Responsible for learning and implementing Gateway Group
Personnel’s temporary/contract staffing strategies in an
effort to assist firm’s realization of its business
objectives. Responsibilities include identifying
sources from which to recruit prospective applicants and
match available applicants with clients’ temporary staffing
needs. Responsible for targeting both new and existing
accounts to attain billable hours for the Temp services
division, and maintain an active candidate/client pipeline
to strengthen Gateway Group’s presence in the Mid-South
marketplace. Requires ability to work in
fast-paced environment, work well under tight deadlines, and
offer excellent customer service levels to client base.
Preferred candidate profile includes prior experience to the
temporary staffing industry, servicing the administrative
support, accounting/finance and clerical disciplines.
If you have prior experience in the personnel services
industry or have a burning desire to establish a career with
the region’s top employment services company, please
email us with your resume and salary history.
Gateway Group's Permanent Search Division
assists large and small companies in the permanent staffing
of several different types of professionals. Below, is a
current listing of the several ACTIVE searches our
associates are conducting on behalf of our clients. As the
projects we recruit for change frequently, please visit our
site frequently. We will update our search list weekly. If
your interests or background mirrors any of the following
position descriptions, we would enjoy speaking to you.
Building relationships with professionals is our business,
and we can serve as an excellent resource for future career
advancement opportunities. All inquiries will be kept highly
confidential.
The following disciplines generally define
the typical positions we most frequently recruit for. If you
would like to be kept informed of such opportunities
confidentially, please reply through our
Contact Gateway form.
Below is a list of our current opportunities:
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Search #15326
- Cost Accountant/Assistant Controller
Accountability Objective:
To perform the accounting
activities associated with preparing production and
inventory reports for the plants. To maintain inventories
for raw materials and finished products. To produce month
end close responsibilities which includes the cost estimates
and all related entries to insure accurate and meaningful
cost reports in a manner according to prescribed standards
in support to the Plant Controller.
Nature and Scope:
This position requires
proficiency with Excellent computer (must have significant
Excel experience, Oracle experience preferred),
interpersonal, leadership, analytical, and problem solving
skills required. The incumbent will have a minimum of 2
years of related experience.
Principal Accountabilities:
·
Responsible
for analyzing operating results, maintaining standard cost,
controlling physical inventories, and
supervising/administrating the payables function.
·
Participation
in the annual budget process and monthly forecasting process
·
Provide month
end closing, assisting in reporting and maintaining
financial statements
·
Produce
analysis of daily, weekly and monthly reports for plant and
corporate management, and supporting internal control
systems.
Requirements
·
BA degree in
accounting with 2 years related experience is required.
·
CPA or CMA
preferred.
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Search 14529 –
Finance Manager (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Memphis based client seeking 8-10 yr.
experienced professional to manager financial planning,
modeling and strategic analysis efforts. Manages staff of 3.
Responsible for providing
analysis of results including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow
by business segment, customer, product, etc. providing data
interpretation for use of senior management on a monthly
basis. Actively participate/contribute to the development
and analysis of forecasts, budgets, and strategic plans.
Support the company by providing timely analysis of
investment opportunities and formulating new processes and
reports to improve information resources available to
management. Support finance director and vice president of
business development with special projects as needed.
-
Oversee
consolidation of actual results each period, ensuring
accuracy of reports and interpreting and analyzing causes
of business results for development of commentary and
analytical reports for senior management information and
decision making.
-
Develop
tools to identify, analyze, and predict business trends,
opportunities for profit enhancement, and business process
optimization, including financial modeling/what if
analysis to provide senior management support for use in
setting and realizing profit objectives. Develop cross
divisional analytical tools such as contribution analysis
model, analytical pricing reports, customer value
analysis, etc
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Oversee maintenance of financial database, ensuring
accuracy of data in a changing business structure.
-
Actively participate in the quarterly forecast, annual
budget, and strategic plan processes by identifying and
developing models for use in analyzing and reviewing
business segments, identifying opportunities for profit
enhancement, business development, and growth
opportunities.
-
Maintain, develop, and manage financial analysts;
providing training, information and educational
opportunities; scheduling and assigning tasks; and
appraisal of job results.
Salary Range:
$90000 to $100000 + 15% bonus.
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Search 15097 –
Manager, Internal Audit – Knoxville, TN
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Participate in
the development, implementation and review of necessary
processes for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
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Assist in developing and
enhancing the enterprise risk management processes of the
organization. Participate in the development and
maintenance of risk assessments, auditing standards,
approach, and techniques.
-
Develop detailed audit plans
and programs.
-
Evaluate the adequacy and
effectiveness of internal controls.
-
Review audit workpapers;
prepare and issue audit reports.
-
Make presentations and
recommendations to Management in a formal setting.
-
Mentor and develop an audit
department of 3-4 auditors.
Skills/Education /Experience Required:
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B.S. degree in Accounting or
Business is required.
-
CIA, CFE, CISA and/or CPA
certification is desirable.
-
5-7 years of progressive
responsibility in an internal audit environment (or a
combination of internal audit and public accounting)
within the retail or manufacturing industry.
-
Previous supervisory
experience is required. IT experience a plus.
-
Experience with Sarbanes
Oxley implementation is desirable.
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Excellent people skills with
strong ability for self-motivation.
-
Strong oral and written
communication skills.
-
Ability to think
strategically and participate in the organization and
management of a multi-disciplinary team.
-
General understanding of
business dynamics and operations.
-
Strong proficiency in common
business computer applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
with a general understanding of data analysis techniques.
Experience with data mining tools (Microsoft Access or
ACL) is a plus.
-
Must be comfortable in a
team environment.
-
Requires travel up to 25%.
-
Must be able to work in a
fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle
multiple competing tasks and demands.
Salary $60000 to $70000,
relocation assistance provided.
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Search # 14673 IT
Support Specialist
Environment:
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Office space located in Downtown Memphis, TN
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Office population is 120+ individuals.
