Senior Accountant – Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

 

The candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a general ledger capacity and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.   Strong communications skills and a drive to exceed expectation will be characteristics possessed by the successful candidate.  They will need to have strong Excel skills as well as have worked with an automated ledger application such as Microsoft Dynamics.  Experience with Hyperion Essbase is a plus for this position but not required.

Job Function:

  • Responsible for the mentoring and development of assigned staff in the completion of financial statement review, analysis, account reconciliation, initial and corrective journal entries.
  • Ensure accurate and timely completion of staff’s assigned tasks.
  • Review completed tasks of assigned staff for accuracy and completeness.  Incorrect or incomplete tasks are to be returned with explanation of deficiency. Documentation of completion of the task and review is to be maintained. 
  • Participate in strategic planning sessions to develop and monitor processes and procedures ensuring timely detection of errors and accuracy of information released.
  • Identify, propose and implement process and or procedure changes to gain efficiencies, strengthen controls, or improve quality of information provided by the department.
  • An assessment of assigned staff member’s areas of opportunity should be completed on a monthly basis and a strategy developed to address those areas. 

 

  • Assign locations to be reviewed in detail during the monthly close process.
  • Supervise staff completion and review of detail location reviews for the monthly close.
  • Review staff journal entries and approve for posting.
  • Prepare reports on the status of account reconciliations identifying proposed adjustments and processing errors.
  • Supervise the completion of and review the following account reconciliations as completed by staff – Inventory, Sales Tax, Prior Owner, Manual Accounts Payable, Manual Accounts Receivable and others.
  • Review inventory reconciliation of physical count to ledger.

SEC Reporting Manager – Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Description of Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position primarily include:

  • Ownership and management of the process to prepare  filings (e.g., Form 10-K and 10-Q) with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC);
  • Ownership and management of the process to prepare financial statements and other schedules, included in its quarterly earnings release and filed on Form 8-K with the SEC;
  • Interpretation, communication and implementation of new accounting and reporting standards and, as required, drafting response letters to the appropriate authority;
  • Analysis and review of various periodic journal entries to be recorded in the general ledger of  corporate entities, including stock-based compensation, shares outstanding and interest rate swap valuations;
  • Creation and maintenance of XBRL documents to be filed with the SEC and related tagging;
  • Assist in the coordination of the 401(K) plan audit and filing of Form 11-K with the SEC;
  • Preparation of statutory financial statements related to various foreign subsidiaries;
  • Involvement, as necessary, in any filings (e.g., Forms S-1, S-3 and S-8)
  • Drafting letters of response to SEC comments on filings, as required;
  • Coordination with external and internal auditors with regards to review and audit procedures; and
  • Census and other governmental reporting requirements.

 

Desired Qualifications

The candidate must be:

·         A team-first oriented employee;

·         Detail oriented, with a keen attention to quality control;

·         Process oriented, with an emphasis on internal controls;

·         An effective communicator, including the use of both verbal and written forms of communication, able to interact with various groups within the organization (i.e., Tax, Legal, Treasury, Investor Relations, etc.); and

·         Willing and able to work the necessary hours to accomplish all responsibilities, especially during month- and quarter-end close process, within a specific, defined timeline.

 

The candidate should have, at a minimum:

·         A Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, or a Finance degree with an accounting emphasis;

·         Certified as a public accountant;

·         Seven to ten years of relevant experience in accounting at a large, multi-location corporation and/or public accounting firm;  

·         Experience with both internal and external financial reporting, including filing of SEC documents;

·         A firm understanding of accounting principles;

·         Experience effectively managing and developing staff-level accountants;

·         Proficiency handling multiple, simultaneous projects;

·         An intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft software products, particularly Excel and v-lookups, as well as a general ledger software package; and

·         A working knowledge of Hyperion Financial Management and other Hyperion software products.

Accounting / Office Manager – Sugar Land, Texas dcd@fittsroberts.com

Custom Homebuilder searching for his right hand office / accounting manager.

Job Costing of multiple multi million dollar projects

Coordination with lenders for construction draws

Coordination with vendors for discounts

Responsible for all aspects of monthly close and reporting function

Works with CPA on year end tax planning

Interface with high net worth families

Position is for a 40 hour work week M-F 8-5.

