AP Supervisor / Team Lead – West Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Description
Responsible for all aspects of supervising and leading a Domestic Trade Accounts Payable team of 8 -10 clerks.
Ensures the following are completed timely and accurately:
Detailed accounting entries
Account and sub ledger reconciliations
Match error resolution for purchase/receiving documents
Provides guidance and liaison for Sr. Manager A/P to the other two A/P teams.
Manages daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual processes related to A/P Establishes, maintains, and adheres to SOX controls, processes and documentation.
Compiles internal and external financial reporting related to A/P
Prepares special and ad-hoc reporting for management.
Ensures integrity and maintains confidentiality of information.
Documents procedures, processes and workflows.
Identifies, tests, and coordinates implementation of processes and systems to improve internal controls and segregation of duties.
Keeps abreast of current developments for adherence to government regulation and financial impact.
Assists in attaining financial accounting objectives established by the Controller.
Completes special projects as assigned and self-identified.
Required to learn company policies, procedures and safety rules.
Duties may change and associate may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent years of related work experience required. CPA and/or A/P Certification preferred.
Ability to lead a team in a growing and dynamic environment
Ability to work independently
Provide proactive feedback/insights to management
Computer – Strong financial systems knowledge, Excel, and Word
Excellent interpersonal communications, analytical, and networking skills
Communication – effective listening, speaking, and writing skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Knowledge of accounting principles related to Accounts Payable
Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
Major ERP systems knowledge preferred

Auditors NEEDED! Staff & Senior! EMAIL: dcd@fittsroberts.com

We have 3 Audit openings. Please email dcd@fittsroberts.com for more details.  

  • Staff Auditor – West Houston – heavy travel – Financial, Operational & Compliance Audits
  • Staff Auditor / Senior Auditor – Galleria – max 30% travel – Financial, Operational, Compliance, Fraud Audits 
  • Senior Auditor – DT – max 30% travel – Heavy Operational Audits

Treasury Supervisor – Oil & Gas – Downtown – EMAIL: dcd@fittsroberts.com

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

• Assist in the management of treasury activities including the allocation of cash balances and maintaining investment records
• Oversee financial transactions including check runs,daily wire activity, hedge settlements
• Report to and work closely with Director of Treasury;
supervise Analysts
• Manage cash close
• Reconcile operating accounts
• Open and close bank accounts

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Prefer 4+ years related experience in Treasury
• Strong PC skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, various banking and accounting software systems)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Time management, ability to handle multiple tasks and meet rigid deadlines
• Strong written and communication skills
• Must be highly motivated, self starter; willing to take initiative
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment (group of 4 people)

 

Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis – EMAIL: dcd@fittsroberts.com

Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales, expenses and capital expenditures to facilitate and support timely and definable planning and decision making.

• Coordinate with the different business units the preparation of the forecast and long term projections
• Monitor performance indicators, highlight trends and analyze causal factors behind variances and trends.
• Work on a team to manage the continued development of Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Plan and Modeling tools.
• Improve performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies and understand ROI in marketing programs, menu pricing, new store rollouts as well as new projects
• Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives
• Analyze complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision making purposes
• Supervision of Financial Analyst(s)
Job Requirements
• Strong leadership skills required
• Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized.
• Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think creatively, highly-driven and self-motivated
Experience and Educational requirements • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA a plus
• 5-7 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis

FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS MANAGER (CPA and former Big 4 exp preferred) – dcd@fittsroberts.com

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is looking to add a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. With a large and growing finance team, there is significant opportunity for growth and advancement within the department. The company boasts a team-oriented culture and provides its employees with the tools and training necessary to perform.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS MANAGER
The Manager will lead the groups current and long-range planning and budgeting process and will act as the liaison between the operating units financial managers and the corporate accounting group. The Manager will regularly compile and analyze the groups regional, country and product financial data and provide the EVP with regular analysis, and metrics about the group business and outlook. The Manager will also provide strategic analysis and prepare business plans for potential new markets, products or business ventures. The Manager will be involved in all aspects of the groups acquisition activities, from sourcing to closing transactions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Implementation and monitoring of the groups financial operating plan and forecasts including:
• Responsible for the preparation, review and ongoing monitoring of budgets, forecasts, strategic plans and other financial data for current and long range planning of the entire group
• Prepare detailed historical financial research and analysis in such areas as profit & loss, balance sheet, free cash flow, ROIC, DSO, working capital, and investments
• Prepare detailed future forecasts and budgets and analyze trends in revenue, expense, capital expenditures and projected returns
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of operating units budgets and capital expenditure requirements as directed by corporate accounting
• Develop standard/consistent methodologies and key metrics for financial analyses and review
• Liaise with IT to develop effective business intelligence tools
• Compile and review capital expenditure plans and ensure compliance with budget
• Liaise with corporate accounting group to drive implementation of management accounting and reporting for international services, subsea/technology and rental tools
• All operations related to mergers and acquisitions including:
• Review investment opportunities with group operational leads
• Prepare valuation analysis
• Prepare internal communications
• Review M&A related documentation
• Provide due diligence support

Formal Education:
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Accounting
• Higher degree or certification preferred – MBA, CPA, Masters, etc.

