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COST ACCOUNTANT
Tulsa, OK
$50K-$75K
 
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major - MBA Desirable

Minimal 

My Tulsa , OK client is looking for a Cost Accountant. This position has been created due to the growth of the company in recent years. If you have 2+ years in cost accounting this position could launch you to that next step in your career. A leading manufacturing company looking for a take charge, ideas type individual.

  Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with month-end close process, account analyses/reconciliations, inventory reserve calculations and participate in special projects/assignments.
• Participate in annual budgeting and forecasting.
• Independent preparation of journal entries and related supporting documentation.
• Independent review of monthly financial statements for significant variances and analyze causes for such variances.
• Prepare commentary for monthly Financial Review Process.
• Communicate regarding status and issues associated with the close process with manager, other team members, and business units throughout the close process.
• Prepare necessary adjusting entries before the month end close.
• Communicate unusual reconciling items, potential technical accounting issues or other issues identified to appropriate team members, business units and others within the organization.
• Obtain and validate required data for inventory reserve calculations. 

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major.

• CPA/ CMA preferred.

• MBA desirable but not required.

• Minimum of 2 years of progressive financial and management accounting experience required.

• Experience in a financial control / consolidation / reporting role, with strong preference given to experience in large / sophisticated corporate environments.

• Demonstrated experience in implementing process and systems improvements a strong plus.

Job Code #071644KW   Email Kevin Ward for more information about this position.

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WORLDWIDE CONTROLLER
Compton, CA
$150K
 
BA or BS in Accounting/Finance highly preferred - MBA preferred

30%

Up to 10

My 25 year old, rapidly growing client is looking for a Worldwide Controller that will be responsible for building effective working relationships with international operations, business units and corporate personnel in order to solve complex business and financial management issues. This individual will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic and operational initiatives to improve financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control and expense variance analysis. 

The Controller directs all aspects of accounting operations and the preparation of financial forecasts. Oversees the development of financial accounting systems required to maintain reporting requirements. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

 Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in driving revenue growth, expense control, process improvement, optimizing supply chain activities and improving inter-company communications with international Sales & Service subsidiaries.

•  Supervise the preparation and analysis of monthly financials. Review, approve & control annual operating and capital budgets and balance sheet/cash flow statement. Oversee consolidation and control of international budgets.

• Review & control monthly expenses, variance analysis and forecasting.

• Monitor systems & non-systems gross margin. Work with other finance staff to develop reports and statistics to be used by senior management in improving gross margins.

• Monthly revenue and cost review, analysis, forecasting, reporting and commentary.

• Partner with regional directors to improve business processes, revenue growth, inventory optimization and service contract penetration.

• Lead and participate in cross- functional teams to implement process improvements throughout the organization

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 15 plus years related international financial management experience with increasing responsibility.

• Minimum of 10 plus years experience supervisory experience

• Highly knowledgeable in finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Working knowledge of automated financial, accounting reporting systems and database management.  

• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.

• Working knowledge of short and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis.

• BA or BS in Accounting / Finance highly preferred.  MBA preferred.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Detail orientated

• Self-starter with the ability to work without supervision

Job Code #071042KW   Email Kevin Ward for more information about this position.

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ASSISTANT CONTROLLER
Mentor, OH
$65K-$75K
 
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major - MBA Preferred not required

10%

Up to 5

My Mentor, OH client is growing and needs to add an Assistant Controller to their team.  If you have 3+ years experience in accounting this position could launch you to that next step in your career.

•           Perform monthly balance sheet account analysis

•           Perform budget vs. actual analysis on a monthly basis

•          Prepare various cash, AP discount and capitalization reports on a monthly basis

•           Review and approve accounts payable 

•          Book necessary journal entries on a monthly basis

•          Review journal entries booked by others

•        Prepare annual budget for capitol expenditures and tracks budget variances

•           Prepare reports that summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses and earnings based on past, present and expected operations

•          Advise management on desirable operational adjustments

•          Coordinate the month-end and year-end closing process

•          Review company financial statements for accuracy and clarity

•          Directly supervise employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws

Requirements/Professional Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major.
• MBA Desirable, but not required
• Bilingual in Chinese Mandarin and English.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• CPA or CMA Preferred.
• Bilingual in Chinese Mandarin and/or Cantonese and English is a Plus.
• Minimum of 3 years in a manufacturing environment Required.
• Experience in a financial control/consolidation/reporting role, with strong preference given to experience in large, sophisticated corporate environments.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing process and systems improvements a Strong Plus.

Job Code #07239KW   Email Kevin Ward for more information about this position.

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CONTROLLER
Flushing, NY
$120K-$150K
 
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major - MBA Preferred not required

10%

Up to 5

My growing Flushing , NY client is adding to their accounting team and if you have a manufacturing background, strong financial management/leadership skills, and are bilingual in Chinese Mandarin and English this could be the next step in your career.

