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Job Title: Senior Sales Tax Accountant Company: Schurman Fine Papers Location: Fairfield, CA Description: Schurman Retail Group, founded in 1950, is the nation's fastest growing premier stationery and social expression retailer. We offer a diverse and exciting array of products including Greeting Cards, Gift-Wrap, Gift Bags, Stationery, Note Cards, Journals and unique gift products. Schurman Retail Group currently operates approximately 450 PAPYRUS and Carlton Cards retail stores in the US and Canada. Our Mission is "to establish PAPYRUS/Carlton Cards retail stores as the undisputed Brand of choice for personal expression products of exceptional quality, diversity and taste" is our everyday focus. Currently we are seeking to hire a Senior Sales Tax Accountant in our corporate office located in Fairfield, CA. This person would be responsible for managing the tax reporting, tax planning, compliance function and overseeing the completion of accurate tax returns in order to minimize the tax obligations of an organization. Major Responsibilities: Preparation and filing of sales tax returns for all states in the U.S. and Provinces in Canada. Must be familiar with regulations at the federal, state and local level. Reconciling sales tax liability per general ledger to the sales tax returns Preparation of property tax returns for all states in the U.S. and Provinces in Canada Preparation and filing of business licenses Preparation of other state and regulatory filings Monthly GL closing Qualifications: 4+ years sales and property tax experience in Canada and the United States BS in Finance or Accounting PC Skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, Vertex experience preferred We offer a very competitive salary and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off program and team member discount at all PAPYRUS/Carlton Cards retail stores. Please send your resume to Register to View or apply here online

Job Title: Finance Manager Company: Harris Connect, LLC Location: Chesapeake, VA Description: Harris Connect, the nations leader in providing Affinity-based organizations with the products, services, and fundraising expertise they need to grow, recently celebrated its 46th year in the business. Our recent acquisition of one of the top fund-raising organizations in the country coupled with our own growth has created the need for a Finance Manager to join our Finance Division. This position will be located at our corporate headquarters in Chesapeake, Virginia. The successful candidate will have an appropriate undergraduate degree (with an M.B.A. preferred), be a CPA, and have at least 5 years of related experience. This position requires advanced financial modeling skills, ability to integrate models with our general ledger system, and software proficiency in various databases. Experience with Oracle and SQL strongly preferred, as is successful experience in performing extensive quantitative analysis for operational and financial issues. Position reports to the Controller- Business Operations and works closely with the CFO. Harris Connect offers an excellent compensation package for this position including immediate coverage in our health insurance and 401(k) plan. Interested candidates should email their resume and salary requirements to: Register to View We will contact qualified candidates within two weeks of receipt of your information. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Financial Manager, Brookings Company: Brookings Location: Washington, DC Description: For Complete Job Description and To Apply: http://www.brookings.edu/about/employment/ES10093.aspx The Brookings Institution is a private nonprofit organization devoted to independent research and innovative policy solutions. Established in 1916, Brookings analyzes current and emerging issues and produces new ideas that matter - for the nation and the world. The Brookings Institution seeks to fill the position of Financial Manager, ES. Basic Function: Manages a portfolio of projects including the Tax Policy Center, Retirement Security Project, Moving to Opportunity, Policy Evaluation Project, Okun-Model Fellowship, and various other projects with regard to budget forecasting, proposal preparation, grant and research contract administration. Works closely with project staff and Assistant Director for Budget (ADB). Education/Experience Requirements: MA or BA/BS with 4 years of experience in administrative, budgetary, and grant management required. A background in a research or academic setting is strongly preferred. Knowledge Requirements: Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and budgeting experience required; knowledge of PeopleSoft strongly preferred. Must have excellent organizational skills and initiative to independently manage logistics of projects; excellent writing and research skills; discretion and mature judgment; flexibility. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 25% Proposal Preparation: - Develops proposal budgets and funding reports to assist fundraising efforts. - Coordinates the preparation and review of project proposals. - Coordinates Federal proposals with ES Assistant Director for Budget and Federal Grant and Contract Specialist. 25% Project Management: - Manages grants for a portfolio of projects; alerts senior project staff and ADB of any potential funding problems. - Coordinates preparation of narrative and financial reports to funders. - Develops, implements and monitors contractual agreements including subcontracts. - Serves as principal liaison for these projects with other research programs, Development, and Finance. 50% Budget Management: - Manages the budgets for projects assigned to portfolio in coordination with the senior project staff and DBA. - Forecasts obligations, expenditures, revenues. - Oversees revenue distribution and compliance to grant terms. - Coordinates and approves financial reports produced by Finance department. - Authorizes and monitors project expenditures and purchases. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. No phone calls please. Brookings welcomes resumes from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities.