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Corporate IT environment consists of an expanding,
geographically diverse, nine office environment.
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Total population of 200+ users plus all associated
infrastructure equipment needed to support our
professional designers, architects, planners and support
specialists.
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All office installations are connected via
integrated WAN infrastructure. All office LAN’s are
integrated into the whole organization. All systems are
available via remote access.
Infrastructural systems:
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Windows 2000 / XP workstations.
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Windows 2003 server / Active Directory network.
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Windows 2003 file and application servers
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Exchange 2003
Applications used:
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MS Office SBE / Professional 2000 / 2003/ 2007.
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MS Exchange / Outlook 2003.
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AutoCAD Architectural Desktop 2004 / 2006 /Revit.
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Adobe Creative Suite, CS2 /CS3.
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Microsoft
Systems Management Server (SMS)
Responsibilities:
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Provide excellent customer service focused user support
for various studios occasionally throughout other offices.
-
Recommendation of new IT projects and management of IT
projects from idea through completion, including budget
management.
-
Coordinate IT related efforts with the corporate office
and work with other support members of the IT
infrastructure.
-
Ensure compliance with desktop hardware and software
policies and procedures.
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Install and test software, assists in any system wide
upgrades, etc.
-
Individual will need to be able to schedule and prioritize
tasks based on business goals and needs.
-
Travel will be required, approximately 20% to 30%.
Qualifications:
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Computer Science or equivalent degree required.
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Minimum of 4+ years experience in an IT support role based
in a professional office.
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Minimum of 2+ years experience with Windows 2000 / XP
workstations, Windows 2003 server / Active Directory
network, Windows 2003 file and application servers, and
Exchange 2003.
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Demonstrated ability to diagnose issues, formulate an
action plan, exercise action plan and follow up with end
users.
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Experience with mid-level project management.
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Superior verbal and written communication skills.
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Experience with Autodesk Revit Building preferred.
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Search #15085:
Accounting Manager
Responsibilities
include, but are not limited to the following:
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Responsible for coordinating and supervising the
maintenance of the General Ledger.
-
Responsible for the preparation and production of various
financial statements and cash flow projections.
-
Responsible for coordinating and supervising the month-end
close process.
-
Oversees the, posting, and verification duties to obtain
and record financial data used in the maintenance of the
accounting records.
-
Reviews and/or performs reconciliations and other
analysis.
-
Must become familiar with a variety of the field's
concepts, practices, and procedures.
-
Prepares complex analysis utilizing GAAP knowledge for
presentation to financial and other management.
-
Leading, participating and performing various accounting
projects.
Will aide in the management
and supervision of the accounting department including
direct supervision responsibilities. Will carry out
supervisor responsibilities in accordance with the
organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training
employees; planning, assigning, and directing work;
appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining
employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from
four-year college or university with a focus in
Accounting/Finance and eight or more years of related
experience with at least two years of supervisory experience
are required; post graduate degree and/or CPA preferred.
Ability to read, analyze, and
interpret general business periodicals, professional
journals, technical procedures, or governmental
regulations. Ability to write reports, business
correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to
effectively present information and respond to questions
from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general
public.
Other
Skills and Abilities
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Search #15076
Accounting Manager
The Accounting Manager will work under the direction of the
Director of Accounting for this fast growing Memphis based
employer.
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Provide
leadership and direction to the corporate accounting staff
as it produces timely and accurate financial reports for
the Company’s two operating subsidiaries.
-
Initial responsibilities will be to provide assistance to
the Director of Accounting and Controller to transition
the accounting department from recent acquisition.
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Provide oversight, direction and monitoring of accounting
staff of the business unit to ensure compliance with the
reporting requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley. Also, serve as
the business unit’s primary liaison to the director of
Sarbanes-Oxley compliance to ensure the timely and
accurate updating of documentation regarding practices and
procedures of the accounting department.
-
Manage and assist to oversee all accounting activity for
the assigned business unit to ensure that results are
presented accurately and timely in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles.
Responsibilities in this area will include the following:
o
Managing all aspects of the
monthly close process to produce accurate and timely
financial statements. This will include the review and
preparation of recurring journal entries and reconciliations
of balance sheet accounts.
o
Assist the Director of
Accounting in presenting the monthly results to the
Controller and CFO, including comparisons of actual results
to budgeted results and causes of significant variances.
o
Assist the Controller and
Director of Accounting in monthly budget meetings with
executive management to review the financial results of the
business unit.
o
Obtain a complete understanding
of all key contracts relevant for the business unit and the
critical terms within each contract. Participate in the
evaluation of contracts for potential accounting issues.
o
Assist accounting management in
meeting the requests of external auditors during quarterly
and annual reviews of financial statements.
-
Develop and project a through understanding of the
business unit’s operations and key performance
indicators.
-
Actively participate in efforts that can improve overall
productivity and in meaningful profit generation
activities.
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Search #14949:
Chief Financial Officer
Memphis based manufacturing corporation
seeking Chief Financial Officer to manage all aspects of
multiple site manufacturing facilities, providing
President/CEO with all aspects of financial management
reports. Seeking 10+ year experienced professional with
manufacturing industry experience, having had similar
position for $400-500MM corporation. Big picture,
detail-oriented, hands-on approach are attributes client is
seeking in successful candidate. Company is coming off of
record year, regarded as industry leader in their sector.
Compensation ~$150000 salary +
50K bonus. Complete relocation, temporary housing package
offered.
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Search #14937:
Accounting Manager
Requirements:
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5-7 years experience, 2-3 in
public accounting
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Familiarity
managing financial reporting & closing processes
-
Prior supervisory experience
required
-
CPA strongly preferred
Salary Range:
$60000 - $70000, excellent benefits & pension plan, minimal
overtime.
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Search 14828:
Staff Internal Auditor ~ Birmingham, AL
Our client is located in Birmingham, AL. They currently
have a need for a Staff Internal Auditor to join their Audit
Team.
