA firms in each of our markets.  This offers our employees, clients, and candidates unique benefits and opportunities.

We offer excellent earnings potential, bonus incentives, sales incentive trips to tropical locations, outstanding benefits, a world-class training program, and unlimited career growth opportunities.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please email your resume in confidence to Diane Delgado: dcd@fittsroberts.com

 Summary: The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for performing individual internal audit projects, as part of the total internal audit plan. Work performed will include coverage of functional and operating units, focusing on financial, IT and operational processes. The Senior Internal Auditor may often direct and review the work performed by other internal audit personnel. 

Responsibilities:

• Developing internal audit scope.
• Performing internal audit procedures and preparing internal audit reports reflecting the results of the work performed.
• Assisting Internal Audit management with periodic reporting to the Audit Committee.
• Identifying and evaluating the organization’s risk areas.
• Providing input to the development of the annual internal audit plan.
• Championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business.
• Performing follow-up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues.
• Directing and reviewing the work performed by other internal audit personnel, including resources from the co-sourcing firm.
• Represents internal audit on organizational project teams, at management meetings, and with external organizations.
• Developing and maintaining productive client and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings

 

Experienced Required:

2+ years of private industry experience and/or public accounting with knowledge of accounting, finance and internal control areas

Travel – less than 10%

 

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Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn