Responsibilities:
Manage critical aspects of the month-end close process.
Assist the financial management team in analyzing the company's financial reports at the corporate, regional and branch level.
Manage certain aspects of intercompany reporting requirements.
Participate in mergers and acquisitions activities, including due diligence reviews and integration.
Assist the financial management team in the integration of newly acquired companies and start-up branches.
Review and approve other routine account reconciliations.
Limited travel required.

Candidate Profile
Manager or Senior currently in public accounting, experience in distribution preferred.
Outstanding computer skills, including PowerPoint, Excel and Word.

For immediate consideration, send resume in Word format to:  mike.bevolo@abacusrecruiting.com - No phone calls please

ACCOUNTING MANAGER (Not for Profit)
St. Louis, MO. - Local Candidates Only Please

An outstanding company in St. Louis County is in search of a professional to assist within their fast paced accounting department. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a temp to perm basis with a very dynamic company that allows you to get your hands into the business and run it like it was your own.

This company continues to experience a remarkable pattern of growth. This will translate into your career path as they want team members to grow into new opportunities in the future. If you have a solid accounting background and are looking for that solid opportunity, this is it!!

This individual will be given the opportunity to advance professionally. The ideal person will possess 5 to 7 years of experience in not for profit industry.This organization is looking for someone who is dedicated to the overall success of the company, their team as well as their career.

This professional will be a vital part of the finance team.

Requirements:

·5 to 7 years of accounting experience

·Must have not for profit experience
SAGE Fund Accounting software is a must
CPA or MBA is Plus!

·Degree in Accounting/Finance a Must

·Strong customer service skills

Position responsibilities include:

·Management of general ledger and journal entries

·Month end close

·Account reconciliations and analysis

·Financial statement compilation

We seek quality accounting professionals who have what it takes to succeed.

This corporation offers excellent benefits. Please respond quickly.

This company will make a decision the week of February 15.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume in Word format, as an attachment, to tamara@abacusrecruiting.com

One of St. Louis' most respected companies seeks an accounting professional with an expertise in the health care industry. This professional will have experience working with hospitals on billings and reimbursements. You will be mentored by executives who will use your experience to advise health care clients. This is an opportunity to grow as a consultant and trusted advisor to many health care organizations in St. Louis. We seek a professional with exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written along with the motivation to learn a consultative auditing approach.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• CPA Preferred
• 5-7+ years of general accounting experience
• Experience in the health care industry (hospitals preferred)
• Seasoned experience working in healthcare billing and reimbursements
• Professional presentation with polished communication skills

Responsibilities include:

Achieves accounting operational objectives by contributing accounting information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change.

*Works closely with hospitals' billings and reimbursements. Meets accounting financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.

* Confirms financial status by monitoring revenue and expenses; coordinating the collection, consolidation, and evaluation of financial data; preparing special reports.

* Maintains accounting controls by establishing a chart of accounts; defining accounting policies and procedures.

* Guides other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy; applying observations and recommendations to operational issues.

* Maintains financial security by establishing internal controls.

* Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.

* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

* Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed

We seek exceptional professionals who have the drive and motivation to succeed. Please respond quickly.

For immediate consideration send your resume in Word format to: careers@abacusrecruiting.com

Primary Responsibilities:
· Supervise accounts payable staff, including performance evaluation, training, mentoring and assignment of work flow
· Maintain current policies and procedures and administer changes where needed
· Resolve daily problems and issues concerning the department
· Respond to inquiries from vendors and internal customers while providing Extra Step customer service standards
· Negotiate optimal vendor terms that are in the best interest of the company
· Create and maintain an environment that supports creative and innovative ways for employees to perform tasks or analyze present tasks
· Oversee and improve all electronic payments processes
· Manage the 1099 process
· Ensure clear, consistent communication with Controller by relaying key issues and resolutions on a regular basis in an organized manner

Required Qualifications:
· Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field, plus a minimum of seven years accounts payable experience with at least three of those in a supervisory capacity
· Expert user of PeopleSoft AP 8.5 or higher module
· Expert user of Excel and other Microsoft programs
· In-depth knowledge of AP best practices and internal controls
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Effective management style with the ability to mentor and resolve conflict appropriately
· Ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines with strong time-management and follow-through skills with an emphasis on attention to details
· Ability to work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and departments
· Sense of urgency and solid judgment in addition to strong decision making skills
· High level of enthusiasm and integrity
· Ability to practice a high level of confidentiality