• Oversee and direct treasury, budgeting, audit, tax, accounting, cash flow management, real estate, long- term forecasting, and insurance activities for the company.

• Direct the controller in providing and directing procedures and computer application systems necessary to maintain proper records and to afford adequate accounting controls and service.

• Direct the treasurer in activities such as custodian of funds, securities, and assets of the organization.

• Appraise the company’s financial position and issue periodic reports on company’s financial stability, liquidity, and growth.

• Direct and coordinate the establishment of budget programs.

• Coordinate tax reporting programs and investor relation activities.

• Analyze, consolidate, and direct all cost accounting procedures together with other statistical and routine reports.

• Oversee and direct the preparation and issuance of the corporation’s annual report.

• Direct and analyze studies of general economic, business, and financial conditions and their impact on the company’s policies and operations.

• Analyze operational issue impacting functional groups and the whole institution, and determine their financial impact.

• Evaluate and recommend business partnering opportunities.

• Establish and maintain contacts with stockholders, financial institutions, and the investment community.

Requirements/Professional Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major.
• MBA Desirable, but not required
• Bilingual in Chinese Mandarin and English.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• CPA or CMA Preferred
• Proficient in US GAAP
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial and management experience Required.
• Experience in a financial control/consolidation/reporting role.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing process and systems improvements a Strong Plus.

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CONTROLLER
Hampton, GA
$65K-$75K
 
Bachelors degree in Business Administration w/Accounting or related major. MBA Desirable, but not required 

Minimal

Up to 5

My industry leading client is looking for a Controller.  If you have 5+ years in accounting and are highly motivated and business savvy this position could launch you to that next step in your career. 

• Perform monthly balance sheet account analysis
• Perform budget vs. actual analysis on a monthly basis
• Prepare various cash, AP discount and capitalization reports on a monthly basis
• Review and approve accounts payable 
• Book necessary journal entries on a monthly basis
• Review journal entries booked by others
• Prepare annual budget for capitol expenditures and tracks budget variances
• Prepare reports that summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses and earnings based on past, present and expected operations
• Advise management on desirable operational adjustments
• Coordinate the month-end and year-end closing process
• Review company financial statements for accuracy and clarity
• Directly supervise employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws

Education/Requirements/Professional Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major

• CPA or CMA preferred
  MBA desirable but not required

• Working knowledge of US GAAP

• International experience is a plus
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive financial and experience required
• Experience in a financial control / consolidation / reporting role, with strong preference given to expertise with a major

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WORLDWIDE CONTROLLER
Boston, MA
$150K
 
BA or BS in Accounting/Finance Highly Preferred - MBA Preferred 

30%

Up to 10

My client is looking for a Worldwide Controller that will be responsible for building effective working relationships with international operations, business units and corporate personnel in order to solve complex business and financial management issues. This individual will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic and operational initiatives to improve financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control and expense variance analysis. 

The Controller directs all aspects of accounting operations and the preparation of financial forecasts. Oversees the development of financial accounting systems required to maintain reporting requirements. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist Sales & Service in driving revenue growth, expense control, process improvement, optimizing supply chain activities and improving inter-company communications with international Sales & Service subsidiaries.

• Establish and maintain a service P & L.

• Review, approve & control annual North America Sales & Service operating and capital budgets and balance sheet / cash flow statement.  Oversee consolidation and control of international budgets.

• Review & control monthly expenses, variance analysis and forecasting of Sales & Service organization.

• Monitor systems & non-systems gross margin. Work with other Finance staff to develop reports and statistics to be used by senior management in improving gross margins.

• Monthly revenue and cost review, analysis, forecasting, reporting and commentary.

• Partner with regional Directors of Field Service and Logistics to improve business processes, revenue growth, inventory optimization and service contract penetration.

• Lead and participate in cross functional teams to implement process improvements throughout the organization.

• Assist the Sr. VP of Finance in the overall management and mentoring of the sales & service finance team.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of 10 plus years related international financial management experience with increasing responsibility.

• Minimum of 5 plus years experience supporting a Sales & Service organization.

• Highly knowledgeable in finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

• Working knowledge of automated financial, accounting reporting systems and database management.   SAP experience desirable.  Strong Excel skills critical.

• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.

• Working knowledge of short and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis.

• BA or BS in Accounting / Finance highly preferred.  MBA preferred.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Detail orientated

• Self-starter with the ability to work without supervision

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CONTROLLER
Milwaukee, WI
$90K-$100K
 
Bachelors degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major  - MBA Desirable, but not required 

Minimal

Up to 5

My Milwaukee , WI client is an award winning industry leader manufacturer and they are searching for a Controller. If you have 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, experience as a controller or an accounting manager and are looking for the next step in your career. We are looking for a take charge, ideas type individual.