Benefits include 2 weeks paid vacation plus holidays.  Health Insurance is not provided.

Mergers and Acquisitions / Financial Analyst – Houston, Texas dcd@fittsroberts.com

Mergers and Acquisitions / Financial Analyst

Our client is growing tremendously. There are several acquisitions in process at this moment. The CFO is looking for a right hand person to assist him with the M&A process.

Provide the CFO with financial analysis and guidance for Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Planning and Treasury.

  • Proficiency in Excel and Power Point Knowledge of the Merger and Acquisition process & terminology
  • Ability to use financial models, financial formulas and valuation methods
  • Effective verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to think strategically & recognize growth opportunities
  • Marketing or Business Development experience
  • Ability to handle highly confidential projects
  • Risk Management
  • Knowledge of Accounting

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics or related business
  • 2- 5 years of financial analysis experience
  • Experience in Mergers & Acquisitions Experience in Marketing, Strategic Planning, or Business Development

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

Expatriate Tax Manager – dcd@fittsroberts.com – Houston

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist with the development and implementation of expatriate taxation policy worldwide. Liaise with field offices to review, participate and advise on employee tax policies, processes and issues as related to the Expatriate population. Manage field employee tax policy questions on a case by case basis. Recommend changes to ensure the organization’s employee taxation policies as applied in the Divisions are in alignment with the global mobility strategy. Raise questions of risk with Corporate tax and immigration (work visa) requirements. Review vendor contracts and invoices.

DUTIES:
Support Global Mobility in maintaining strong relationships with key mobility stakeholders.
Assist with the development and implementation of an expatriate tax strategy worldwide
Review operational compliance as related to employee taxation and immigration
Collaborate with Divisions and other functional departments globally to ensure consistent processes and approach to expatriate tax methodology
Liaise with expatriate payroll tax and accounting to assist with and resolve data delivery questions
Responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining a set of metrics for this function
Manage day to day vendor interactions as necessary, review vendor contract and provide budget information for fees. Ensure service delivery in accordance with agreed upon SLAs.
Manage escalated questions and issues raised by assignees, HR or hiring managers related to expatriate taxation

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: BS/BA/BBA or equivalent University degree in accounting, business or finance. Certified Public Accountant status or equivalency preferred

EXPERIENCE: 7+ years experience in expatriate taxation and/or relevant experience in international assignment administration with a multinational organization with exposure to diverse taxing regimes. Industry knowledge preferred.

SKILLS:
• Technical knowledge of international expatriate tax principles
• Management of international assignments on a global basis
• Pays close attention to detail, comfortable working with figures
• Sound practical knowledge and experience in delivery of assignment services to an expatriate population (including client service, policy, process and technology).
• Able to manage tight deadlines
• IT skills (MS-Office package)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Good communication skills
• Strong collaborative team player who aligns with business and team goals and objectives
• Customer focus
• Solution driven
• Able to set priorities and work under pressure

SUPERVISION: New position with no current direct reports.

BUDGETS: Assist with providing budget information to global mobility director

INGENUITY: Must understand the diversity of the expatriate population and have a general knowledge of their tax implications based on the countries to which they are assigned. Also must have the ability to comprehend the complexities of the tax implications for moving an assignee from one position or geographical location to another (or both).

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

Internal Audit Manager – dcd@fittsroberts.com – Houston

Responsibilities

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for leading the Sarbanes-Oxley effort for the corporation and help ensure compliance. In addition this responsibility includes involvement with individual internal audit projects, as part of the total internal audit plan. This responsibility includes developing internal audit scope, performing internal audit procedures, and preparing internal audit reports reflecting the results of the work performed. Work performed will include coverage of functional and operating units, focusing on financial, IT and operational processes. The Manager will also assist Internal Audit Director with periodic reporting to the Audit Committee, development of the annual internal audit plan, and championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business. The Manager will often direct and review the work performed by other internal audit personnel.

Qualifications:

Work on supporting management with the development and maintenance of key controls identified for Sarbanes-Oxley.

Understanding of internal control concepts and experience in applying them to plan, perform, manage and report on the evaluation of various business processes/areas/functions.

Ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance, and provide appropriate direction to other internal audit project team members.