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Bachelor’s Degree in
Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology
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Minimum of 1 year
professional experience in industry or in public
accounting
-
Functional
experience in accounting and audit
-
Advanced
credentials preferred (e.g. CIA, CISA, CPA)
-
This position requires internal audit experience;
(Financial, Operational, and/or Compliance)
Excellent benefits and
competitive compensation package offered.
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Search
14762: Senior Information Systems Auditor ~ Nashville, TN
Our Client seeks an experienced Senior Information Systems
Auditor to join the Internal Audit staff at our Nashville
office. This professional will be responsible for execution
of all facets of the audit process and focused on delivering
timely, high quality, risk focused, effective and efficient
audit services to affect positive change and improvement of
internal controls and risk management practices throughout
the organization.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Information
Systems, Computer Science or related field.
Experience: A minimum of two years of recent
internal audit experience; IT audit, business analysis or
network administration experience. Specific educational
background and/or training will be considered.
Certification and Licensure: CISA, CISM, or CISSP
strongly preferred. Other related certifications (e.g. CIA)
and work-experience will also be considered.
Knowledge and Skills:
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Advanced understanding of business
processes, internal control, risk management, IT general
controls and related standards such as access controls,
change controls, security, data center reviews, System
Development Life Cycle (SDLC), system quality assurance
processes, etc.
-
Ability to conduct risk assessments to
drive audit coverage to areas of highest risk.
-
Ability to develop IT Audit programs and
assist in the development of the annual audit plan.
-
Accomplished interpersonal, oral and
written communication skills. Ability to effectively
present information to top management in a manner that
encourages a collaborative approach.
-
Strong problem solving, analytical, and
decision-making skills.
-
Ability to work with people at all levels
of the organization.
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Experienced with MS Office products and
data analysis software (ACL strongly preferred).
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Search 14498 -
Corporate Accounting & Analysis
Ensure accounting
transactions are in compliance with accounting policies and
GAAP.
Development of financial
reports/schedules for consolidations, external reporting,
tax department and others by researching and analyzing
accounting data. Maintenance of domestic and international
ledgers including preparation of monthly journal entries and
reconciliations.
Involvement in projects
that require creative and analytical skills.
Research and resolve
discrepancies and technical accounting questions.
Communicate effectively &
handle general ledger inquires from 3rd parties,
Consolidations, OP&A, Tax and Legal Divisions and foreign
locations. Interact and support external reporting,
internal and external auditors.
Develop and assist in
automating data retrieval and analysis techniques. Maintain
complete and accurate standard operating procedures and
support control documentation requirements (SOX).
Qualifications: Include
prior experience preferred, training and education
preferred, and technical competencies.
BS Degree or equivalent in
Accounting is required. CPA required. MBA preferred,
public accounting experience a strong plus. Minimum five
years experience in Accounting. Proficiency in Personal
Computer skills and financial applications is essential.
Ability to work independently, research accounting issues
and handle several projects at once. Strong accounting,
analytical, communication, interpersonal, and organizational
skills. Must demonstrate a commitment to education and
professional development.
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Search 14691 –
Manager, Federal Tax
This person is responsible
for supervising and reviewing US tax accounting,
consolidated Federal Tax filings, as well as supporting the
US federal tax audit. Ensuring all reporting obligations
are achieved in a timely, accurate and efficient basis is a
priority for this individual. The position will also provide
tax guidance and leadership on a wide range of tax issues.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage, review and
recommend for signature all consolidated Federal Tax
filings, including management of:
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Cumulative build process.
-
Partnership returns.
-
Research and development credits.
-
Extensions and estimates.
-
Depreciation and amortization.
-
Balance Sheet review process.
-
Maintenance of master data in tax
software.
-
Tax calendar(s).
-
Review tax accounting including deferred
and current provisions and Purchase Accounting.
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Develop key reports and documentation
monthly.
-
Provide Audit support for IDR’s.
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Manage process, ensuring appropriate
documentation.
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Identify/ensure retention of information
in accordance with IRS regulations.
-
True-up tax accounts after audits are
closed and anticipate audit needs when preparing returns;
learn from past audit experience to prevent future
exposure.
-
Identify opportunities to minimize tax and
evaluate opportunities identified.
-
Review proposals from advisors.
-
Read daily tax alerts.
-
Identify and quantify business
implications.
-
Ensure compliance with SOX 404 controls.
-
Evaluate proposed legislation and internal
business transactions.
-
Assess impact on taxable income and cash
flow regarding internal/external transactions and
legislation.
-
Liaise with management and other
functional areas within Tax as needed.
-
Manage, monitor and develop team.
-
Develop feedback mechanisms to ensure
intra-team communications.
-
Provide guidance and direction.
-
Delegate assignments.
-
Develop and motivate staff and monitor
progress.
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Regional Accountant
Overall
Responsibility
Responsible for the financial
records and providing the financial expertise for one or
more regional operations. Includes overseeing the month end
close
process and the daily
accounting functions for assigned region(s). Includes
providing proactive daily analysis and financial support to
the region(s) and branches. Also, includes responsibility
for establishing effective communication with the field
level personnel (office and branch managers, region managers
and IS managers) that will facilitate performance of
duties.
Duties and
Responsibilities:
·
Oversee the
regional monthly close process, including review and
approval of financial statements, journals, and entries in a
timely manner.
·
Provide
analysis and variance explanations for regional operating
results, forecasts, service lines and key operating
components (revenue, labor, vehicle/equipment, chemical,
etc.).
·
Perform or
review reconciliations of key balance sheet accounts.
·
Provide
financial expertise in the regional budgeting process
through direct involvement and review of assumptions.
Also assist in the annual capital plan and review and
approve all capital acquisitions.
·
Prepare and
record journal entries including monthly accruals and
monthly activity.
·
Prepare
reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
·
Research
accounting issues and items identified during the monthly
review process.
·
Provide support
to Senior Regional Accountant for the accounting and
analysis of regional operations.
