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Senior Staff Accountant – Montrose Area – Dlemaire@cfstaffing.com

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My client is a leading Engineering consulting firm that recently expanded into the Houston area. With offices in New York, Florida, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas, after 30 years of success they are now looking to break into the rapidly growing Houston Market. This group is a leading firm involved in disaster management as well as public infrastructure projects.

Why work here?

  • Rapid growth and opportunity
  • Stability, proven track-record
  • Tight-Knight group, very friendly
  • An 8-5 working day
  • Exciting travel options to New York, Florida, Mississippi, South Carolina (Optional)
  • Strong benefits (3 wks+ of PTO, 401K 4% match)

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of accounting experience (Up to 15 years is welcome)
  • CPA is a plus (not required)
  • Deltek Software Experience required
  • Bachelor degree required

Salary: 

  • 60 to 75K DOE 

New Openings this week…..

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NEW!!!! 

  • Senior Tax Accountant or Supervisor – Family Office – Downtown
  • Senior Accountant – Small Accounting Team – Fast Paced Environment – Midtown
  • Senior Staff Accountant – GL, Month End – SW Houston
  • Staff Accountant – 0 to 2 years of experience – Downtown
  • Assistant Controller – 5 to 8 years of experience – Small company – Galleria
  • Internal Auditor – Staff or Senior – Galleria

Still HOT!!!!

  • Corporate Director FP&A – Downtown
  • IT Audit Lead – West Houston
  • IT Auditor – Galleria
  • E&P Tax Manager or Director – Downtown
  • Controller – Start Up – Greenway Plaza
  • High Net Wealth Tax Manager – Greenway Plaza
  • Internal Audit Senior – 40% Travel – Downtown

 

 

May 2016 Newsletter for Accounting & Finance Professionals in Houston

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May 2016

Industry News and Updates:

Boom or Bust? Neither! The first question I seem to get when I speak to both hiring managers and candidates is: “How is the market doing?” My answer is: It’s not 2014 where every company in Houston seemed to be hiring, but it is also not the 80’s bust either (I personally have only heard stories about this time). Houston has come such a long way and has diversified from being just an oil town since then. We are so much more! Don’t get me wrong there are industries in Houston that are truly hurting, but there are also industries that are doing just fine. The price of oil does impact our economy directly and indirectly, but I am so excited to report that it seems to be ticking up every week. Today the price is around $45 a barrel. Most economist will tell you that we need to get to $60 dollars a barrel and a lot of them have predicted we will hit that number by the end of the year.

It is harder to find a job today and you have to use multiple resources. You cannot simply go online, upload your resume to CareerBuilder and wait for the phone to ring. First, you have to make sure that you have a good resume (there are some links listed below with resume writing tips) and then you have to use great recruiters, your network, LinkedIn, networking functions, ads, niche job boards and yes CareerBuilder. One source is not enough in the present job market. The great news is that our unemployment rate is still below 5%; which technically speaking, means that we are at full employment. As you know, I always like to see the bright side of things!

See you again in July 2016

Local Statistics:

  • National Unemployment Rate: 5.1 (last year 5.6)
  • Houston Unemployment Rate:  4.9 (last year 4.3)
  • Oil Rig Count: 437 (last year 976)  
  • Price of Oil: 45.9 (last year around 55)
  • Industries hiring: Consumer Products / Service related companies, Chemical, Real Estate, Non Profit, Legal, Public Accounting Firms!!!! 
  • Positions in demand: Staff &  Senior Accountants, Tax, Audit, Management level roles in Accounting

Interesting Articles:

Local Searches:

Galleria area:

  • Financial Reporting & Consolidations Senior – must have public – Galleria
  • GL Accountant – 59 & Main
  • Associate Manager / Manager – Professional Services Firm – Consulting on high profile projects – full time role – need at least 2.5 year of public accounting and maybe a splash of industry to qualify
  • Senior Compliance / IT Auditor
  • Senior Federal & State Tax Accountant
  • Payroll Manager with PeopleSoft
  • Senior Internal Auditor – low travel
  • Reduced work week hours: Tax Manager or Supervisor – small public accounting firm
  • Senior Accountant, Great Plains preferred 