For immediate consideration, send your resume in Word Format to:
mike.bevolo@abacusrecruiting.com - No phone calls please

* 12+ years experience as a Controller or CFO
* Strong communication skills
* Solid financial reporting background
* Wholesale manufacturing/distribution experience is preferred

For immediate consideration send your resume in Word format to:  careers@abacusrecruiting.com

Create, coordinate and evaluate financial programs and supporting information systems of the company to include:
Budgeting
P&L Statements
Tax Planning
Conservation of Assets

· Coordinate changes and improvements in financial and management information systems for the company.
· Coordinate the preparation of financial statements, financial reports and information reports.
· Analyze financial statements to pinpoint potential weak areas. Analyze cash flow, cost controls and expenses to assist management.
· Interact with managers to provide support to planning, through financial information analysis reports and recommendations. Pinpoint areas that need to be reorganized, improved or eliminated.
· Direct operations supporting accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting. Meet regularly with department heads to provide direction and organize information flow.
· Oversee the processing of revenue, expenditures, department budgets, account maintenance and date entry.
· Develop and implement finance, accounting, billing and auditing procedures.
· Ensure compliance with local, state and federal reporting requirements.
· Ensure records systems are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards.
· Assist in obtaining the necessary insurance benefit packages and licenses required by the business.
· Responsible for year-end financial compilation in house and to auditors.
· Manage payroll contract and administration.
· Oversee Human Resource administration.
· Manage and maintain technology resources to include the web site and maintenance.
· Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate department staff.
· Oversee Safety Director and Safety Department.
· Oversee and manage Credit Department.
· Advise Management team & Owners in the following areas:
Legal Issues
Tax planning
Potential areas of risk or loss.

ABILITIES OR QUALIFICATIONS OUR CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE:
· TEAM PLAYER
· GREAT COMMUNICATION SKILLS
· PRIVATE/FAMILY BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
· AFFECTIVE SUPERVISORY SKILLS
· HORSE SENSE (NOT NECESSARILY MBA)
· DOT AND TRANSPORTATION EXPERIENCE HELPFUL
· ABILITY TO EVALUATE AND MANAGE RISK
· COST ANALYSIS SKILLS
· DISTRIBUTION INDUSTRY BACKGROUND HELPFUL
· ABLE TO MAINTAIN AND DEVELOP EMPLOYEE INCENTIVE PROGRAMS
· EXCELLENT SPREAD SHEET AND COMPUTER SKILLS
· MERGER/ACQUISITION EXPERIENCE HELPFUL
· CPA NOT A REQUIREMENT BUT HELPFUL

For immediate consideration, send resume in Word format to:  eric.hahn@abacusrecruiting.com

The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for assigning and managing the work of the finance team to ensure department goals and objectives are met through a mixture of hands-on completion, guidance and delegation of activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
*  Creation of financial reports, including the preparation of monthly financial statements.
*  Analyze the financial statements and other operational data to identify areas for  
   improvement.
*  Supervising the accounting, payroll and supplier accounting functions.  This would 
   entail approval of staff work product and personnel development including hiring, 
   development/advancement and counseling.
*  Ensures open communication regarding departmental issues and status of projects.
*  Coordinates the year-end financial audit fieldwork for all facilities.
*  Management of related entities, LLC’s, to include financial statements, tax returns 
   and daily transactions.
*  Ensure compliance with federal, state and local tax requirements.
*  Prepares book-to-tax reconciliations and required schedules to assist third-party tax
   preparers.
*  Assist personnel in preparation of budgeting and forecasting activities as needed.
*  Assure protection and preservation of Company assets through creation of effective
   internal controls, monitoring compliance with controls and reporting periodically to the
   CEO.  
*  Responsible for organization and recordkeeping of financial information.
*  Oversee the credit and collection functions 
*  Responsible for PP&E compliance including the coordination of leases and personal
   property and real estate tax assessments, sales and use taxes and related filings.
*  Responsible for maintaining the accounting procedures of the company.
*  Responsible for the review and approval of coding of general ledger and accounts
   payable transactions. 
* Support operations and sales departments (proactively when possible) by supplying
  financial analysis as needed.
* May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Education and Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
· 4 years accounting with heavy experience in auditing and/or compilations a plus
· CPA certification or equivalent work experience a plus
· Previous supervisory experience required.