·
Develop and
maintain communications and relationships with key field
personnel including regional managers, IS managers, branch
and office managers.
Skills/Education Requirements
Advanced analytical skills,
strong accounting kills and excellent organizational and
communication skills arc required. Prior experience in
similar position is preferred. A bachelor’s degree in
accounting or related field is required. An advanced degree
and for CPA designation is preferred.
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Search 14688:
Financial Analyst
This position will provide
direct financial and accounting support within the
Operations group.
Responsibilities
include:
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Participate in the period end close
process by preparing journal entries and investigating
variances.
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Prepare consolidated financial reports and
analysis for operations, including actual, budget, and
forecast.
-
Coordinate period end close, forecast, and
budget processes for operations group.
-
Create annual operating budget and
quarterly forecasts for General Operations expenses.
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Develop/Consolidate/Publish various
non-financial and financial reports to support Operations
group.
-
Allocate and prepare reports for oil
procurement results.
-
Coordinate record retention efforts and
control documentation revisions for Operations Accounting
department.
-
Provide support to plant accounting
personnel as needed.
-
Provide other ad-hoc financial and
accounting support as requested.
Qualification
Requirements:
·
B.S. in Accounting
·
3-5 years relevant professional experience
·
Analytical Skills, Excellent Communications –
written and oral. Team-oriented work approach
·
Advanced user of Excel (pivot tables, filters,
look-up formulas), proficient user of Word, PowerPoint.
·
Prefer knowledge of JD Edwards Enterprise One
and Sequel.
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Search 14690:
Senior Internal Auditor
The Senior
Internal Audit position’s primary purpose will involve
providing audit services required to satisfy management that
its key business processes and related risks are adequately
identified and properly mitigated. The position will
initially be primarily focused on the compliance audit
activities of the internal audit function as required by
corporation & parent corporation. However, the Senior
Internal Auditor will also provide Internal Audit the
ability to obtain greater coverage of the key risks
identified during our risk assessment process and allow both
the new personnel and the Internal Audit Manager to be more
active in ad-hoc activities that senior management may
identify.
1.
Performs professional internal auditing work that
involves performing financial, operational, process and
compliance audit projects; provides consulting services to
organizational management and staff; and interacts with
external auditors as applicable.
2.
Independently works under the general direction of
the Internal Audit Manager with latitude for initiative and
independent judgment in areas under review.
3.
Performs audit procedures, including developing and
conducting interviews and surveys, developing and
documenting audit evidence, reviewing and analyzing
evidence, and documenting processes and procedures,
performing tests as necessary, and identifying and defining
issues and recommendations.
4.
Assists in the planning phases of individual audits
including risk assessment activities, engagement letter and
planning package preparation, defining risks, controls and
developing tests resulting in documented executable audit
programs, performs process walk-throughs, organizes
opening/closing meetings and materials, and prepares
information requests for clients.
5.
Develops and composes work paper documentation,
summary memos, recommendations, issues and information for
executive summaries.
6.
Communicates or assists in communicating the results
of audit and consulting projects via written reports and
oral presentations to management personnel of sufficient
authority to ensure that appropriate action is taken with
respect to any deficiencies noted.
7.
Maintains updated knowledge of rules, regulations,
and standards in the fields of internal audit and applicable
accounting standards.
Education/Experience/Skill/Competence Requirements:
Minimum: Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance
3-5 years related public
accounting experience (financial audit or internal audit
division). Big 4 experience is preferred.
1.
Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
2.
Ability to recognize and analyze control weaknesses
in business processes.
3.
Ability to multi-task – manage multiple projects
occurring at one time.
4.
Strong work ethic – will often require the ability to
complete tasks with minimal supervision.
5.
Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft based products
(including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project). ACL
software experience is a plus. Knowledge of JDE and AS/400
is preferred.
6.
CPA or CIA preferred
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Search No, 14685
- Financial Analyst - Pricing
Our client, a Memphis based
company, is seeking a talented individual who can work well
across functional areas to assist in the implementation and
ongoing support of revenue management software. The Company
is searching for a motivated and professional person who has
strong analytical, systems, and financial skills and can
communicate information effectively to various levels of
management.
Job Responsibilities:
-
Serve as
main liaison between asset management and operations to
assist in analyzing key pricing issues
-
Build and
enhance revenue management reports that assist in
operational decision making
-
Build
internal relationships and work across functional areas to
understand processes and recommend changes
-
Review
pricing structure with onsite staff on a biweekly basis
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Conduct
various special projects as needed
Specific Skills and
Requirements:
·
Bachelors
degree in accounting or finance; advanced degree a plus
·
Excellent Excel
skills and proficiency with basic Microsoft applications
(Word, PowerPoint, etc); Access skills a plus
·
Excellent
analytical and communication skills
·
Prior Revenue
Management experience a plus
·
Ability to
adapt to changing roles and functions
·
Ability to work
effectively on a team to achieve overall goals
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Search No. 14586
– Senior Financial Analyst - Productivity
Our client, a Fortune 500
company headquartered here in Memphis is looking for a
Senior Analyst. Responsibilities include assisting Director
of Finance in managing the Company’s General Finance
functions. Key Senior Management financial advisor in the
analysis of operations, productivity, preparation of
operational budgets and forecasts, and other ad-hoc proforma
analysis.
Other duties include:
·
Responsible for
keeping Sr. Management informed of operations financial
performance. Develop and report productivity measurements
for operations.
·
Work as the
finance liaison with internal Six Sigma department.
·
Develop models
for budgeting, forecasting and weekly “real time” estimates
used to project results and staffing requirements based on
estimated volume levels.
·
Identify and
communicate areas of opportunity for financial and process
improvement. Develop models for tracking the related
progress.
·
Interfaces with
other departments within the company to ensure the timely
and accurate flow of financial data.
·
Assists with
work paper preparation for quarterly reviews and annual
audit.
·
Assists with
finance related special projects such as departmental
scorecards, productivity metrics, and assessment of new
business opportunities.