North Houston:

  • Senior Accountant – NW Houston
  • Senior Insurance Accountant – NW Houston
  • Staff Auditor – Woodlands
  • Senior Staff Accountant – Woodlands
  • Senior Auditor – Woodlands
  • Junior Property Accountant – Greenspoint
  • Accounting Manager – Real Estate – Woodlands

Downtown/Central:

  • Senior Auditor, Downtown, 40% travel
  • Staff Accountant (big 4) – 2 openings
  • Audit Manager – Non Profit – 10M dollar Budget
  • Tax Staff Accountant – Galleria
  • Senior IT Auditor – Galleria
  • Tax Supervisor – CPA Firm – are you a senior ready for the next step?
  • International Controller
  • Director of FP&A (must have MBA)
  • Treasury Analyst, DT, Must have Big 4 Audit
  • Billing Specialist with Elite

West Houston/Energy Corridor:

  • Accounting Director (public accounting background)
  • Payroll Coordinator – Rosenberg
  • Audit Senior – 70% travel – West

Consulting & Temporary Roles:

  • Accounting Assistant – Hospitality
  • 4 Fixed Asset Accountant – West
  • Interim Controller with Dynamics – West
  • Contracts Analyst – Sugar Land
  • Receptionist, Southeast
  • HR / Recruiter – Non Profit
  • Receptionist – Non Profit

San Antonio Openings:

  • Bank Auditor-Top San Antonio Employer (Up to 122k)
  • Staff Bank Auditor- Top San Antonio Employer(up to75k)
  • Audit- Sox with Exotic Travel (Insurance Industry, up to 75k)
  • Tax Analyst- Federal & State Tax, (Renewable Energy, ~70s)
  • Controller- Implement new policies & procedures (Automotive Industry, 120-150k)

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Senior Accountant, Med Center Area, dlemaire@cfstaffing.com

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Mid size and fast growing healthcare related coming is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their team. If you love to have you hands in all aspects of accounting and love a fast paced environment this role is for you!

The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare and analyze the monthly budget/forecast to actual variance reports;
  • Perform general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, fixed assets, employer’s benefit costs, accruals and prepaid expenses;
  • Heavy Excel- pivot tables, v-lookups, if statements, formatting;
  • Assist in the preparation of financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow.
  • Ability to work in and out of 10 different softwares to pull reports when needed.
  • Assist with tax preparation- pulling reports, docs and liaison between CPA firm

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, especially Excel).

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2-4 years of relevant experience (accounting operations and/or audit).
  • Experience in the healthcare industry is a plus, but not required.
  • Must have a degree in Accounting.

December 2015 Newsletter for Accounting Professionals from Diane Delgado LeMaire @ CFS

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December 2015


Industry News and Updates:
Let me just jump right in and address the question that is going through everyone’s mind: What is going on in the Houston job market? I get this one daily and I must admit it is not an easy question to answer. I would like to share some data that I learned about at a recent forum (Bauer College of Business – Institute for Regional Forecasting) I attended and then share my thoughts at the end. The title of the Forum was: Houston’s Job Growth Stumbles As Oil Markets Swoon: Where Now? That doesn’t really set the tone for a positive outlook, does it? Here are some of the highlights:

  1. It’s all about oil! Price is down by 50%. Eventually this trickles down and impacts all sectors; even retail! BUT construction, education, healthcare, and home building are still doing well.
  2. In 2015, we virtually had 0% employment growth in Houston.
  3. This is NOT 1982! But we do have a supply / demand issue and that is what is pushing the price of oil down.
  4. The greatest oil boom is over for now.
  5. The professional and business services sector have not been impacted yet.
  6. One operating rig actually creates 227 jobs (direct and indirect)!!!!!!!
  7. Houston is undergoing a mild recession. Best case scenario we come out in mid-2016, but it looks like 2017 is more likely. Worst case scenario this drags out until 2018.

