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Senior Treasury Analyst – Galleria – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Negotiates and procures banking services and assists in the design and implementation of cash management structures.
• Facilitates and coordinates domestic and international banking and risk management projects to improve cost of banking and operational efficiencies of cash and risk management processes.
• Manages cash management relationships with banks and other financial institutions.
• Maintains banking systems and bank account documents.
• Invests excess cash and initiates borrowings as needed (primary backup to Treasury Analyst).
• Responsible for financial analysis which includes evaluating business unit / project cash flows, cash forecasting, accounting and tax issues.
• Coordinates, schedules and reports Quarterly Dividend Payment dates.
• Responsible for the presentation and periodic reporting to management as needed.
EDUCATION:
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting or Finance.
A minimum of 5 years experience in finance, treasury or financial analysis with CTP certification..MBA a HUGE plus!
Foreign Currency Exchange experience a MUST!
Experience with investments, banking and payment systems, currency / commodity trades.
Treasury Analyst – Galleria – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
The Treasury Analyst is responsible for coordinating and monitoring all cash activities and facilitating investment decisions, as well as processing payments, etc. for entry in the general ledger. This position is also responsible for the preparation and distribution of reports for cash and treasury operations.
Why work here?
- The opportunity to enter the O&G industry at a pivotal time in the industry
- Rotational options after 2 years including FP&A, Corporate Accounting or other areas
- Great benefits including 401k match & bonuses
- Half-day Fridays
- Little Overtime
- Strong leadership at the management level
Requirements
- 1-3 years of relevant experience (Audit/Accounting/Finance)
- Treasury experience preferred but not required
- “Rockstar” personality – Growth oriented
Responsibilities
- Determine daily cash positions for the organization
- Provide analysis for daily cash position and short term investments; and accurately upload/ input wire transfers as needed
- Interface and communicate with outside banks, maintain bank account accuracy, and support bank restructurings
- Analyze bank fees and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Recommend improvements to policies and procedures as they relate to Treasury and Corporate Finance for cash management
- Ensure accuracy of daily payment file uploads and interface with AP and IT when errors occur
Education, Training, Licenses and/or Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university (in Accounting or Finance) required
- Masters or advanced degree (in Accounting or Finance) preferred
- CPA or CTP preferred
HOW TO THINK QUICKLY IN INTERVIEWS via www.interviewexpertacademy.com
Have you ever felt that you can’t think of an answer to an interview question quick enough? Have you ever thought when you’ve left an interview that ‘I wish I’d said that?’
You’re not alone. It happens to all of us. Me included on many occasions.
‘How can I think of an answer quickly in interviews?’ is a question I get asked a lot.
Think Quickly
We’re faced with a question and suddenly we freeze. What seems so simple to answer becomes the most difficult question on the planet.
Our brain just can’t think quickly enough. We get stressed. We start to ‘um’ and ‘er’. The length of time it takes feels like an eternity.
After the interview we kick ourselves. Of course we knew the answer, but for some reason we just couldn’t when we needed to.
You are not alone in feeling this way. Why does it happen? It comes down to two reasons:
- Nervous and or
- Unprepared
One is acceptable (nerves) and the other is not (unprepared).
3 Steps to Thinking Quickly
There are three ways to help yourself:
1. Being Prepared
Many interviewers ask the same questions. By knowing what the most popular questions are, you can prepare your answers, in advance. Once you’ve prepared your answers rehearse them.
A tip that I learnt years ago was to stand in front of a mirror. Look at yourself as you practice them aloud. You will see how you come across (Body Language). And you’ll also hear yourself answering the question. It’s a great way of getting it engrained in your brain.
Then when you’re in an interview, you’ll able to quickly recall the answer to that question. This will reduce the amount of time you need to think.
It will help you come across as being prepared, knowing yourself and being more engaged.
2. Ask for Clarification
Sometimes an Interviewer will ask you a question that you don’t quite understand or expect. If you are in doubt, ask for clarification.
This allows you to have a few moments to think of an answer, if you’ve not prepared for that question.
3. Brain to Paper
Another option is to use paper. The physical act of writing something down can take away the nerves. It helps your brain come up with an answer quicker than if you just think about it. When it happens write down three things (examples, references) that will help you answer the question. I find this approach very useful.
Remember it’s ok to be nervous. Just make sure it’s genuine and not due to being unprepared. You can never be too prepared. The more prepared you are, the better you’ll come across.
