Wednesday, April 17, 2013

( Financial Operations Consultant ) ( Payroll Specialist ) ( Lead Financial Analyst ) ( Accountant ) ( Audit Manager - Technology ) ( Accountant - Tax ) ( Senior Cost Accountant ) ( Director of SEC and Regulatory Reporting ) ( Audit Manager for AML/KYC ) ( Audit Manager - Central Technology ) ( Senior Accountant ) ( AP Specialist ) ( Inventory Control and Purchasing Manager ) ( Finance & HR Administrator ) ( AP/AR Clerk ) ( Staff Accountant ) ( Junior Property Accountant ) ( Accounting Clerk ) ( AP Data Entry Clerk )


Financial Operations Consultant

Details: Role: Finance Consultant Assignment: Financial Operations- Sr. ProductsLocation: Louisville, KY Are you a fit? Are you an analytical thinker and a self-starter? Would you enjoy using your business knowledge to help analyze and improve current financial processes and procedures?  Assignment Capsule As a Finance Consultant within Financial Operations-Sr Products Pharmacy you will: perform forecasting and analysis,work on financial reporting and planning, and have monthly financial close responsibilities for Humana’s pharmacy businesses. You will work on profit improvement initiatives and on variousprojects, using the results you generate to create financial reports/analysis. You will also act as a Finance liaison, partnering with associates from other business areas on special projects. Manage departmental activities to ensure accurate and timely accounting statements, financial and statistical reports, filings and data Develop methods and criteria for measuring and summarizing financial data and preparing complex analyses Ensure departmental adherence to corporate guidelines, performance standards and all applicable laws and regulations Build reconciliation systems, migrating data to a single platform and aligning Humana’s internal reporting with the Enterprise Data Warehouse Key Competencies Builds Trust: You honor your word by doing what you say you are going to do. Implementation/Execution: You are good at organizing and managing multiple priorities and/or projects by using appropriate methodologies and tools. Innovate: You introduce new ideas and processes which improve performance and productivity. Problem Solving: You are a problem solver with the ability to encourage others in collaborative problem solving. Acting as both a broker and consultant regarding resources, you engage others in problem solving without taking over.

Payroll Specialist

Details: We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to help with Payroll processing for 1000+ employee setting.  Individual will also be responsible for coordinating efforts between payroll, HR, and other departments to ensure accurate information.  Other duties will be assigned as needed.  Ideal candidate with have proven experience with Lawson, but not required.  Apply to hear more about this great opportunity!***Local Minneapolis area candidate will be considered based on previous experience***

Lead Financial Analyst

Details: Liberty Mutual Insurance “Helping people live safer, more secure lives” since 1912, Boston-based Liberty Mutual Insurance is a diversified global insurer and third largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. based on A.M. Best Company’s report of 2010 net written premium. Liberty Mutual also ranks 82nd on the Fortune 100 list of largest corporations in the U.S. based on 2010 revenue. As of December 31, 2010, Liberty Mutual had $112.4 billion in consolidated assets, $95.4 billion in consolidated liabilities, and $33.2 billion in annual consolidated revenue. Liberty Mutual Insurance offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, property, commercial automobile, general liability, global specialty, group disability, reinsurance and surety. Liberty Mutual Insurance (www.libertymutual.com) employs over 45,000 people in more than 900 offices throughout the world. Advance your career at Liberty Mutual Insurance - A Fortune 100 Company!    In this highly visible role, you will manage complex financial analysis and support the long term planning initiative for the Personal Markets SBU. Using a broad knowledge of financial practices and procedures, you will be expected to provide strategy recommendations to senior management, understand the operational drivers of premium, loss, and expenses, and work closely with other business units to better understand key growth initiatives and influences.  Responsibilities:As part of the long term planning project, enhance and update current long term planning model. Work with partners in Product Management, Distribution and Marketing to determine appropriate metrics and scenarios for long term plan. Support in developing presentations to Senior Management for reviewing the long term planning scenarios. Identify opportunities for efficiencies and improvements to processes, controls and technology systems related to actions being performed.