That is what I learned and here is MY opinion… I think there are many sectors in Houston that will be hiring. Our office is seeing demand in a lot of different industries and at a variety of levels. Is this the summer of 2014? No, and it will not be for a while. The Houston economy goes through business cycles just like everyone else. While most of the US was still in the midst of the Great Recession, Houston was booming. Well, it’s not a BUST for Houston for now, but we will be hurting a little bit in the near future. Companies are going to try and get by with less overhead. They are going to consolidate positions and they are going to have to lay off, unfortunately.  The good news for you is that you are an accountant! There is always a need for accountants!!!!! Also,  Houston is still at a 4.8% unemployment rate (September 4.4, October 4.6). We are still at full employment and there are plenty of people nearing retirement age. The jobs are still out there, however, they are not as easy to find and you may have to be a little bit more flexible with what you are looking for. So, my verdict? I am cautiously optimistic about 2016, but I am really looking forward to 2017!!!!!!

See you again in February 2016!

Local Statistics:

  • National / Houston Unemployment rate: 4.8/4.8
  • Price of Oil:$38ish (last year $75)
  • Oil Rig Count:760 (last year 1925)
  • Industries hiring: Manufacturing, Construction, Consumer Products related companies, Real Estate, Public Accounting Firms!!!!
  • Positions in demand: Tax, Auditors, Financial Analysts, Staff and Senior Accountants

Interesting Articles:

Local Searches:

  • Manager of Statutory Reporting – International
  • Public Accounting: Tax and Audit – All levels!
  • Accounting Supervisor – NW Houston – Lead ready to take on form supervisor title!
  • AR Specialist – 50 to 55K West – non degreed role!
  • Accounting Analyst – Conroe
  • FP&A Manager – SE Houston – MBA A MUST
  • Division Assistant Controller – West – Must have 2 to 4 year of Public Accounting!
  • Accounting Supervisor – NW Houston
  • Inventory and Operations Accounting Director – West
  • Senior Financial Analyst – Salt Lake City, UTAH – right hand person to VP/GM
  • Tax Accountant – West
  • International Tax Accountant – North
  • Financial Analyst – CPA who wants to do finance!
  • Bilingual Auditor!!!!!
  • Senior Auditor for Public Accounting
  • Tax Supervisor – CPA Firm – are you a senior ready for the next step?
  • Financial Analyst – Modeling experience – Senior Role
  • Division Assistant Controller – 3 years of public accounting
  • Senior Accountant – 3 years GL experience – Galleria
  • Division Controller – regional role…work with several locations and report to CFO of Americas…heavy operations focused
  • Sales & Use Tax Analyst
  • Associate Manager / Manager – Professional Services Firm – Consulting on high profile projects – full time role – need at least 2.5 year of public accounting and maybe a splash of industry to qualify! This is for those who want to build a resume that will get them to the next level quickly!
  • ONRR Manager – want to work for one of Houston’s best?
  • Sales & Use Tax Accountant – huge global company!
  • Credit & Collections Manager – Spanish!!!!!
  • Audit Senior – low travel
  • Senior IT Auditor – 2 openings!!!!!
  • Financial Analyst – SALT LAKE CITY – who wants to move to UTAH?