Want to learn more about handling Interview nerves? Read my recent article ‘How to Handle Interview Nerves’
QUESTION: What can you do to be better prepared?
Entry Level Accountant – SW Houston – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
Our publicly traded client is adding to their team due to growth. We are searching for 2016 or May 2017 Accounting graduates for this amazing opportunity. The ideal candidate should have 6 months to 1 years of experience (internships will work too!) If you are eager to get your career started with a company who believes in promoting from within and is more than willing to train, please email me your resume!!!!
dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
SEC Reporting Director – Houston – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
External Reporting Director | $2B Company |
Our client is a publicly-traded manufacturing company who is a leader in their specialty seeking a Financial Reporting Director. They are in growth/acquisition mode and there will be five individuals reporting up to this position.
Why work here?
- Company growth (internal & acquisition based)
- Flexible schedule
- Exposure to C-suite & Upper management
- Great medical benefits through Cigna
- Full benefits including safe-harbor 401K match of 4%
Duties:
- Compliance with GAAP/SEC requirements
- Maintain and implement financial reporting/internal control requirements
- Review and approve earnings release date
- Prepare Audit Committee presentations
Preferred Experience:
- CPA
- Public Accounting experience (Big 4)
- Industry (direct) 10K & 10Q preparation
- 10+ years of experience
Dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
Key Economic Indicator – Employment – Greater Houston Partnership
April 21, 2017
The Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metro area created 13,300 jobs in March and 30,900 jobs over the previous 12 months, according to the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).
The monthly job gain was above the 25-year average of 12,700 jobs added for a March and the 12-month growth is the largest since September ’15. Houston’s total nonfarm employment now stands at 3,023,400.
The top growth sectors were those driven by population growth: government (primarily public education), leisure and hospitality, and health care. Government added 1,300 jobs in March ’17 and 14,300 in the 12-months ending March ’17.
Leisure and hospitality added 4,200 over the month and 9,400 over the 12-month period. Health services and private education grew by 1,200 jobs in March and 11,400 over the previous 12 months. These sectors were supported by the 125,005 residents added to the region in ’16, about one new Houstonian every four minutes.
The sector posting the largest decline was trade, transportation, utilities, shedding 3,000 jobs in March and 6,200 jobs over the prior 12 months. Several industries, primarily energy-related, reported gains in March ’17 but losses over the 12-months ending March ’17, reflecting the slow recovery in the energy industry. Mining and logging (i.e., upstream energy) added 600 jobs in March ’17 but lost 4,400 jobs in the 12 months ending March ’17.
Durable goods manufacturing, which includes mining machinery, gained 2,200 jobs over the month but lost 1,000 jobs over the year.
Architectural, engineering and related services added 700 jobs in March but shed 3,900 jobs over the previous 12 months.
Houston’s March unemployment rate was 5.7 percent, down from 5.9 percent in February but up from 4.9 percent in March ’16. Texas’ unemployment rate was 5.0 percent in March, down from 5.1 percent in February but up from 4.5 percent in March ’16.
The U.S. rate was 4.6 percent in March, down from 4.9 percent in February and from 5.1 percent in March ’16. The rates are not seasonally adjusted.
Senior Internal Auditor – Rotational Program – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
With succession planning in the forefront, our client is recruiting Big 4 external auditors for a multi-year leadership rotational program, which will prepare the associate for consideration for a senior level leadership position.
The rotational program provides intensive field-based training in communication, leadership, finance, sales and operations, enabling the associate to apply these skills in critical roles throughout the company as they begin a career with the company. The program also provides access to an instant peer group and networking opportunities to help the associate learn and grow within the organization. The associate will learn directly from company leaders. Through training and real-life assignments the associate will gain the technical skills and leadership knowledge they will need to run their own part of the business.
Position Summary:
Our client seeks a bright, motivated, detail-oriented audit professional for an Internal Auditor position in their Houston, TX office. This position will report to the Audit Manager and the Audit Director based in Houston, TX and will be part of the audit team responsible for the company’s US-based corporate functions. This position provides excellent international work experience and requires travel to top domestic destinations with some international and local area travel as well.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in multiple and simultaneous risk-based audits, while maintaining departmental quality standards.
- Effectively complete audit planning, fieldwork and reporting for financial, operational, integrated and system reviews, both domestically and internationally.
- Assist in preparing audit reports that accurately summarize the most significant control weaknesses and resulting impacts to the organization.
- Assist management and audit team members through all phases of audit engagement execution, as requested.