Accountant

Details: Escrow/Treasury Accountant   Job Summary: Excellent opportunity to join the escrow/treasury accounting team of PGPTitle (the Title Division of PulteGroup NYSE:PHM) as an Escrow/Treasury Accountant. The position will work directly with the Escrow /Treasury Accounting Manager and will have primary responsibility for monitoring escrow account activity, providing bank account support, and assisting with treasury functions and with regulatory filings. The ideal candidate will have five or more years of practical experience in a treasury or escrow accounting position. Responsibilities: • Responsible for the daily monitoring of Positive Pay for all bank accounts • Assists branches with resolving banking and escrow related matters • Performs research and provides documentation of bank activity as requested by branch offices, legal department and auditors • Assists the branches with wire support • Establishes and maintains escrow deposit investments at the customer’s request • Prepares monthly ad-hoc reports to assist in month-end close • Responsible for processing business loss requests made by the branches • Assists with internal and external audit requests • Perform bank reconciliations Qualifications: § Bank account reconciliation, treasury and banking experience § General knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures of escrow accounting. § Must have excellent math skills and MS Office proficiency § Good communication, time management, organizational and problem solving skills § Must be detail oriented and accurate § Ability to work independently as well as work within a team § Must be able to work overtime as the needs of the business require

Audit Manager - Technology

Details: Audit Manager - Technology Full TimePosition Location: 165 Madison, Memphis, TNThe primary purpose of the Audit Manager - Technology is to manage the day-to-day internal audit activities covering the company's enterprise technology.    Specific duties and responsibilities:~ Supervises subordinate staff including: hiring recommendations; determining workload and delegating assignments; training, monitoring and evaluating performance; and initiating corrective and disciplinary actions to include terminations. ~ Assists in the execution of certain audits procedures and functions as In-charge auditor for larger/more complex audit areas.~ Develop a comprehensive, risk based program of audit coverage for the assigned areas of responsibility, understanding risks and issues of assigned areas and assists in the development of the enterprise wide risk assessment; develops and maintains numerous client relationships and represents internal audit to external authorities, including regulators and external auditors.  ~ Provides management with reports that detail conclusions regarding risks and provide recommendations to counteract potential loss, improve processes, and avoid regulatory criticisms.  Additional functions of this job:~ developing aligned goals for self and assigned team members~ Providing coaching and mentoring to audit staff and administer an audit project performance evaluation and an annual overall performance & development plan~ Facilitating the development of risk based audit plan, programs and scope for review and approval by the Audit Director~ Ensuring assigned audits are conducted in accordance with budgeted hours, audit methodology and professional standards through detailed review and approval of audit workpapers~ Developing and maintaining audit client relationships and representing Internal Audit to external authorities, including regulators and external auditors~ Collaborating across other audit teams to ensure adequate coverage of financial, operation, compliance and technology risks~ Driving the development of audit reports that detail conclusions on the design and effectiveness of internal controls & provide an overall audit opinion and rating~ Conducting audit opening and closing meetings and other audit update meetings to communicate audit strategy, coverage, status, findings, and conclusions~ Assisting the Senior Audit Leadership Team in performing special projects and initiatives

Accountant - Tax

Details: This position will be responsible for compliance and research related to state and local tax. Must interact with business unit personnel to facilitate tax compliance and reporting and assist in the tax impact of business decisions. Responsibility will include tax research and the preparation of memos to document conclusions. Required to follow Turner policies and procedures. Reports to the Senior Tax Accountant.

