This document contains summaries of several job openings:
1) An oilfield services company is seeking a FP&A Director with strategic focus and experience in financial planning, modeling, and reporting to a CFO.
2) A large chemical company seeks a Corporate Accounting Manager with accounting research and process improvement skills.
3) An energy company needs a Finance Manager experienced in project finance, structured finance, and energy projects.
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CA, MBA Finance with 15+ years of experience in Finance and Accounts, hands on experience in Budgeting, Forecasting and Project costing, working knowledge in SAP, ERP and Various accounting packages, able to manage independently.
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The Houston accounting and finance job market continues to pickup steam, along with oil and gas prices. Area companies are hiring and many of these positions are newly created openings! Please feel free to pass this list along to anyone who would be interested and/or qualified in the March 2011 Job List
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1. Weekly Job
September 29,2012
Laura Lee, MS
Senior Partner- Houston
Main: 713.864.5588 ext 226
Direct: 713.470.5726
2. Weekly Job
September 29,2012
Our client a $700 million dollar private equity owned petrochemical manufacturer located Baton Rouge, LA.,
is seeking a CFO. The CFO must have BS; MBA; CPA; 15+years experience in Accounting and Finance
experience must include: 7 + years preparing financial statements, 5+ heavy cost accounting experience in
either a Petrochemical or chemical processing environment; 3+ years working within SAP environment; 5+
participating in external audits; Hands on experience at a $500 million or better company; strong working
knowledge of US GAPP and IAS standards; negotiation, interpersonal, organizational and customer-
orientation skills and experience with financial modeling (DCF/IRR) of acquisitions, major expansions or
major projects. While the company is open to relo candidates, first preference is candidates from Baton
Rouge and the surrounding area. Pay is up to $220 plus bonus and benefits.
Our client an Oilfield Service leader is seeking a FP & A DIRECTOR. The FP & A Director will have
progressive experience in finance with an emphasis on financial planning, modeling, and have a strong
strategic focus. This role reports to the CFO of the Americas and supports the EVP of Commodities. To be
successful the FP & A Director must have a degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA and/or CPA; knowledge
of a large ERP system; In-depth knowledge of GAAP and IFRS; 10-15 years of experience in accounting in the
following areas: financial analysis, financial controls, and financial modeling with Excel; PeopleSoft and
experience in a service related industry. Pays up to $160k plus 20% target bonus and great benefits.
Large chemical company is seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager. The Corporate Accounting
Manager will be a team player, possess political skill, and have a knack for accounting research. The
candidate will also be analytical and strategic in implementing process improvements. To be successful a
degree in Accounting; CPA and/or advanced degree; 7-10 years of relevant accounting and audit experience;
5+ years of audit experience in a "Big 4" or other public accounting firm; GAAP and IFRS technical
accounting knowledge and ability to work overtime during peak times throughout the year. Pay up to
$158k plus bonus and great benefits
3. Weekly Job
September 29,2012
› Our client an Oilfield Service leader is seeking a Manager of Internal Controls and Processes to support
our Industrial client’s goal of substantial growth. Conduct ongoing testing of internal controls and ensure
compliance with the organization’s standards and all applicable regulations. Bachelor's degree in Accounting
or Finance; Fluency in Spanish and English; Able and willing to travel 40-50% (domestic and international –
Western Hemisphere); 5+ years of experience in audit or SOX implementation; CPA a plus; Strong technical
skill in FASB, US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX; Experience with a major ERP; Preferred education and experience -
Big 4 accounting firm; MBA and Six Sigma Lean certification a plus. Pay up to $125k plus 10-20% bonus.