- Represent Corporate Audit on company initiatives and special projects, including SOX compliance.
- Contribute to internal department initiatives, such as training, departmental development and other internal projects, as requested.
- Understand the company organization and develop relationships to provide value-added solutions and best-practices.
Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of 3 to 4 years progressive audit experience in a Big 4 or renowned regional public accounting firm and/or internal audit department.
- CPA or CIA is preferred;
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business is required.
- Exposure to Sarbanes-Oxley.
dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
#internalaudit #SOX #oilandgas #job #jobs #hiringnow
Spanish Speaking Bookkeeper – Galleria Area – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
Accountant | Small Company | Up to 45K | Benefits included after probation period
Our client is a small, family company who specializes in the construction & design of custom homes up to one million dollars. They were founded by a husband and wife who lead the design process of their projects. The position will primarily handle the day to day bookkeeping using QuickBooks software.
Why work here?
- Convenient location (Galleria area)
- Rapid growth & stability
- Family environment
- Flexible schedules/work hours
- Minimal overtime required
- Full benefits
Duties:
- Data Entry
- Weekly payroll (including time sheets for contractors)
- Billing
- Answering calls
- Support with scheduling & meetings
- Client interaction
Preferred Experience:
- QuickBooks
- Business Degree
- MS Office experience
- Bilingual
dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
#bookkeeper #Quickbooks
Price of Oil – April, Monday 17, 2017
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Financial Reporting Manager – Houston – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
Responsibilities:
- Prepares SEC quarterly and annual financial statements with related disclosure requirements (including XBRL).
- Prepares other Financial Statements with related disclosure requirements (including UK annual report in IFRS).
- Researches technical accounting and disclosure issues.
- Manages the accounting for equity based compensation.
- Prepares or reviews various items as support to our filings.
- Ensures that all documentation complies with the company’s regulations and professional standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors in Accounting
- Public Accounting
- At least 5 years of SEC reporting experience.
- CPA required
dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
Accounting & Finance Openings – 4/13/2017
A shortlist of some of the jobs we are trying to fill! dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
- Controller – 300M Private – West Houston
- Controller – 70M Private – North Houston
- Accountant / Bookkeeper – Construction – Galleria
- Spanish Speaking Payroll Specialist – Memorial City Mall area
- Crude Oil Accountant – West
- Fixed Asset Accountant – West
- Internal Financial Reporting Mgr. – E&P – Galleria
- Finance Manager – Pasadena – Modeling, Costing
- Controller – Public – 500M
- SEC Accounting Supervisor – West
- SEC Reporting Manager – Galleria
- Senior Financial Analyst – PE backed – Heights
- Accounting Supervisor – Contract 6 months – SW Houston
- Senior IT Auditor – NW Houston
- Senior Accounting Analyst – Sugar Land
- Senior Auditor – NW – 50% travel
- Senior Auditor – DT – 35% travel
- ONRR / Revenue Accountant – North Houston
- Nonprofit Director of Treasury – DT
- Financial Reporting Supervisor (need Big 4 Senior) – NW
- Internal Controls Manager – West
- Technical Accounting Manager – West
dlmaire@cfstaffing.com
#jobs #hiringnow #accounting # finance
Senior Financial Analyst – Houston – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
Would you like to be the right hand person to the CFO? Would you like the opportunity to work with a Private Equity portfolio company that is in acquisition mode? Do you have significant financial analysis; modeling and presentation experience? If you answered YES! to all of these questions please contact me at dlemaire@cfstaffing.com!
This company is located close to the Heights!
Senior Financial Analyst
We are looking for an MBA with great communication and analytical skills!
Perform multi-level analysis of locations from various perspectives such as geographic location, sales volume, profitability to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities.
Prepare analysis on various P&L and cash components, such as operating expenses and capital expenditures. Participate in the process and management of the capital process.
Research variances from forecast in weekly/monthly/quarterly results working with various departments to determine if trends warrant changes to forecast.
Participate in the monthly management reporting processes, supporting managers in the completion of reporting and variance analysis. Maintain and improve format and flexibility of reporting efficiencies.
Participate in the preparation of annual plans for Store and Field Administration expenses including general & administrative and other operating expenses.
Assist in the budget and forecast process. Forecast future revenue and expenditures to establish cost structures. Maintain budget and forecast information in the accounting system.
Evaluate profit and cost efficiencies in various areas of the organization as needed.
Develop, maintain and distribute ad hoc reports and financial models as needed.