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.

Understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO and risk assessment practices.

Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting.

Experience in performing multiple projects and working with varying team members.

Desired Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation

5+ years of public accounting and/or private industry experience with knowledge of accounting, finance and internal control areas

Prior industry experience is a plus.

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

  

IT Auditor – Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

IT Auditor

Position Description:

 

The Information Technology Auditor may be involved in all phases of an audit, including planning, project execution and communication, as directed by the associated project supervisor. The IT Auditor will work with the audit team and business personnel to understand information technology controls, determine and assess risks within processes, identify controls and deficiencies and provide recommendations to improve processes under review. Finally, the IT Auditor may be involved in special projects and/or company initiatives.

Responsibilities:

  • Interacts with process owners and control owners in areas under review, conveying the department’s guiding principles of integrity, objectivity, innovation, excellence and teamwork
  • Develops audit programs designed to evaluate reliability of financial information, effectiveness of internal controls, efficiency of operations and compliance with established policies and procedures
  • Documents business processes, identifying key controls and identifying process improvement opportunities
  • Performs audit fieldwork
  • Monitors compliance with established policies, procedures and sound business practices
  • Promotes implementation of best practices to strengthen internal controls
  • Prepares, assembles and organizes work papers documenting audit procedures performed
  • Communicates status and findings to supervisor throughout course of audit
  • Drafts audit reports, detailing audit procedures performed and findings (including strengths and weaknesses)
  • Assists with preparation of control reports, status reports, scorecards and presentations
  • Finalizes audit reports, incorporating management responses
  • Complies with departmental policies and procedures
  • Assists with special projects, as needed

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree, preferred in Management Information Systems, Accounting or Finance
  • Professional Certification, such as CISA, CIA, or CPA or certification candidate preferred
  • 1 – 3 years experience in technology auditing and risk management positions
  • General understanding of business and accounting principles

Interested candidates should demonstrate:

  • Broad understanding of internal control principles, design, evaluation and remediation and general computing controls
  • Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills, including ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently
  • Professionalism
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Service-oriented approach
  • Solid work ethic
  • Team-player attitude
  • Proficiency with PC-based tools, including the Microsoft Office Suite, SAP and computer assisted auditing tools
  • Ability to travel 25 to 35%

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com| Blog| Twitter| LinkedIn

JIB Supervisor – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Job Description

Our client, a growing Oil & Gas company, is looking for a JIB Supervisor. They are looking for someone who is motivated, driven and excited about taking the JIB team to the next level. The position requires a Bachelors Degree and involvement in COPAS is a huge plus!!!!!

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise numerous positions within the Joint Interest Accounting department;
  • Be responsible for final review and approval on documents, projects and processes that generate within the department.
  • This position will execute the posting of vouchers and general ledger processes to ultimately achieve the completion of the JIB monthly close.
  • Duties include training and guidance for all departmental employees. This person will perform review and analysis of departmental processes and projects.

Requirements:

  • Position requires Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business.
  • CPA or active COPAS involvement is a plus.
  • 5-12 years of diverse oil and gas accounting experience with a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience required.
  • Candidate must have a working knowledge of Joint Operating Agreements and the COPAS accounting procedures, guidelines, and interpretations. This person must have a well rounded knowledge of material transfers, AFE’s, capital and expense items, and joint interest processing.

 

 

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

Junior Financial Analyst – Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

Description of Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position primarily include:

  • Review of  financial statements, supporting schedules and internally-generated audit reports;
  • Creation and review of trend analysis and various other analytical tools;
  • Assistance with the consolidation of the financial statements for companies and various corporate entities;
  • Preparation of various journal entries required in the consolidation of companies financial statements;
  • Completion of special projects; and
  • Creation of ad hoc reports.

 

Desired Qualifications

The candidate must be:

·         A team-first oriented employee;

·         Detail oriented;

·         Willing and able to work the necessary hours to accomplish the assigned tasks, especially during month- and quarter-end close process; and

·         An effective communicator, including the use of both verbal and written forms of communication.