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer Company: Lincoln Child Center Location: Oakland, CA Description: Lincoln Child Center enables vulnerable and emotionally troubled children and their families to lead independent and fulfilling lives.We believe that all vulnerable and emotionally troubled children need and deserve the opportunity to receive supports and services that will help them to be successful at home, in school and in their community. JOB SUMMARY- Responsible for overall management functions. Controls performance related to the fiscal and physical health of the agency. Plans, organizes, directs and controls the financial activities of the agency; coordinates resource planning; ensures efficient use of financial resources; oversees that policies and actions taken by the agency are not in conflict with board guidelines; Recommends policies and actions to be considered by key managers; ensures compliance with legal requirements; Establishes directly or indirectly through management, term and long-term strategic financial planning; directs the organization's relationship with lending institutions, contracting agencies, and the financial community. Directs, administers, and coordinates the activities of the organization in support of policies, goals, and objectives established by the CEO and the Board of Directors. On behalf of the CEO, functions as the staff liaison to the Board and the Executive, Finance, and Facility and Technology Committees of the Board of Directors. Our ideal CFO will have excellent financial acumen of county-based service programs and fees associated, experience with Medi-Cal billing, and experience with developing a budget for a 14 million dollar non-profit organization. Must demonstrate interpersonal skills to work in a highly intense environment that supports severely emotionally disturbed children. MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Masters Degree in Business Administration or related field with at least 5 years experience in senior management positions (or) a Baccalaureate in Business Administration with 10 years executive management experience. Proven capability to motivate and coordinate a team to achieve stretch goals and challenging objectives. Experience in strategic and long range operational planning. Experience managing diverse geographical operations desirable. QUALIFICATIONS: Strong working knowledge of accounting systems, financial analysis and planning. Ability to build interpersonal trust demonstrates a capacity to build and sustain open and transparent relationships in a collaborative team setting. A level of interpersonal confidence and cross-cultural sensitivity which engenders trust and respect in others. Experience in coaching and counseling other professionals in program and management issues. Capability to think and plan strategically and to facilitate and model strategic thinking and planning. Working knowledge of child and family services, behavioral health care trends, and non-profit sector operations. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Able to set priorities and manage multiple projects. Able to train, supervise, motivate and delegate to staff and volunteers. Excellent communication skills including writing, editing and public speaking. Excellent analytical skills. Strong computer skills. Detail oriented with excellent follow-up. Ability to work flexible hours as needed. OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES: Requires basic background check and one-stage TB test. May be called upon to drive on business. Must have acceptable motor vehicle registration and appropriate insurance coverage. Must maintain standards of confidentiality and a strong commitment to ethical practice Must demonstrate safe work practices and exhibits understanding of emergency response techniques appropriate to position. Must focus on understanding and meeting customer needs. Must maintain positive work relationships in a respectful and collaborative manner. Must maintain good communication with others ensuring others have necessary information. Must actively work toward organizational improvement and professional growth. CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, non-union, exempt, benefited. COMPENSATION: Commensurate with background and experience. BENEFITS: Competitive benefits package available. Lincoln Child Center values a diverse workforce, we are an EOE. Contact information: E-mail address: Register to View Fax: Register to View PLEASE SPECIFY THAT YOU ARE APPLYING FOR CFO AND PLEASE SUBMIT SALARY REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION. NO PHONE CALLS OR DROP-INS! THANKS. For more information, visit our website: www.lincolncc.org LCC is an EOE M/F/D/V