San Antonio Searches:

  • University Controller

 

Diane Delgado LeMaire

Senior Managing Director, Executive Search & Branch Manager

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Hot Accounting & Finance Job Openings Houston – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com

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  • Director of Inventory Accounting – Manufacturing / Distribution Background – must love to mentor / train / process improvements
  • Financial Analyst – Modeling experience – Staff Role
  • Senior Financial Analyst – Salt Lake City, UTAH – right hand person to VP/GM
  • Real Estate Accountant – Senior – Work closely with Operations!
  • Accounting Supervisor – SEC
  • Senior Staff Accountant – SEC – 1 year of big 4 or large regional firm exp
  • Bilingual Spanish Auditor – travel all over Latin America!!!!!
  • Division Controller – regional role…work with several locations and report to CFO of Americas…heavy operations focused
  • Sales & Use Tax Analyst
  • Public Accounting – I don’t think I have a firm that is not hiring!!!! Ask about who we work with….we only work with the BEST!
  • Associate Manager / Manager – Professional Services Firm – Consulting on high profile projects – full time role – need at least 2.5 year of public accounting and maybe a splash of industry to qualify! This is for those who want to build a resume that will get them to the next level quickly!
  • Financial Analyst – Senior – Modeling experience required (be able to create and maintain!)
  • ONRR Manager – want to work for one of Houston’s best?
  • Sales & Use Tax Accountant – huge global company!
  • Credit & Collections Manager – Spanish!!!!!
  • Audit Senior – low travel
  • Audit Manager – SOX/ Ops Audits / CPA required
  • Senior IT Auditor – 2 openings!!!!!

 

 

 

 

Do you love working with Operations? Check out this Senior Real Estate Accountant role! dlemaire@cfstaffing.com

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#JOBS

Real Estate Accountant:

  • Monthly close – Perform monthly close of the Company’s real estate entities, including calculating and posting gains on sale of real estate.
  • Financial Modeling & Analysis – Prepare financial models or analyses as needed.
  • Vendor invoices – Provide coding for vendor invoices related to real estate projects or land/easement sales.
  • Partner and Bank Reports – Prepare partner and bank reports as needed.
  • Management Reporter Quarterly Reporting – Prepare quarterly internal financial reports for the Company’s real estate entities.
  • Land/Easement Sales – Assist with items needed for closing of land or easement sales
  • Ad-valorem tax payments – Manage ad-valorem tax master list and ensure prompt payment of all ad-valorem tax invoices.
  • Annual audits – Assist with annual audits.

Compensation and benefits:

  • Base Salary
  • Bonus: 7.5% of Base Salary paid annually
  • 401(k) Plan – Matched 100% up to 8%
  • Company subsidized PPO, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability)
  • Free Covered Parking OR Fully Subsidized Transit

Qualifications:

  • CPA/CPA Candidate with Real Estate Accounting Experience
  • 4 plus years of Audit and / or GL experience

Financial Reporting Manager – dlemaire@cfstaffing.com

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Our client is a global oilfield products company that has had tremendous growth over the past 5 years through acquisition and organically. They are seeking a Financial Reporting Manager (SEC) for their corporate headquarters on the west side of Houston, TX (Memorial City area).

The Financial Reporting Manager will have high exposure to the C-suite, with an office just 2 doors down from the CFO and 3 doors down from the CEO. Unlike most Financial Reporting Manager roles, this position will be flexible with overtime, allowing you to work from home in the evenings. The Financial Reporting Manager will run all SEC Reporting, Internal Management Reporting, Corporate Accounting & Equity Accounting for the company while overseeing 2 direct reports.

Job Description:

  • Oversee the preparation and timely submission of SEC filings including the 10-Qs and 10-K, and other miscellaneous filings
  • Draft and review quarterly and annual financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flow, statement of stockholders’ equity, footnote disclosures
  • Draft management discussion and analysis section of SEC filings, including variances analysis on operating results and cash flow activities
  • Prepare initial draft of earnings releases
  • Prepare initial draft of financial data used during the earnings calls with external analysts
  • Work with external auditors to meet requests and questions on the SEC reporting
  • Aid in writing responses to SEC comment letters
  • Manage the preparation of internal management reporting and understanding variances to budget and prior periods
  • Aid in the accounting for and maintaining the ledger of equity transactions
  • Monitor and ensure timely identification and compliance with evolving accounting guidance
  • Assist in accounting research related to new and existing accounting pronouncements on an as needed basis
  • Fulfill ad hoc requests from management
  • Update and maintain documentation with respect to internal controls over financial reporting (Sarbanes Oxley)
  • Coordinate the information gathering process involving interactions with finance personnel across the organization