Senior Cost Accountant

Details: Job Classification: Contract Stephen James Associates is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant for one of our major clients within the manufacturing industry. This is a full time, long term opportunity located in Plano, Texas. Responsibilities will include conducting the monthly cost accounting close, maintaining and updating standard costs, assist in developing annual expense budgets and identifying appropriate cost classification, providing detailed variance analysis, maintaining production yield performance metrics, analyzing inventory reserves and performing routine audits of manufacturing processes, among additional duties. Qualified candidates:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance6+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environmentRecent cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environmentExperience in a manufacturing environment working with SAPProficiency in SAPStrong verbal and written analytical/problem-solving and communication skillsI look forward to speaking with all interested and qualified candidates. Stephen James Associates specializes in the recruitment of staff through managerial level talent in the areas of accounting and finance.When working with Stephen James Associates, you can be assured that you are working with industry-focused recruiters who will take the time to understand your skills, goals and interests and present you with relevant job opportunities. By continuously engaging with top companies, we have developed a network of top accounting and finance hiring managers in each local market. Stephen James Associates is an Aerotek company. Aerotek® Inc. is a leading provider of technical, professional and industrial staffing services. Aerotek is an operating company of Allegis Group® Inc., the largest staffing company in the U.S. and the fourth largest worldwide. Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.Visit StephenJames.com today for specific information about its offerings.

Director of SEC and Regulatory Reporting

Details: Eaton Vance Corp. is one of the oldest investment management firms in the United States, with a history dating to 1924. Eaton Vance and its affiliates offer individuals and institutions a broad array of investment strategies and wealth management solutions. The Company’s long record of providing exemplary service and attractive returns through a variety of market conditions has made Eaton Vance the investment manager of choice for many of today’s most discerning investors.   Basic Purpose: The Director of SEC and Regulatory Reporting reports to the Vice President, Director of Financial Reporting and is responsible for overseeing and assisting in the preparation of all quarterly and annual regulatory filings for Eaton Vance and for all applicable subsidiaries.  Primary Responsibilities: Review/prepare quarterly/annual SEC reports for Eaton Vance including year-end annual report and any special filings as they occur (e.g. S-3).  Also includes review of internally prepared XBRL instance documents. Review/prepare quarterly earnings press release. Preparation of monthly cash flow statement for Eaton Vance Corp. Review/prepare annual and quarterly regulatory filings for domestic subsidiaries of Eaton Vance. Review/prepare quarterly and annual filings of foreign subsidiaries for filing with the FSA (London), Companies House (London), ACRA (Singapore) and MAS (Singapore) in local GAAP. Responsible for coordinating the interim and year-end audit work with the external auditors. Review of monthly stock compensation entries. Review of quarterly dilution and EPS calculations. Review of quarterly debt compliance calculations. Work with Director of Accounting Policy and Research to implement new accounting policies in a timely manner. Manage staff of 2-3 individuals. Job Requirements: CPA license required Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred, MBA preferred Highly developed analytical, interpersonal and management skills Excellent communication skills – verbal and written Well organized, detail oriented and self starter 7-10 years related experience required   By joining Eaton Vance, you’ll become part of a company that has one of the best employee retention rates in the financial services industry. We offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, and tremendous opportunities for growth and development. If you do not see a position that fits your career objectives, please return to this site in the future as our hiring needs will change. We look forward to your becoming a part of our continued success!