·
Compiles data
for and prepares regularly scheduled or special reports,
analyses and statements.
Required Education and
Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in
Accounting, Finance or related field and 5 + years Finance
experience.
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Search No. 14555
– Internal Auditors - Ohio
We are looking for
individuals that have a passion for audit, are inquisitive,
have superior communication skills, and enjoy a fast paced
and dynamic atmosphere. Individuals must be able to work
both independently and in team settings and strive to
continuously increase quality and timeliness by improving
processes, methods and tools used.
Internal Auditors are
responsible for audit activities including Financial,
Operational Process (including SOX controls), Technology,
and more. They are involved in various aspects of auditing
including planning, development, execution, and quality
control. The Internal Auditors support Internal Audit's role
in providing management with independent risk based
assessments of the company's control environment and
financial fitness and integrity.
This is a great opportunity
for individuals seeking rewarding opportunities in Internal
Audit or other roles within the company based on capability
and job performance. Internal Auditors have the opportunity
to:
·
Gain a broad
understanding of the company by being exposed to the brands
and operational business units.
·
Round out their
knowledge of audit and risk by being involved in the
planning, development and execution of diverse audit
projects.
Internal Auditors report to
a Manager of Internal Audit.
Bachelor's degree in finance
or accounting and CPA is preferred.
At least three to five years
of audit experience is required, preferably in a large
public firm or corporate environment with proven ability to
take on increased responsibilities.
Advanced degree or other
certifications, MBA, CIA, CFE or CISA is beneficial but not
required .
Ability to work effectively
in a fast paced, dynamic, team oriented environment is
important.
Strong verbal and written
communication skills are important.
Self-motivated with the desire to succeed is important.
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Search 14705:
Senior Internal Auditor ~ Birmingham, AL
Our client is a publicly held company
located in Birmingham, AL. They are seeking a senior
auditor to conduct internal audits and lead small teams of
staff and outside auditors as necessary for completion of
same.
Responsibilities:
Assist the Senior Audit Manager as necessary in planning and
conducting audits.
Manage Internal Audit's ongoing compliance effort and
ensuring compliance regarding regulatory changes;
coordinating entity level controls testing with outside
audit firm; partnering with divisional resources to insure
documentation and testing are appropriate for all business
and IT processes; managing compliance time line; managing
SOC Steering Committee processes and meetings; developing
audit reports and making presentations to unit business
leaders and corporate executives, Audit Steering Committee
and Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
Manage audit software needs and
recommend/implement changes as appropriate.
Requirements:
-
Bachelors degree in Accounting is required, Masters in
Accounting is preferred.
-
A
minimum of 2 years of public accounting experience is
required.
-
2
to 4 years of progressive audit experience in a publicly
held company including SOX 404 compliance and leading of
audits is required.
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Must be proficient with PCs and standard business desktop
applications.
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Must have experience with or the ability to quickly learn
the technology systems used by the company.
-
Must be confident and articulate, able to communicate well
orally and in written reports and presentation materials.
Must be able to influence and instill confidence in senior
managers.
-
Must be a motivated, results oriented self-starter able to
work effectively with minimal supervision and direction.
**
Position requires travel up to 50% during the first 9
months. Travel will reduce to an average of 20%
thereafter.
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Search 14637:
Senior Internal Auditor - Nashville, TN
Our
client is a privately held company headquartered in
Nashville, TN. They have an immediate need for an
experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join the Internal
Audit staff at their Nashville office.
Responsibilities include
conducting audits of functional areas of the company
including, financial, operational, and compliance reviews;
and evaluating the compliance and effectiveness of
prescribed procedures and policies, evaluating the adequacy
of controls and efficiency of operations
The ideal candidate must
have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
Management and 2–4 years of related experience in internal
audit and/or public accounting. CPA, CIA or other relevant
certification preferred. Must have strong written and verbal
communication skills and a demonstrated ability to
understand business processes quickly. Will be skilled in
project management; capable of effectively handling multiple priorities; able to appropriately
handle confidential information; and proficient in
word-processing and spreadsheet software.
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Search 14573- Sr.
IT Auditor - Birmingham, AL
Key SE client has an
immediate opening for Senior IT Auditor to be a member of an
Internal Audit department.
Responsibilities:
-
Determine and establish appropriate scope and control
objectives for the area under review. Identify, evaluate
and report on IT related risks, predominantly of a
technical nature. Assess business risks and evaluate the
effectiveness of controls at the network, operating
system, database and application level.
-
Construct audit plans that utilize allocated hours and
resources to address the high-exposure areas within the
audit scope. Conduct information technology audits of
various departments, divisions, and locations of the
organization in order to review and appraise the adequacy
and effectiveness of information technology related
controls.
-
Design and execute audit programs to validate relevant
control objectives. Document procedures performed and
results obtained. May review audit work papers prepared by
internal audit team. Interpret the significance of test
results and conclude on the reliability of control in the
area under review. Recommend solutions to problems
identified in test work. Apply current knowledge of IT
trends and systems processes to identify security and risk
management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
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Identify, compile and prioritize issues to be addressed at
Audit management review meetings. Conduct meetings with
client management to discuss audit/project results.
Prepare internal audit reports/presentations.
-
Oversee the day-to-day administration of assigned projects
including: supervision and training of assigned staff;
allocation of budgeted hours among audit functions,
recording/monitoring audit efforts, and tracking against
allocated time budget
-
Complete or participate on special projects as assigned,
including coordination with external auditors and others
as required.
Requirements:
-
4-year college degree in accounting, finance, business,
computer science, or related field or equivalent work
experience (5 years minimum). Advanced degree a plus.
-
5 or more years professional experience in Internal Audit
or related field, including at least 3 years of IT Audit
and supervisory experience.
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Search 14572 -
Director IT Audit - Birmingham, AL
Key SE client has an immediate opening for a Director of IT
Audit to be a member of the Internal Audit department.