    Required Skills:

  • Undergraduate degree in Accounting
  • Certified Public Accountant
  • Big 4 or large public accounting firm experience
  • SEC reporting experience
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, FASB and SEC requirements
  • Workiva experience and XBRL knowledge is a plus
  • Hyperion product experience (HFM, FDM) is a plus
  • Webfilings experience 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

Hot Accounting & Finance Jobs This Week! dlemaire@cfstaffing.com

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  • Staff Accountant – Galleria
  • Financial Analyst – Conroe
  • Controller – Conroe
  • FP&A Supervisor – Need Modeling experience!!!!
  • Fixed Asset Accountant – Staff or Senior – Galleria
  • Senior GL Accountant – Galleria – Company in Growth Mode!
  • Financial Reporting Manager – Looking for a first year manager or strong senior to learn SEC Reporting
  • SAP Controller – SE Houston
  • Global Controller – West Houston
  • Internal Compliance Manager – West Houston
  • Senior Accountant – SW Houston
  • Payroll Accountant – Galleria
  • Financial Reporting Analyst – DT – Must have public accounting
  • JIB Accountant – Woodlands
  • Senior Accounting Manager – Clearlake – CPA!
  • Senior Accountant – Clearalake
  • Spanish Speaking HR Admin
  • Small CPA Firm – Tax, Audit and Bookkeepers needed!!!!
  • Internal Audit Manager – low travel – NW Houston
  • Senior Auditor – low travel – NW Houston
  • Staff Auditor – no audit experience required!!!!! West Houston

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April 2015 Newsletter for Accounting & Finance Professionals in Houston by Diane Delgado LeMaire @ CFS

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April 2015

Industry News and Updates
First things first. Please make sure that you have added my new email address to your contacts. It is dlemaire@cfstaffing.com.

With Q1 behind us lets jump right into the update for Houston. I am sure everyone is curious about the oil & gas prices and what impact they are having  on the job market in Houston. I have been in the recruiting industry for almost 14 years and have already been through 2 full blown recessions. 2015 has been an interesting year so far.  I feel like our local economy has taken a hit from the drop of Oil & Gas, but it’s not as severe (knock on wood) as I thought it would be. Some might beg to differ but, let me explain!

Obviously, Houston has been impacted by the depressed prices. Most Exploration & Production companies are not hiring at all. Some are even laying off, but downstream and midstream companies are still hiring. They are actually benefiting from the drop in price. Not to mention the back log of construction projects that are still on the books. We are also seeing increased demand from consumer products based companies (retail, restaurant, healthcare). Houston has gained nearly 570,000 residents in the past 5 years!

Just imagine the resources they will need from housing, healthcare to groceries and cars!

So, is the job market as good as it was last year? The simple answer is no, but there are still a lot of opportunities out there in several other industries outside of “oil & gas”.

Until next time..

Local Statistics:

  • National / Houston Unemployment rate:8/4.3
  • Price of Oil:$56.71(last year $100)
  • Oil Rig Count:1109 (last year 1803)
  • Industries hiring:Manufacturing, Construction, Consumer Products related companies, Real Estate & Homebuilding, Healthcare
  • Positions in demand:Controller, Financial Analyst, Tax, Internal Auditor, Payroll,

Local Searches

NEW!!!!!

– Property Accountant – Staff or Senior

– Treasury Analyst – Heavy Cash Management

– Treasury Analyst – Must speak Spanish

– Treasury Accountant – 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

– Payroll Manager MUST have Canadian payroll experience

– Financial Planning and Analysis Manager – HEAVY acquisition based

– AP Manager – SAP experience!!!!!

Still Looking For:

– Controller with domestic & international accounting experience (SEC too!)

– Controller, CPA with SEC

– AP Manager – bringing AP in house!