Qualified candidates may submit resumes in Word format to: careers@abacusrecruiting.com

Non-profit real estate development & management company seeks a financial manager.

Duties include:
Reporting to the Board and investors
Budgeting, audit prep, oversight of all accounting tasks.

BA in accounting
5+ years of experience
Property management and/or real estate background a plus

For immediate consideration, send resume in Word format to:
eric@abacusrecruiting.com

LOOKING FOR AN IMPACT ROLE WHERE YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Our client, a local equipment and supply Company, has an immediate opening for the first Controller in the Company's history!! This position will report directly to the President, and have a critical impact on the financial reporting for the 3 Companies that make up this organization.

Responsibilities:

Manage the month-end close and all financial reporting

Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff

Meets accounting financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
Confirms financial status by monitoring revenue and expenses; coordinating the collection, consolidation, and evaluation of financial data; preparing special reports.
Maintains accounting controls by establishing a chart of accounts; defining accounting policies and procedures.
Guides other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy; applying observations and recommendations to operational issues.
Maintains financial security by establishing internal controls.

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree - Accounting, Finance or related field.

CPA (preferred)

7-10 years of Accounting experience

Construction accounting experience is a BIG +.

Prior staff supervision

Prior hands on experience with Microsoft Word and Excel (Intermediate proficiency at a minimum)

MAS200 software experience (preferred)

Ability to work independently

Exceptional interpersonal skills

For immediate consideration, send resume in Word format to:  mike.bevolo@abacusrecruiting.com    

One of St. Louis' most reputable and recognized professional services organizations seeks a senior executive to lead its communications and marketing group. Our client is well known for its exceptional quality and service and expects the same from their employees. This position will report directly to the President, is part of the executive management team, and will be responsible for managing a team that will assist in the company's success.

The Director of Communications is responsible for overseeing all business relationships, public relations, and company-wide communication. This professional will be providing direction to the leadership group on enhancing their reputation and expanding their vision for the organization.

This client offers a very team oriented atmosphere that's second to none! The compensation package is exceptional with a solid benefit plan and profit sharing opportunities. Work/life balance is held in high regard and there is no limit to growth. This is the opportunity that you've been waiting for!!

As a trusted and valued partner, this role is specifically responsible for:

·Development and management of all communications and client relations for the company

• Oversee production and distribution of all internal/external publications
• Manage all vendor relationships and contract negotiations
• Establish and maintain all relationships with local media and their public relations agency
• Oversee coordination of all company sponsored activities
• Develop team members to help support this group and position
• Oversee and develop all web-based information for the company

Requirements for this position include:

·Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

• 7 to 10+ years of progressive experience in this field
• Experience in the professional services industry
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
• Superior supervisory and leadership skills
• Outgoing personality

Please respond quickly as this company is making a decision by Nov. 23, 2009. Send your resume in Word format, as an attachment to paul.iadevito@abacusrecruiting.com

Manages the company's inventory control activities to ensure the efficient and economical utilization of facilities for storing and distributing raw materials and finished products.

Responsibilities:

· Manages the company's inventory control activities to ensure the efficient and economical utilization of facilities for storing and distributing raw materials and finished products.

· Manages the receipt and storage of products, materials, equipment, parts, accessories, and supplies.

· Monitors inspection of incoming items against orders for accuracy, completeness, and defects.

· Arranges for the return and replacement of defective items.

· Manages periodic and special inventories; accounts for inventory variances.

· Develops and implements improvements in policies and procedures to promote efficiency, faster service, and lower costs.

· Plans and coordinates the transfer of products, materials, equipment, parts, accessories, and/or supplies between/among warehouses.

· Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and controlling.

· Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company.

· May also have supervisory responsibility involving staffing, conducting performance appraisals, training and developing subordinates, promotions, salary increases, terminations, disciplinary actions, etc

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· 7 -10 years experience

· Associates Degree

For immediate consideration, send resume in Word format to: mike.bevolo@abacusrecruiting.com

No phone calls please

About the Job

A leading financial services organization has one coveted opening for a seasoned investment professional. This national organization offers a full spectrum of investment services, including an active trader program, long term investment solutions and online trading tools and services.