Job Title: Financial Professional - Sales Company: AXA Group Location: chicago, IL Description: The AXA Group is listed in the Top 10 of Fortune's 2009 "Global Most Admired Companies" by Industry The AXA Group is the largest financial services company in the world. The AXA Group is ranked the world's 15th largest company on Fortune Magazine's Global 500 list. As a subsidiary of AXA Financial and a member of the AXA Global Group, one of the world's most admired financial services companies with over $1.8 trillion in assets under management as of June 30, 2008, AXA Advisors is positioned to offer highly motivated, achievement-driven individuals an opportunity to grow a thriving business with the support and strength of two powerful organizations Global Most Admired by Industry: Securities (by revenue) Fortune magazine, March 16, 2009. FORTUNE 2008 Global 500 by Industry: Insurance - Life, Health, (by revenue) Fortune magazine, July 21,2008. FORTUNE 2008 Global 500, (by revenue) Fortune magazine, July 21, 2008. Job Description: Analyzing financial information obtained from clients to determine strategies for helping clients meet their financial objectives. Answering clients' questions about the purposes and details of financial products, services and strategies. Building and maintaining client bases, keeping current client plans up-to-date and acquiring new clients on an ongoing basis. Contacting clients periodically to determine if there have been changes in their financial status. Explaining and documenting for clients the types of services that are to be provided, and the responsibilities to be taken by the personal financial professional. Guiding clients in the gathering of information such as bank account records, income tax returns, life and disability insurance records, pension plan information, and wills. Implementing financial planning recommendations, or refer clients to other professionals who can assist them with plan implementation. Interviewing clients to determine their current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial objectives, risk tolerance, and other information needed to develop a suitable financial strategy.

Job Title: Financial Advisors Company: Location: South Florida, FL Description: Fast growing Debt Management Company seeking full time experienced Counselors. We will pay Salary plus commission. For details please fax or email your resume to Register to View or Register to View

Job Title: Audit/Financial Analyst - FPS Company: Fairview Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: JobTitle Audit/Financial Analyst - FPS Specialty Accounting/Finance/Treasury Location Fairview Pharmacy Services Department Accounting Hours per 2 weeks 80 Shift Day Date Posted 08/12/2010 Job Number 10-32158 Job Description: Provide financial statement analysis by pharmacy, business line and overall; Provide business support to development businesses and assist in review of business line invoices, provide overall audit and accounting associated with reconciliation, audit and on-going internal control of balance sheet accounts, selected revenue and expense accounts. Job Qualifications: Required: Business Degree in Accounting, CPA and three years progressive experience in accounting with at least one year of auditing experience. Preferred Experience: CIA, 3+ years accounting or auditing experience in a healthcare or related organization. One year management experience.