– Senior Accountant – Corporate accounting

– 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

– Billing Clerk

– AP Clerk MUST speak French

News and Resources

Division Controller – SW Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

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One of Houston’s fastest growing refining companies is looking for a Controller. This position will be the highest rank in the Houston office, reporting directly to the CAO & CFO.

Brief Description:

The Controller is responsible for all aspects of the petroleum business’ financial reporting; oversight and development of the petroleum accounting staff; forecasting of cash needs; monitoring of the consolidated petroleum business plan; assisting the SEC reporting group in conjunction with the quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K filings; the overall maintenance and oversight of effective internal controls for the business and the associated compliance and adherence to controls for SOX 404; and contribution to the development of financial policies, plans and programs. The Controller provides relevant information to the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer; and, works closely with the operating business unit leaders to ensure timely identification and resolution of financial issues associated with the petroleum business.

Package from 150 to 250 total comp

dcd@fittsroberts.com

Staff Accountant – NW Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

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Responsibilities:
• Compile financial information and prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts; document business transactions; and reconcile and close Company accounts on a monthly basis.
• Perform general ledger duties to assist with monthly activity and closings.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts to general ledger balances.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for specified accounts and may analyze daily bank account activity.
• Analyze and document variances in account balances between periods.
• Prepare various schedules required for internal and external reporting
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual filings.
• Assist with special projects as needed.

Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or a related field or the equivalent education and/or experience
• Work towards CPA designation preferred

Internal Auditor – NW Houston – less than 25% travel – dcd@fittsroberts.com

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Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of a full audit examination with limited managerial guidance. Essential elements of an Audit will include audit planning, walkthroughs, audit program development, risk and control identification, status reporting, decision-making, and time/budget management
• Plan, organize, and perform various audits.
• Develop accurate, meaningful and complete audit work papers and draft reports that adequately support audit findings and document work performed.
• Develop issue based reports based on audit points, summarize findings and recommendations.
• Prepare draft audit report to departmental and client management for review and discussion.
• Suggest recommendations on ways to improve audit work processes.

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, will consider other degrees based on level of Senior Auditor experience.
• CPA, CFA or CIA (or progress towards completion) preferred

Experience:
• Minimum of two years of relevant and progressive Internal Audit
• Working knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, internal auditing standards, and GAAP
• Experience in leading projects and proven ability to drive results

Senior Accountant – The Woodlands – email: dcd@fittsroberts.com

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Senior Accountant in Financial Reporting

External Reporting (SEC):
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and year-end external financial reports, including business section, risk factors, footnotes and MD&A for quarterly earnings releases, 10-Qs and 10-Ks.
• Participate in SOX 404 efforts, including documentation of processes, testing process controls, and making recommendations for improvements.
• Help improve formal processes to ensure that appropriate support is maintained for all disclosures in the Company’s SEC filings.
• Assist with compliance and implementation of all new standards and guidance promulgated by the SEC, FASB, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Work closely with external auditors as well as the internal audit department.
• Assist corporate finance in various capacities, including but not limited to, internal reporting duties.

Technical Accounting:
• Help document accounting policies and assist in technical accounting research.
• Assist with implementation of new accounting standards.

Transaction Support:
• Assist with financial due diligence related to business combinations and purchase accounting.
• Help prepare pro forma financial statements as needed.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of accounting and financial concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to independently identify and resolve problems or take advantage of opportunities.
• Strong computer skills, including a demonstrated ability to use accounting systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Qualifications:
• Bachelors/Masters Degree in Accounting.
• CPA required.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience including at least 1-2 years of public accounting (Big 4 Firm).
• SOX 404 experience preferred.
• Experience with GAAP accounting research and application.
• Excellent writing skills; proficient in technical accounting writing ability

Top 30 Interview Bloopers – Add to this List! By Dana Manciagli

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A quick and great list to review. Most of these should be self explanatory…but unfortunately they are not!

https://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20140804224858-38311-top-30-interview-bloopers-add-to-this-list?_mSplash=1

Good news, bad news. Bad news: The majority of job seekers are blowing it in their job interviews. So the bar is pretty low.
Now the good news: You can stand out in interviews by being prepared. Well-rehearsed, smart about your answers and balanced between confidence and humility.
So instead of lecturing you more about the “crap” that happens in interviews (both with external company interviews or within your company), I’ll just point out the multiple bloopers.