Audit Manager for AML/KYC

Details: Description JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) is one of the oldest financial institutions in the United States. With a history dating back over 200 years, here's where we stand today: •         We are a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.3 trillion. •         We operate in more than 60 countries. •         We have more than 240,000 employees. •         We serve millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients. •         We are a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small business and commercial banking, financial transaction processing, asset management and private equity. •         Our stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Audit Department & Team Description JPMC's Audit Department reports to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and is further accountable to the Chairman and CEO, senior management and regulatory agencies. Audit is an independent risk assessment function established within the organization to evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of management's system of internal control. The Corporate Sector Audit team provides audit coverage of key corporate functions including Finance, Compliance (including AML), Legal, Human Resources, Corporate Real Estate, and Global Security & Investigation.  The team also works closely with each Line of Business Audit team to ensure consistent coverage of these topics.Position Description This position will be accountable for the oversight of program of audit coverage for BSA, AML, and OFAC.   The AML Audit VP will be a key member of the team responsible for the execution of key centralized AML audits and for providing subject matter expertise and oversight for AML audits conducted in lines of business.  The position requires an extensive knowledge of BSA/AML in banking and background in controls compliance or audit best practices.   Using past experience as a bank examiner or audit/compliance professional, the candidate will be expected to:  plan, execute, and supervise BSA/AML and OFAC audits; direct global audit coverage of BSA/AML and OFAC audits; establish, implement, and monitor firm-wide risk assessment and testing programs for BSA/AML and OFAC; interact with bank examiners; and establish and maintain relationships with senior internal stakeholders;   The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to support the maintenance of the program, as well as, strategic direction and goals of the firm is critical.    ResponsibilitiesOversee the execution of AML Audits within the context of the firm's global independent testing mandate, including robust tracking of audits, audit components, and issues Develop a team focused on AML Risk Assessment , AML control audits, and independent validation of remediation activities Identify and implement best practices; drive change within the internal audit and the firm to strengthen to the control framework Partner with other groups within Audit to ensure the delivery of a seamless program of audit coverage across the firm Represent Audit on the firm's AML related committees and forums Follow-up with accountable business and compliance leaders and their teams to ensure control issues are effectively resolved Partner with the key AML stakeholders in Compliance Practices, QA and Testing teams to identify emerging issues and distill thematic or systemic control issues affecting the global organization. Develop and maintain relationships with the Global AML Management team Partner with Training team to identify and implement robust training on AML within Audit Partner with Model review teams on monitoring threshold testing strategies, and execution as necessary Stay up to date with evolving regulatory and market events impacting the firm's risk organization.  Establish and maintain a business climate and culture that encourages integrity, respect, excellence and innovation

Audit Manager - Central Technology

Details: JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) is one of the oldest financial institutions in the United States. With a history dating back over 200 years, here's where we stand today: We are a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.3 trillion. We operate in more than 60 countries. We have more than 240,000 employees. We serve millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients. We are a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small business and commercial banking, financial transaction processing, asset management and private equity. Our stock is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average.   The Central Technology group provides global audit coverage for multiple technology organizations within JP MorganChase that include Global Technology Infrastructure (GTI), Corporate Internet Group (CIG), and the Information Technology Risk and Security Management team (ITRSM).  GTI delivers a wide range of technology services for the firm globally and partners with all lines of business.  CIG is responsible for partnering with lines of business to deliver web-enabled services and strategy for the firm.  ITRSM purpose is to ensure the security and resiliency of the Firm's computing environment, protect customer and employee confidential information, and comply with regulatory requirements globally.   J.P. Morgan is a leader in asset management, investment banking, private banking, treasury and securities services, and commercial banking. Today, the firm serves one of the largest client franchises in the world, including corporations, institutional investors, hedge funds, governments and affluent individuals in more than 100 countries. If you're interested in working in an environment where leadership, excellence, integrity and diversity are among our core principles, then explore the opportunities at JPMorgan Chase.  Further information about careers at JPMorgan Chase can be found on our website: www.jpmorganchase.com  Department: The JP Morgan Chase Audit Department is accountable to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, the Office of the Chairman, senior management and the firm's regulators.  The global Audit Department has approximately 550 auditors.  As one of the key control functions in JP Morgan Chase & Co, the Audit Department is an independent assessment function established to evaluate, test, and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of management systems of internal controls.     Position Description: The Central Technology Team is looking for an individual who would like to work in a challenging and hands-on fast paced environment.  The position will partner with team members and auditors in other business areas to develop risk and control assessments through audit activities for leading services and technologies.  The candidate will bring experience with general technology processes as well as knowledge of the Information Security controls, including network security, administration and operations.  In this position, the candidate will develop risk assessment and relationship management skills, while executing in a changing technology environment.  Responsibilities:   Participate in all aspects of audit activities including risk assessments, planning, testing, evaluation, report creation, documentation, and determining effectiveness of risk mitigation plans.   Provide audit coverage of the key controls supporting the network and distributed technology infrastructure and processes.   Assist in the development and analysis of key metrics to identify trends in technology operations.   Partner with colleagues, clients and control community members to evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of controls in relation to the associated risk.  This may be achieved through specific audit reviews or direct participation in key technology projects.   Partner with other groups within the firm Corporate & Investment Bank, Consumer & Community Banking, etc.) to ensure the delivery of a seamless program of control and risk coverage.