Identify trends in financial performance and provide suggestions for improvement.
Salary: 100 to 125K DOE
#financialanalyst #houston #hiring #recruiter #financialmodeling #analysis
How to Best Answer Why You Got Fired | Interview Success Formula
The hardest thing to talk about to a potential employer is being fired from your last job. No employee wants to discuss this with an interviewer, especially when it can affect the hiring decision. It’s natural to be concerned about what the employer might think if he finds out that you got fired, even if the reason for the firing wasn’t entirely your fault. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s important to have a well-prepared answer so the interview can continue smoothly.
The first thing that you need to remember when preparing an answer for this question is never to say anything negative about the previous employer. The goal here is to not let your potential employer think that if things don’t pan out, you’re going to tell other people uncomplimentary things about him. Regardless of what the reason for the firing might have been, you don’t want your potential new boss to have any negative impressions in her mind.
The next thing you need to remember is that whenever you’re telling a story, it can easily be misinterpreted by other people. By not making negative comments, you can avoid having your side of the story seen as excuses. It’s easy to get carried away with the emotions you felt and be viewed as biased.
In preparing your answer, you need to focus on the positive aspects of your stay with your previous employer. Share how your stay there helped you grow as a professional; explain the big tasks you took on and succeeded in, as well as the new skills you developed with the experience you had. Even if you want to share the injustice you felt when you were fired, you need to stay on course with your goal. You want to promote who you are as a professional and the value you can bring to their company, and not the bad experience you recently had.
The last thing you need to remember is to be careful about the references you choose to give. When the interviewer asks for references, you should give other recent references if you are concerned that your last boss will only have disparaging things to say about you. If the interviewer asks why, be tactful in explaining the reason why you did this.
Something that you need to remember is that whenever you come in for an interview, you need to take your negative experiences and turn them into something positive. That’s one of the keys to success in your job search.
Alan Carniol
Alan is the creator of Interview Success Formula, a training program that has helped more than 40,000 job seekers to ace their interviews and land the jobs they deserve. Interviewers love asking curveball questions to weed out job seekers. But the truth is, most of these questions are asking about a few key areas. Learn more about how to outsmart tough interviewers by watching this video.
Tips for Writing a Great Cover Letter – CareerBuilder
Resume writing do’s and don’ts via http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com
There are some general guidelines that should be followed if you want your resume to stand out from your competition. While some rules can be open to interpretation, there are others that almost every hiring manager will agree on. These are the do’s and don’ts of writing an effective resume:
DO Tailor Your Resume
Just as one outfit won’t work for every company setting, one resume won’t work for every job posting. You should tailor it towards the position you’re applying to. Utilize key words from the job posting and have bullet points that reflect similar work experience. Taking a few extra minutes to make these edits will increase your chances of landing an interview.
DON’T Use an Inappropriate Email
In the business world, professionalism is everything. Your resume is no exception! The design, word choice, and email address all play a factor. By no means should you use a work email on your resume, nor can you use an outdated email such as tweetybird12@hotmail.com. You don’t want this to be your personal brand! Besides, it’ll be easier for hiring managers to contact you if they can associate your name with your email address.
DO Use Numbers/Data
When it comes to the job search process, your word means nothing unless you can back it up. Simply listing off job duties is not enough; hiring managers want proof that you were successful. That’s why you need to add quantifiable accomplishments. For example, instead of putting “Conducted customer outreach in order to increase sales” on your resume, you could write “Conducted over 150 customer outreach phone calls each day, which increased sales by 30%”. The latter is much more impactful.
If your resume consists of open-ended statements, then you should rework it so that it better illustrates your accomplishments. Present the situation/goal, say the actions you took, and discuss the results in terms of numbers and data- otherwise known as the STAR method. Utilizing this method will help you prove yourself to a hiring manager.
DON’T Bend the Truth
Lying on your resume is one of the worst things you can do. Not only is it wrong, but you’ll inevitably be caught. If you say that you’re proficient in specific software and begin a job where it’s required, then you are bound to encounter problems. To avoid such a situation, it’s best to abide by the “honesty is the best policy” mentality. List your skills on your resume, and go into more depth when it comes to the interview phase. Do not say you are proficient when you’re still at the beginner/intermediate level. This will ensure that you land a job that fits your skill set.
DO Check for Spelling/Grammatical Errors
This is a given, but you would be surprised at how many people forget this simple step. Any errors will lead a hiring manager to infer that you’re not detail oriented and that you don’t care about the position. Always run a simple spell check and proofread every single version of your resume. Then, proofread again! It may seem tedious, but it could make all the difference.