 

The ideal candidate should have, at a minimum:

·         Successfully retained a Bachelor’s degree, with a major in accounting, from a reputable business college;

·         A firm understanding of accounting principles;

·         One to three years of relevant experience in accounting at a large, multi-location corporation and/or public accounting firm;  

·         Retained, or be eligible and desire to achieve, certification as a public accountant;

·         Proficiency handling multiple, simultaneous projects;

·         An intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft software products, particularly Excel and v-lookups, as well as a general ledger software package; and

·         A working knowledge of Hyperion.

  

Diane Delgado LeMaire | Senior Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

Spanish Speaking Internal Auditor – Houston – dcd@fittsroberts.com

SUMMARY

  • Prepare, Conduct, Discuss and Document Internal Audits in group companies of the North and Latin America regions.
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  • Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and make value recommendations to improve the overall control environment.
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  • Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost-effective control, cost savings, and revenue enhancement.
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  • Perform special projects
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    RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Review key financial information and determine if it is adequately stated in the Management Accounts/Financial Statements and supported.
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  • Check compliance with internal guidelines from Group and regional levels
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  • Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and make value recommendations to improve the overall control environment
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  • Follow up on implementation of agreed action plans
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  • Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost-effective control, cost savings, and revenue enhancement.
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  • Adequately document and support all audit findings
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  • Prepare audit reports that effectively communicate audit findings, potential risk, and recommendations
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  • Communicate effectively with all levels in an international organization
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  • Perform special audits at the direction of the V.P. of Corporate Internal Audits as well as participation in special projects
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    REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCES

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field ideally with professional certification (e.g. CPA or CIA)
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  • Minimum of 3 years auditing experience with public accounting firm (e.g. Big 4) or in industry
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  • Knowledge of international accounting standards
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  • Excellent knowledge of internal controls and operational procedures and processes
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  • Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and from foreign countries
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  • Strong English and Spanish language skills
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  • Knowledge of application systems such as Microsoft Office
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  • Willingness to travel frequently to countries in the North and Latin American regions
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  • Knowledge of distribution industry would be an advantage
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    INTERNAL CONTACTS

  • Corporate Headquarter in Germany (esp. Corporate Internal Audit Department)
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  • Local country and Finance management in the regions
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  • Regional CEO and CFO Latin America
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    EXTERNAL CONTACTS

  • External auditors and advisors (lawyers, consultants)
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    ORGANIZATIONAL FRAMEWORK

  • Reports to Vice President Corporate Internal Auditor (based in Germany)
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  • Direct reports: none
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    SALARY RANGE: $55k to 65k

     

    Senior Financial Analyst – West Houston – 70 to 75K – dcd@fittsroberts.com

    • Review monthly actuals for all departments, make sure all costs have been booked correctly, book correcting entries if necessary. • Calculate and book month end allocation of costs and over/under-recoveries to each business unit. Prepare summary report. • Allocation of overhead departments – set up the allocation; clearing of the allocation; ensure allocation is done correctly; set up a report to be reviewed by management; explanation on the fluctuation. • Prepare monthly reports for Department Managers, review the actuals with them, answer any questions they might have, help them update forecasts. • Be responsible for the budget preparation for this BU. • Balance Sheet reconciliations. • Act as Project Manager for all projects in this BU except IT. The projects are mainly for secondments and for miscellaneous intercompany recharges. The PM role includes: • Coordinate with HR to maintain list of all expats with their billing terms and conditions, provide billing information to AR. • Coordinate with Payroll GL Accountant to make sure all allowances are reclassed to correct project/task. • Make sure all costs are invoiced correctly and timely (the invoices will of course be prepared by AR). • Review the monthly actuals to make sure revenue and costs have been recognized correctly. • Assist regional reporting manager and controller with the consolidation of monthly forecasts and budgets, review data provided by BU Controllers, etc. • Work with AP / AR to correct transaction errors. Education & Experience Qualification: • Bachelor of accounting with 5+ years of general ledger accounting, financial analysis, and budget / forecast experience. • Hard worker. Able to work under pressure and deliver high quality product. • Able to work in a fast-paced environment. • Great interpersonal and communication skills.

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

    Controller – Houston, Texas – dcd@fittsroberts.com

    PREREQUISITES                

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
    • 3-5 years public accounting experience
    • 5-10 years Energy service industry experience
    • CPA strongly preferred
    • Working knowledge of the applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements at the federal, state, and local levels
    • Proven experience with management and supervisory roles

     

    RESPONSIBILITIES          

    This position reports directly to the CFO.

