I am trying to collect websites I see online in hopes they can help my followers. I will continue to update this list. Please share comments if you know of additional resources and I will continue to add them.  #houstonstrong

1. FEMA website to apply for assistance  = FEMA
2. Registering online at https://www.disasterassistance.gov/, is the quickest way to register for FEMA assistance since this event has lasted several days and the full scope of damages may not be evident right now. If you are unable to access the internet, you can also call at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).
3. Visit the FEMA Social HUB for updates from official emergency management social media accounts.
4. Download the FEMA Mobile App to receive alerts from the National Weather Service, get safety and survival tips, customize your emergency checklist, find your local shelter, and upload your disaster photos to help first responders.
5. Harris County – Resource List
6. Brazoria County – Resource List
7. Galveston County – Resource List
8. Fort Bend County – Resource List
9. Montgomery County – Resource List
10. Red Cross Shelters – Locations
11. To help people affected by the storm – https://txvoad.communityos.org/cms/node/104
12. To apply for disaster unemployment insurance: http://www.twc.state.tx.us/jobseekers/unemployment-benefits-services
13. Another way to help: www.volunteerhouston.org
14. United Way: https://www.unitedwayhouston.org/flood
15. JJ Watt’s Fundraiser: https://www.youcaring.com/victimsofhurricaneharvey-915053
16. If you need groceries or have some to donate: Houston Food Bank: http://www.houstonfoodbank.org/volunteer/volunteer/
17. If you want to help rebuild Texas: https://www.rebuildtx.org/
18. Don’t forget all the animals! www.houstonspca.org
19. Navigating the streets: www.drivetexas.org

Here is another list with links: 

http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2017/08/28/546745827/looking-to-help-those-affected-by-harvey-here-s-a-list

Our client, located in downtown Houston, is looking for a experienced Accounting professional with a combination of Tax & General Accounting experience. This position will have two direct reports. This position is responsible for taxation and compliance needs as well as the oversight of international accounting operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate all federal, state and international tax policies and procedures.
• Continually review our tax position for effectiveness and efficiency of compliance in a changing environment.
• Perform technical tax reviews and approvals of all U.S. tax returns, all of which are prepared by outside preparers.
• Engage in review of all non-U.S. tax preparations, prepared both by outside preparers and internally.
• Develop and coordinate international accounting and finance process and procedures for our non-U.S. offices.
• Optimize processes and systems for timely and accurate reporting and compliance.
• Research, analyze, model and evaluate tax impacts on the firm and recommend courses of action.
• Liaise with outside tax advisors as needed in the execution of tax preparation and assessment of new or changing requirements.
• Maintain knowledge and keep abreast of tax or other legislation that could affect the business environment and compliance needs.
• Direct reports include the Tax and Treasury Manager and a Senior Accountant. 

Requirements:

• CPA license and college degree required.
• MPA or MBA preferred.
• Seasoned accountant with 12 plus years of experience, preferably at a public accounting firm or professional services experience.
• Deep knowledge of partnership taxation.
• Knowledge of international taxation is a plus.
• High level of proficiency in Excel and the rest of Microsoft Office.
• Experienced in use of tax research tools.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.

Our multi location, international, manufacturing client has grown tremendously in the past few years. Currently they are adding a Senior Consolidations Accountant to their team.

Overview: 

Monthly close and consolidations, monthly and quarterly reporting, assisting with reviews and audits, preparation of policies and procedures and process improvement activities for Corporate Accounting.

• Accounting for corporate entities. Responsible for the full–cycle general ledger accounting practices for corporate entities, including preparing and recording journal entries, month-end close procedures, preparing general ledger account reconciliations, preparing financial statements and other accounting activities.
• Ensure consolidation is performed accurately on a monthly basis. Be knowledgeable regarding consolidation issues including foreign currency translation, intercompany reconciliation and eliminations.
• Prepare monthly internal financial reports for upper management review, compiling and analyzing information to ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting records as well as related analyses.
• Prepare schedules for quarterly review and year-end audit processes with outside audit firm(s).

Requirements: 

• B.S. Degree in Accounting
• 3 plus years of  corporate accounting experience.
• CPA and/or MBA preferred.
• Knowledge of  SAP  and Corporate Consolidations.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel (required).