This thriving organization differentiates itself by providing active, warm leads to dynamic investment professionals along with various bonus opportunities that are easily calculated and understood. Company clients welcome your call and rely on the investment professionals expertise in directing their investment solutions. This position is set apart from most investment positions in that everyone works in a team effort, extensive training and coaching is provided on an on-going basis and a base salary, bonus and realistic goals are set to help you get started. If you are driven by earning a 6 figure income, this is the place to make it happen!

This organization is extremely selective and is looking for a top sales producer that has grown tired of creating their own leads and enduring unhealthy competition in the office.

Requirements Include:

·Bachelor's Degree

·Series 7 and 63 or 66

·2-5+ years of experience working in financial services

·Comprehensive industry and investment knowledge

·Excellent client service skills which include presenting complex investment information that is easily understood

·Enjoys customer service and sales

·Driven to meet or exceed sales goals and enjoys the financial comfort that it brings

·Great phone and face to face rapport that puts clients at ease

Responsibilities Include:

· Making proactive, business development calls from provided leads

· Presentation of solutions to clients and prospects through face to face meetings

· Tracking activities through a client relationship management systems

· Enhancing your sales skills through consistent coaching

· Responding to leads generated through business development efforts

ABACUS Recruiting specializes in financial recruiting. We seek the top 10% of candidates for our premier client base. Please visit our website at www.abacusrecruiting.com

Please respond quickly. This company will make a decision the week of March 1st.

US-MO-St. Louis - Local candidates only

DO NOT LET THIS OPPORTUNITY PASS YOU BY!

An outstanding St. Louis based accounting and financial advisory firm is in need of a seasoned financial advisory professional to join their growing organization. This individual will be responsible for all aspects of his or her business and those advisors reporting to them. This includes overall strategy. The goal is to increase sales and profitability, drive customer acquisition / retention, and enhance the company’s positioning.

The ideal individual will:

·Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of different investment vehicles and products.

·Demonstrate ability to develop sophisticated spreadsheets.

·Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of financial concepts.

·Demonstrate a working knowledge of basic individual and corporate taxation.

·Demonstrate a working knowledge of statistics.

·Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of basic economics.

·Demonstrate a working knowledge of accounting.

It is a plus if the individual can:

·Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the primary securities laws, rules and regulations.

·Demonstrate thorough knowledge of financial analysis.

·Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the securities market place.

·Demonstrate a working knowledge of retirement plans.

·Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the duties of an investment advisor.

·Demonstrate the ability to educate clients about investments and investing and gain their confidence.

·Demonstrate the ability to develop an investment policy statement.

·Demonstrate the ability to build a cash flow/ asset growth model for a client.

·Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of modern portfolio theory.

·Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of risk management tools and their use.

·Demonstrate the ability to interview clients to learn about their risk tolerance, goals, needs, financial situation, time horizon, and tax sensitivity.

·Demonstrate the ability to evaluate strategic partners/platforms and to pick the best ones.

·Demonstrate the ability to build a portfolio to fit a client’s goals and objectives..

·Demonstrate the ability to discuss a recommendation with a client and gain their confidence.

The company’s ideal candidates will possess the drive to be successful, an outgoing personality, and excellent presentation skills. This is a position within a thriving organization, so individuals applying must have the desire to make an immediate impact. This company boasts a strong presence in the marketplace and has maintained profitability even through the “tough times”. This professional will play a major role within the organization!

For immediate consideration send your resume in Word format to: eric.hahn@abacusrecruiting.com

The Managing Supervisor Market Risk Management serves a key role with the organization's review of risk management policy compliance, hedge strategy analysis and daily reporting for the commodities portfolio. The Managing Supervisor Market Risk Management provides the support necessary for the Risk Management Specialist and Senior RM Specialist to complete their analysis.

Key Responsibilities*

" Leadership role for 5-7 Market Risk Management team members

" Guides the day-to-day work of the Market Risk Management team.

" Provides guidance to Company Senior Mgmt via the Risk Management Steering Committee on Market Risk topics.

" Works with other strategic areas in support of rate cases

" Provides support for those working directly with data queries and data gathering for Risk Management Analysis.

" Structure, analyze, and value derivatives products (options, futures, swaps) to assist accounting, credit, and the front office hedging strategies.Serves as a subject matter expert to the corporate level Risk Management team.

" Assists with queries from the business lines regarding usage of daily reports, etc.

" Stays current on the volumetric positions vs. Policy limits for compliance. Keeps management informed of all compliance or report issues.

