Finance Controller Jobs

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: 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 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: Finance Manager Company: MRINetwork Location: Sacramento, CA Description: Looking for a rewarding career with a growing company who values a team environment? ConnectPoint Search Group is currently looking for a strong Finance Manager for a direct hire opportunity in the Sacramento Area. This is an excellent career opportunity to work with a growing and established industry leader. Do you want an organization you can fulfill all your professional goals? If so, then this is the position for you. Apply right away to be considered for this exciting career opportunity! The Financial Manager will have the following Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field; and MBA is highly desirable Healthcare experience required 5+ years of experience Manager and Mentor Analysts Performing and overseeing productivity reporting and analysis Overseeing and working with leadership to develop complex plans as well as forecasting. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel and Access Strong analytical and problem solving skills Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment necessary Excellent verbal and written communication skills "Confidential Candidates" highly desired Compensation: Salary range is DOE, and an excellent benefits package is included with hire package (including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Profit Sharing and a 401k Plan) as well as the potential for Relocation Assistance. To learn more about this great opportunity, apply online or send your resume to Craig Glick at Register to View x 116 or at Register to View . Contact us right away for consideration. All replies are held in the strictest of confidence. About ConnectPoint Search Group: ConnectPoint Search Group is part of the MRINetwork , a leader in the recruiting and staffing industry. We specialize in helping our clients locate impact players in accounting/finance, banking, information technology, sales/marketing and related back office functions and have a 12 year successful track record of doing so. We are highly networked in the Sacramento and Central Valley regions of California. Please visit our website for more information and a list of other positions that may interest you or someone you know. www.ConnectPointSG.com

Job Title: Student Finance Planner Company: Corinthian Colleges, Inc. Location: Dallas, TX Description: Everest College - Dallas, TX Campus Req #: 10-1940 General Duties: Under general supervision, this position is responsible for student financial interviews, financial options counseling, intake processing, and customer service to ensure complete and accurate financing of student educational expenses. Perform needs analysis, provide financing documents, and generate tentative award letter for all new students enrolling into the institution's program. Process all forms in accordance with State/Federal regulations and Company policies and procedures. This position serves as a liaison between Admissions and Student Finance. Conduct preliminary financing interview with new students. Provide new students with accurate information regarding application process, loan counseling and their eligibility for State/Federal financial assistance, alternative financing, contracts and/or institutional payment plans. Inform students of their financial obligation, the institution's financial options, and financial policies and procedures as related to their educational expenses. Determine Title IV eligibility through an approved needs analysis Financial Aid software system for students requesting Financial Aid. Advise students of their obligation to provide accurate information and any consequences related to their application and funding process. Review financial applications and disclosure statements for completeness and accuracy. Update appropriate tracking systems for timely processing, funding, billing and collections. Maintain approved tracking system for new applications and missing documents for timely follow up and completion in accordance with Company policies and procedures. Track and maintain file intake completion throughout the enrollment process. Provide customer service and answer student inquiries regarding financial status. Participate in all new student orientations. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Title: Finance Manager - Brand and Systems Analysis Company: Hasbro: Corporate Location: Pawtucket, RI Description: Finance Manager, Brand and Systems Analysis Hasbro, Inc. is a worldwide leader in children's and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brands names as TRANSFORMERS, PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, TIGER, CRANIUM and WIZARDS OF THE COAST. Come see how we inspire play through our brands at www.hasbro.com Function/Purpose: Hasbro's Corporate Business and Brand Analysis group seeks a finance professional with experience in global brand metrics, analytics and reporting to join our RI based team.In this role you will work closely with Hasbro's global financial management team, brand managers , the Corporate Controller's office and senior management to provide high quality financial input, analysis, and recommendations, particularly for brand profitability.You will support forecasting, budgeting, actual and strategic planning reporting cycles and coordinate relevant financial information in support of other strategic initiatives. You will be part of the team committed to the company's SAP upgrade and globalization of processes and therefore a key contributor in enhancing, developing and maintaining global brand analytics and reports provided to management on a worldwide basis.This is a highly visible individual contributor position, positioned for career progression as we implement systems to support Hasbro's megabrands around the globe. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 1. Develop global brand metrics, analytics and reporting; identify trends that potentially impact the business and provide analytical results/financial recommendations to key business partners: Prepare and analyze impact on the business of changes in price, volume, sales product mix and currency exchanges Prepare periodic variance reports and rolling forecasts for management review Create and maintain actual vs. target variance analyses for various financial metrics Develop, maintain and enable appropriate communication plans across various business segments Develop and implement improved global profitability and investment analysis Develop enhanced use of existing systems to achieve consistent reporting and improved efficiencies 2. Assist in the implementation Hasbro's SAP (Way to Work) upgrade/implementation project: Support various structures and elements within Way to Work in particular:Enterprise Structures, Corporate and Statutory Reporting, and Business Information Reporting.Key participant in development of Brand Profit and Losses. Identify relevant Business requirements to ensure management needs are incorporated 3. Assist in the design and implementation of Hasbro's Global Brand Planning System Identifyrelevant Business requirements to ensureManagement needs are incorporated in the design Assist in providing direction to Business Units to ensure worldwide data consistency Identify opportunities for process improvement; design and implement plans for achieving these advances. 4. Partner with the Global Brand Analysis team to satisfy quarterly and annual reporting requirements, operating within the corporate control framework 5.Be a key team contributor in providing ad-hoc analysis and models as required Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or Statistics MBA strongly preferred Minimum 7 years progressive financial experience; preferably in global consumer products industry Experience and/or knowledge will include: Financial analysis,modeling and reporting Accounting exposure Execution of analytical projects, including validating analysis methods and results Data structures, statistical concepts Critical Skills: Ability to synthesize complex global financial information to produce meaningful summaries and presentations, while ensuring close attention to detail. Intermediate to advanced proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Crystal, SAP/ SEM, OLAP tools or other Enterprise System experience Excellent planning, prioritization, problem solving and organizational skills. Proven ability to lead and complete multiple data and analysis projects with global reach simultaneously Well developed verbal and written communication skills Independent, self-starter who can interact and influence at all levels of the organizations and within various functions Dynamic "can do" attitude with a strong desire to influence change and make things happen