 

Senior Auditor – 30% travel max – domestic only – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Our client is looking to add a “light” Senior to their team. We are looking for candidates with 2 years plus of audit experience (public or industry).

Conduct financial, system and compliance audits and operational reviews of our businesses. This involves planning audits by evaluating the complexity and risk of the audit client and adjusting the scope of the audit procedures accordingly.

• Conduct financial and compliance audits and operational reviews of our businesses. This involves planning audits by evaluating the complexity and risk of the audit client and adjusting the scope of the audit procedures accordingly.
• Plan reviews
• Establish audit programs
• Determine scope of review in conjunction with the Audit Manager
• Review the suitability of internal control design
• Conduct audit testing of specified area and identify reportable issues and dimension of risk
• Determine compliance with policies and procedures.
• Keep the client and internal Audit Manager informed of audit progress and issues.
• Verbally communicate findings to senior management and draft comprehensive and complete report of audit area.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned

Financial Analyst – Sugar Land – dcd@fittsroberts.com

  • Financial statement analysis to provide in depth understanding of business units, sales team and key customer profitability; create recommendations to promote efficiency, cost effective procedures, and improved profitability.
  • Propose and implement solutions to support cost reduction and reporting enhancement.
  • Development and creation of management reports highlighting key aspects of the business.
  • Participate in the execution and refinement of the company’s comprehensive business planning process.
  • Complete monthly reporting responsibilities.
  • Completion of general periodic departmental requirements.
  • Perform related duties as required.

 

Entry Level International Tax Accountant (6 months to 2 years) EMAIL: dcd@fittsroberts.com

Our client is growing and looking for an Entry Level International Tax Accountant. The ideal candidate should have some tax compliance expereince. CPA and Masters of Taxation are a huge plus! Galleria location. Email: dcd@fittsroberts.com

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare US International reporting and compliance obligations (Forms 1118, 5471, 8858, 8865, disclosure statements, etc.)
  • Prepare US Foreign Inclusion calculations (Subpart F, §956, §78 Gross Up) and foreign tax credit calculations
  • Compute and review earnings and profits amounts, foreign tax pools, effective tax rates and basis schedules to support tax planning projects
  • Provide assistance with quarterly income tax provision process
  • Special projects

 

Experience / Qualifications:

  • A professional with 6 months -2 years relevant work history.
  • CPA a plus.  Advanced degree (Masters in Tax) a plus.
  • Travel 0-15%.
  • Working knowledge of Excel, HFM, SAP, Corp Tax and Corp International software a huge plus.

 

March List of Accounting & Finance Openings – Houston, Texas EMAIL: dcd@fittsroberts.com

  • Senior Accountant with LOE experience 
  • Analyst Multi-lingual – Galleria
  • Bookkeeper – public accounting
  • FP&A Manager – Greenspoint
  • Senior Tax Accountant – Woodlands
  • Intercompany Senior Accountant – Lead – Greenspoint
  • IT Auditor – Galleria
  • Staff Accountant – SW Houston
  • Auditor – Public Accounting
  • Accounting Manager – non profit
  • AP Manager – non profit
  • Property Tax Lead – DT
  • Intercompany / Consolidations Senior Accountant – Galleria 
  • Fixed Asset Accountant – DT
  • Strategic Planning Analyst – SE
  • Compliance Analyst – Galleria
  • Controller – Sugar Land
  • Controller – small business – Galleria
  • Financial Analyst – Galleria
  • Bookkeeper – NW
  • CFO – PE
  • Staff Accountant – SW
  • Inventory Accountant – NW
  • Financial Analyst – West
  • Staff Accountant – Galleria
  • Senior Auditor – 30% travel – Galleria
  • Sales & Use Tax – DT – all levels
  • Revenue Accountant – DT 
  • JIB Accountant – NW 
  • Controller – West Houston 
  • Senior Auditor – West Houston

email: dcd@fittsroberts.com

 

Staff Accountant – Southwest Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Position Summary:

The Accountant position is responsible for performing a variety of general accounting support tasks in the accounting department.
Job Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and post daily transnational journal entries
  • Prepare and post reclassification entries
  • Prepare reports
  • Research resolutions on vendor inquiries and billing statements
  • Other various tasks, as required

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in accounting
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Looking for a Bookkeeper – Spring, Texas – dcd@ fittsroberts.com

Full charge Bookkeeper needed for a growing company in north Houston. 

  • 40 to 70K DOE 
  • 15 Days PTO
  • 5 Days Sick
  • 8.30 to 5pm schedule
  • 100% healthcare paid for employee 

Full charge bookkeeper with experience in preferably a multi-company environment.  Strong A/R and A/P background with full charge knowledge from clerical entry through the effects on the general ledger.  Excel skills in formatting, calculations and data entry.  QuickBooks knowledge a must as well as Microsoft Word.  Strong analytical skills needed and the ability to forward think in a fast paced environment. Team player with the ability to work independently.