    • Refine the controls to ensure efficiency, honesty, and accuracy within the control environment.  Lead all day-to-day accounting operations and supervise 4-10 employees.
    • Improve the close process to produce accurate financial results for the preceding month by the seventh business day following month-end.
    • Exercise professional judgment and assume responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service.
    • Maintain and coordinate the implementation and maintenance of accounting software and the related control environment and procedures.

     

    The Controller will initially focus on and be responsible for the execution and management of the following functions:

    • Accounts Payable
    • General Ledger and Accounting
    • Reporting – internal and external (examples: insurance brokers, accounting firm)
    • U.S.-based tax liabilities, contingencies, returns, and information filings (does not include the annual, federal corporate tax return)

    The remaining core functions (Payroll and Project Administration/AR) currently have solid management and oversight in place; however, the Controller will work closely with both those individuals and staff to ensure the entire department runs smoothly.

    SKILLS & ABILITIES         

    The Company is growing and vibrant.  The candidate should thrive in such an environment while possessing and demonstrating the following skills and abilities:

    • Leadership
    • Self-motivated and goal-orientated
    • Professional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
    • Proven capabilities in problem identification and resolution
    • Detailed in the execution of work
    • Ability to motivate individuals and groups to produce quality work products under compressed timelines while managing several projects. Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
    • Willing to work a flexible schedule and extra hours as necessitated by internal and/or external deadlines.

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

    Financial / Business Analyst – Houston, Texas – dcd@fittsroberts.com

    Key Responsibilities

    • Prepare and analyze monthly consolidating financial information from consolidation software
    • Communicate with reporting entities to ensure consistency of data
    • Publish final reports
    • Analyze financial and business information for variance analysis from plan and forecast
    • Financial planning process
      • Deliverables – Annual Budget, Quarterly Forecasts, Three Plan
      • Process development and communication with subs in compliance with HQ requirements
      • Controlling data points for consistency and accuracy
      • Development of related financial modeling tools – including cash flow and balance sheet forecast
      • Publishing final outputs
      • Develops implements and monitors cross divisional financial planning and analysis policies and controls to improve budgeting, financial forecasting and cost controls and timeliness and quality of financial reporting.
      • Reviews proposals for major capital expenditures and contracts to insure conformity with corporate plans.  Advises on their economic justification.
      • Provides input for the arrangement and administration of lines of credit.  Assists in maintaining necessary relationships with banks & other financial institutions.  Responsible for the proper signature and endorsement of corporate checks, notes and other authorized financial documents.
      • Assists the CFO in the evaluation of potential acquisitions and other business relationships being considered by the corporation.
      • Directs the development and maintenance of the department expenses and budgets.
      • Undertakes special studies requested by the CFO and other officers and performs other duties as assigned or required.
     
     
     
     
     
     

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Four year accounting or finance degree
    • MBA preferred
    • A minimum of three years of professional experience
    • Excellent written communication skills
    • Spreadsheet power user
    • Excellent analysis skills
     

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

    Accountant I – Houston, Texas – dcd@fittsroberts.com

    Qualified candidates should have most of the following:

    • 5 Year accounting Program from accredited university (online degrees not preferred), this gives a BBA – Accounting and MS – Accounting
    • In lieu of degree above 2-5 years experience in Accounting profession with strong undergrad degree from accredited university
    • 1-3 years of Big 4 experience a plus
    • CPA Candidate or CPA

    BASIC FUNCTION: Provide general accounting support for assigned companies and field accounting operations.

    DUTIES:

    Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts for assigned companies.

    Prepare and review monthly journal vouchers for posting to General Ledger.

    Review inter-company balances and correct out-of-balance situations.

    Clear edits during month end close on a timely basis.

    Prepare schedules for the financial reporting group as assigned.

    Perform Balance Sheet and Income Statement review for assigned cost centers and companies.

    Complete special projects as assigned on a timely basis.

    Serve as liaison between field office personnel and Houston Corporate departments.

    Adhere to the month end close checklist to ensure all month end procedures are fully completed under the strict time schedule and to document such review on the checklist.