Job Title: Manager Finance Company: FedEx Services Location: Memphis, TN Description: When you absolutely, positively have to have a great career.....apply today! You will be a part of... An organization that recognizes and rewards the contributions of its employees. Dynamic work environments, a wide range of career options, career advancement opportunities and competitive salary and bonus opportunities. As a global enterprise, all FedEx companies embrace and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our culture fosters an environment where a person's performance is what counts. FedEx has a reputation as being one of the Best Places to Work around the World: FORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work for in America" FedEx has been honored as one of the Best Companies to Work For in 11 of the past 12 years and was named to the Best Companies to Work For Hall of Fame in 2005. FedEx also has been consistently ranked in FORTUNE's Global Most Admired Companies and America's Most Admired Companies lists since 2002 and 2001, respectively Position Information : This is a Manager Finance posting for the Marketing, Sales, Solutions and Communications Finance Team. The Manager Finance will lead a team of financial analysts in support of the Corporate Marketing group with a heavy emphasis on forecasting, analysis and control of Advertising and Promotions, with heavy interaction with the Corporate Marketing teams. This group also performs business case analysis for Corporate Marketing-led or GPAT projects, with emphasis on costing, profitability and decision alternatives. Provides Matrix support and ongoing process improvement for Corporate Marketing. The Manager Finance will plan, organize, direct and control the financial management of divisional assets and operations; ensure financial integrity with regard to manpower usage and cost, asset management and program controls. Provides financial support for the expansion of the division and related programs. Preferred Skills: Experience with costing systems and GPAT projects is preferred Exposure to Marketing concepts or experience with Marketing a plus Strong planning and project management skills Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ability to develop and motivate people Leadership and influencing ability, including with cross-functional partners Broad-based business perspective Continuous improvement focus Knowledge of FedEx Costing and Profitability Qualifications : Bachelor's degree/equivalent, preferably in business, finance or related discipline. MBA preferred. Typically five (5) years directly related experience in financial analysis, financial planning, business consulting, project management, accounting audit or operational analysis. Knowledge of advanced spreadsheet applications and computer modeling. Knowledge of large service or business operations preferred. Strong basic management, human relations and communication skills.