Senior Accountant

Details: Job ID: 6389Position Description: We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to be responsible for timely and accurate month end closings and reporting, account reconciliations, accruals, financial analysis and financial support to business strategy VPs. This position will be responsible for tracking and controlling the RMS capital expenditures against annual budget/forecast.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:•Leads month-end closing activities to completion within established timelines.•Analyzes and compiles accurate and reliable financial information within established timelines.•Performs special financial analysis as needed.•Prepares account reconciliations as assigned.•Generates and implements processing changes to improve productivity and accuracy.•Performs month-end management reporting and assists with quarterly audit package compilation and analysis.•Reviews Capital Expenditure Requests for compliance with procedure. Ensures that all information and approvals required are obtained before submission to Corporate. Summarizes and reports capital spend against targets.Position Requirements:Education & Experience Requirements•Education equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting, demonstrating a good understanding of GAAP, month-end closing process, general ledger accounts, and financial statement formats. Attainment of CPA Designation a plus. •Three or more years of general accounting. Experience with account reconciliation and financial analysis a must.•Experience with Peachtree and Solomon is a plus.

AP Specialist

Details: Accounting Now has joined with a well-established and stable Healthcare company seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of high volume processing experience including vendor relations, reconciliations, and check disbursements. Responsibilities: Identify and obtain credits due from vendors and ensure proper coding, maintain paid and unpaid invoice files, assist in AP audit process, verify and reconcile vendor statements, and 3-way matching to ensure proper GL coding. Experience with Great Plains is required. Qualified candidates should send their resumes as soon as possible!

Inventory Control and Purchasing Manager

Details: Minimum of four years purchasing / inventory control experience with at least two years of that experience in direct sourcing and buying of materials Job Duties: Purchasing production and MRO materials to meet the site’s requirements and customer need dates. Position is responsible for meeting the inventory turnover goals for the site and maintaining accurate inventory levels.  Specific duties include the following: Purchase production materials as required to execute production schedules and meet customer requirements.  Source materials as required to execute an order at the lowest price that meets the customer’s specifications.  Participate in daily scheduling meetings providing updates on material status on all open customer orders.  Insure proper receipt and issuing of material inventory such that inventory accuracy is maintained.  Maintain an on-going cycle count program  Train employees on the proper techniques for inventory management and cycle counting  Insure defective materials are returned in a timely manner to suppliers after a RMA has been secured from the vendor  Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.  Check-in and inventory control of pool trucks

Finance & HR Administrator

Details: As a well established Financial Agency and Insurance Agency in Chapin, we are seeking a self motivated, well organized individual to manage the Financial and H/R division of our business operations. Three years accounting experience required. Quickbooks experience needed. This Full Time Position is available immediately.Job duties to include:BankingReview bank activity daily on-line posting EFT receiptsMaintain bank account/balance through AMS360 management systemReconcile monthly Accounts PayableMaintain & pay Vendor invoices through a paperless environment Accounts ReceivableOversee Rental RevenueMonitor Customer ReceivablesRecord and maintain insurance policy billingAudit and record policy premiums from Direct Bill Carrier Statements Financial ReportsPrepare monthly Financial Reports through AMS360 management system H/R - PayrollMaintain employee personnel fileDeliver employee reviews/evaluations as neededConduct employee interviews and prepare job descriptions/contractsProduce bi-monthly payroll prepared through QuickbooksSubmit monthly payroll taxesRecord monthly payroll compensation in AMS360 management systemProduce Quarterly Payroll Tax Returns through QuickbooksProduce Year End Returns and W-2s Payroll ServicesOffer and maintain a book of business of Payroll/Bookkeeping CustomersProvide weekly/bi-weekly payroll servicesProvide Quarterly Payroll servicesSubmit monthly payroll taxes on Customer’s behalfProduce Quarterly/Annual Tax Returns and W-2sProvide monthly bookkeeping services and produce supporting monthly reports Technology & Office AdministrationMaintain AMS360 Management SystemOversee operation of all office equipmentOrder Office SuppliesWork with IT specialist to insure all office operations are running smoothly and efficiently