See other LinkedIn blogs and my website blogs for the interview solutions.

In my 30+ years hiring, interviewing and helping thousands of job seekers, the following 30, in no particular order, are the most popular mistakes.

1. Not listening to the question.
2. Babbling on and on and on and on
3. Not having interesting questions.
4. No passion, low energy.
5. Cocky, not self-aware or not humble.
6. Negative about your prior company, prior boss, or prior anything.
7. Not being prepared with good ‘ole strengths and weaknesses.
8. Forgot to go for the close, or ask to continue to the next step of the hiring process.
9. Slow with turnaround on a request from the interviewer (like sending information).
10. Smelling. Onions, cigarette smoke, perfume, cologne.
11. Chewing gum.
12. Phone on and vibrating or ringing
13. Dressed inappropriately, sloppy.
14. Nothing to write with (and I don’t mean on a PC or phone).
15. Having something to write with, but not writing anything down.
16. Spilling a cup of coffee or soda.
17. Leaving your dirty cup of coffee or soda on their desk upon departure.
18. Sticky or wimpy handshake.
19. No eye contact.
20. Slouching.
21. Interrupting.
22. Forgetting your resume, not having enough copies.
23. Not knowing the job description of the position you are interviewing for.
24. Not doing research on the web about the company, division, hiring manager, etc.
25. Scuffed shoes.
26. Listening to music or talking on your phone in the waiting room.
27. Asking about salary or benefits.
28. Left your manners at home.
29. Messy with your stuff: messy papers, coat, bags, purses all disheveled, no hand free to shake hands.
30. Being late!

More bad news: there are more than these 30! Help our LinkedIn blog readers and contribute more mistakes that you see as an interviewer.
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Diane Delgado LeMaire | Area Director, Executive Search & Branch Manager | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-490-6003 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| My LinkedIn | My Blog |

Senior Auditor – 50% travel – NW location – dcd@fittsroberts.com

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90K plus 30% bonus plus 30% stock options

Job Description
The successful candidate will work on internal audit activities encompassing 200+ locations at a global dynamic company.
The position will be responsible for carrying out audit procedures, in accordance with professional standards, to evaluate control deficiencies and to recommend appropriate corrective actions.
The individual should be capable of identifying process improvement opportunities for management’s consideration, be able to perform at the highest level and with a risk based approach and willing to share best practices within the organization.
Other areas of involvement may include special management-directed projects, including fraud investigations, forensic audits and IT and Sarbanes-Oxley initiatives depending on experience, business need and career objectives. This position can be a springboard to other financial management roles in the company.
Relocation assistance could be considered for the right candidate.

Required
BS in Accounting, Business or Computer Science
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Ability to quickly obtain knowledge of Company policies and procedures is desirable
Collaborative team member with strong interpersonal skills to lead audit engagements
Willingness to constructively challenge practices and processes
Proficiency in time management, organization and planning skills
Ability to work alone or in a team setting
Must possess good work habits and strong work ethic
Ability to handle multiple projects at one time
Advanced degree (e.g., MBA)
Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, CMA, etc.), or progress toward certification
Ability to travel 50 to 60% primarily domestic with occasional international assignments

Senior International / Consolidations Accountant – Westchase and Downtown Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

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Looking for Senior Accountants with International Accounting and Consolidations experience.