• Month-end close and related reporting

• Provide guidance to operations

• Provide guidance on sales and use tax; real estate and personal property tax

• Ensure accounting practices meet company policy and governing regulations

• Perform financial planning to help the business meet their objectives
• Prepare various cash, AP discount and capitalization reports on a monthly basis
• Review and approve accounts payable 
• Prepare annual budget for capitol expenditures and tracks budget variances
• Prepare reports that summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses and earnings based on past, present and expected operations
• Advise management on desirable operational adjustments
• Coordinate the month-end and year-end closing process
• Review company financial statements for accuracy and clarity
• Directly supervise employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with corporate policies and applicable

Education/Requirements/Professional Experience:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major.
•  CPA preferred.
•  MBA desirable but not required. 

• Cost Accounting

•  Minimum of 5 years of cost accounting and progressive financial and management experience required.

•  Experience in a financial control / consolidation / reporting role, with strong preference given to experience in large / sophisticated manufacturing environments.

• Demonstrated experience in implementing process and systems improvements a strong plus.

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OPERATIONAL ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Cleveland, OH
$85K-$100K
 
Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field 

Minimal

5

Great opportunity at a growing Fortune 500 Company for an individual who is ready to take the next step in their career. This person will be the intermediary between corporate finance and the SEC reporting team:

• Responsible for the planning, coordinating and the analysis of the worldwide accounting practices.
• Provide management oversight and review of the fixed assets process.
• Manage all accounting requirements associated with acquisitions, divestitures, and impairments.
• Supervise staff accountants.
• Be the go to person for technical accounting issues.
• Assist with year end audit requests from internal and external auditors.
• Coordinate research within the external reporting group and the preparation of technical writings.
• Actively participate with accounting/GAAP research and assist in SEC filings

Education/Requirements/Professional Experience:

• Four year degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA certification is a Plus.
• 4+ years of experience in accounting including two years in public accounting.
• Knowledge of SEC and NYSE regulations.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP.

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TAX MANAGER
Cleveland, OH
$90K-$100K
 
Bachelors degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major - MBA or JD Desirable but not required 

Minimal

Up to 5

My Cleveland, OH client is growing and needs you if you have 5+ years at a Public Accounting firm and/or industry experience as a tax preparer/supervisor along with  Strong technical expertise, communication skills and a CPA.

• Tax planning for clients
• Review and overview partnership, corporate and individual tax compliance
• Manage the development of staff members
• Communicate with clients and staff
• Identify additional opportunities at current clients

Education/Requirements/Professional Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major
• CPA desired
• MBA or JD desirable, but not required
• Minimum 5 years of tax experience in Individual, Corporate, and Partnership Federal Tax Law
• Knowledge of State and Local taxation law

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EXTERNAL REPORTING MANAGER
Cleveland, OH
$85K-$100K
 
Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field

Minimal

5

Great opportunity at a growing Fortune 500 Company for an individual who is ready to take the next step in their career. This person will be responsible for:

• Coordinating and compiling the information needed for the  preparation of all quarterly and annual SEC filings on form 10-Q and 10-K.
• Assist with year end audit requests form internal and external auditors.
• Coordinating research within the external reporting group and the preparation of technical writings.
• Actively participate with accounting/GAAP research and be the primary liaison for GAAP/ SEC issues.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance for public debt and equity offerings.

Education/Requirements:

• Four year degree in accounting or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in accounting including two years in public accounting.
• Knowledge of SEC and NYSE regulations.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP

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ASSISTANT CONTROLLER
Houston, TX
$80K-$100K
 
Bachelors degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major. MBA Desirable, but not required.

Minimal

Up to 5

My client, a Fortune 500 international company, is looking for an Assistant Controller for their Houston, TX location. If you have 2+ years in a management position and 5+ years in accounting/finance at a manufacturing company, this position could launch you to that next step in your career. A leading billion dollar company looking for a take charge, ideas type individual.

• Perform monthly balance sheet account analysis 
• Perform budget vs. actual analysis on a monthly basis
• Prepare various cash, AP discount and capitalization reports on a monthly basis
• Review and approve accounts payable 
• Book necessary journal entries on a monthly basis
• Review journal entries booked by others
• Prepare annual budget for capitol expenditures and tracks budget variances
• Prepare reports that summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses and earnings based on past, present and expected operations
• Advise management on desirable operational adjustments
• Coordinate the month-end and year-end closing process
• Review company financial statements for accuracy and clarity
• Directly supervise employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws

Education/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with Accounting or related major.

• CPA Required

• MBA desirable but not required.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in accounting/finance

• Cost accounting experience required

• Demonstrated experience in implementing process and system improvements a Strong Plus.

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