Job Title: Tax Manager-Partner Track Company: Robert Half Finance & Acct. Location: San Antonio, TX Description: Public Accounting is still a hot industry that is hiring. If you have at least 6 years of public accounting tax experience, and with solid review experience, then this might be your next career move. This firm is succession planning and offers a fantastic opportunity for a partner track if you want it. One of San Antonio's top firms welcomes some new talent to their team and to help with business development. This is truly a family oriented environment offering a nice work/life balance and a team spirited staff. Relocation assistance provided for the right candidate. *CPA required *6+ years of public accounting (Tax) *Management experience and solid review experience Robert Half Finance & Accounting pioneered specialized financial recruitment and today is the worldwide leader. We specialize in placing professionals on a full-time basis in a variety of areas, including accounting, finance, bookkeeping, payroll, credit & collections, audit and taxation. For six decades we have been matching highly skilled accounting and finance professionals with our clients' positions. Our relationship with industry-leading companies in more than 350 locations around the globe gives you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. We encourage you to work with us to find out why FORTUNE magazine ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of America's Most Admired Companies. (Source: FORTUNE, March 19, 2007). Robert Half Finance & Accounting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Senior Business Analyst (Finance Background) Company: PAREXEL International Corp. Location: Lowell, MA Description: PAREXEL International Over the past 27 years, PAREXEL has developed significant expertise to assist clients in the worldwide pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries with the development and launch of their products in order to bring safe and effective treatments to the global marketplace for the patients who need them. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, PAREXEL operates in 71 locations throughout 54 countries around the world, and has over 9,500 employees. We are a leading global bio/pharmaceutical services organization that helps clients expedite time-to-market through our development and launch services. These include a broad range of clinical development capabilities, integrated advanced technologies, regulatory affairs consulting, and commercialization services. Summary: This is a liaison between the Business Community and Technical community, in-charge of eliciting & documenting business needs. Advise the Business Management on IT opportunities. Provide direction on technology and market trends.Prepare complex business process analysis documents and strategies. Detailed Description: - Work with cross-functional teams to elicit & document accurate, comprehensive business requirements and functional specifications. - Work as a catalyst for requirements communication/exchange in complex, distributed and/or regulated agile environments - Work cross-functional issues with other management leaders demonstrating negotiation and resource management skills. - Document results of process & data analysis in a comprehensive yet clear and concise manner. - Develop new workflows or modify existing workflows to meet business requirements. - Deliver Best Value services for the benefit of our clients, employees, and investors through the application of computer and communications technologies along with innovations in information management, data collections and analysis, and integrated global processes. - Interface with PAREXEL business units to determine business system needs and requirements. - Research/advise Business Management on information technology opportunities. - Work with project managers to define project tasks, timelines, risks & their mitigations - Assist the application support group & development teams as needed to troubleshoot problems - Investigate, evaluate, develop and design systems for projects covering business area or functions, in order to improve information handling and reporting - Employ business, technical and managerial solutions in streamlining and consolidating global support teams, such that communication among teams is optimized and duplication of tasks is minimized. - Employ continuous process improvement methodologies to minimize and eliminate waste. - Lead cross-functional and cross-departmental meetings to ensure service delivery targets and operational requirements are met and new requirements are being identified ahead of schedule (resource forecasts, new systems requirements, new service processes). Education - Bachelor's degree or equivelant work experience - 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or its equivalent in the business function Preferred Skills - Experience in international environments - Flexibility of assignments (HR, Finance, Clinical) - Experience dealing with Agile & SCRUM methodologies preferred - Willingnes to get in on the ground floor of many initiatives - Experience with Oracle Financials / Procurement (R12) - Experience with Business Process Management Methodologies such as: Pega Systems is a plus - Experience with Project Management System: PlanView is a plus - Experience with Business Objects, Hyperion is a plus - SQL skills are a plus - Project Management experience is a plus RESPOND HERE! Respond immediately by accessing the following dedicated online response form which will allow you to cut and paste your resume. This form will go directly and immediately to the hiring authority for this position. Access the online response form at: http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/resp/rf?jobid=2479007&boardid=749 Send this job to a friend View all "PAREXEL" jobs

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst Company: Kforce Professional Staffing, Inc. Location: Brisbane, CA Description: A Senior Financial Analyst is needed for a growing company, which has a start-up like environment. This company is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst who will support the organization with a focus on customer service, returns and goodwill adjustments. Main responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting and conducting analyses in support of the business; identifying opportunities and risk; driving business results; and working with cross functional groups to quantify and monitor impact of business decisions across operating lines. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Budgeting and/or Planning Forecasting and Reporting Analysis The individual will be expected to utilize their financial background to provide financial advice to their respective business partners. As a result, candidates should possess the interpersonal skills necessary to function effectively as an ambassador and service provider while maintaining fiduciary responsibilities. Hot Buttons: Hyperion Essbase experience strongly preferred SAP is a plus, but not required. Advanced Excel is required Strong FP/A background is required; supply chain is a huge plus Contact Details Name: Kforce Professional Staffing, Inc.