Responsibilities:
-
Report to VP of IT Audit and
be held accountable for the oversight and execution of
internal information technology audits of various
departments, divisions, and locations of the organization
in order to review and appraise the adequacy and
effectiveness of information technology related controls.
-
Help identify IT related risks
and possible internal control deficiencies and disseminate
these to the team as well as report findings and recommend
areas for improvement to Internal Audit leadership.
-
Assist in development of
presentation materials to the Audit Committee of the Board
of Directors to communicate IT audit plans, progress and
results for this group.
-
Assist in building and leading
a high performing IT Audit team.
-
Along with the SVP and other
Internal Audit Group Directors/VP, serve as point of
contact for technology related audit inquires form
internal and external parties.
-
Requirements:
-
4-year college degree in
accounting, finance, business, computer science or related
field or equivalent work experience (5 years minimum).
Advanced degree a plus.
-
CISA, CIA, CISSP, or
applicable professional certification.
-
12 or more years of
professional experience with a combination of public
accounting, public company and Internal Audit experience.
-
5 years minimum management
experience.
-
Broad working knowledge of
auditing techniques, auditing standards and technology
risk assessment approaches.
-
Strong experience in
performing and leading technology risk assessments as well
as development and execution of audit plans.
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Search 14571 - VP
of Corporate Financial Audit - Birmingham, AL
Key SE client has an immediate opening for VP of Corporate
Financial Audit to be a member of the Internal Audit
department.
Responsibilities:
-
Reporting directly to the SVP, Inspector General, direct
all aspects of the Corporate and Financial Audit Groups’
activities, including the planning of audits and projects,
execution of fieldwork, annual goals, and reporting
results to management.
-
Perform and review with the SVP, Inspector General, other
Internal Audit VPs and company senior management, periodic
risk assessments of the corporation to develop and
maintain an Audit Plan for the Corporate and Financial
Audit Groups and the Department.
-
Build, lead, and develop high performing internal
corporate and financial audit teams. Assist in
determining permanent and temporary staffing needs,
including any outsourcing or co-sourcing opportunities.
-
Prepare annual budget of Corporate and Financial Audit
Groups and monitor expenses. Assist Inspector General in
the preparation of the Departmental budget.
-
Coordinate and manage development of presentation
materials for assigned areas to the Audit Committee of the
Board of Directors for purposes of communicating audit
plans, progress and results for the Financial and
Corporate Audit Groups.
-
Lead the coordination of work by Department and its
various groups with the Internal Controls Group regarding
annual and quarterly Sarbanes-Oxley compliance efforts.
Requirements:
-
4-year college degree in accounting, finance, business, or
related field or equivalent work experience (5 years
minimum). Advanced degree a plus.
-
12 or more years relevant professional experience, with a
combination of public accounting, public company and/or
relevant internal audit experience preferred.
-
5 years minimum administrative and group management
experience.
-
CPA, CIA, or applicable professional certification is
required.
-
Broad working knowledge and experience in professional
auditing practices, risk assessments and in the
application of control best practices.
-
Solid working knowledge and experience in Sarbanes-Oxley
404 and 302 requirements, including documentation, key
control identification, testing and assessment.
-
Ability to motivate, mentor, and train staff and managers
for promotions with and outside of the department.
-
Ability to travel to various facilities as needed.
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Search 14560 -
Director Internal Controls - Birmingham, AL
Key SE client has an immediate
opening for a Director of Internal Controls to be a member
of our Internal Controls department.
Responsibilities:
-
Assume responsibility for
supporting the Company's efforts regarding the completion
and communication of milestone objectives necessary to
properly document, assess, remediate and report
conclusions reached regarding the effectiveness of the
Company's internal controls over financial reporting.
-
Support the company’s
initiatives to comply with the requirements of 404 of the
Sarbanes-Oxley Act ("Sox 404").
-
Key member of the Sox 404
Working Committee and will direct the efforts of outside
staff to the accomplishment of various objectives of the
project.
-
Instrumental
in the Company's Business Controls Certification ("BCC")
and Finance Managers Code of Conduct programs.
-
The BCC program will require
monthly interaction with facility Administrators
concerning their certifications that key business controls
are functioning, as well as identification and remediation
of issues where those certifications are not made and
coordination with Internal Audit for assistance and
verification.
-
Master an understanding of
multiple divisions and constituencies and work across
organizational boundaries to achieve overall Corporate and
field-level objectives.
Requirements:
-
4-year college degree in
accounting, finance, business, or related field or
equivalent work experience (5 years min). Advanced degree
a plus
-
10 or more years of
professional experience with Internal Controls
-
5 years minimum management
experience
-
Detailed knowledge and
experience with the requirements of 404 of the
Sarbanes-Oxley Act ("Sox 404")
-
Subject matter expertise in
internal control objectives and processes and their impact
on financial reporting across multiple business functions
-
Must have experience in
coordination between consultants and Company employees,
selection and supervision of staff and project management
office tracking and reporting
-
Must be able to perform in a
fast-paced, challenging team environment
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Search 14561 -
V.P. - IT Audit - Birmingham, AL
Key SE client has an immediate
opening for a Vice President of IT Audit to be a member of
our Internal Audit department.
Responsibilities:
·
Reporting directly
to the SVP direct all aspects of the IT Audit Group
activities, including the planning of audits and projects,
execution of fieldwork and reporting results to management.
·
Lead development
efforts regarding departmental systems needs, integrated
audit support and continuous audit support.
·
Perform and review
with the SVP and other Internal Audit VPs and company senior
management, periodic risk assessments of the corporation to
develop and maintain an Audit Plan for the IT Audit Group
and the Department.
·
Build, lead, and
develop a high performing IT Audit team. Assist in
determining permanent and temporary staffing need, including
any outsourcing or co-souring opportunities.
·
Prepare annual
budget and monitor expenses for the Group. Assist Inspector
General in the preparation of Departmental budget.