DON’T Have too Many Pages
Although there is no page number restriction, hiring managers agree that too much information is a bad thing. Resumes are typically looked at for less than one minute and having more pages will not change this fact, so only include what’s important! As a rule of thumb, you should have a max of 5 bullet points per job description. In addition, each bullet point should only be two lines long. Implementing these restrictions makes your resume stronger and ensures that you include only your best accomplishments.
DO Utilize a Word Cloud Generator
Have you ever reread a piece of work and realized that you’ve used the same word one too many times? Even if you reference a thesaurus, who’s to say you’ve chosen the right words to highlight your skills?
One way to find out is to upload your resume to a word cloud generator. A great one to use is Word it Out. You can upload your resume text, create the word cloud, and then examine the word list to see which words/skills are used most often. You can also edit the word cloud to only display words that show up a certain number of times. If the results aren’t what you had expected or hoped for, you can edit your word choices and try again.
DON’T Forget to Update
No one enjoys updating their resume, but it’s a necessary step if you hope to land a new job. However, the task can be more manageable if you update it consistently, and this helps ensure all important responsibilities and projects are included. If you wait until the end of a job, then chances are high that you might forget something.
Now that you have a few tips to get you started, you can dramatically increase your chances of landing your next job. Remember, editing your resume may seem like a tedious task, but it is a necessary one. Take your time and tackle it section by section. Before you know it, your stellar resume will having hiring managers dying to hire you.
Have questions on your resume? Looking for your next great accounting or finance role? We are here to help! Click here to find the closest CFS location to you and connect with one of our expert recruiters!
Happy Friday!
Senior IT Auditor – Houston – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com
Our client, who has been in business for over 100 years and has locations all over the world, is looking for a Senior IT Auditor to join their team. We are looking for someone with a minimum of 3 years of experience who can lead the IT Audit function.
Senior IT Auditor Responsibilities:
- Conduct all phases of an audit including planning, fieldwork, and report drafting
- Evaluate policies, procedures, processes and internal controls over company activities, including information systems operating procedures, system security and general computing and application controls
- Communicate findings with auditee during the test work and at the closing meeting
- Provide recommendations to improve operations
- Assist with the supervision, training and mentoring of staff auditors on audit process
- Complete audit work papers by documenting audit tests and findings
Senior IT Auditor Requirements:
- CISA (in process or completed) with at least a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems Management;
- Accounting, Finance or Management degrees or background is a plus;
- CIA or pursuing CIA is a plus;
- Public accounting experience preferred;
- Experience working within COSO/risk based framework;
- Experience with Sarbanes Oxley;
- Perform all phases of IT audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up for a single IT audit project in accordance of professional standards;
- Perform independent assessment of the compliance to internal IT policies, procedures, and processes;
- Communicate with auditee the findings during and the test work and at the closing meeting, make recommendations to improve processes;
- Document IT audit results, draft audit reports, providing a clear description of the issues and ensuring they are fully supported by the test work;
- Ability to work effectively with audit team and personnel from other departments;
- Natural curiosity and ability to probe into the depths of processes to detect control and audit matters;
- Strong analytical skills and ability to consider/develop alternative solutions;
- Excellent communications skills including listening and communicating with clients of all levels (verbally and written);
- Ability to travel up to 20%-30% domestically and internationally;
- Self-starter and highly motivated team player;
- Detail-oriented, organized, objective, consistent, and analytical;
- Able to handle multiple assignments, meet deadlines and work under pressure;
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Bilingual Payroll Specialist – West Houston
Title: Payroll Specialist | 45-65K
Why work here?
- Rapid growth company-wide
- In line for promotion to manager
- Flexible schedules
- Low turnover environment
- Minimal overtime required
Duties:
- Administer multi-state payroll using ADP (both salaried and hourly employees)
- Handle payroll processing for 1200-1300 employees
- Appropriately allocate state taxes
- Ability to calculate new hire, termination payment amounts
- Properly process payroll deductions such as wage garnishments
- Conducting periodic review of W-2 information for accuracy
- Maintain payroll records to assure compliance with state and federal law
- Ensuring accuracy of PTO balances
Requirements:
- 4+ years of payroll experience
- Multi-state experience
- Bilingual preferred (Spanish)
- ADP experience preferred
- Multi-location experience a plus
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