Job Duties

• Plan and direct the preparation of written disclosures, and management’s discussion, and analysis required with the quarterly and annual financial statements.　 Is also responsible for the coordination and review of all supporting footnotes and other supporting financial information required by  external and internal stakeholders.
• Is primarily responsible for maintaining the relationship between Company, and its external auditors. 　
• Establishes, in conjunction with external auditors, and the Manager of Technical Accounting, the proper disclosure requirements as mandated by GAAP, IFRS, SEC, to insure Copmany is in compliance with all statutory and accounting requirements.
• Is responsible for the interface between Company and Assistant VP of Finance on providing the required financial statement data for presentations for external stakeholders (bankers, debt holders, investors). 　Also responsible for reviewing any documents prepared for consistency with issued financial statements.
• Responsible for the integrity of the Financial Statements, and to insure that the Financial Statements are prepared within most recent requirements of US GAAP, IFRS, and all statutory requirements.　 Is also responsible for the Final Financial Statement agreements with all financial data within SAP, or it　 does not agree, can analyze and provide sound business reasons for any differences.
• Manages all financial reporting requirements as mandated by shareholder.　 This includes the monthly SIFO, and other financial date requirements requested by  shareholder.
• Represent Finance on behalf of Assistant Controller financial Reporting & General Accounting in various meetings when necessary.　

Minimum Qualifications

College Degree (Bachelors Level) Accounting.

CPA; Big 4 public accounting experience.

Experience in drafting financial reports in compliance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS.

Strong analytical ability.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Experience in audit process and procedures.

Prioritize work when given multiple projects.

Extensive computer skills: Word and Excel.

 

 

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Job Description:
• Manage state income and franchise tax reporting. This includes, but is not limited to:
o Coordinating preparation of annual filings
o Determination of estimated payment requirements
o Reconciliation of state tax liability accounts
o Preparation of quarterly state tax provision
o Preparation and monitoring of state FIN 48 issues
o Exploring tax planning opportunities to minimize state tax exposure
• Manage domestic transactional tax reporting
o Coordinate sales and use tax filings with the finance organization
o Serve as a technical resource for sales and use tax issues and queries
• Manage all state tax audits (income, franchise and transactional tax)
• Prepare unclaimed property tax reports
• Prepare Heavy Use Vehicle filings
• Manage property tax filings and payments
• Manage property tax audits
• Identify and manage incentive opportunities with state and local government authorities
• Prepare and file all domestic annual returns
• Prepare and file all necessary state registrations and de-registrations
• Assist with other special projects as requested by Director or Tax

Required Skills:
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting
• CPA or Masters degree preferred
• Big 4 accounting firm experience
• Experience in managing state tax matters
• Strong knowledge of SEC tax reporting requirements
• Hyperion product experience (HFM, FDM) is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management
• Excellent teamwork skills with proven ability to work effectively in a variety of situations
• Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills

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Job Responsibilities:

Preparing multi-year business plans (income statement, balance sheet, capital and cash flow).

Developing monthly management reporting packages explaining business and financial results, including variance analysis of actual results/forecasts versus plans and prior periods covering operations, financial position and cash flow.

Developing detailed financial models to project future financial and operational performance.

Coordinating with the business units the preparation of Flash results used in the monthly management review meeting.

Tracking and analysis of key performance measures.

Providing periodic and ad-hoc analysis and reporting in support of senior management.

Assisting Executive Management in the preparation of board-of-director, investor, employee and ad-hoc presentations.

Developing new reporting and analytical tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the planning, reporting and close processes.

Performing analysis while partnering with other financial staff to ensure that financial results are accurate and complete.

Providing Tax Department with forecasts to help determine tax liabilities.

Implementing and enhancing Hyperion Planning/Essbase system to meet the needs of Operations and Finance

Maintaining Essbase system

Minimum Essential Qualifications:
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or Engineering

3+ years of Planning, Performance Reporting, Accounting or Financial Reporting experience

Exceptional financial modeling skills (Excel power user); proficient in Word and Power Point

Strong analytical, leadership and influencing skills

Ability to work in a fast paced team-oriented environment and to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build cross functional partnerships, comfortable interacting with all levels of in the organization including senior management

Must be quick learner, self-starter and results-oriented

Preferred Qualifications:
MBA or CPA or CFA

Experience with company-wide planning or reporting processes

Hyperion Planning/Essbase experience

 

 

Job Description:

 

• Manage state income and franchise tax reporting.  This includes, but is not limited to:

 

• Coordinating preparation of annual filings

 

• Determination of estimated payment requirements

 

• Reconciliation of state tax liability accounts

 

• Preparation of quarterly state tax provision

 

• Preparation and monitoring of state FIN 48 issues
• Exploring tax planning opportunities to minimize state tax exposure
• Manage domestic transactional tax reporting
• Coordinate sales and use tax filings with the finance organization
• Serve as a technical resource for sales and use tax issues and queries
• Manage all state tax audits (income, franchise and transactional tax)
• Prepare unclaimed property tax reports
• Prepare Heavy Use Vehicle filings
• Manage property tax filings and payments
• Manage property tax audits
• Identify and manage incentive opportunities with state and local government authorities
• Prepare and file all domestic annual returns
• Prepare and file all necessary state registrations and de-registrations
• Assist with other special projects as requested by Director or Tax

 