" Coordinate policy implementation between affected groups such as Front Office, Back office, Legal, IT, etc.

" Ensure the Front and Back Office groups are trained on RM policies.

Working Conditions

The Managing Supervisor Risk Management works a standard day-shift in an office environment.

Key Relationships (Excluding Direct Reporting Relationships)

" Back Office " Industry peers

" Company Business Line/Function Staff

Education

" Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required.

" An advanced degree or certification required.

Experience

" 5+ years previous risk management experience (particularly energy risk management)

Technical Skills

" Proficiency with MS Office Suite required.

" Ability to combine multiple data sets used for further analysis required.

Performance Skills

" Problem Solving & Analysis

" Strong Communication Skills " Technical/Functional Expertise

" Decisive and Solutions Oriented

 

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

·Develop and implement global regulatory strategies

·Prepare regulatory documents and submissions to comply with applicable laws, regulations and corporate standards

·Provide regulatory support for various departments, projects, and teams

·Identify and assess regulatory risks associated with product development

·Report adverse events in compliance with regulatory requirements and company procedures

·Design and develop training programs for the regulatory affairs department and provide corporate training on regulatory affairs

·Interact with a wide variety of outside contacts, including auditors, consultants, corporate partners and regulatory agency personnel and multiple departments at all levels

·Attend trade shows, courses, etc. as needed.

·Assist in development of marketing promotional materials by providing regulatory, risk and clinical information

·Review and approve product labeling to ensure regulatory compliance

·Develop and maintain departmental processes, policies, SOPs and associated documents related to regulatory issues

·Additional responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Skills & Knowledge Requirements:

·Minimum of Bachelors Degree in a scientific discipline

·Experience and knowledge in the preparation and managing of major regulatory submissions, including 510(k)s

·Effective verbal and written communication in individual and group settings

·Other Note: Available to travel (expected travel: 1-2 international visits per year)

For immediate consideration send your resume in Word format to;
eric.hahn@abacusrecruiting.com    

LOOKING FOR A JOB A BIT "TAX"ING??? HOPEFULLY, NOT MUCH LONGER!!

Our Firm is currently accepting resumes for tax professionals who are interested in either Temporary or Direct Hire positions for both Public Accounting and Private Industry. The positions are with organizations ranging from Fortune 500 organizations to large CPA Firms.

Opportunities exist for Seniors as well as Management level professionals!

The following qualifications are what we are looking for:

Bachelors Degree - Accounting, Finance or Business related

CPA

2-6+ years hands on experience in Tax (compliance, research, analysis etc.)

Federal and State specialties

FAS109 and FIN48 experience

Engagement Management experience

If you are currently conducting a search and are interested in learning more about the opportunities we have available, please forward resume and references to eric.hahn@abacusrecruiting.com

The Vice President, Corporate Project Risk Management is a newly created position responsible for providing corporate oversight of major projects to ensure that those projects are achieving their operational, financial and strategic objectives consistent with the company's risk parameters, policies and procedures. This position reports to the Senior Vice President, Corporate Planning & Business Risk Management and will have two or more leadership-level direct reports.

Key responsibilities of the Vice President, Corporate Project Risk Management include:

" Oversee all large-scale project risk management activities for the Company.

" Monitor key issues and risks, as well as related mitigation efforts, associated with major projects.

" Working with the project management teams, report on major project activities, costs, risks and compliance with key company policies and procedures to the Major Project Oversight Committee on a timely basis.

" Participate in corporate resources allocation reviews and analyses.

" Develop and/or update company policies and procedures associated with major projects.

" Monitor the procurement activities associated with major projects.

" Perform post-project reviews on certain major project to ensure that original operational, financial and strategic objectives of that project were met.

" Prepare materials for and/or interact with specific committees of the Board of Directors as needed.

Position Requirements:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required. Specialization in a business-related field is preferred. A MBA or other relevant advanced degree is also preferred. Ten or more years of relevant experience (e.g., risk management, corporate compliance, project management, audit, etc) is required. Three years of experience must be specific to large-scale project management. The successful candidate must have experience at a leadership level.

Additionally, the successful candidate must have the ability to see the big picture while managing details; the ability to communicate effectively and influence behavior; the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with senior-level leaders; excellent judgment and problem solving skills; and the ability to achieve results in an effective manner.

This position is located downtown St. Louis. Some regional travel will be expected.