› Our North Houston client with professionals working 20 plus countries is seeking a Sales & Use Tax
Manager. The Sales & Use Tax Manager will Manage, mentor, and develop approximately 4 accounting staff;
Review information to prepare for state and local tax including FAS 5 requirements, audits, reconciliations,
and potential tax consequences to support this firm's goal of substantial growth. The Sales & Use Tax Manager
will have a degree in Accounting, CPA and/or CMI; 10+ years of experience with multi-state sales and use tax
compliance, audit, and FAS 5; ability to work overtime during peak times of the year; Microsoft Office software
and accounting and tax software such as Oracle; experience with Vertex software a plus! Pay up to $120k
+10% target bonus and great benefits
› Our client an Energy company is seeking a Finance Manager with project finance and/or
structured finance experience for energy projects. The Finance Manager must have a degree in Finance,
Economics and MBA a plus; 4 plus years in either investment banking or power/energy within corporate
finance; project financing or debt modeling; construction finance, power purchase agreements, and merchant
and contracted power plants, tax equity partnerships and execution of third-party project financings and
manages all relationships with third-party lenders and equity investors. Pay is up to $110k plus 20% bonus,
great benefits. A generous relocation package is available for the right candidate.
4. Weekly Job
September 29,2012
› Large chemical company is seeking a Senior Accountant for External Reporting . The Senior
Accountant will be responsible for assisting with preparing the company’s internal and external financial
statements, identify process improvements for financial reporting and lead initiatives to implement
changes. To be successful the Senior Accountant must have a degree in Accounting or Finance and/or
advanced degree, CPA, 6+ years of experience in financial accounting in Big 4 and related industry, ability
to work overtime during peak times of the year, knowledge of US GAAP, and SAP or other major ERP
system. Pays up to $100k plus 10% bonus and great benefits
› Our client a top Oil & Gas Service companies on a search for a Senior Accountant. The ideal
candidate will posses advanced Excel skills along with SAP, Hyperion Essbase or SQL, having used those
tools to create change and develop process improvements. 5+ years of experience in Oil & Gas in a data
analysis or financial reporting and analysis position; Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or
MBA; Hyperion Essbase or report writing tool; Microsoft Excel (models, macros, etc.); SAP experience and
related financial reporting / analysis experience. Pay up to $85k (No Bonus).
› Our client a Retail company is seeking a Corporate Senior Financial Analyst. The Senior Financial
Analyst will have a degree in Accounting, Finance, or business, CPA/MBA a strong plus, 5 - 7 years of
experience in financial analysis and planning in either a multi-unit retail or restaurant/hospitality ,
budgeting and forecasting, advanced excel modeling ability and experience in a marketing finance role a
strong plus. Pay up to $85k, no bonus
5. Weekly Job
September 29,2012
› International Energy Services Company is seeking a Financial Analyst for the Group Accounting
Department. The Financial Analyst will work with managers and controllers from multiple locations to
compile financial information and assist with consolidations of financial and operational results. The
Financial Analyst will have a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business; 4+ years of heavy experience with
consolidations and financial statements; excel (including macros and formulas); consolidations, FX,
budgeting and forecasting; CPA, IFRS and COGNOS a plus. Pays up to $ 70k + bonus
› Our client a leading offshore contractor is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the international
group. The Staff Accountant duties include but are not limited to invoice review, project accounting for
expense and capital AFEs and entry, preparation and maintenance of AR aging, collections. The Staff
Accountant will have a degree in Accounting, 2+ years of experience in accounting including: supporting
month-end close, reconciliations, A/P, A/R, and payroll and SOX. Pay up to $68k plus 5-10% bonus
› Our client a large E & P company is seeking a Revenue Supervisor. The ideal candidate will be a
demonstrated leader with the desire to grow and develop a revenue accounting team, have at least 8 solid
years of experience in revenue accounting, and can maintain professional working relationships across
departments. The candidate will have previous success under pressure and completes tasks with little
supervision. The successful candidate must a degree in Accounting (preferred) or related field, 8+ years of
experience in oil & gas revenue accounting, supervisory experience with demonstrated team development
and growth, Proficient in Microsoft Office, CPA, CMA, MBA and Excalibur a plus. Pays $100’s plus bonus
(20% target) + equity + huge match $ for $ on 401k + inexpensive healthcare.
6. Weekly Job
September 29,2012
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