    Ensure compliance with the company’s policies and procedures.

    Maintain sufficient supporting documentation for all journal vouchers, income statement budget variance reports, MD&A and any other documents to support decision making.

    Maintain continuous compliance with the requirements of Sarbanes Oxley

    Obtain an understanding of company structures and organizational relationship of companies within regions and assigned companies.

    Prepare bank reconciliation of Houston controlled accounts.

    Prepare audit schedules as directed. III

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

    Non Profit Controller – 4 day work week – Houston, Texas

    Summary:

    The selected individual will be involved and oversee the month-end closing for P&L and Balance Sheet, project analysis, governmental fund accounting, coordination with external auditors, preparation of cost statements, grant billings, accounts payable, payroll, cost control, annual budgeting, P&L projections, and preparation of various reports for executive management and program managers as required.

     ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Responsible for strategic accounting control and management reporting, annual financial audit and compliance with granting agency requirements and governmental regulations
    • Preparation and submission of monthly financial statements, management reports, business forecasting and annual budgeting.
    • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements and monitor and analyze monthly financial and operating results against budgets.
    • Keep senior management and personnel informed of financial conditions, activities and trends
    • Provide leadership toward additional value-added activities, in which the accounting function can provide support of operational and departmental excellence while fostering teamwork amongst staff.
    • Research and resolve accounting and business issues, managing the implementation of new accounting pronouncements.
    • Establish and implement both short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures.
    • Direct and coordinate programmatic and financial planning and budget management reporting including preparation of financial outlooks and forecasts
    • Analyze processes and systems to understand control weaknesses, and assist CFO in developing recommendations for strengthening controls, developing policies and procedures to support recommended improvements
    • Maintains reconciliation of income statement and balance sheet accounts.
    • Manage the preparation of the official annual report of actual revenues, transfers, and expenses and IRS Form 990.
    • Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the department’s goals and objectives.
    • Manage any special projects as directed by the CFO and/or determined on own initiative.
    • Maintains accounting closing timelines and monitors month-end closing activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting requirements.
    • Oversee daily operations of the accounting and finance department
    • Assists in producing periodic financial reports to various government entities, funding sources, board of directors and department heads as required.
    • Prepares PBC schedules and other supporting information necessary to facilitate the annual independent audit process as directed by the CFO.
    • Assists the Chief Financial Officer with assigned projects which support various aspects of agency and programmatic budget development, revisions, and analysis.
    • Works directly with the CFO and CDO on Capital Campaign forecasting, reconciling and reporting.

    OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES:

    • Comprehensive knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles
    • Strong knowledge of computerized financial and accounting systems, and applications.
    • Ability to pay attention to detail, analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
    • Strong knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets and service profitability analysis.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to motivate teams to positive and successful production of quality materials within timelines
    • Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

    JIB Supervisor – Houston, Texas

    Our client, a growing Oil & Gas company, is looking for a JIB Supervisor. They are looking for someone who is motivated, driven and excited about taking the JIB team to the next level. The position requires a Bachelors Degree and involvement in COPAS is a huge plus!!!!!

    Responsibilities:

    • Supervise numerous positions within the Joint Interest Accounting department;
    • Be responsible for final review and approval on documents, projects and processes that generate within the department.
    • This position will execute the posting of vouchers and general ledger processes to ultimately achieve the completion of the JIB monthly close.
    • Duties include training and guidance for all departmental employees. This person will perform review and analysis of departmental processes and projects.

    Requirements:

    • Position requires Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business.
    • CPA or active COPAS involvement is a plus.
    • 5-12 years of diverse oil and gas accounting experience with a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience required.
    • Candidate must have a working knowledge of Joint Operating Agreements and the COPAS accounting procedures, guidelines, and interpretations. This person must have a well rounded knowledge of material transfers, AFE’s, capital and expense items, and joint interest processing.