·
Coordinate and
manage development of presentation materials to the Audit
Committee of the Board of directors to communicate audit
plans, progress and results for the IT Audit Group.
·
Along with the SVP
and other Internal Audit leadership, coordinate with the
Internal Controls Group regarding annual and quarterly
Sarbanes-Oxley compliance efforts.
Qualifications:
·
4-year college
degree in accounting, finance, business, computer science or
related field or equivalent work experience (5 years
minimum). Advanced degree a plus.
·
12 or more years
of relevant professional experience, with a combination of
public accounting, public company, and IT Audit experience.
·
CISA, CIA, CPA, or
applicable professional certification is required.
·
5 years minimum
administrative and group management experience.
·
Broad working
knowledge and experience in professional auditing practices
and in the application of control best practices. Knowledge
and experience in the review of business processes, systems
implementation, and process reengineering.
·
Ability to
motivate, mentor and train staff for promotions within and
outside of the department.
·
Ability to travel
to various facilities as needed.
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Search 14562 -
Senior Internal Auditor - Birmingham, AL
Position
Summary
The position of
Senior Auditor is established to ensure that policies
and procedures are being followed consistently
throughout the organization in order to safeguard its
assets, verify the accuracy and reliability of its
accounting data, and promote adherence to the prescribed
policies. This position is a key member of the
Sarbanes-Oxley compliance process established for the
organization
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
· Evaluates
both operational and financial reporting controls and
prepares reports for Management and the Audit Committee
on results of work performed.
· Determines
if the system of authorization and recording procedures
are adequate to provide reasonable accounting control
over assets, liabilities, income and expenses.
· Will
engage in key activities associated with Sarbanes-Oxley
compliance such as reviews control procedures and
monitors safeguarding of assets, determines that there
is segregation of duties and dual control, as necessary,
and reviews pertinent documents necessary to determine
if an audit trail exists for all records and systems.
· Monitors
activity and file maintenance in accounting records and
data processing systems.
· Evaluates
compliance with organizational policies.
· Assists
in audits conducted by external auditors.
· Determines
if the organizational policies are being followed.
· Prepares
reports of work done and submits to Management and Audit
Committee for review, follow-up and recommendations for
action.
· Monitors
and follows-up on action items and remediation action.
· Discuss
findings with supervisors/managers of areas evaluated.
· Assist
management with audit related special projects and
perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
· Bachelor's
degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area required.
· Proven
experience in Sarbanes-Oxley compliance desirable.
· 4-6
years internal/external audit experience, preferably in
and insurance environment.
· Thorough
knowledge of audit practices/procedures and GAAS &
working knowledge of GAAP.
· Proven
investigative skills.
· Strong
interpersonal skills.
· Very
good oral and written communication skills.
· Proficient
with windows based applications.
· Designation
as a CPA or CIA desirable.
· An
understanding of, and adherence to, the Auditors Code of
Ethics and the Standards for the Professional Practice
of Internal Auditing as developed by the Institute of
Auditors.
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Search 14475 –
Senior Cost Analyst
As a Sr. Cost
Analyst, you will be responsible for timely and accurate
reporting of inventory valuation and transactions. Also
responsible for the communication of variances and trends
associated with inventory actual reporting, budgeting and
forecasting. Responsibilities include:
• Prepare and analyze inventory provision amounts such as
obsolete & excess inventory and shrink and the related
journal entries.
• Analyze production order cost and variances, including
purchase price variance and methods variance.
• Assist management with physical inventory-taking and
reporting results.
• Responsible for reporting and analyzing cycle count
activities and auditing teams on a periodic basis to ensure
adherence to company policy.
• Prepare, maintain, and complete test plans for Sarbanes
Oxley requirements. Ensure that compliance is maintained.
• Product costing.
• Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
You will need:
B.S. or B.A. in Accounting. CPA and/or MBA preferred.
Four (4) years experience required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
Inventory or Manufacturing related experience preferred.
SAP/BPCS systems or similar experience preferred.
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14144: Staff, Senior, Manager and Consultants
Our client, a
regional public accounting firm, is looking to add a variety
of different level individuals to their staff in Audit, Tax
and Consulting. Positions are open throughout the state of
Mississippi and Tennessee. Salaries are negotiable and
relocation provided.
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13766: Senior Internal Auditor ~ Birmingham, AL
The position of Senior Auditor is
established to ensure that policies and procedures are being
followed consistently throughout the organization in order
to safeguard its assets, verify the accuracy and reliability
of its accounting data, and promote adherence to the
prescribed policies. This position is a key member of
the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance process established for the
organization.
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Evaluates both operational and financial reporting
controls and prepares reports for Management and the Audit
Committee on results of work performed.
• Determines if the system of authorization and recording
procedures are adequate to provide reasonable accounting
control over assets, liabilities, income and expenses.
• Will engage in key activities associated with
Sarbanes-Oxley compliance such as reviews control procedures
and monitors safeguarding of assets, determines that there
is segregation of duties and dual control, as necessary, and
reviews pertinent documents necessary to determine if an
audit trail exists for all records and systems.
• Assist management with audit related special projects and
perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
(Education, Experience, Skills)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area
required.
• Proven experience in Sarbanes-Oxley compliance desirable.
• 4-6 years internal/external audit experience, preferably
in and insurance environment.
• Thorough knowledge of audit practices/procedures and GAAS
& working knowledge of GAAP.
• Designation as a CPA or CIA desirable.
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13417: IT Internal Auditor ~ Birmingham, AL
Our Client is seeking an experienced IT Internal Auditor
in Birmingham, AL. The IT Internal Auditor will work with
the Audit Team in conducting audits across company’s lines
of business with a focus on systems and technology and
internal clients to ensure internal controls are designed
and working effectively for compliance with Sarbanes Oxley
404 requirements. The IT Internal Auditor must be able to
operate autonomously with little supervision. Some of the
key responsibilities include:
· Plan and perform all steps related to audits and
special projects
· Assume lead auditor role when needed and oversee
the conduct of the audit providing assistance as necessary
to other auditors.