Our client is a Fortune 500 company with multiple locations throughout the US. One of their top 10 divisions is located in Houston. The Houston division is in succession planning mode due two recent promotions. We are looking for a gogetter, so if you are looking to be a Controller within the next two years, this role may be just right for you!
The Assistant Controller role will have an active role in monthly reporting and analysis, land accounting, budgeting, forecasting and ad-hoc analyses.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead monthly reviews with Finance and Operations teams to reconcile all balances. Ensure all lot cost assumptions are appropriate and documented.
· Prepare soft cost budget analysis and lot cost calculations. Work with Operations and Finance teams to identify deficits.
• Participate in month-end process, journal entry process and maintain monthly SOX binder for all land related activities.
• Assist the Controller in preparing the annual Departmental Operating Budgets, Asset Development Budget and Cash Flow Budget
• Assist the Controller in preparing financial forecasts of projected revenue and profit in conjunction with financial analysis of budget vs. actual operating results.
• Review subdivision financial performance.
• Prepare and participate in quarterly forecasts and annual planning.
• Perform any additional ad-hoc analysis, as needed

REQUIRED 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• CPA, Preferred
• 5 to 10 years of Accounting experience, Public preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting theory, practice, and financial reporting
• Strong analytical skills, problem solving skills, verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational ability
• Ability to multitask and meet constant deadlines

Our centrally located, nonprofit client, is looking for a new member of their executive team. The VP of HR is critical to the future growth of this organization. The ideal candidate must be interested in working for a mission driven organization. The VP of HR has 3 direct line manager reports.

Responsibilities: 

1. Oversees all recruitment, training, hiring, termination and record keeping.
2. Benefits for all employees. This individual must become the expert on all plans and options that benefit organizations employees.
3. Worker’s Compensation and the health and safety program.
4. Oversees orientation/on boarding training for new employees.
5. Recruitment for all levels as needed by other departments throughout the organization as budgeted.
6. Strategic Vision and solutions to maintain and expand workforce of Goodwill as needed based on overall budget.
7. Address specifically the concept of creating a “manager training program.”
8. Internal employee communications to keep all employees updated on the company’s plans, visions and progress.
9. Works continuously with the President/CEO to revise and implement organizations policies and procedures.
10. Oversees compliance and employee relations.
11. Is the “keeper of records” for all employee data.
12. Manages the implementation and integration of technology through improved staffing and communications with employees.
13. Other duties as assigned by President/CEO

Requirements: 

• An undergraduate degree and experience in the field of Human Resources Management and employee relations.
• Minimum of 15 plus year of HR experience; the more the better!
• Extensive experience with labor law
• This individual must be a team player that has a “can do” attitude and can deal with the day to day management  and assist in the strategic thinking process.

dlemaire@cfstaffing.com

HR 

• VP HR – Non Profit
• HR Manager – Start Up Company – Multi-location environment
• Senior Exec Compensation Analyst

Finance 

• Senior Financial Analyst (Must have FERC)
• Senior Financial Analyst – MUST have MBA – DT
• Financial Analyst – Mgt Training Program – North Houston

Accounting

• SEC Staff Accountant – Galleria
• Staff Property Accountant – NW
• Senior Property Accountant – Galleria
• Property Accounting Manager – Galleria
• IT Auditor – DT
• IT Audit Manager – Southeast
• IT Audit Manager – Galleria
• IT Auditor – Galleria
• Auditor – Rotational Program – Galleria
• Senior Plant Accountant – North Houston
• Junior Accountant – Pearland
• Tax & Accounting Manager (partnership) – DT
• Staff Accountant – North Houston
• Staff Auditor – One year or less – Greenway Plaza
• Assistant Controller – 110K – Galleria
• Senior Accountant – Hyperion & Oracle – Spring Branch
• Staff Auditor – Public Accounting
• Tax Manager – Small Tax Firm
• Senior Accountant – Investment Company – Galleria
• Financial Reporting Manager – Southeast

The Houston Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), a short-term leading indicator for regional production, registered 51.8 in July, signaling economic expansion in metro Houston for the 10th consecutive month, according to the latest report from the Institute for Supply Management-Houston (ISM-Houston). The July reading is unchanged from the June PMI.