     

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU|

    Houston September Openings – dcd@fittsroberts.com

    Real Estate Accountant – Must have Big 4 Background

    Senior Accountant – CPA Firm – Accounting Services

    Corporate Oil & Gas Accountant (2) – 1 to 4 years of experience

    Oil & Gas AP Clerk (NW Houston)

    Internal Audit (North and Greenway) – 35% travel

    Internal Audit (University setting)

    Senior Auditor Public Accounting

    Law Firm Controller

    Financial Services Controller

    Assistant Controller (2.5 Billion dollar organization)

    Senior SEC Accountant (CPA)

    IT Auditor

    Cost Accountant (2 to 3 years max experience North Houston)

    Great Plains Cost Accountant (50 to 70K) Galleria

    AP Supervisor – Southeast Houston

    Controller (very decentralized organization)

    Bookkeeper – Public Accounting

    Quality Assurance – Electronics Manufacturing

    Electrical Chief Engineer –

    MLP Tax Accountant

    Sales Manager – Must Electrical Engineering Background

    Payroll / Benefits Manager (Union Experience)

    HR Manager (Generalist with Union Experience)

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

    Spanish Speaking AP Manager – Houston, Texas

    Manage the day to day activities of the accounts payable team, up to 5 direct reports.

    • Responsible for vendor and internal inquiries.
    • Perform Payment Runs for multiple entities.
    • Perform in compliance with internal control and SOX requirements.
    • Responsibility over reconciliation of sub ledgers to GL.
    • Perform Cash forecasting
    • Special projects as assigned
    • Associates or Bachelors degree in finance or accounting preferred.
    • Minimum 4 years accounts payable experience in a multinational company required.
    • Minimum 2 years of management experience required.
    • Proven experience with accounts payable processing for remote locations. 
    • Spanish is a must

    Please email your resume to dcd@fittsroberts.com

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com   | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com /| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

    Audit Senior, Audit Supervisor, Audit Manager for Local CPA FIRM

    Job Description

    Our client is seeking energetic and creative professionals to join their dynamic team. This local CPA firm offers work like balance, paid overtime and a great opportunity for advancement!

    Job Description:
    In this audit staff position you will work primarily in clients’ offices supervising the work of other auditors and performing audit procedures and preparing audit workpapers. You will have responsibility for audit planning under a risk based model, evaluating internal controls, preparing financial statements, testing compliance with government contracts, and handling special assignments.

    • Senior Audit candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting and be a certified public accountant (or pursuing). Senior auditors must have three or more years of audit experience
    • Audit Supervisors / Managers must have at least six years of previous experience in financial statement audits
    • Previous experience in non profit audit and accounting is also a plus.

    Please email your resume to dcd@fittsroberts.com

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire

    August – Houston Accounting Openings – dcd@fittsroberts.com

    1. Temp to Hire Revenue Accountant ($30/hour)
    2. Revenue Staff Accountant (North)
    3. Revenue Senior Accountant(North)
    4. Revenue Staff Accountant (Downtown)
    5. IT Auditor (Downtown)
    6. Portuguese / Spanish GL Accountant
    7. GL / Intercompany Accountant (West Houston) – Big 4 Background
    8. assistant Controller (West Houston) – Combination Big 4 And Industry
    9. AP Supervisor (West Houston) – 4 year degree
    10. Small Company Controller (West Houston) – Letter of Credit Required
    11. Entry Level Cash / Banking Accountant
    12. Treasury Manager (North Houston)
    13. Internal Auditor (30 to 40% Travel)
    14. AP Accountant (249/ Beltway)
    15. Cost Accountant (1 to 3 years North Houston)
    16. GL Accountant (Southeast Houston)
    17. JIB Accountant (Downtown)
    18. Sales & Use Tax Accountant (North Houston)
    19. International Tax Planning Director (Downtown)
    20. Tax Manager (Short Track to Partnership)
    21. Audit Senior, Supervisors & Managers needed for local CPA Firm
    22. Senior Tax Accountant CPA Firm Consolidated Corporate Returns (Downtown)
    23. Controller with Financial Services Background

    Diane Delgado LeMaire | Managing Director, Accounting & Finance Recruiting | Creative Financial Staffing, a division of Fitts, Roberts CPA Firm | 5718 Westheimer Suite 800 | Houston, TX 77057 | 713-260-5238 | dcd@fittsroberts.com  | http://cfstaffing.blogspot.com/| www.dianedelgadolemaire.wordpress.com| www.twitter.com/CPARecruiterHOU| www.linkedin.com/in/dianedelgadolemaire