· Perform special assignments and other duties as
requested by audit and company management.
· Conduct data extraction, analysis, and security
reviews utilizing various database, spreadsheet and
analytical tools.
REQUIREMENTS: A
successful candidate will have a minimum of three years
auditing and two years IT Audit experience. Candidates with
less auditing experience who have broad technical expertise
will also be considered. Broad IT experience supplemented
with expert knowledge of multiple environments (mainframe,
midrange, network architecture, client-server, databases) is
required. Experience with Big 4 audit firm or obtained in
large organization that includes either IT Audit, technical
support or IT Security preferred. Bachelor’s degree in
related field required. Excellent verbal and written
communication skills; time and project management;
analytical and problem solving skills required. Must be
detail oriented and have the ability to see whole systems in
order to act strategically. Must be self-motivated,
reliable, accountable and team oriented.
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13897: External Audit Manager ~ Nashville & Knoxville, TN
Our client is one of the top 10 public accounting and
consulting firms in the United States. They provide
innovative business solutions in the areas of assurance,
benefit plan services, financial advisory, forensic
services, performance services, risk consulting and tax
consulting. Currently they are looking for External Audit
Managers for their Nashville and Knoxville offices.
Responsibilities: In the role of External Audit
Manager your primary responsibility will be to participate
in large lending institution's financial statement audit
engagements. These engagements primarily involve large
banks, thrifts and credit unions. You will consult with
client management about accounting and auditing standards
impacting financial institutions.
Desire to work in a high growth; fast paced environment is
critical for your success. Senior Manager status can be
quickly achieved for those that contribute well to
organizational success.
Requirements: Minimum of 3 to 7 years experience in
external audit experience in the financial services sector.
SEC audit experience is a plus.
Bachelors Degree in Accounting. CPA and advanced
credentials a plus
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Search 14144: Public Accounting - Staff, Senior, Manager,
Sr. Manager, Partner
Our client, one
of the largest CPA and consulting firms throughout the
Southeast, is searching for Staff/ Senior/ Supervisor level
candidates for both Tax and Audit. Our client specializes in
many areas to include, but not limited to Franchising,
Construction, Manufacturing, Professional Services, and
Healthcare. In a tax role, you will be involved in
Corporate, Partnership and Individual taxes as well as
research projects. No travel involved in these positions. In
the audit role, you might be required to travel 0% - 30%
throughout the U.S. Salary is competitive, based off
experience. Relocation packages are available.
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Search 12845: Senior Internal Auditor
Our client, the premier global provider of transportation,
e-commerce and supply chain management services, has engaged
us to continuously recruit for their most dynamic department
within Accounting and Finance – their Internal Audit
Department. Reviewing 50% of the Company’s operations,
representing 60% of the Company’s annual traffic is the goal
for this global audit group. Team members review
financial, operational and information systems internal
controls and processes, providing world-class audit service
throughout the Company’s global locations. The
department offers excellent promotional opportunities into
any area of the Company – logistics, sales, operations,
accounting/finance, etc. Requirements are: 2-7 years
experience in an audit capacity (industry or public).
Operational auditing experience preferred, “team-player”
attitude, bright, energetic personalities and willingness to
travel up to 50% annually. Compensation competitive
with relevant experience, along with excellent benefits.
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Search 13410: Business Process Improvement
Fortune 500
company seeking individuals with
experience in reengineering accounting/business processes,
benchmarking, mapping, and process documentation.
Excellent ability
to work with a variety of clients with conflicting
priorities and to deliver results in a manner which meets
the client’s needs efficiently and accurately. Six
Sigma
Certification is a plus. Accounting/Finance degree
required, CPA/MBA preferred. Competitive compensation
package offered.
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Search 13809: Staff Accountants
Responsible for the financial records and
providing the financial expertise for one or more business
units. Includes overseeing the month end close process and
the daily accounting functions for assigned unit(s).
Includes providing proactive daily analysis and financial
support to the unit(s) and branches. Also, includes
responsibility for establishing effective communication with
the field level personnel (office and branch managers,
region managers and IS managers) that will facilitate
performance of duties. The successful candidate will possess
a Bachelor degree in Accounting and 0-3 years of experience
within a public accounting firm or a corporate
environment. Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Search 14462: Advisor - Financial Reporting
Client seeks Accountant to assist in preparation and review
of financial statements for external and internal
distribution. This will include all quarterly and
annual information filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, Proxy Statements, etc.), and
monthly internal reporting packages for senior management.
Provide assistance to Manager of Financial Reporting to
ensure compliance with all external reporting requirements
(SEC, GAAP, etc.). Provide assistance to the
accounting manager, manager of financial reporting and
controller in the monthly close process to ensure the
accuracy of the company’s book and records. This will
include the preparation of monthly account analysis of
assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts.
Additionally, for assigned areas, this will include the
preparation of all required support for journal entries
necessary to ensure that transactions are properly recorded
in the Company’s books and records. Assist in preparation
and distribution of Company policies and procedures and
participate in projects to improve financial reporting and
accounting system. Provide assistance to external
auditors during periodic reviews/audits. Participate
in taking of physical inventories. Develop and project an
understanding of Company’s business and operations.
Actively participate in efforts that can improve overall
productivity and in meaningful profit generation activities.
Our client offers excellent benefits and salary commensurate
with experience. Seeking 2-5 year experienced
professional, preferring public accounting (or comparable)
experienced candidates. CPA required.
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020722: Audit and Tax Professionals
Big 4 firm growing several Southeastern
U.S. cities’ practices. Seeking Audit and Tax professionals
with 2-8 years experience in public accounting to join their
firm and help expand their businesses. Professionals
possessing excellent communication and planning skills
interested in exploring opportunities with world's premier
accounting services firm need apply. Healthcare,
Manufacturing, Financial Services and Distribution industry
experience helpful. Salary competitive with experience.
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