Small Company Controller / Bookkeeper – 65 to 70K – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Our client is currently seeking a Controller. The ideal candidate will be a self

starter with strong problem solving and analytical skills. This position will play a key role in the

growth of the organization through financial planning and projections in line with company

purpose and culture.

Position requirements: 

  • Working knowledge of Quickbooks and Microsoft Office 
  • Full cycle Accounts Payable 
  • Multiple bank reconciliations and record keeping 
  • Multiple credit card reconciliations 
  • General ledger postings and reconciliations 
  • Month end and year end close 
  • Detailed analysis and preparation of reports for executive staff 
  • 1099 preparation
  • Strong attention to detail with good problem solving skills 
  • High level of confidentiality and integrity 
  • Highly organized and able to work in a fast paced environment 
  • At least 4 years of consecutive experience as a full-charge bookkeeper 
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills including spelling, punctuation, and grammar

Senior Accountant – Galleria – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monthly accounting close activities including project & overhead analyses, recording income and expense accruals & deferrals, preparation of journal entries with supporting documents and reconciling projects to the General Ledger 
• Complete reconciliations and detailed analysis of account balances 
• Prepare analyses related to project performance and chargeability 
• Support budgeting and forecasting process 
• Support financial reporting process 
• Special accounting projects as needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred. 
  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience; 7-10 years’ experience in a financial accounting position, preferred
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Demonstrated experience with monthly accounting processes including general ledger accounting close, costing, and/or reporting.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of budgeting and cash flow forecasting techniques and financial statement analysis including key trend analysis, project or overhead costing techniques and financial controls.
  • Strong MS Office Suite computer skills particularly Excel and Access software
  • Ability to travel to various office locations or remote job field offices.
  • Experience with Oracle and Hyperion/Planning and HFM

Updated List of Accounting & Finance Openings!!! EMAIL: dcd@fittsroberts.com for more info

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  • Controller – Manufacturing – Southwest Houston
  • Controller – Manufacturing – North of the Heights
  • Controller – Manufacturing – Humble area
  • MGR FP&A – Manufacturing – Greenspoint
  • Accounting Manager – Distribution – Southwest
  • Bookkeeper – Public Accounting – Galleria
  • Bookkeeper – Public Accounting – Northwest Houston
  • Small Company Controller – 5 M – Central 
  • Small Company Controller – 20M – Central
  • Controller – West Houston (Big 4, CPA requirement)
  • Financial Reporting Manager – Northwest 
  • JIB Accountant – NW Houston
  • Inventory Accountant – NW Houston
  • IT Auditor – Galleria
  • Senior Auditor – West Houston – 
  • Financial Analyst – West Houston 
  • Staff Accountant – Galleria 
  • Consolidations Accountant – West Houston
  • LOE / GL Accountant – Galleria 
  • Payroll Tax Accountant – Galleria
  • Auditor – Public Accounting – Galleria
  • Tax Senior Public Accounting
  • 2 Contract positions for public accounting Auditors and Tax Accountants!!!!! 

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Looking for an Financial Planning & Analysis Manager – North Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is looking to add a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. With a large and growing finance team, there is significant opportunity for growth and advancement within the department. The company boasts a team-oriented culture and provides its employees with the tools and training necessary to perform.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS MANAGER
The Manager will lead the groups current and long-range planning and budgeting process and will act as the liaison between the operating units financial managers and the corporate accounting group. The Manager will regularly compile and analyze the groups regional, country and product financial data and provide the EVP with regular analysis, and metrics about the groups business and outlook. The Manager will also provide strategic analysis and prepare business plans for potential new markets, products or business ventures. The Manager will be involved in all aspects of the groups acquisition activities, from sourcing to closing transactions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Implementation and monitoring of the groups financial operating plan and forecasts including:
Responsible for the preparation, review and ongoing monitoring of budgets, forecasts, strategic plans and other financial data for current and long range planning of the entire group
Prepare detailed historical financial research and analysis in such areas as profit & loss, balance sheet, free cash flow, ROIC, DSO, working capital, and investments
Prepare detailed future forecasts and budgets and analyze trends in revenue, expense, capital expenditures and projected returns
Ensure accurate and timely submission of operating units budgets and capital expenditure requirements as directed by corporate accounting
Develop standard/consistent methodologies and key metrics for financial analyses and review
Liaise with IT to develop effective business intelligence tools
Compile and review capital expenditure plans and ensure compliance with budget
Liaise with corporate accounting group to drive implementation of management accounting and reporting for international services, subsea/technology and rental tools
All operations related to mergers and acquisitions including:
Review investment opportunities with group operational leads
Prepare valuation analysis
Prepare internal communications
Review M&A related documentation
Provide due diligence support
Work with third party consultants

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