Job Title: Financial Management Analyst Company: Booz Allen Hamilton Location: Troy, MI Description: Key Role:Develop and manage financial data to control budget funds allocation between programs, track all changes and adjustments, and prepare, review, and report final controls. Assist with drafting budget requirement justification and defense. Develop briefings, impact statements, and other documentation. Coordinate the development, review, and final execution of all spend plans to ensure that all tasks are accomplished within controls and that appropriations are properly aligned with work efforts and work breakdown structures (WBS). Facilitate relationships between program managers and financial managers in all matters relating to budget development and funds execution. Identify when funds near expiration and initiate action to pull back funding that has not been obligated or expended. This position is located in Troy, Michigan.

Job Title: Associate, Federal Financial Management Company: KPMG Location: McLean, VA Description: KPMG's Advisory Services Practice is a recognized leader in providing services crucial to the federal government's continuous and secure operations. Our professionals assist agencies in managing financial, informational, and operational risks, as well as providing performance improvement recommendations to improve agencies' efficiency. We are currently seeking Federal Financial Management Associates to join us in our Tysons Corner, VA office.Financial Management (FM) professionals help clients align their finance organization with the strategies and needs of their businesses. They help clients improve financial and accounting processes, analysis, operations, controls and performance, budgeting and forecasting, financial closing, financial and management reporting and shared services. Our professionals bring leading practices and recommendations to clients to help streamline and create more efficient financial management processes.Responsibilities: Review and evaluate federal financial statements and transaction flow, financial risk, financial reporting, and accounting transactions processes, including internal controls for clients within the Intelligence Community Prepare financial statements and research accounting and auditing topics Perform or review account analysis and troubleshooting accounting balance, transaction, or process issues Develop briefing papers based on the results of review containing recommendations for improvement Apply audit tests to samples of transactions or processes to evaluate internal control environmentsQualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline from an accredited college/university One or more years of experience working with federal financial statement auditing, internal controls compliance, and/or federal financial statement preparation and analysis Substantive experience with GAO, DoD/IG, PCAOB and Yellow Book standards CPA and/or CGFM designation preferred Active TS/SCI clearance with a CI or FS polygraph required to startKPMG offers and supports flexible work arrangements as well as part-time schedules. We also offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested? We strongly encourage you to apply online at www.kpmgcareers.com and search for requisition 22960.Follow us on Twitter:http://twitter.com/KPMGUSCareershttp://twitter.com/KPMGAdvisoryKPMG. A great place to build your career.No phone calls or agencies please. KPMG Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. KPMG maintains a drug-free workplace. 2010 KPMG LLP, a U.S. limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative

Job Title: Financial Project Manager Company: Spectrum Staffing Services Location: East Hanover, NJ Description: We are searching for a highly qualified Project Manager with experience working in a financial department for a growing and internationally renowned pharmaceutical company. We have a 12 year history with our client and are one of a two preferred vendors for this contract position. Supporting: Financial Investments dept and financial projects Reporting to: Director, Financial Investments Responsibilities: - Lead the planning and implementation of project - Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables - Define project tasks and resource requirements - Assist development of full scale project plans - Assemble and coordinate project staff - Plan and schedule project timelines - Track project deliverables using appropriate tools - Constantly monitor and report on progress of all projects to all stakeholders and upper management - Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs project evaluations and assessment of results - Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. - Interface with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis. - Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders. - Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. - Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. - Develop and deliver progress reports, requirements documentation, and presentations. - Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas. - Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans. - Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle. - Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work. - Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project. - Conduct project post mortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. - Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management. - Hold training seminars on Project Management Requirements - University degree or college diploma, MBA preferred - 3+ years direct work experience in a financial project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution. - Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management - Knowledge of project management techniques and tools - Direct work experience in project management capacity - Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential. - Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities. - Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently. - Flexible during times of change. - Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments. - Ability to defuse tension among project team, should it arise. - Strong written and oral communication skills. - Strong interpersonal skills. - Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products. - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. - Ability to exercise considerable individual judgment and initiative. - Ability to prepare and conduct effective presentations. - Ability to coordinate project activities with diverse groups and individuals. - Ensure adherence to project deadlines.