Responsibilities

• Developing internal audit scope, performing internal audit procedures, and preparing internal audit reports reflecting the results of the work performed
• Performing follow-up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues
• Assisting internal audit management with periodic reporting to the audit committee, development of the annual internal audit plan, and championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the company
• Directing and reviewing the work performed by other internal audit personnel, including resources from a co-sourcing firm, as needed
• Identifying business objectives and related risks per process
• Formulating and identifying control and process gaps and creating recommendations for remediation activities
• Evaluating management action plans and performing follow up
• Collecting audit evidence, i.e. execute the audit program by gathering information (i.e. conduct interviews, flowchart the process and identify controls, examine documentation and re-perform certain activities) and documenting findings
• Identifying possible root causes for observed control weaknesses in order to contribute to an enhanced internal control environment

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management
• Exhibit the leadership skills needed to sell ideas and obtain management buy-in for constructive change
• Strong understanding of internal auditing standards, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COSO and risk assessment practices

Educational Requirements

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in accounting/finance
• CPA/CIA/CISA designation, or willingness to obtain relevant certification
• A minimum of 5+ years of public accounting and/or private industry experience with knowledge of accounting, finance and internal control areas

Senior Financial Analyst / Senior Pricing Analyst

MBA Required

Why take a Senior Financial Analyst / Senior Pricing Analyst role with this company?

• Exposure to multiple business units
• Key part of finance team
• Opportunity to work domestically and internationally
• Ability to grow within the department and/or move to other area of the organization

What the Senior Financial Analyst / Senior Pricing Analyst will do…

• Monitor performance within assigned Department against established goals and key performance indicators, including utilization, leverage, realization and profitability
• Facilitate execution of Departmental business plans and highlight opportunities for improved efficiency and performance.
• Utilize dashboards, canned reports, and ad hoc reporting systems to develop and maintain an understanding of the financial and business development environment within assigned  areas.
• Liaise with Pricing and Business Development to support the preparation of fee proposals and AFAs.  Monitor the progress of AFAs against established budgets
• Develop matter budgets and monitor execution against budgets.

What the company needs in a Senior Financial Analyst / Senior Pricing Analyst:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; CPA/CIA is a plus
• 5 plus year of professional experience
• MBA required
• Great communication skills both written and spoken
• Drive to succeed

Perks of the Senior Financial Analyst / Senior Pricing Analyst role:

• Annual bonus 10%
• Strong medical benefit package
• 25 days of vacation
• 401-K with match
• Exposure to all areas of the company’s finance infrastructure

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Staff tax

• 0-2 Years’ Experience
• BBA Accounting
• Someone right out of school is ok
• Research
• Tax balance sheets
• Compliance and provisions calculations
• Special Projects weekly deadlines
• $55k-$60k

2 SR Tax

• 4-7 Years’ Experience
• Lead role will train and mentor staff
• Solid federal tax experience
• Consolidated returns
• Fix asset knowledge
• Provisions, Tax compliance
• Prep and Review Tax returns
• Some who has been in a SR role or ready to move into a SR level position
• Two opening because someone left the company and he was promoted
• $80-$90k

Calling all folks with public accounting in their background – my clients want to speak with YOU! Some of the opportunities below will not apply to your background, but some of them definitely could! If you’re interested and/or know someone who would want to know more, please let me know ASAP. These roles are moving fast!

Consulting:

M&A/Valuations – Senior to Principal level

SEC, IFRS, Transaction Support, and/or SOX – Senior to Principal level

Rotational Programs:

Insurance – Start in Internal Audit (max 2 years)

O&G Services – Start in Internal Audit (max 2 years)

SEC Reporting:

Consumer Goods – Senior Director

O&G Services – Manager

Infrastructure – Senior Accountant (x2) {additional exposure to FX, consolidations, and financial analysis / fast-track to Controller}

IFRS Reporting:

O&G – Manager {multi-billion, multi-national company}

Finance:

Services – Manager {oversee FP&A for 150+ locations}

Professional Services – Manager

Energy – Senior

Investment Firm – Senior

Accounting:

Construction – Corporate Controller

Consumer Goods – Corporate Controller

Manufacturing – Plant Controller

Homebuilding – Assistant Controller

O&G Services – Senior

Consumer Goods – Staff

Property Management – Staff

SOX/Internal Controls:

Consumer Goods – Manager

Internal Audit:

Services – Manager {25% travel}

O&G Services – Staff

O&G Service – IT Senior

Tax:

Professional Services – Director of Tax and International Operations

Services – Income Manager

O&G Services – Global Senior

Services – Sales & Use

Public Accounting Firms:

Entry level – Partner

2 firms: 40 hour work-week; part-time options available as well

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for monthly general ledger close while ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Prepare analyses for SEC reporting and prepare variance analysis and explanations.
• Record cash transactions and prepare accruals.
• Perform other routine accounting tasks related to certain properties
• Assist with preparation of Land Models for certain properties, including preparation of step charts, detailed land sales and development schedules.
• Provide assistance with quarterly/annual SEC filings and internal/external audits.
• Assist  with annual budgets.
• In conjunction with the Accounting Manager or Controller, assist in preparing periodic forecast updates.
• Provide support with special projects and other duties as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum of 2-5 years of accounting experience required.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards general ledger application and Hyperion Financial Management consolidation and reporting tools is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles and practices.
• Advanced to expert in accounting information systems.
• Ability to manage complex matters or processes.
• General computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Certified Public Accountant or CPA candidate preferred

Assistant Controller for company located on west side of Houston:

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare account/bank reconciliations on a monthly basis
• Produce monthly financial statements
• Prepare journal entries and record in accounting system
• Assist with monthly close
• Calculate various monthly allocations
• Periodic reviews of job cost data reports and project budget reports
• Assist accounts payable with researching
• Prepare updated job cost reports
• Set up general ledger accounts for new projects
• Perform operational analysis and financial forecasting
• Prepare/process and review various weekly/monthly reports

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• CPA a must
• Minimum of 3-5 years accounting experience.
• Big 4/6/8 big public accounting required and industry experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required and JD Edwards experience is preferred
• Accuracy, analytical skills and attention to detail are required
• Strong multi-tasking skills; must manage responsibilities under strict deadlines

Cost Accounting Manager Jobs in San Antonio, TX – Creative Financial Staffing

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is a national leader in the manufacturing field looking to add a Cost Accounting Manager to their team ! The company offers an exciting long term career opportunity to work with a team that offers a friendly, open working environment that fosters teamwork and cross-department collaboration. They also boast a corporate culture that supports open communication, employee recognition, career development, and job satisfaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COST ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Leads and controls maintenance of the standard cost system ensuring standards represent actual cost
Maintains open work orders ensuring completed orders are closed timely
Responsible for financial close processes related to inventory, variance analysis and performance trends/reports
>Responsible for the financial controls around physical inventories
Manages and develops team of cost accountants and fosters a team environment
Cultivates a culture of continuous improvement as it relates to cost accounting and recommends; process improvements related to plant operations and financial performance

Senior Accountant

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED FOR THE SENIOR ACCOUNTANT ROLE:

4 year degree in Accounting or Finance>
CPA preferred
Cost Accounting
Public Accounting
Big 4 Experience
Solid computer skills
Ideal candidate will have manufacturing industry experience
Attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven management experience
Experience working in an ERP accounting environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
Able to manage multiple priorities

SOX COMPLIANCE ANALYST Jobs in San Antonio, TX – Creative Financial Staffing

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

My client is the leading expert in their field & is on the Fortune Magazine’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For
The culture is like none other, starting with the way they hire. My client is really looking for the perfect personality fit, with a team member that is a subject matter expert in the field of SOX Compliance.
Customer Service is #1 for this company and they need a team member that is empowered to serve.
Offer great benefits, many perks, and awesome company culture

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

Facilitate full SOX compliance life cycle for both business processes and systems–walkthrough, risk assessment, scoping, implementation, review, deficiency evaluatoin, reporting, and remediation.
Develop key process, system and control documentation
Facilitate report C&A benchmarking
Facilitate Service Organization Control reporting and analysis
Teach internal stakeholders ‘how to fish’ while advising on technical compliance issues
Provide outstanding customer support throughout entire process

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

CPA, CIA, CRMA, and/or CFE
Big 4 experience
Experience with report C&A benchmarking
Experience with evaluations of SOC1 reports
Experience with Oracle EBS, Oracle BRM, and/or Hyperion Financials

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Working knowledge of the SEC’s Interpretive guidance, AS5, COBIT 5, GAIT, PCAOB Alerts, and the COSO 2013 Framework
Problem solver with a desire to learn and take on responsibilities
Adaptable
Ability to think outside the box to find optimal solutions
Ability to thrive in fast paced, evolving environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical compliance issues to any audience
Ability to travel 10-20%
Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
Bachelors degree in Accounting or related discipline<
SOX auditing or compliance experience<
3-5 years experience

Audit Manager 

Internal Audit Manager

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

My client is a leader in their field with an unwavering long-term focus behind every decision, for the purpose of continued success for the company and its employees. The organization stands for a culture of professional excellence, personal achievement and giving back to the community. The actions of the organization are guided by a deep sense of ethics and a belief in the individual’s potential.