Responsibilities
Managing financial accounting and reporting activities for the Company’s holding companies
Perform reconciliations between Statutory books and US GAAP books on a quarterly basis
Ensure statutory report and taxes are submitted timely
Provide support to International Business Units on matters of accounting and tax policy and practice, internal controls, as well as the implementation of financial accounting systems
Provides support and assists with the coordination of the financial accounting and reporting activities for operations across our International business units
Assist in resolution of any accounting and internal control issues related to International accounting operations
Improve timeliness and accuracy of financial closing and reporting for International companies
Review financial activity and transactions associated with International joint ventures to ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures
Work with the treasury, legal and accounting functions on reorganizations, acquisitions, divestitures, and tax planning implementation and documentation, as needed
Participate in process improvement projects that result in greater efficiency
Minimum Requirements
A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in a financial-management role at the corporate level of a mid to large sized publicly held company
Solid understanding of GAAP and IFRS standards
In depth understanding of both US and international accounting and tax principles
Knowledge and experience with foreign currencies
Experience in the Oil & Gas or Energy industry desirable
Experience working in a decentralized organization
Public Accounting experience and international accounting experience highly preferred
Facilitate and coordinate multiple deadlines and respond quickly to management requests
Must be able to travel 10% internationally
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field is required. MBA is preferred
CPA Certification is Required

CFO – Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

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The CFO will partner with the President/CEO to design and implement financial strategies consistent with the organization’s strategic direction.

LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT

Provide direction, oversight, and supervision of the staff.
Supervise the organization’s day-to-day financial transactions including billings and collections, banking, purchasing, reporting, budget monitoring, and payroll.
Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed.
Oversee cash, investment, and asset management.
Oversee financing strategies and activities, as well as banking relationships.
Oversee the accounting department to ensure proper maintenance of all accounting systems and function; supervise finance staff.
Ensure maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures.
STAFF SUPPORT TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ACCURATE AND TIMELY BUDGET AND FINANCIAL REPORTING
BILLING AND REPORTING TO FUNDING ENTITIES
OVERSEE AGENCY’S ANNUAL AUDIT

The CFO will have the following experience and attributes:
A minimum of a BS, and/or MBA; CPA required.
At least five years experience as CFO or equivalent, preferably in a nonprofit organization with a budget of at least $10 million.
Experience in a senior financial management role, partnering with executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of creative financial management strategies.
Significant experience in or knowledge of nonprofit accounting, including sophisticated fund and grant accounting, compliance, and reporting.
Forecasting/Budgeting skills.
Deep knowledge and understanding of the Office of Management and Budget Circular A133 audit.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills.
Exceptional organizational skills.

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

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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

GL Accounting Manager, CPA – Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

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Oversees and performs monthly reconciliations; analyzes various G/L accounts and balances all intercompany transactions monthly
Processes all monthly journal entries and assists in preparation of monthly G/L expense accruals
Assists in preparation of annual budget and operating plan
Manages day-to-day functions of accountants; liaises with Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R)
Supervises the general ledger group; ensures all financial reporting deadlines are met; trains staff as required
Handles personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
Works with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year; monitors and advises on progress to enhance professional development of staff
Supports audits and related processes; liaises with internal and external auditors; provides information as required
Oversees and handles SOX compliance for area of responsibility
Obtains and maintains thorough understanding of financial reporting and general ledger structure
Ensures accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
Ensures the timely reporting of all monthly financial information
Works with Controller and Assistant Controller to ensure a clean and timely year end audit
Assists in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance workflow of department

Minimum of 8 to 10 years’ relevant work experience; minimum 3-5 years’ supervisory experience
International business experience highly desirable, international finance knowledge required
Expertise in US GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and similar regulations and requirements
Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial systems; financial systems implementation experience and knowledge a plus
In-depth knowledge of business, Company policies, rules, regulations, processes and procedures, including parent company policies, processes and procedures
Excellent analytical skills and abilities; multi-task person; project management skills
In-depth understanding of financial reporting and financial management concepts
Good understanding of reporting requirements for stand-alone audited reports – public reporting experience a plus
Bachelors Degree in Accounting
CPA preferred