AP/AR Clerk

Details: Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering and sorting documents and related information. Pays invoices by verifying transaction information; scheduling and preparing disbursements; obtaining authorization of payment. Obtains revenue by verifying transaction information; computing charges and refunds; preparing and mailing invoices; identifying delinquent accounts and insufficient payments. Collects revenue by reminding delinquent accounts; notifying customers of insufficient payments. Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends. Maintains accounting ledgers by posting account transactions. Verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions. Resolves account discrepancies by investigating documentation; issuing stop payments, payments, or adjustments. Maintains financial security by following internal accounting controls. Secures financial information by completing data base backups. Maintains financial historical records by filing accounting documents. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Skills/Qualifications: Administrative Writing Skills, Organization, Data Entry Skills, General Math Skills, Financial Software, Analyzing Information , Attention to Detail, Thoroughness, Reporting Research Results, Verbal Communication

Staff Accountant

Details: The Controller of a growing accounting firm is looking for a Staff Accountant to join the accounting team.  The Staff Accountant will have a variety of tasks and your responsibilities will consist of the following: General Ledger Month-end Close Sub Ledger to Ledger Reconciliations Account Reconciliations Sales Tax Audit Process Bank Reconciliation Weekly PayrollThe Staff Accountant is a Direct Hire position with full benefits!

Junior Property Accountant

Details: Excellent opportunity for a Junior Property Accountant in the Middlesex area.  Candidate must have 1-3 years of experience and have worked in a Property Management Company - day to day accounting functions- ar, ap, bank reconciliations, general ledger- MRI experience is a PLUS!- MUST HAVE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE!  T-Perm opportunity for the right candidate (45-50k) Please email with a copy of your most updated resume.

Accounting Clerk

Details: Downtown Law Firm seeks experienced Accounting ProfessionalSUMMARY:   This person should possess a willingness to learn in a high paced environment and collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure continued excellence in their support. A minimum of two years law firm accounting experience and proficiency in Juris, Elite or Rippy Kingston is required. The ideal candidate will possess;  The ability to create and revise Excel spreadsheets; experience with Outlook, QuickBooks and PowerPoint is beneficial. Interpersonal skills essential to communicate effectively with a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff and to provide information with courtesy and tact. Excellent typing, grammar, proofreading and spelling skills.  Must possess excellent organizational and problem-solving skills and have a willingness to learn. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Performs primary accounting functions for the firm; including Daily Accounts Payables and Trust when applicable;Prepare Monthly Billing/Invoices and Checks as needed;Complete Monthly Bank Reconciliation & General/Trust Account Reporting and Post GL Entries and Run GL Detail;Preparing and maintaining client bills and files through the entire billing process including communication with the client as applicable;Prepare Budget Spreadsheets;Need for flexibility that could include the occasional evening and/or week-end;Supporting other staff with overflow work as needed We offer salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package. Please submit resume and salary requirements. Only those applicants with law firm accounting experience will be given consideration.

AP Data Entry Clerk

Details: Accounting Now has joined with a well-established and stable Healthcare company seeking a stellar Accounts Payable Data Entry Clerk. This person must have exceptional 10-key scores, both speed and accuracy. Experience keying invoices in a high volume, production minded environment is virtually required. Perhaps the most important skill is having a true attention to detail - without it, this person is being setup for certain failure. Experience with Great Plains is not required but would be a huge plus. Interested candidates should send their resumes as soon as possible.