The industries that are expanding based on the July reading are manufacturing,
transportation, wholesale trade, professional services, and health care. Engineering and
construction contracted for the fifth straight month. All other sectors reported minimal
monthly changes.

Prepared by Greater Houston Partnership Research Department

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CFS is adding a Recruiter to our amazing Houston Team. We are looking for a smart, stable, successful professional to apply his/her business and sales acumen and add value to our clients and candidates. Our Houston office is a top billing office for CFS and is comprised of a dynamic, fun, motivated and successful people. The entire team is highly focused and commitment to servicing the needs of our clients and candidates and working as a tight-knit, collaborative team.

If you have considered a career in the staffing industry OR if you are already in the industry but are seeking a change, see what CFS has to offer. We have experienced tremendous success transitioning individuals from administrative staffing and individuals from public accounting who enjoy business development.

Why work for CFS?

ü We were founded by leading public accounting firms. This large national network helps us to attract the top accounting talent in the market.

ü We are employee-owned!

ü We have 40 offices nationally. We offer excellent infrastructure, training, corporate-run marketing programs, sales incentive trips, competitive comp plans and career advancement. At CFS, you have all the benefits of being part of a national company, while still enjoying the close-knit, family-feel of your local office.

ü Check out CFS’s approval rating on www.glassdoor.com.

ü CFS offers a culture that is unique to the staffing industry. If you’ve worked for the corporate giants of the industry, you may be tired of the micro-management, the unattainable metrics and the lack of flexibility in your work day.

Overview of the role

• Recruit accounting and finance professionals for specific positions through networking, direct sourcing calls, and internet recruiting.
• Interview accounting and finance professionals to determine skill sets and career goals.
• Work closely with your candidates to provide career guidance & match with appropriate job opportunities at client companies.
• Obtain new clients through direct marketing efforts.
• Work closely with hiring managers at client companies to assess job opening(s), represent appropriate candidates, and manage the interview/offer process.
• Manage the interview process between your candidate and client, including relaying feedback between parties & salary negotiations.
  Handle all appropriate follow up with your candidates and clients to build meaningful and productive relationships.

The ideal fit for this role:

• Proven track record of success in staffing, B2B sales OR 1-4 years in public accounting
• Ability to confidently and effectively communicate at all levels in an organization
• Good at connecting on social media and via email, but even better at picking up the phone and making things happen
• Takes ownership of his/her work
• Driven, competitive, and self-motivated
• Good sense of humor

CFS Background

We are an employee-owned national staffing organization that focuses exclusively on accounting and finance. We were founded by leading public accounting firms. This large national network helps us to attract the top accounting talent in the market–a distinct competitive advantage. Both CFS and our CPA firm founders place high importance on integrity. This value is carried through our relationships with candidates, clients, and within the team.

Benefits & Compensation

Your overall compensation plan will include a competitive base and commission structure. You will also participate in monthly, quarterly & annual national sales contests with rewards such as all-expense paid trips to tropical destinations. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, & 401K plan.

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Our Client is an established, fast paced and entrepreneurial commercial real estate company located in the Galleria district. They have a work hard play hard mentality and are looking for a senior commercial property accountant to join their team. The position responsibilities include analyzing financial information in preparation for entry into various financial statements and accounting reports, and making appropriate journal entries for recording in the general ledger by checking calculations, reviewing basis for figures, and balancing and reconciling figures, and balancing and reconciling balance sheet accounts.  The ideal candidate should have great verbal and written communication skills, as they will be in constant communication with third parties to assist in completing pre-close and close activities, answer questions, provide support, and ensure timely completion of accounting processes for on-time client and Company reporting.

Why Work Here?

• Free lunches everyday
• Ability to work in an entrepreneurial environment
• Benefits after first month of employment
• Discretionary bonus

What do you need to work here?

• Commercial property management accounting experience required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required!
• Yardi and Timberline software experience is preferred
• At least 6+ years in a Property Accountant role
• Experience with CAM Reconciliations