My client is looking to add an Internal Audit Manager to their growing team. This individual would have 6-8 direct reports and would have responsibility for SOX Compliance, Financial Controls, and IT.
Great opportunity for advancement within the company
Competitive pay
Great benefits
Stock options
Matching 401K

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

Manage 6-8 individuals in Financial Controls, SOX, and IT
Audit projects
Schedule audits
Relationship management with process owners

The ideal candidate would have:

Degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA
Background in Insurance related field
Big Four Experience
Client service oriented
Management experience

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• Senior Accounting and Financial Analyst – DT
• Financial Controls Manager – company filing IPO – help them become SOX compliant!
• Senior Inventory Accounting Director – West Houston
• Payroll Specialist – Temp to HIre – NW (Fallbrook) – 50 to 60K 
• Tax Senior – Public Accounting – only looking for future partners!!!!!!
• Financial Analyst – M&A – Greenway Plaza – could be staff or senior level
• Law Firm Administrator – Montrose area – HR background – must be degreed!
• Payroll Supervisor – Ceridian – Greenspoint
• Payroll Manager – Belt & I-10 – Must have Canadian payroll
• Expatriate Tax Senior – Galleria
• Senior Corporate Accountant – Big 4 required
• AP Manager – SW – must have Oracle implementation experience
• Great Plains implementation Consulting Role!!!!!! The Woodlands!!!!
• AP Accountant – Temp to Hire – Oil & Gas – Onshore invoices – Billing & Payable
• Accounting Interns – NEED 2 with prior internship or above 3.0 GPA 
• HR Manager – Temp to Hire – generalist – northwest Houston
• Construction Management INTERNS needed for summer
• JR Accountant with one year of public accounting experience – Temp to Hire

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JIB / AP Accountant

Exploration & Production

Why take a JIB / AP Accountant role with this company?

• Exposure to land, operations and accounting
• Key part of the AP group
• Opportunity to take ownership of a growing business segment
• Ability to join a stable and growing company

What the JIB / AP Accountant  will do…

• Review JIB cash call application and apply as necessary

• Act as a problem solver

• Work with outside operators to resolve JIB issues

• Prepare outside operator reports

What the company needs in a JIB / AP Accountant :

• High School or college degree
• 5 + years of experience working with outside operators
• Working knowledge of JOint Operating agreements
• Some who strives for excellence and takes ownership

Perks of the JIB / AP Accountant role:

• Annual bonus

• Strong medical benefit package

• 401-K with match

• Flex time!!!!

Senior Corporate Accountant – NW Houston – 75K

Senior Staff Accountant – Pasadena – 55K

Staff Accountant – West Houston – 50 to 60K

Staff Accountant – Northwest Houston – 55 to 62K

Staff Property Accountant – Wooldands – 55K

Operations Accountant – Downtown –  50 to 70K

Senior Accounting Analyst – DT – 90K

Senior Accounmtant – NW Houston – 70K

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NEW!!!!!

– Property Accountant – Staff or Senior
– Treasury Analyst – Heavy Cash Management
– Treasury Analyst – Must speak Spanish
– Controller – WIP / POC a MUST
– Full Time – Consultant – Transactions Advisory Services – All Levels!!!!
– Full Time – Consultant – Financial Advisory Services – All Levels!!!!!
– Hyperion Financial Analyst – HFM, Hyperion or Smartview experience – 1 to 2 years of experience!!!!
– Staff Accountant – work under 3 amazing controllers and learn from the best!!!!! no more than 2 years of experience needed.
– Internal Audit Manager – Pre-IPO company!
– Sales & Use Tax Accountant – staff and senior

Still Looking For:
– Controller with domestic & international accounting experience (SEC too!)
– Director with International and Federal Tax experience – Partnership too
– Senior Auditor (less than 10% travel)
– Operational Auditor – 50% travel
– AP Supervisor – small company, family atmosphere
– Senior Accountant – Oil & Gas – Right hand person to the Controller
– Tax Analyst – Federal & State – Amazing tenure in this group!
– CFO – San Antonio – retail background preferred
– Budget Analyst – banner experience preferred

email: dlemaire@cfstaffing.com