Required Skills:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting
• CPA or Masters degree preferred
• Big 4 accounting firm experience
• Experience in managing state tax matters
• Strong knowledge of SEC tax reporting requirements
• Hyperion product experience (HFM, FDM) is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management
• Excellent teamwork skills with proven ability to work effectively in a variety of situations
• Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills

 

Highly detail oriented with exceptional follow-up and sense of urgency

Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting and Analysis (Domestic and Consolidated).
• Shareholding (ownership records and transactions).
• Tax reporting to shareholders.
• Corporate tax returns (1120S, Sales tax and Texas Business tax).
• Year-end reporting.
• Participation in the corporate Financial Planning Process.
• Benefit plans reporting.
• Year end audit of financial statements and benefit plans.
• Treasury functions, including banking relationships (includes day-to-day operations, lines and letters of credit).
• Commercial Insurance.
• Company fleet programs.
• Capital Expenditure reporting.
• Special projects including ERP and various system enhancements, implementation of corporate initiatives, and acquisitions.
• Maintenance and/or implementation of internal control policies and procedures.
• Supervision of professionals and Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Commission clerical staff.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Currently sitting in a leadership position
• 10-15 years of progressive experience working in an accounting (financial) environment.
• CPA.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher required.
• Public accounting experience preferred.

 

The Compensation Analyst Administers and provides analytical expertise in the design, administration, and maintenance of companies compensation policies, programs and processes.

· Works on a variety of projects including program design, analysis, administration and implementation of base salary, short-term and long-term incentive compensation programs
· Administers base and variable pay policies, processes and programs
· Develops models and provides recommendations for compensation programs
· Conducts the annual review of pay structures, including but not limited to market analysis, benchmark job calibration and recommends revisions as appropriate
· Counsels, advises, educates and trains employees and managers on all compensation policies, programs and processes
· Leads market survey submissions and conducts analysis of survey results to determine organization’s market relationship
· Consults and advises all levels of the organization on compensation related issues
· Ensures consistency in compensation philosophy
· Develops and reviews salary offers and provides guidance on salary adjustments
· Researches jobs and provides analysis on newly created positions, and the development and documentation for all job descriptions, ensuring compliance and consistency
· Develops communication materials and presentations to employees and managers
· Ensures compliance with all appropriate federal, state and local laws and regulations, both domestically and internationally
· Acts as subject matter expert and participates in the development and implementation of compensation system enhancements
· Assists and supports other HR activities including, but not limited to benefit programs and HRIS initiatives

Compensation Analyst Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline is preferred, or equivalent years of experience.
· 4+ years progressive experience performing compensation analyst work for a mid to large sized multi-national organization.
· Ability to gather and analyze data, compile information, and prepare reports as needed.
· Intermediate to advanced skills in the use of database management, word processing, spreadsheet, and/or presentation software.
· Strong knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse and multi-national community.
· Commitment to customer service and ability to work in team oriented environment.
· Conflict resolution skills

Compensation Analyst Preferred Qualifications
· Oil / Gas industry experience
· Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

· PHR, SPHR or equivalent

Manufacturer is seeking a staff accountant to help our Company through its aggressive organic and acquisitive growth strategies.  Established in Houston in 1965, the Company has had steady, sustainable growth through product and market expansion over the past 45 years.   Now poised for continued growth, this position reports directly to the controller and will be valued member of our team.  This is a great environment for an individual to get hands experience with a variety of accounting tasks and duties in a small company.

Responsibilities:

• Accounts payable – full cycle from invoice entry to payment, and vendor interface.
• Daily Billing – Preparation of daily invoices to our customers.
• Inventory – Assist with daily data tracking of inventory and manufacturing.
• Labor time tracking and reporting for the manufacturing division.
• Purchase order preparation

 

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree preferred, but not required.
• 2-4 years of related accounting experience.

Other Desired Skills:

• Team player
• Works well independently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional demeanor with the ability to interact with other employees, vendors and customers.

Versatile employee with the ability to multi-task.

Deon Daugherty
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Summary:

Under the direction of the Audit Manager, the Senior Auditor II participates in and leads a variety of internal audit assignments and projects including: risk control assessments, financial audits, operational audits, internal financial investigations, process reviews, internal control testing and other management requested projects.

Responsibilities:
Lead business unit engagements for risk control assessments, financial audits, operational audits, internal financial investigations, process reviews, SOX control testing, and other management requested projects
Develop efficient and effective audit objectives, audit programs and testing procedures, as required, for assigned engagements
Draft audit reports in a timely manner
Assess financial statement risk related to business objectives and determine if sufficient controls are in place
Assist the Audit Director and Manager in the development of the annual audit plan.
Keep abreast of accounting, legal and regulatory issues relating to a variety of information technology, industry, financial, communication, safety, human resources and other areas associated with company functions
Requirements:

Education/Experience:

Bachelor degree in Accounting or Internal Audit
Three to five years audit experience
One year of in-charge or lead auditor experience
CPA is required
SOX experience required
Big 4, CIA, MBA is a plus
Public accounting and/or manufacturing experience is a plus.
Knowledge and prior experience of SAP is a plus.
30-40% travel required..

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Self-motivation and the ability to work without constant supervision
Ability to complete analytical reviews, develop client inquires and evaluate client responses
Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time while meeting deadlines
Strong interpersonal and team-oriented skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and change focus as new information becomes available

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